Police searching for suspect after 3 women shot in Southeast DC

WASHINGTON - D.C. police are investigating after three women were shot in Southeast Tuesday afternoon.

Officers were called to the scene in the 2900 block of Nelson Place, Southeast, just after 2:30 p.m. where they found the three victims. 

Police say the women are all conscious and breathing.

The suspect in the shooting has been described as a short, heavy-set Black man wearing a white t-shirt and khaki pants.

Anyone with information is asked to contact D.C. police immediately.

This is a developing story. Check back with FOX 5 for updates.