Congressional Intern Dies After DC Shooting

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a 21-year-old University of Massachusetts Amherst student and congressional intern for Rep. Ron Estes (R-Kan.), was fatally shot in Washington, D.C., after being caught in gunfire on June 30, 2025, and died from his injuries the following day. The shooting occurred near 7th and M Streets NW, where multiple suspects exited a vehicle and opened fire on a group, injuring a woman and a 16-year-old boy as well. Police have recovered the suspect vehicle but have made no arrests, offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Tarpinian-Jachym was a rising senior majoring in finance and political science. Both university officials and Rep. Estes have expressed deep condolences, remembering him for his kind heart and commitment to public service. The incident marks a tragic loss for his family, the university community, and the congressional office he served.