Man fatally stabbed in dc after walking into police station for help

Man fatally stabbed in DC after walking into police station for help

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 24-year-old man died early Tuesday after walking into a Northeast police station with a stab wound, police said.

The victim, identified as Joziah Thurman of Northeast, entered the Sixth District police station at approximately 1:05 a.m., where officers immediately rendered aid. DC Fire and EMS were called to the scene, but despite lifesaving efforts, Thurman was pronounced dead.

Detectives determined that the stabbing occurred inside a residence in the 800 block of 49th Street, Northeast. No further details about the suspect or circumstances have been released.

Police are asking anyone with information to contact them at (202) 727-9099 or to send anonymous tips via text to 50411. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

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