A d. C. Metro police department patrol car.
A D.C. Metro Police Department patrol car.

Brazen carjackers flee with Toyota Prius after D.C. stickup

Two armed suspects stole a gray Prius during a carjacking in Southeast D.C., police said

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two armed suspects carjacked a vehicle at gunpoint in Southeast Washington on Sunday afternoon and remain at large, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

The carjacking occurred around 3:00 p.m. in the 2000 block of 38th Street SE. Police said two Black males wearing all black clothing, both armed with handguns, approached the victim and stole a gray Toyota Prius with Maryland tags.

Investigators said the suspects were last seen fleeing the area in the stolen Prius. No injuries were reported in the incident, and no arrests have been made.


Key Points:

  • Armed carjacking reported at approximately 3:00 p.m. on 38th Street SE.
  • Two suspects, described as Black males in black clothing, fled in a gray Toyota Prius with Maryland plates.
  • Police urge anyone with information to contact them or submit anonymous tips.

Police urge caution as suspects remain at large

Authorities are asking the public not to approach the suspects if seen and instead to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099. Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411.

The department said a reward of up to $25,000 is available for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone responsible for homicides in the District.

Police have not released additional details about the circumstances of the carjacking or whether the suspects and victim knew each other.


Investigation ongoing as search continues for stolen vehicle

The investigation remains active as officers continue to canvass the area and review surveillance footage in an effort to locate the suspects and the stolen vehicle.

No further information about the suspects’ identities or direction of travel has been provided as of Sunday evening.

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