Washington, D.C. – A man was robbed at gunpoint late Wednesday night in Northwest D.C., with thieves making off with a vehicle and thousands of dollars’ worth of electronics, according to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).
The incident occurred on the 1300 block of V Street NW, where three unidentified suspects confronted the victim. At least one of the suspects brandished a handgun while demanding the victim’s belongings, police said.
High-Value Electronics and Vehicle Stolen
In response to the threat, the victim handed over multiple items, including:
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Two iPhone 16 Pros
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Four MacBook Pros
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Two backpacks
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A red Hyundai Sonata
According to the police report, the estimated value of the stolen property—excluding the car—amounts to approximately $14,900.
Partial Recovery Reported
While the suspects fled the scene with the stolen items, authorities later recovered one of the stolen iPhones and two MacBook Pros. The car and other items remain missing as the investigation continues.
No injuries were reported during the robbery, and MPD has not yet released suspect descriptions or any surveillance footage.
Ongoing Investigation
The Metropolitan Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the robbery to contact them immediately. Tipsters may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward.
This latest incident adds to growing concerns about personal safety and armed robberies in the D.C. area, particularly those involving high-value electronics and vehicles.
Residents are encouraged to remain alert, especially when carrying expensive tech items or moving about the city late at night.
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