Doctor’s fight over apartment condition precedes opens fire incident in DC HOA dispute

Shooting at Logan Circle gym

Gunfire broke out around 8 a.m. Thursday at VIDA Fitness in Logan Circle, about a mile from the White House. A witness estimated roughly 50 people were inside, exercising when the shooting began.

One person was killed and four were injured, according to the report. Police have not released the victims’ names. Gym-goers fled as fire alarms sounded, seeking shelter in nearby businesses.

Suspect’s reported movements

Police said officers heard a gunshot while communicating with the individual and forced entry. They found the suspect suffering from a gunshot wound. CNN reported that he died, but police have not confirmed that report.

Dispute under investigation

Authorities were investigating a possible connection between the shooting and a dispute involving the suspect, identified as Lambert, and his building’s homeowners association. The conflict was reportedly related to the condition of his apartment.

Police spokesperson Carroll declined to discuss an apparent manifesto circulating online, citing the ongoing investigation. She called the killing senseless and said the dispute should have been resolved reasonably.

Witnesses describe panic

Gym-goer Anthony Moronez told NBC News he initially thought he had heard a ball pop or a painting fall. He then saw a man on the floor as others rushed to help.

A witness described seeing a person lying in a pool of blood, while another said people using the cardio area had to step over the body. Mayor-elect Janeese Lewis George offered condolences to the victims, their families and D.C. residents.