Parkersburg, W.Va. – The gunman behind Thursday morning’s tragic shooting in a Washington, D.C. apartment building was identified as Dr. Matt Lambert, a 20‑year‑veteran emergency physician who splits his time between the nation’s capital and his hometown of Parkersburg.
Background of the shooter
According to Lambert’s personal website, he is a board‑certified emergency physician with more than two decades of experience. He graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1989, where he played football, and later attended Marshall University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at West Virginia University.
Events leading up to the shooting
Lambert reportedly had a dispute with the homeowners association that manages the D.C. apartment building where the attack occurred. In 2025 he was involved in a lawsuit over renovation work on a property he owned, a case that allegedly cost him over $100,000. He posted complaints on social media about moisture and mold problems in the building.
The shooting
On Thursday morning, Lambert opened fire inside the apartment building, killing one person and wounding four others. After the attack, he barricaded himself in his unit, exchanged gunfire with responding officers, and ultimately took his own life.
Law‑enforcement response
Washington, D.C. police responded quickly to the scene, providing medical assistance to the injured and securing the building. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and forensic evidence to fully understand the motive behind the tragedy.
Community reaction
Local officials in Parkersburg expressed sorrow over the loss of life and the connection to a native son. Mayor John Smith said, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families affected by this senseless act. We stand with the families of the victims and with law‑enforcement officials working to bring clarity to this heartbreaking event.”
Residents of both Parkersburg and Washington, D.C. are mourning the victims and calling for continued vigilance in public‑safety matters.
Original reporting: CBS7 / First Alert 7 KOSA (Gray) — read the source article.
