The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia announced on Mar. 10 that there is not enough evidence to bring federal criminal civil rights or District of Columbia charges against two Metropolitan Police Department officers involved in a fatal shooting on Nov. 14, 2025. The incident resulted in the death of a 41-year-old resident inside a home in the 4400 block of Reservoir Road, NW.
The announcement follows a comprehensive review conducted by both the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Metropolitan Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division. The review included law enforcement and civilian accounts, security camera footage, body worn camera footage, physical evidence, radio communications, forensic reports, and police reports.
According to the findings, officers responded to an internal alarm at the residence after being notified by the homeowner who was not present at the time. Upon arrival, officers saw lights on inside and observed someone in the basement. After identifying themselves and requesting entry without response from Kevin Booker—the man later identified as being inside—officers entered through an unlocked door.
While searching for Booker, officers continued to announce their presence as law enforcement. As one officer reached the second floor, Booker reportedly emerged from a dark room holding a knife and screwdriver and charged at the officer. The officer then fired his service weapon at Booker while another officer used an electronic control device (Taser). Despite immediate medical efforts by police and emergency personnel, Booker died later at a hospital.
Federal prosecutors determined there was insufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that any officer willfully violated Booker’s rights during the incident.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office stated it reviews all police-involved fatalities to assess whether any violations of federal or local laws occurred. It also reaffirmed its commitment to investigating allegations of excessive force by law enforcement officers and ensuring thorough investigations into serious civil rights violations.
