Man arrested after bottle attack during early morning robbery attempt on K Street NW
Washington, DC — A violent encounter in the early morning hours on K Street NW has led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man who police say attacked another man with a glass bottle after a request for money was refused.
The assault occurred at approximately 3:47 a.m. on November 4th, in the 500 block of K Street, Northwest. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the suspect approached the victim and asked for money. When the victim declined, the suspect reportedly struck him with a glass bottle and fled the scene on a bicycle.
The victim was treated on the scene for minor injuries.
Yesterday, police arrested Diamonte Lucas, 26, of Northwest, DC. He has been charged with Assault with Significant Bodily Injury and Threats to Kidnap or Injure.
The case remains under investigation. Police have not said whether the suspect and victim knew one another.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or text tips anonymously to 50411.
Key Points
- A man was assaulted with a glass bottle after refusing a money request on K Street NW
- Suspect fled on a bicycle; victim suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene
- Diamonte Lucas, 26, was arrested and charged with assault and threats to kidnap or injure
