Carjacker forces moped rider off vehicle in Northeast D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A moped rider was attacked and forced off his vehicle Monday evening during a carjacking in the 1500 block of Maryland Avenue, Northeast.

The incident occurred at approximately 5:37 p.m. when the victim was approached by the suspect while seated on his moped. After a physical altercation, the suspect took control of the moped and fled the area.

Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspect and the stolen moped, providing investigators with key evidence as they search for leads.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or anonymously send a text tip to 50411. A $1,000 reward is being offered for tips leading to an arrest and conviction.