Major development in search for missing d. C. Woman last seen in october — The metal handcuffs on black background. Handcuff or shackle. Police handcuffs.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A breakthrough has occurred in the case of a woman’s mysterious disappearance last year in Southwest D.C., leading to an arrest. The missing person, identified as 25-year-old Chyna Crawford, was last observed in October, sparking a rigorous investigation by the D.C. Metro Police Department.

Chyna Crawford was reported missing on October 26, 2023, after last being seen near the 4000 block of South Capitol Street, Southwest, on the evening of October 23. The case, initially handled by the Missing Persons Unit, raised suspicions early on, prompting a deeper inquiry by the Homicide Branch due to the peculiar nature of Crawford’s disappearance.

Following extensive detective work, 32-year-old Lashawn Washington of Southeast, D.C., was indicted on multiple charges, including First Degree Murder-Felony Murder, Kidnapping, and Obstruction of Justice. Washington’s arrest by the U.S. Marshals Service on March 26 significantly advances the ongoing investigation.

The D.C. Metro Police Department continues to seek information from the public regarding this case and encourages anyone with knowledge to come forward. Calls can be made to the police at 202-727-9099, or anonymous tips can be sent via the TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.

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