The Metropolitan Police Department is on the lookout for a burglary suspect and seeks the help of residents. On the early hours of Saturday, August 24, at about 3:51 a.m., a business on the 500 block of H Street, Northeast became the target of a forced-entry burglary.
A surveillance video shows the suspect in action, illegally entering the establishment, and absconding with property. This incident, a disruption to the community's sense of safety, highlights the persistent challenges businesses face from criminal activities. The MPD has issued a call to action, relying on the public's vigilance and willingness to step forward with any usable information. They advise against confronting the suspect, instead, they urge individuals to contact the police department at (202) 727-9099 or to send a text to their TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The department has even put forth a $1,000 reward for information that could lead to an arrest and indictment, an effort to incentivize community cooperation.
For more details or to watch the surveillance footage, visit the MPD's official website. You can also find instructions on how to submit a tip there.
