WASHINGTON, D.C. — A suspect was swiftly arrested following an armed robbery in Northeast D.C. on Monday afternoon.

At approximately 2:10 p.m., officers were flagged down in the 1500 block of Benning Road, Northeast, where a victim reported being robbed by two individuals, one of whom was armed with a knife. Responding officers promptly apprehended one of the suspects.

Following the investigation, 45-year-old Antonio McCoy of Northeast D.C. was charged with Armed Robbery (Knife).

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved in violent crimes in the District of Columbia.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

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