The Metropolitan Police Department is actively seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for armed robbery. The incident occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026, at approximately 1:17 p.m. in the 3400 block of 18th Street, Southeast. According to police reports, the victims had arranged to sell property they had marketed online. Upon meeting two suspects, one individual produced a firearm, seized the property from the victims, and both suspects subsequently fled the scene on a bicycle. The department has released photographs of one of the suspects and is urging anyone who recognizes the individual or has information regarding the crime to come forward. Residents are advised to take no action but to contact law enforcement directly. Tips can be submitted by calling the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or by texting information to the department's tip line at 50411. The MPD is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for this crime within the District of Columbia. In conjunction with the investigation, the Metropolitan Police Department is reminding the community about the importance of safety during online transactions. MPD encourages residents to utilize designated Safe Exchange Zones when meeting individuals to complete sales. These zones, located at every district station and the Special Operations Division’s Harbor Patrol, provide a secure environment for exchanging goods and money, thereby helping to prevent pre-staged robberies. The department also advises the public to be particularly wary of individuals who refuse to meet at these designated safe locations. Safe Exchange Zone locations include the First District Station at 101 M Street SW, the Second District Station at 3320 Idaho Avenue NW, the Third District Station at 1620 V Street NW, the Fourth District Station at 6001 Georgia Avenue NW, the Fifth District Station at 1805 Bladensburg Road NE, the Sixth District Station at 5002 Hayes Street NE, the Seventh District Station at 2455 Alabama Avenue SE, and the Special Operations Division’s Harbor Patrol at 550 Water Street SW. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the MPD immediately.