Several people were injured in a mass stabbing incident in Northeast Washington, D.C., prompting a heavy police response. The attack occurred near Montello Avenue and Simms Place NE. Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the incident on social media, stating, “MPD is on scene of numerous people stabbed in the area of Meigs Pl & Montello Ave NE. One suspect has been arrested. PIO en route to the scene.”
Due to ongoing police activity, the following roads have been temporarily closed:
Montello Avenue between Mt. Olivet Road and Holbrook Terrace NE
West Virginia Avenue between Mt. Olivet Road and Holbrook Terrace NE
Fox 5 reports that at least five victims have been confirmed, though the total number of injured adults remains unclear. Authorities have not yet released details on their conditions.
The investigation is ongoing as police work to determine the motive behind the attack.