At least three people were shot, two fatally, outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC, Wednesday night — with at least two victims tied to the Israeli embassy, according to law enforcement sources and a report.
Danny Danon, Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, called the incident a “fatal shooting” in which embassy employees were also injured.
“Harming diplomats and the Jewish community is crossing a red line,” he tweeted.
“We are confident that the US authorities will take strong action against those responsible for this criminal act. Israel will continue to act resolutely to protect its citizens and representatives — everywhere in the world.”
The gunfire erupted in front of the museum at 575 3rd St NW, near the FBI field office and the US attorney’s office, NBC 4 reported, adding that the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating.
At least one of the gunshot victims is believed to be a member of the Israeli Embassy staff, sources told ABC News.
Cops are on the hunt for a man with a goatee wearing a blue jacket and jeans who was last seen on F Street in the Northwest area of the city.
Ted Deutch, the CEO of the American Jewish Committee, told the outlet that his organization hosted an event at the museum.
“We are devastated that an unspeakable act of violence took place outside the venue,” he said.
“At this moment, as we await more information from the police about exactly what transpired, our attention and our hearts are solely with those who were harmed and their families.”
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.