Congressional intern killed in DC shooting

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a 21‑year‑old congressional intern for Kansas Rep. Ron Estes, was fatally shot Monday night near the Mt. Vernon Square Metro station in Washington, D.C. Police believe he was not the intended target, as multiple suspects fired at a group from a car. Tarpinian-Jachym, a University of Massachusetts Amherst student, died Tuesday despite lifesaving efforts. A woman and a 16‑year‑old boy were also injured in the shooting and hospitalized, WTOP News has reported. Rep. Estes praised the intern’s kindness and service.