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Afghan National Pleads Not Guilty in D.C. Shooting

12/3/2025

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  • Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and related charges in the November 26, 2025 shooting in Washington, D.C.
  • The attack killed Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and left Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24, critically injured.
  • Lakanwal allegedly traveled from Bellingham, Washington, shouting 'Allahu Akbar' during the incident.
  • He remains in custody without bond, with a January 14, 2026 preliminary hearing.