Congressional intern killed by gunman who opened fire in Washington DC
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A Congressional intern was killed in Washington, D.C. after being struck by bullets when gunmen opened fire on a group of people.

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a 21-year-old intern serving under Representative Ron Estes, was tragically shot and killed on Monday night in a suspected targeted attack near the U.S. Capitol.

Tarpinian-Jachym was not the intended target but an innocent bystander in the tragic shooting.

At approximately 10:30 p.m., officers from the Metropolitan Police Department received calls about gunshots in the vicinity of 1200 7th Street. When they arrived at the scene, they discovered Tarpinian-Jachym unresponsive and two other victims who were still conscious.

According to the department, multiple suspects exited a vehicle and opened fire on a group of people, striking three individuals.

All three victims – Tarpinian-Jachym, a woman, and a 16-year-old male – suffered gunshot wounds and were transported to a nearby hospital.

Tarpinian-Jachym succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on Tuesday, ABC News reported.

According to a LinkedIn profile that appears to be his, Tarpinian-Jachym had been interning with Representative Estes for roughly two months. Prior to this, he worked for a Washington, D.C.-based government relations firm.

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym (pictured), 21, an intern for Representative Ron Estes, was fatally shot late Monday night in what authorities believe was a targeted attack near the U.S. Capitol

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym (pictured), 21, an intern for Representative Ron Estes, was fatally shot late Monday night in what authorities believe was a targeted attack near the U.S. Capitol 

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department responded to reports of gunfire around 10:30 p.m. near 1200 7th Street. Pictured: Police cordon off the area near the shooting

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department responded to reports of gunfire around 10:30 p.m. near 1200 7th Street. Pictured: Police cordon off the area near the shooting

A rising senior at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Tarpinian-Jachym was majoring in finance with a minor in political science.

Representative Ron Estes and his wife, Susan, released a statement offering their condolences to the Tarpinian-Jachym family.

‘I will remember his kind heart and how he always greeted anyone who entered our office with a cheerful smile,’ Estes said in a press release. ‘We are grateful to Eric for his service to Kansas’ 4th District and the country.’

Estes has represented Kansas’ 4th Congressional District since 2017. He currently serves on the House Committee on Ways and Means, the Budget Committee, the Joint Economic Committee, and chairs the Social Security Subcommittee.

Representative Richard E. Neal of Massachusetts also acknowledged Tarpinian-Jachym’s death in a statement Wednesday, noting that he was a Springfield native and alumnus of Pope Francis Preparatory School.

‘A rising senior at UMass Amherst, Eric was in D.C. interning on Capitol Hill, pursuing his passion for public service,’ Neal said. 

Upon arrival, officers found Tarpinian-Jachym unconscious, along with two other victims who were conscious. Pictured: Police cordon off the area near the shooting

Upon arrival, officers found Tarpinian-Jachym unconscious, along with two other victims who were conscious. Pictured: Police cordon off the area near the shooting

According to the department, multiple suspects exited a vehicle and opened fire on a group of people, striking three individuals. Pictured: Yellow police tape blocks off the area around the shooting

According to the department, multiple suspects exited a vehicle and opened fire on a group of people, striking three individuals. Pictured: Yellow police tape blocks off the area around the shooting

According to a LinkedIn profile believed to belong to him, Tarpinian-Jachym had been interning for Representative Ron Estes (pictured) for about two months

According to a LinkedIn profile believed to belong to him, Tarpinian-Jachym had been interning for Representative Ron Estes (pictured) for about two months

‘Eric embodied what it means to be part of a community committed to learning, growth, and civic engagement.’

Neal also expressed sympathy for Tarpinian-Jachym’s family, stating, ‘Any parent will tell you there is no greater pain than the pain of losing a child.’

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. Anyone with information is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411.

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