WASHINGTON, D.C. – A juvenile male, later identified as 16-year-old Devon Sharp of Northwest D.C., succumbed to gunshot injuries on Monday following an incident over the weekend.
On Saturday, at around 3:28 AM, officers from the Third District of the D.C. Metro Police Department were dispatched to the 1200 block of V Street following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered Sharp with a gunshot wound. He was quickly transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Unfortunately, Sharp passed away on Monday due to his injuries. The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them at 202-727-9099. Tips can also be sent anonymously via text to the TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.
- Axe bandit busted after smashing into DC businesses
Two break ins one suspect and an axe lead to charges
Washington, DC — A suspect accused of using an axe to break into multiple Northwest businesses and steal cash registers and money has been arrested following an investigation by specialized police units.
An 18-year-old male from Northwest Washington was taken into custody Wednesday by members of the Metropolitan Police Department’s Carjacking Task Force and Criminal Apprehension Unit.
Investigators allege the suspect, who was a juvenile at the time of the incidents, carried out two early morning burglaries on March 3.
In the first incident, at approximately 5:14 a.m., the suspect approached a restaurant in the 1000 block of 5th Street Northwest and shattered the front glass door with an axe. He then entered the business along with two additional suspects and removed a cash register before fleeing in a vehicle.
Roughly an hour later, at approximately 6:45 a.m., the same suspect allegedly targeted another restaurant in the 300 block of Massachusetts Avenue Northwest. Authorities said he again used an axe to break the front door, entered the establishment, and stole cash before fleeing.
The suspect has been charged with two counts of second-degree burglary of an establishment.
Police said the investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to determine whether the suspect is connected to additional crimes.
Key Points
- Suspect accused of using axe to break into DC businesses
- Two burglaries reported within about an hour on March 3
- 18 year old charged with two counts of burglary
- Midnight stabbing suspect grabbed within minutes in DC
Suspect nabbed after early morning DC stabbing on 9th Street
Washington, DC — A street argument in Northwest turned violent when a man was stabbed during a confrontation, leading to a swift arrest by officers canvassing the area moments later.
The incident occurred Wednesday at approximately 12:20 a.m. in the 1900 block of 9th Street Northwest, where the suspect and victim became involved in an argument.
During the dispute, the suspect produced a knife and stabbed the victim before fleeing the scene.
The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have not released details on the severity of the injuries.
Officers conducting a canvass of the area located the suspect a short time later and took him into custody.
Police identified the suspect as 38-year-old Marques Price of Southeast Washington. He has been charged with assault with intent to kill while armed with a knife.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- Man stabbed during argument on 9th Street in Northwest DC
- Suspect located and arrested shortly after fleeing scene
- Defendant charged with assault with intent to kill
- Quick thinking witnesses lead to arrest in DC robbery
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