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Video: DC gunpoint sex abuse suspect caught on camera, police say

By FOX 5 Digital Team
Published  November 24, 2021 12:24pm EST
Metropolitan Police Department
FOX 5 DC

DC gunpoint sex abuse suspect caught on surveillance video

A man suspected of sexually abusing a victim at gunpoint in Northwest D.C. was caught on surveillance video - and police are hoping you can help identify him.

WASHINGTON - DC police have released surveillance video of a man who they say held up a victim at gunpoint and demanded sexual contact.

The suspect reportedly approached the victim around 8:27 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 21 in the 1100 block of Park Road, Northwest.

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When the suspect drew his gun, the victim complied but then a fight broke out.

During the fight, the victim was able to break free and run away.

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The victim was taken to a local hospital and treated for what police described as minor injuries.

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If you can help police in their investigation, or if you can identify the man in the surveillance video, call (202) 727-9099 or text 50411.