Washington, D.C. — A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that injured another juvenile over the weekend in Northeast D.C., police announced Monday.
The incident occurred on Saturday, April 26, at approximately 7:06 p.m. when Fifth District officers responded to a report of a stabbing in the 1600 block of Maryland Avenue NE. They arrived to find a juvenile male, conscious and breathing, suffering from a stab wound.
DC Fire and EMS transported the victim to a local hospital, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Key points:
- Juvenile stabbed on Maryland Avenue NE on April 26
- 13-year-old suspect arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife)
- Victim hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries
Young suspect faces serious charge in weekend stabbing
Following an investigation by detectives, a 13-year-old male from Northeast D.C. was arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife). Authorities have not released details about a possible motive or whether the two juveniles knew each other.
Because the suspect is a minor, no name or photo has been released. The case remains under investigation.
Police seek additional information as investigation continues
Anyone with knowledge of the incident is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or send anonymous tips via text to 50411. The department offers a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and indictment in cases involving violent crimes.