Suspect Accused of Shooting National Guard Members Now Facing First-Degree Murder Charges

Sarah Rumpf Nov 28th, 2025, 12:02 pm

Rahmanullah Lakanwal , the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C. this week, is now facing first-degree murder charges, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro announced on Friday.

Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, allegedly shot two National Guard members near the Farragut West Metro Station, killing Sarah Beckstrom , 20, and wounding Andrew Wolfe , 24, who remains hospitalized in critical condition. Lakanwal was also shot in the aftermath and transported to a local hospital.

Thursday, Pirro had announced that Lakanwal was being charged with three counts of assault with intent to kill while

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