The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia announced that it will not pursue federal criminal civil rights or local charges against a Deputy United States Marshal involved in a fatal shooting on June 12, 2025. The incident occurred at the intersection of 7th and L Streets, NW, resulting in the death of Marco Mosley, a 42-year-old resident.
The decision follows an investigation conducted by both the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Internal Affairs Division of the Metropolitan Police Department. The review included accounts from law enforcement and civilians, footage from crime cameras and body-worn cameras, physical evidence, radio communications, forensic reports, and police documentation.
According to officials, on June 12, Marco Mosley was driving a black Tahoe when he encountered a Deputy U.S. Marshal operating a pickup truck. After pulling over and speaking briefly with the deputy, Mr. Mosley allegedly retrieved a handgun from his waist area and began to point it at the deputy. In response, the deputy drew his service weapon and fired at Mr. Mosley, striking him in the head. Despite efforts by law enforcement officers and emergency medical personnel to save him, Mr. Mosley died at the scene.
After reviewing all available evidence independently and thoroughly, federal prosecutors determined there was insufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the officer had willfully violated Mr. Mosley’s rights.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office stated: “The U.S. Attorney’s Office reviews all police-involved fatalities to determine whether sufficient evidence exists to conclude that any officers violated either federal criminal civil rights laws or District of Columbia law.”
In addition: “The U.S. Attorney’s Office remains committed to investigating allegations of excessive force by law enforcement officers and will continue to devote the resources necessary to ensure that all allegations of serious civil rights violations are investigated fully and completely.” The Metropolitan Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division investigates all police-involved fatalities in Washington D.C.
