Three suspects hunted after victim was attacked and stripped of his belongings
WASHINGTON, DC – A man was grabbed in a chokehold, threatened with a knife and beaten during a three-person robbery in Northwest DC last week, with surveillance cameras capturing the suspects police are now trying to identify.
The attack happened at approximately 9:40 p.m. Aug. 10 in the 700 block of 7th Street NW, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Victim grabbed in chokehold
Three suspects approached the adult male victim, police said.
One allegedly put the man in a chokehold while another displayed a knife and demanded his property.
The victim refused to turn over his belongings.
Police said the three suspects then assaulted him, took his property and ran from the scene.
The department did not specify what was stolen or provide information about any injuries suffered by the victim.
Surveillance camera captures suspects
A nearby surveillance camera recorded the suspects, and MPD has released images in an effort to identify them.
No arrests were announced in Monday’s update.
Police are warning anyone who recognizes the suspects not to approach them.
Anyone who can identify the trio or has information about the robbery can call MPD at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.
MPD is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for a violent crime in DC.
Key Points
- Three suspects allegedly robbed a man in the 700 block of 7th Street NW on Aug. 10.
- Police said one suspect put the victim in a chokehold while another brandished a knife before the group assaulted him and stole his belongings.
- Surveillance cameras captured the suspects, and MPD is offering up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
