Two men have been taken into custody by the Metropolitan Police Department following an altercation in Northeast that led to a stabbing last weekend. The incident unfolded in the early hours of October 4, on the 800 block of 10th Street, Northeast, where officers from the First District were summoned to the scene at approximately 12:28 a.m.
According to a press release by the MPD, the dispute between two adult males rapidly escalated into violence. In the melee, one of the individuals drew a knife and stabbed the other. The victim was quickly attended to by DC Fire and EMS and subsequently transported to a hospital for treatment of injuries described as non-life-threatening. MPD's report noted that the arrests were made at the scene.
The suspects have since been identified and charged with their roles in the incident. Kenyon Davis, a 38-year-old from Southeast, DC, is currently facing charges of Threats to Kidnap or Injure, and Simple Assault. Meanwhile, 51-year-old Leon Clark Jr. has been charged with Assault With A Dangerous Weapon (Knife) and was found to also be in possession of a controlled substance, leading to an additional charge.
The prompt response of the First District officers played a key role in quickly bringing the situation under control and apprehending those involved. The community's safety was ensured due to their swift action. The case continues to be under investigation by the MPD as they unravel the circumstances that led up to this violent event. Both Davis and Clark are awaiting further legal proceedings following their arrest.
