US Park Police officer shot in Washington, DC

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U.S. Park Police Officer Shot on Duty in Washington, D.C.

A U.S. Park Police officer was shot in Washington, D.C., while on duty, as reported by the agency.

The incident occurred at 7:30 p.m. on Monday in Southeast Washington on Queens Stroll Pl.

The injured officer has been taken to a local hospital for treatment, according to officials.

Details surrounding the shooting remain unclear at this time. A spokesperson for the Park Police informed ABC News that the officer’s injuries are non-life-threatening.

Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that she has communicated with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Metropolitan Police Chief Jeffery Carroll, receiving a briefing on the incident.

“Please keep the officer in your thoughts and prayers for a swift recovery,” urged the attorney general.

This story is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.