Suspects sought in armed robbery in Northeast D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police are searching for suspects involved in an armed robbery that took place in Northeast Washington, D.C., on Monday afternoon.

At approximately 3:41 p.m., the suspects approached victims in the 5500 block of Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue, Northeast. One of the suspects brandished a firearm, and the victims were assaulted before their property was stolen.

The suspects fled the scene following the robbery. No further details have been released on the suspects’ identities.

Suspects sought in armed robbery in northeast d. C. - photo licensed by shore news network.
Suspects sought in armed robbery in northeast d. C. - photo authorized for use by and/or licensed by shore news network

Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or send tips to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.