SWAT team makes arrest in Chesapeake after long-term investigation

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

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Chesapeake police took one person into custody Tuesday afternoon following a SWAT activation tied to a long-running investigation, authorities said.

The incident unfolded around 3:00 p.m. in the 1300 block of Canal Drive. The Chesapeake Police Department said the operation was based on an ongoing case but did not provide additional details about the nature of the investigation.

Police confirmed there is no known threat to public safety at this time. The investigation remains active.

Chesapeake SWAT arrested one individual Tuesday afternoon during an operation linked to a long-term investigation.

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