A 26 year old was the last surviving member of his family. He was found shot to death in his apt last fall. 9 months later, the DC Medical Examiner still lists manner of death ‘undetermined’. His family believes Zack Freeling was murdered. Story here: fox5dc.com/news/nobody-be…
Medical Examimer’s office declined to elaborate on why Freeling’s death was still deemed ‘undetermined’ suggesting I reach out to MPD, who told me they’re still investigating and urged me to reach out to ME. It’s a back and forth Freeling’s family has been stuck in. #Fox5DC
Freeling’s family has been happy with MPDs handling of this investigation but is frustrated that it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. They’ve started a GoFundMe, Justice for Zack Freeling, to pay for private investigators & a reward, hoping someone with more info comes forward.
Freeling was discovered by his roommate who called 911. Gunshot wound to his left shoulder, the PI told me, adding that’s an unusual place for someone to try and commit suicide, especially if they’re left handed, which Freeling was. Freeling also didn’t own or like guns. #Fox5DC
Family also says they had discussions with Zack about suicide and he was adamant he wouldn’t do it after losing his father and brother. Said he was going to help people, was planning to start a food truck, making plans with friends. Wasn’t a man in crisis. #Fox5DC
Long and short, the family is hoping to share Freeling’s story to get more answers about what happened to him. We’ll follow up with any developments. #Fox5DC fox5dc.com/news/nobody-be…

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Here’s a video and chopper flying over the scene. A handful of unmarked officers here as well. #Fox5DC
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Imagine having a bar across the street from Nats Park, gearing up for Opening Day, then being told you have to shut down 20% of your business with 24 hours notice. A reality for @waltersbardc when @DDOTDC told him to take this down during games. We’re live at 10+11 on #Fox5DC
*48 hours notice!! Sorry!!
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DELTA VARIANT THREAD:

If you're like me, you've seen many seemingly contradictory reports about the Delta variant.

We took our questions to Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease doctor.

Number 1 question we got: Are the vaccines effective?

Short answer: So far, yes.

#WTAE
Dr. Adalja says the Pfizer & Moderna vaccines are showing to be highly effective.

Preliminarily, he says J&J is also showing that it's effective at preventing the Delta variant.

"The vaccines, if you’re fully vaccinated, I think you’re fine from the Delta Variant perspective."
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