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By
D.C. Witness Staff
- April 24, 2020
Daily Stories
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Homicides
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Suspects
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On April 23, the Metropolitan Police Department arrested a suspect for allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a police officer.
According to a press release, an officer was entering an unmarked cruiser on the 5000 block of Hayes Street, NE on April 22. The suspect allegedly approached the cruiser and threw a Molotov cocktail. The bomb hit the cruiser and landed on the ground.
After a brief chase, the suspect was apprehended by responding officers. No one was injured.
The suspect was charged with assault with the intent to kill, possession of a Molotov Cocktail with the intent to use, and assault on a police officer.
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