The Metropolitan Police Department has arrested in connection with an armed carjacking that took place last year in Northwest. The incident occurred on the evening of October 1, 2025, when four suspects accosted a victim as he was retrieving items from his vehicle on the 1000 block of Emerson Street. The assailants brandished a firearm, demanded the victim's keys, and when unsuccessful, they resorted to assault and robbed him of his cell phone before fleeing the scene.
After an investigation and the issuance of a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, an 18-year-old suspect, Stanley Simmons, hailing from Southeast, was taken into custody on February 11, 2026. According to the official announcement by the MPD, Simmons is currently facing charges for Armed Carjacking. Despite this arrest, the case continues to be actively under investigation, as authorities work to conclusively piece together and to fully apprehend all those involved.
Authorities are urging anyone with knowledge about the October incident not to hesitate but to reach out immediately. The MPD is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information that results in the arrest and conviction of the individuals responsible for this or other violent crimes in the District of Columbia. Tips can be called in at (202) 727-9099 or texted to the Department's dedicated TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.
The Metropolitan Police Department's approach is to involve the community in its efforts to curb violent crime, always extending the opportunity for residents to become crucial allies in the quest to ensure safety and justice. For anyone keen to contribute to this initiative, the department's aforementioned reward policy stands as more than an incentive; it is a testament to MPD's commitment to both community engagement and thorough law enforcement.
