Incident Overview
An attempted carjacking led to a shooting outside the Washington, D.C. home of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. The incident occurred in the early hours of last Friday around 1:15 a.m.
Details of the Incident
In the early hours last Friday, two Deputy U.S. Marshals were on guard duty, sitting in their SUVs near Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s residence in Washington, D.C. At approximately 1:15 a.m., an 18-year-old suspect named Canell Flowers approached one of the vehicles. Emerging from a silver minivan, Flowers tapped his gun on the window of one of the deputies’ vehicles. Reacting swiftly, the deputy inside the vehicle opened fire, striking Flowers in the jaw.
Aftermath
Flowers was promptly taken to the hospital, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Subsequently, he was charged with armed carjacking and two firearm offenses. The U.S. Marshals involved were part of a unit specifically assigned to the residences of Supreme Court Justices, ensuring their security.
Investigation and Findings
The D.C. Metropolitan Police are still investigating the incident. So far, there is no indication that the suspect specifically targeted Justice Sotomayor or was aware of whom he was attempting to carjack. Authorities mentioned that the deputies were driving Dodge Durangos, which are popular targets for car thieves.
Conclusion
The quick response by the Deputy U.S. Marshals averted a potentially dangerous situation. The investigation continues to ensure the safety and security of Supreme Court Justices and their residences.
