Suspect nabbed moments after purse snatching on M Street in Northwest DC
Washington, DC — A purse snatching in a busy Northwest corridor ended in a swift arrest after witnesses alerted a nearby officer who quickly tracked down the suspect and recovered the stolen property.
The incident occurred Sunday at approximately 6:25 p.m. in the 1800 block of M Street Northwest, where a woman was approached by a suspect who grabbed her purse before fleeing on foot.
Witnesses immediately flagged down a Metropolitan Police Department officer in the area, leading to a rapid response and apprehension of the suspect.
Police said the victim’s purse was recovered following the arrest.
The suspect was identified as 36-year-old Hyeong Ju Suh of Chesterfield, Virginia. He has been charged with robbery and fugitive from justice.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- Suspect arrested shortly after purse snatching on M Street
- Witnesses helped alert officer leading to quick apprehension
- Victim’s stolen purse was recovered by police