Teen busted in armed robbery setup tied to online marketplace meet in DC
WASHINGTON, DC — A 16-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that unfolded during an online marketplace meetup in Northwest D.C., police said.
The incident happened around 6 p.m. on Feb. 10 in the 1400 block of Columbia Road Northwest.
Authorities said the victim arranged to sell and trade merchandise when the suspect pulled out a firearm during the meeting. A second armed suspect then emerged and helped take the victim’s property.
Both suspects fled on foot after the robbery.
On March 19, police arrested a 16-year-old male from Northwest D.C. and charged him with armed robbery.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are working to identify additional suspects.
Anyone with information is urged to call police at 202-727-9099 or text tips to 50411. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Key Points
- A 16-year-old was arrested in an armed robbery tied to an online meetup
- The victim was robbed at gunpoint by two suspects in Northwest DC
- Police are still searching for additional suspects