Document: Suspect Sought in a Shooting and Vehicle Theft

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection to a shooting and vehicle theft that occurred on Nov. 3 at the unit block of 14th Street, NE.

According to MPD documents, the victim was delivering food at the location, when he was approached by the suspect. The suspect brandished a handgun and demanded the victim’s keys. The victim complied and the suspect entered the victim’s vehicle. When the victim stated he was going to call the police, the suspect fired his gun, striking the victim.

The victim was taken to an area hospital for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspect was captured by surveillance footage and can be seen in the video attached below.

MPD offers a reward to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for violent crimes committed in the District.