Gun-wielding suspects wanted in Southwest D.C. home invasion robbery

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police are searching for two suspects involved in an armed robbery that took place Wednesday evening on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Southwest Washington. The incident occurred around 5:04 p.m. on October 30, when the suspects allegedly forced their way into a residence after confronting the victim in the hallway.

According to the victim’s report, one suspect approached him in the hallway before a second suspect entered, brandishing a firearm. The suspects then forced the victim into his home, stole property, and fled the scene.

Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspects, which have been released by the police.

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Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspects or the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved.