Car thief caught on camera smashing windows and targeting parked vehicles in northeast dc

Police search for suspect after three vehicles were damaged and property was stolen from two of them

WASHINGTON, DC — A suspect caught on camera is wanted after smashing the windows of multiple parked vehicles and stealing property in Northeast DC, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

The thefts occurred at approximately 1:41 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, in the 600 block of 7th Street Northeast DC.

Police said the suspect broke the windows of three parked vehicles and stole property from two of them before fleeing the area.

Investigators released surveillance images of both the suspect and the suspect’s vehicle in hopes that someone will recognize them.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who can identify the suspect or the vehicle is asked not to take action but to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099 or submit an anonymous tip by texting 50411.

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible.

Key Points

Police are searching for a suspect accused of breaking into multiple vehicles in Northeast DC.
Three parked vehicles had their windows smashed, and property was stolen from two of them.
MPD is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

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