D. C. Cops bag 15-year-old in shoplifting doubleheader

D.C. cops bag 15-year-old in shoplifting doubleheader

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June 5, 2025
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 15-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday in connection with two separate thefts that took place in Northwest D.C., one dating back more than a year.

According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the first incident occurred on Saturday, April 26, at about 11:28 a.m. when several suspects entered a business in the 1000 block of F Street NW. The group stole merchandise and fled before officers arrived.

Following a months-long investigation, detectives secured a DC Superior Court Custody Order for one of the suspects involved. On Wednesday, members of the Criminal Apprehension Unit located and arrested the 15-year-old male, a resident of Northwest D.C.

In addition to the April 2024 theft, the juvenile was also charged in a second incident. That case took place on Wednesday, March 19, at approximately 10:20 p.m., in the 3200 block of M Street NW. He faces two charges of First-Degree Theft.

Investigation ongoing as search for other suspects continues

Police have not yet released additional details on the other suspects from either case. The investigation remains active.

Anyone with information about these incidents is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or send a text tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information leading to the arrest and indictment of those responsible for crimes in the District.

Chris Quigley

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