Document: Police Arrest Suspect for Homicide in Congress Heights

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Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department arrested a man July 29 who they believe is connected to a homicide that took place on the same day.

According to a press release, 34-year-old Michael Anthony Grant is charged with second-degree murder for his alleged role in the death of 33-year-old Lucas Alonzo Thomas on the 3100 block of Randle Place, SE.

Thomas was found on July 28 by police with injuries consistent with an assault. Thomas died as a result of his injuries the next day.

This case remains under investigation.

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this homicide or any other homicide in DC. Anyone with information should call the police at 202-727-9099. Anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s Text Tip Line — 50411.



7 30 19 Arrest Made in a Homicide 3100 Block of Randle Place, Southeast (Text)

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