Authorities are on the lookout for a suspect connected to what they are calling a felony destruction of property incident in DC's Northeast corridor. The Metropolitan Police Department, in conjunction with the DC Housing Authority Police Department, has put out a call to the community to aid in locating this individual. The alleged offense took place in the early hours of the morning last Tuesday, just around 1 a.m., according to a statement by MPDC.
The suspect reportedly used a ladder to audaciously climb two buildings in the 4500 block of Quarles Street, Northeast, proceeding to deface multiple surveillance cameras with spray paint. After committing the act, the suspect is said to have fled the area in a vehicle. The information comes directly from a report filed by a concerned citizen, which was subsequently addressed by the DC Housing Authority officers.
Details about the suspect or the vehicle involved in the escape have not been shared, but law enforcement is asking anyone with information to come forward. They advise against confronting the suspect directly and instead urge people to report tips by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting the TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest and indictment of those responsible for the crime.
