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Northwest D.C. Community Seeks Answers in Fatal Stabbing of 20-Year-Old Devell Wade in Takoma

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Published on September 17, 2025
Northwest D.C. Community Seeks Answers in Fatal Stabbing of 20-Year-Old Devell Wade in TakomaSource: Google Street View

On Monday evening, just before 7 p.m., police responded to a report of a stabbing at an apartment complex in the 200 block of Carroll Street NW. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the incident left one man dead and is under investigation.

Police identified the victim as 20-year-old Devell Wade of Northwest D.C., who was found with stab wounds. D.C. Fire and EMS responded, but Wade was pronounced dead at the scene. The Metropolitan Police Department said the case is being investigated as a domestic incident.

The Metropolitan Police Department is asking the public for any information about the fatal stabbing of Devell Wade in Northwest D.C. People are asked not to intervene but to call (202) 727-9099 or send a tip via text to 50411. A reward of up to $25,000 is available for information leading to an arrest and conviction.