Caught on Camera! Surveillance Photos Released of 8th Street Burglary Suspects
WASHINGTON (7News) — Police have shared surveillance camera images in hopes of catching the man behind a robbery in Southeast D.C. The incident took place early Saturday morning, and authorities are working to find the suspect.
Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) were called to the scene of a burglary at 5:00 a.m. on the 400 block of 8th Street, Southeast. The call came in after an employee arrived at work to find that the business had been broken into. The employee noticed that the cash register had been tampered with and money was missing.
Authorities are now using the surveillance footage to help track down the person responsible for the crime. The released images show the suspect, and police are asking the public for any information that might help them in their investigation.
MPD is urging anyone with details about the burglary to contact them. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and the department is offering a reward for any helpful information leading to an arrest.
The burglary has left many in the local community worried about their safety, as incidents like these remind people of the risks posed by crime. Police are working hard to solve the case and bring justice to the businesses affected by the theft.