MPD Makes Arrest in Northeast Armed Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department announces an arrest in an armed robbery with a knife that occurred in Northeast.

On Saturday, October 26, 2024, at approximately 4:05 p.m., the suspect approached the victim near the intersection of First and M Streets, Northeast after she paid for a ride share bike. The suspect brandished a knife, demanded the bike and fled the scene on the bike.

Officers canvassed the area and quickly located the suspect nearby and placed him under arrest. 45-year-old Antonio Chappell, of a no fixed address, was charged with Armed Robbery (Knife).

CCN: 24166512

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