Wanted | Suspect Sought in Banner Lane Northwest Stabbing

Monday, Oct 19, 2026

The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the community’s assistance in locating a suspect involved in an assault with a dangerous weapon (knife) that occurred in Northwest. 

On Thursday, October 15, 2026, at approximately 10:09 p.m., First District officers responded to the unit block of Banner Lane, Northwest, for the report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male conscious and breathing, suffering from a stab wound. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. The investigation revealed an altercation escalated, and the suspect stabbed the victim.

The suspect can be seen in the photo.

Anyone who can identify this suspect, or who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department's TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $10,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a violent crime committed in the District of Columbia.

CCN: 26148007