MPD Arrests Man for Assault with Intent to Rob

The Metropolitan Police Department arrested a man for assaulting a woman in an attempt to rob her of her purse in Northwest.

On Thursday, June 27, 2024, at approximately 11:10 a.m., the suspect approached a woman in the 200 block of V Street, Northwest and assaulted her, then demanded her purse. The robbery was interrupted by good Samaritans and the suspect fled. A short time later, officers stopped the suspect and arrested him.

The suspect has been identified as 32-year-old Kenneth Montgomery, of Northeast.

CCN: 24098059

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