16-year-old charged with armed robbery in D.C. after two-month investigation

16-year-old charged with armed robbery in D.C. after two-month investigation
Quick Arrest Made in Northwest D.C. Robbery Attempt WASHINGTON, DC - Following a Northwest robbery attempt, D.C. Metro Police Department’s Third District detectives have swiftly apprehended a suspect. The incident occurred today around 2:53 PM, in the 1200 block of W Street, Northwest. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Lenare Leath, Jr. of Northwest D.C., allegedly brandished a knife and pushed the victim to the ground in an attempt to steal their property. After a struggle, the suspect fled empty-handed but was quickly caught by responding officers. The victim sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Leath has been charged with Assault with Intent to Commit Robbery. Photo 107991078 | Arrest © Oleg Dudko | Dreamstime.com

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 16-year-old male from Southeast D.C. has been arrested and charged with armed robbery following an incident that took place in November, the Metropolitan Police Department announced Friday.

The robbery occurred on Saturday, November 2, around 2:45 p.m., when the suspect met the victim in the 4200 block of 4th Street, Southeast, for a property sale. During the meeting, the suspect allegedly brandished a handgun, stole the victim’s property, and fled the scene.

After an investigation, the suspect was apprehended on Thursday, January 30, under a DC Superior Court custody order. He has been charged with Armed Robbery (Gun).

The case remains under investigation as authorities continue to gather additional information.