Police warn public not to approach the two suspects
WASHINGTON, DC – A gunpoint carjacking in Northwest DC triggered a police search Monday morning for two juvenile suspects, including one who was reported to be armed with a handgun, according to an emergency crime alert.
The Metropolitan Police Department was investigating the armed carjacking in the 1300 block of Peabody Street NW.
The alert was issued at approximately 6:41 a.m. Monday.
Police searching for two juveniles
MPD described both suspects as Black male juveniles.
One was last seen wearing a gray jacket, while the second was wearing a black jacket and was reported to be armed with a handgun.
Police warned members of the public not to take action if they see individuals matching the descriptions.
No additional information about the vehicle, victim or circumstances surrounding the carjacking was included in the initial alert.
How to contact DC Police
Anyone who sees the suspects or witnesses an immediate emergency should call 911 and should not attempt to approach or detain them.
Anyone with information about a crime in DC can also contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099 or submit a tip by texting 50411.
The investigation remains active, and further details were not immediately available.
Key Points
- MPD is investigating an armed carjacking reported Monday morning in the 1300 block of Peabody Street NW.
- Police are searching for two male juvenile suspects, one of whom was reported to be armed with a handgun.
- Anyone who spots the suspects should not approach them and should call 911.
