Surveillance shows suspect in terrifying d. C. Burglary

Washington, D.C. — A suspect who participated in a violent home invasion last month in Southeast D.C. is being sought by police, who released surveillance video and images in hopes of identifying him.

The incident occurred on Monday, March 31, at approximately 8:36 p.m. in the 800 block of Barnaby Street SE. According to investigators, multiple suspects approached a victim and forced them back into their residence at gunpoint. Once inside, the suspects demanded property, which the victim handed over before the group fled the scene.

The victim was not physically injured during the incident.

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Burglary took place March 31 at 8:36 p.m. in the 800 block of Barnaby Street SE
Suspects forced victim into home at gunpoint and demanded property
One suspect captured on video; $10,000 reward offered for information

Surveillance footage shows one of the suspects

Authorities released a video of one suspect captured by a surveillance camera. The footage can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/IGAx8zuF4_c. Police are asking for help identifying the individual or any vehicle associated with the incident.

Investigators have not said how many suspects were involved or whether any property has been recovered. The case remains under active investigation.

Police offer reward for information leading to arrest

Anyone with information about the suspect or the burglary is urged to call (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those involved in the crime.

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