Man fatally stabbed in DC apartment in suspected domestic incident
Washington, DC – A 20-year-old man was found stabbed to death inside a Takoma neighborhood apartment Monday evening, and police say the fatal attack may have stemmed from a domestic dispute.
Just before 7 p.m., officers from the Fourth District responded to reports of a stabbing in the 200 block of Carroll Street NW. When officers arrived at the apartment complex, they found an adult male victim unconscious and not breathing, suffering from multiple stab wounds.
DC Fire and EMS attempted life-saving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The victim has been identified as Devell Wade, 20, of Northwest, DC. According to preliminary findings, investigators believe the stabbing was domestic in nature, though police have not confirmed the identity of any suspect or whether anyone has been taken into custody.
Officials have not provided further details on the relationship between the victim and the alleged attacker, and the motive behind the stabbing remains under investigation.
The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in connection with the case. Tips can be submitted by phone at (202) 727-9099 or via text to 50411.
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Key Points
- 20-year-old Devell Wade was fatally stabbed Monday inside a Takoma apartment in Northwest DC
- Police believe the stabbing was domestic in nature
- A $25,000 reward is offered for tips leading to an arrest and conviction
