The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has released the identity of the man who was shot and killed near Oxon Run Park in Southeast D.C., as detectives continue their search for answers and appeal to the public for help. The tragic incident has left residents shaken and concerned about the growing violence in their neighborhoods. Officials confirmed on Friday that the victim was 31-year-old Tyrone Kearney, a Southeast D.C. resident whose life ended abruptly in a place many consider a community gathering spot.
According to MPD, officers responded to reports of gunfire shortly after 5:30 p.m. on November 19. The call brought police to the 1200 block of Valley Avenue, where gunshots had been heard echoing through the area. When officers arrived, they found Kearney suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was unresponsive, and emergency crews attempted to assist him, but the injuries were too severe for him to survive.
Medical personnel pronounced Kearney dead at the scene, marking yet another heartbreaking loss for his family and the wider Southeast community. Residents say the violence in the area has been troubling, especially when it affects young men like Kearney, who friends describe as soft-spoken and deeply connected to the community. His death adds to the mounting grief felt throughout the region as families continue to grapple with ongoing gun-related tragedies.
As of Friday, no arrests have been made, and investigators say the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Detectives are working to piece together what led to the deadly encounter, including interviewing witnesses, reviewing surveillance footage, and mapping out Kearney’s final moments. Police say cooperation from the community will be crucial in solving this case, especially since details are still limited.
To encourage public assistance, MPD has announced a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and indictment. Authorities are urging anyone with knowledge of the incident—no matter how small it may seem—to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling 202-727-9099 or by sending a text message to MPD’s tip line at 50411. Officials stress that all information will be kept confidential to protect those who speak up.
The investigation continues as detectives work tirelessly to bring justice to Tyrone Kearney and his loved ones. Meanwhile, the Southeast D.C. community mourns yet another life cut short, hoping answers and accountability will soon follow.
