Boy, 14, charged after robbing and assaulting DC resident

Quick Arrest Made in Northwest D.C. Robbery Attempt WASHINGTON, DC - Following a Northwest robbery attempt, D.C. Metro Police Department’s Third District detectives have swiftly apprehended a suspect. The incident occurred today around 2:53 PM, in the 1200 block of W Street, Northwest. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Lenare Leath, Jr. of Northwest D.C., allegedly brandished a knife and pushed the victim to the ground in an attempt to steal their property. After a struggle, the suspect fled empty-handed but was quickly caught by responding officers. The victim sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Leath has been charged with Assault with Intent to Commit Robbery. Photo 107991078 | Arrest © Oleg Dudko | Dreamstime.com

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a robbery that occurred Tuesday afternoon in Northwest, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

At approximately 4:56 p.m. on May 27, officers responded to a report of a robbery in the 4400 block of Iowa Avenue NW. Investigators say the suspect approached a victim, assaulted them, and then took their property before fleeing the area.

Detectives quickly identified the suspect and made the arrest shortly after the incident. The juvenile, a resident of Northwest, was taken into custody and charged with robbery.

The victim’s condition was not disclosed. Police did not specify what items were taken during the robbery.

The case remains under investigation.

Local News Report

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