WASHINGTON, DC — A 15-year-old male has been arrested in connection with two armed robberies that took place minutes apart in Northeast Washington, D.C., the Metropolitan Police Department announced Tuesday.
The first incident occurred on Tuesday, July 1, at approximately 2:33 p.m. in the 100 block of 53rd Street, Northeast. According to police, suspects approached the victims, one brandishing a firearm while another forcibly took property before fleeing.
Eight minutes later, at approximately 2:41 p.m., another robbery was reported in the 5500 block of Clay Street, Northeast. The suspects again displayed a firearm and took property from the victims before fleeing the scene.
Following an investigation, detectives arrested a 15-year-old male from Northeast, DC, on Sunday, July 6. He has been charged with two counts of armed robbery.
Two additional suspects remain at large. Police continue to investigate the incidents and are seeking information from the public.
Anyone with information is urged to call (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in violent crime cases in the District.