Teen charged in violent northeast d. C. Coat robbery
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Teen charged in violent Northeast D.C. coat robbery

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March 25, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 2024 robbery in Northeast D.C. that left a victim assaulted and stripped of his coat and personal belongings, authorities announced Sunday.

The incident occurred on Monday, December 2, 2024, in the 700 block of E Street, Northeast. According to police, the victim was walking when a vehicle approached and two suspects jumped out, attacked the victim, and forcibly took property before fleeing in the same car.

On March 17, 2025, Damarco Jackson of Southeast D.C. was taken into custody and charged with Robbery (Force & Violence). The second suspect remains unidentified, and the case is still under active investigation.

No additional injuries were reported during the incident, and authorities have not released the value or details of the stolen items.

Police are asking anyone with knowledge of this case to contact them at (202) 727-9099 or send an anonymous text tip to 50411. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information leading to additional arrests and convictions.

Key Points

  • Damarco Jackson, 19, was arrested on March 17 for a December 2024 robbery in Northeast D.C.
  • The victim was assaulted and robbed by two suspects who fled in a vehicle
  • Police are offering a $1,000 reward for information and tips can be sent to (202) 727-9099 or texted to 50411

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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Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

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