Gunman targets three men at northwest dc skate park

Gunman targets three men at Northwest DC skate park

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August 3, 2026

Police say suspect pulled a handgun before fleeing in a gray Lexus

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police are searching for a gunman accused of confronting three men at a Northwest DC skate park, pointing a firearm at them and demanding money before fleeing the scene.

The attempted armed robbery occurred at approximately 8:22 p.m. Wednesday at a skate park in the 1500 block of 11th Street Northwest.

According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the suspect approached three adult men, displayed a handgun and demanded money.

Police said no property was taken, and none of the victims were injured.

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The suspect fled before officers arrived, leaving the area in a gray Lexus sedan.

Investigators said the suspect was captured on surveillance cameras and are asking for the public’s help identifying the individual.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411.

Police are offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the violent crime.


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  • Police are searching for a suspect accused of attempting an armed robbery at a Northwest DC skate park.
  • Three men were held at gunpoint, but no property was stolen and no one was injured.
  • The suspect fled in a gray Lexus sedan, and a reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
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