Gold chain yanked from victim’s neck in dc robbery
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Gold chain yanked from victim’s neck in DC robbery

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October 24, 2025
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Necklace ripped in Northeast DC robbery as police hunt for suspect

WASHINGTON, DC — A late-night robbery on Queens Chapel Road has police searching for a missing gold chain and the suspect who tore it from a victim’s neck and fled under cover of darkness.

The incident happened around 9:44 p.m. on Monday, September 29, in the 2100 block of Queens Chapel Road NE. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the victim was approached and robbed of the chain before the assailant took off.

Gold chain yanked from victim’s neck in dc robbery
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Officials released a photo of the stolen gold chain in hopes that someone may recognize it and provide leads. The department is asking the public not to intervene, but to come forward with any tips that might help locate the suspect or recover the stolen property.

A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those involved in this case. Anyone with details is urged to contact MPD at (202) 727-9099 or anonymously text a tip to 50411.

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Key Points

  • Robbery occurred around 9:44 p.m. on September 29 in Northeast DC
  • Suspect stole a gold chain from victim and fled the scene
  • Police offering up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest
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