November 13, 2026 | Mark Luis Foster
A terrible story out of DC. From Realtor.com
Washington, DC, doctor who had been locked in a legal battle with his homeowners association over mold problems fatally shot the manager of his condominium during a shooting spree on Thursday, police said. The fatal shooting incident was reported around 8 a.m. in the Logan Circle neighborhood in Northwest DC, about a mile from the White House, drawing dozens of heavily armed police officers to the area.
This particularly affected our friends at Community Association Institute (CAI), where this story hit close to home. They sent this out to members today:
Dear CAI Members,
We are heartbroken by yesterday’s shooting in Washington, D.C. One of our own community managers, James “Jimmy” Stuart, was murdered, and five other victims were shot. An entire building was evacuated, and the broader Logan Circle community sheltered in fear and shock as something unspeakable happened right outside their doors.
Our places of work are somewhere everyone should feel safe. A home is somewhere to feel safe. A tragedy like this should never happen. Never.
Our hearts go out to Jimmy, his family, friends, and colleagues. We are also thinking of all the victims, their families, the residents of the Metropole condominium, and the greater Washington, D.C. community affected by this devastating event.
This tragedy has shaken the community association management industry to its core. Community managers are trained professionals who provide management expertise, operational leadership, and guidance to the volunteer boards of directors governing condominium associations. The community manager has responsibilities for financial management, implementing policies, facilitating compliance, coordinating maintenance, capital improvements and managing contractors, supporting insurance and regulatory compliance, and communicating with residents and building community within the greater community. Simply put, community managers are indispensable to the community itself.
Over the last 24 hours, the word “community” has come to life within ours. Our worldwide community activated: thousands of community association professionals, companies, and individuals demonstrated support for Jimmy and his family, for the other victims of the day’s violence, for the Metropole condominium community, and for the greater Washington, D.C. community. Watching thousands of people from all over the globe come together has been powerful and inspiring.
CAI vehemently condemns the violence we witnessed yesterday. Threats and intimidation have no place in our communities. Hate has no place in our communities. Violence has no place in our communities.
We’re asking every resident, board member, and community manager to stand with one another and put that commitment into practice. Listen when you disagree. Look for common ground. Give each other grace. Speak up when someone is being threatened, and take every threat seriously. Join thousands of other members who are committed to leading thoughtfully through conflict and take the CAI Civility Pledge.
CAI is working closely with our Washington Metropolitan Chapter and local community association professionals to offer support as the community navigates the days ahead.
Community Safety Resources
For members who may be reviewing their own community’s safety and emergency preparedness procedures, CAI offers the following resources:
- Community Association Safety Guide: Practical guidance on managing conflict, recognizing safety concerns, and preparing for emergencies.
- Preventing Violence: Steps to Recognize Threats and Protect Your Community:Guidance on recognizing concerning behavior, de-escalating conflicts, and preparing for emergencies.
- Safety and Security: Preparing Your Community for Hostile Behavior: Practical considerations for evaluating security needs and strengthening community preparedness.
The people who serve, lead, and manage our communities deserve to do their work without fear, and we are thinking of the community association professionals, staff, and volunteer leaders who are supporting residents during an incredibly difficult time. CAI supports anti-harassment legislation and will continue to advocate in statehouses around the country for workforce safety and protections for boards and managers. We will work with our chapters, members, and public safety partners to help communities respond to threats earlier and strengthen protections for the people who serve them. And we will continue to be the steadfast voice for community associations in every way we can. We stand with the Logan Circle neighborhood and everyone impacted by this tragedy.
