An early-morning encounter on the 900 block of Florida Avenue NW turned violent Thursday when three people on scooters surrounded a man, stabbed him in the neck and robbed him of cash and a Rolex, police said. The assault happened at about 4:36 a.m., and emergency crews took the victim to a nearby hospital with a neck wound. Authorities said the suspects took off on scooters after grabbing his money and watch.
What police say
According to FOX 5 DC, which cited the Metropolitan Police Department, one of the suspects threatened the victim, saying, "I’ll kill you, give me all your stuff," before the situation escalated. Officers told the station the victim was knocked to the ground and stabbed in the neck. Investigators said one suspect went through his pockets and took $400 in cash while another grabbed the man's Rolex, leaving his wallet behind. Police said three people on scooters were involved and that they fled south on 9th Street NW after the attack.
How to help
Emergency crews transported the victim to a nearby hospital, and detectives are asking anyone with information or footage to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or send an anonymous tip by texting 50411, in line with the department's tip-line guidance. The Metropolitan Police Department tip page outlines how to submit anonymous leads and details potential Crime Solvers rewards for qualified tips. Investigators said video from nearby businesses or dash cameras could be especially useful to the case.
Investigation ongoing
No arrests had been announced as of the initial reporting, and officers continue to investigate the early-morning attack, FOX 5 DC reported. The incident comes on the heels of a break-in reported the previous day on the 1800 block of Florida Avenue NW, according to a report on a Florida Avenue break-in near Dupont, and highlights ongoing policing challenges along stretches of Florida Avenue. Anyone with tips is urged to contact investigators through the numbers above.
