Camera catches dc burglar slipping into unoccupied home before sunrise

Camera catches DC burglar slipping into unoccupied home before sunrise

Caught on camera in the dark a suspect wanted for Northeast DC home burglary

Washington, DC – Just before dawn earlier this month, a man slipped into an unoccupied home on 12th Street NE, grabbed stolen items, and vanished — but not before surveillance cameras caught him in the act.

Around 3:48 a.m. on Monday, November 3, the suspect entered a residence in the 300 block of 12th Street, Northeast, while it was empty. After stealing an undisclosed amount of property, he fled the scene before officers could respond.

Camera catches dc burglar slipping into unoccupied home before sunrise
Photo: camera catches dc burglar slipping into unoccupied home before sunrise

Video footage of the suspect was recovered and released publicly in an effort to identify the man. Surveillance images and a full video can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/uZgl4NgTa7E

The Metropolitan Police Department is now turning to the public for assistance. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information that leads to the suspect’s arrest and indictment. Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling the MPD tip line or texting confidentially.

The video shows the individual moving deliberately through the property during the early-morning break-in. Investigators have not disclosed what items were stolen or whether the home was targeted at random.

The incident remains under investigation as authorities continue to seek leads.

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Key Points

  • A suspect was caught on camera burglarizing an unoccupied Northeast DC residence
  • The burglary occurred around 3:48 a.m. on November 3 on 12th Street NE
  • Police are offering a reward of up to $1,000 for tips leading to an arrest
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