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D.C. National Guard Shooting: Suspect Faces Death Penalty

11/28/2025

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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old suspect, is the shooter in the Washington, D.C., National Guard shooting after driving from Washington state.
The victims, Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and Andrew Wolfe, 24, are in critical condition.
He faces charges including assault with intent to kill.
Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed Lakanwal's connection to partner forces in Afghanistan.

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Story summary

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old suspect, is the shooter in the Washington, D.C., National Guard shooting after driving from Washington state.
The victims, Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and Andrew Wolfe, 24, are in critical condition.
He faces charges including assault with intent to kill.
Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed Lakanwal's connection to partner forces in Afghanistan.