Gunmen wanted after assault caught on camera in Northeast D.C.

Victim injured after gun threat escalates fight in D.C.
Gunmen wanted after assault caught on camera in Northeast D.C.

Washington, D.C.Police are searching for multiple suspects who assaulted a man with handguns during an argument in Northeast D.C., releasing surveillance footage as they seek help identifying those involved.

The incident occurred at approximately 7:18 p.m. on Friday, April 25, in the 4900 block of Central Avenue NE. According to investigators, the confrontation began as a verbal dispute before escalating when the suspects brandished firearms and physically assaulted the victim.

Gunmen wanted after assault caught on camera in Northeast D.C.

The attackers fled the scene before officers arrived. The victim was left with a non-life-threatening laceration.

Investigators have released video and images of the suspects captured by surveillance cameras in the area. The footage can be viewed at this link: https://youtu.be/F3vXI6I5xV4.

Authorities are asking anyone who recognizes the individuals in the video or has information related to the incident to come forward.

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individuals responsible.

Tipsters can call (202) 727-9099 or text 50411 to the department’s confidential TEXT TIP LINE.