Dead Man Found in Logan Circle Apartment After Midnight Fire

A quiet night at Logan Circle turned into a scene of horror when emergency crews responded to a fire at 106 Rhode Island Avenue Northwest around 3:30 a.m. The blaze led to the discovery of a burned body in the apartment, sparking immediate police involvement.

• Victim: 40‑year‑old Syed Hammad Hussain
• Cause of death: Blunt‑force trauma; evidence that the victim was bound or taped
• Surveillance: Building’s security cameras captured activity near the entrance, offering hope of identifying the perpetrator

Despite the footage, no arrests have been made and the case remains unsolved.

Residents are uneasy. One neighbor described the incident as “bizarre” and “definitely a homicide,” noting that the neighborhood’s usual calm was shattered.

The police department has offered up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with details is encouraged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department by phone or text.

The investigation continues as authorities sift through evidence and interview witnesses. The community remains on edge, hoping that justice will soon be served for the tragic loss of a fellow resident.