Harry Keels Found Dead in Trash Can: Investigation Underway as Police Search for Suspect

42-year-old Harry Keels Found Dead in Trash Can: Investigation Underway

42-year-old Harry Keels, who had been missing since November 2023, was tragically discovered dead in a trash can on January 3, 2024. The police made this shocking discovery and are currently investigating the case.

The victim, Harry Keels, was allegedly shot to death, but authorities have yet to confirm the exact time of his death. The investigation is ongoing, and no arrests have been made in connection with his disappearance or suspicious death, which has been ruled a homicide.

Authorities responded to a call on January 3 at approximately 9:25 am local time. The call reported the discovery of human remains in a trash can in the 1400 block of Canal Street, Southwest. Upon arrival, the police found the remains of an adult man, later identified as Harry Keels.

The body was taken to the Chief Medical Examiner’s office, where an autopsy was conducted to determine the cause of death.

The police are currently searching for the suspected shooter and treating the case as a homicide. They are urging the public to come forward with any information regarding Harry Keels’ disappearance and murder. To incentivize information sharing, a reward of $25,000 has been announced for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect(s).

If you have any details that can assist in the investigation, you can contact the police at 202-727-9099 or send anonymous tips via text to 50411.

This year, the district has seen two reported homicides, a decrease compared to the five reported by this time last year. In 2023, a total of 274 people were killed in the district, according to the Washington Post.

The investigation into Harry Keels’ death continues as authorities work to uncover all available details about the incident. We will provide updates as the investigation progresses.

Edited by Adelle Fernandes

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