Police departments gather with DMV communities on National Night Out

WASHINGTON, DC (7News) — After a week in which eight people were killed and many more were shot, Metropolitan Police Department and other police officers participated in National Night Out events throughout D.C.

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The annual event, which aims to build relationships between police and community residents, happened Tuesday one night after six men were shot in Northeast Washington. One of the men died from his injuries.

There were National Night Out events scheduled in all seven D.C. police districts Tuesday afternoon and evening.

LIST | National Night Out events around the DMV

7News went to one in the parking lot of THEARC on Mississippi Avenue in Southeast Washington.

There were dozens of booths set up by various groups including the Mystics and Wizards, the Wards 7 & 8 Prevention Center, various police departments, and many other groups.

Some groups that came out focus on giving young people positive things to do. Among them, the mayor’s summer youth employment program – which began under Mayor Marion Barry more than 40 years ago – and The Washington Arts Rhythm and Drums Project, which seeks to help kids discover a passion for music.

Here's a look at National Night Out events throughout the DMV: