Victim stabbed as DC police search for curly-haired suspect in green shoes

Man sought after early-morning stabbing in Southwest DC

Washington, DC – A stabbing is under investigation in the 1500 block of 1st Street SW after police responded to a report of an assault early Friday morning.

The incident occurred at approximately 3:48 a.m. on December 26. Officers with the Metropolitan Police Department’s First District arrived on the scene and began an investigation. The condition of the victim has not been released, and no further details have been provided at this time.

Police are searching for a suspect described as a Black male, approximately 5’8″ tall, weighing around 130 pounds, with a slim build and curly hair. He was last seen wearing green shoes and a green and blue jacket.

No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to call 911 and reference event number I20250624274. Tips may also be provided to the Metropolitan Police Department by calling (202) 727-9099 or by sending a text to the department’s anonymous tip line at 50411.

Key Points

  • Stabbing occurred at 3:48 a.m. in the 1500 block of 1st Street SW
  • Suspect described as a slim Black male with curly hair, green shoes, green/blue jacket
  • Police ask for tips via 911, (202) 727-9099, or text to 50411