Robbery on Albemarle Street

This robbery alert was sent out by the 2nd District Police:

A street robbery occurred in the 4400 block of Albemarle Street NW. The offense occurred at approximately 7:42 Monday evening. The complainant was walking in the 4400 block of Albemarle Street NW when the suspect approached him from the rear. The suspect displayed a dark colored pistol and demanded the complainant's property. The suspect obtained the property and fled on foot. Two other males were standing in the area and fled with the suspect after the offense was committed.

The armed suspect had on dark colored clothing with a hood and his face was partially covered with a mask. The two other masked suspects had on dark colored clothing with hoods but did not display any weapons. All three were between 6'1" and 6'2" with an approximate weight of 190 - 200 pounds. It is unknown if a vehicle was waiting to help with the flight.

If anyone witnessed this offense please call 202-727-9099.