Armed Man in D.C. Smoking Dispute Caught On Surveillance Camera

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Authorities are requesting help to locate a man accused of brandishing a firearm at a store employee during a confrontation. The incident occurred in the 2700 block of Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue SW on Monday at around 4:00 PM.

Following a dispute regarding the suspect smoking inside the business, he allegedly pointed a gun at the employee and then fled the scene. The altercation was recorded by surveillance equipment, capturing images of the suspect.

The police urge anyone with information to refrain from approaching the suspect and instead contact them at (202) 727-9099 or send a tip via text to 50411.