Armed duo snatch van in late-night dc carjacking
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Armed duo snatch van in late-night DC carjacking

April 23, 2026
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Armed carjacking sparks late-night alert in Northeast DC

Washington, DC — A white Ford Transit van was taken at gunpoint late Tuesday night in Northeast as police issued an urgent alert for two suspects who fled the scene following the carjacking.

The incident was reported around 11:43 p.m. in the 1100 block of H Street NE within the First District. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, two male suspects approached during the incident, with one reportedly armed with a handgun.

Police said one suspect was wearing a gray ski mask, while the second suspect was not masked. The stolen vehicle is described as a white Ford Transit 250 van with unknown tags.

No injuries were reported, and no further details about the direction of flight or suspect descriptions have been released.

The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to locate the vehicle and identify those involved.

Anyone who encounters the suspects or has information about the incident is urged not to approach and to call 911 immediately. Additional information can also be provided to police by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting tips to 50411.


Key Points

  • Armed carjacking reported on H Street NE late Tuesday night
  • Two suspects involved, one armed with a handgun
  • White Ford Transit 250 van stolen, suspects remain at large
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