Document: Arrest Made and Vehicle Sought in an Armed Carjacking (Gun) Offense: 2300 Block of R Street, Southeast

By D.C. Witness Staff - July 18, 2023
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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) arrested and charged 27-year-old Marcus Lavelle Thompson with armed carjacking (gun), carrying a pistol without a license, possession of unregistered ammunition, and possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device for his alleged involvement in an armed carjacking that led to him being shot by the victim.

According to MPD documents, Thompson and other suspects were in a vehicle that approached the victim. Thompson exited the vehicle and pointed his gun at the victim while demanding the victim’s vehicle. The victim took out his own gun and shot Thompson. The vehicle with other suspects fled the scene, while the victim remained to render aid to Thompson.

The victim has a valid conceal carry permit and his firearm was registered.

MPD is searching for a dark GMC SUV connected to the suspect.