WASHINGTON — Authorities are investigating after a shooting involving an officer in Northwest D.C. Tuesday afternoon.

Police were first called to the 5100 block of Sherier Place Northwest just before 12:30 p.m. for the report of a shooting. That's not far from Palisades Recreation Center and Playground.

Police have not offered details about what led up to the shooting. The person shot has not been identified. Their condition is not known at this time. A spokesperson for the department said no officers were injured in the shooting.

Police are asking the public to avoid the area during the shooting investigation.

The investigation remains active and ongoing. Additional details have not been made public. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call DC Police at 202-727-9099 or

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