DC Police Investigate Deadly Stabbing

Handcuffs used during police arrest.
Handcuffs used during police arrest.

WASHINGTON, DCA fatal stabbing incident in Northwest Washington is currently under investigation by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch.

The incident was reported on Friday, April 5, at 11:21 p.m., when Fourth District officers were called to an apartment on the 1300 block of Peabody Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male with stab wounds. Despite the efforts of DC Fire and EMS, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim’s identity is being withheld until the next of kin has been notified.

The police are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for this homicide. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at 202-727-9099 or anonymously submit tips via the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411.