CRIME
DC Police Searching For Suspect Who Lit Man On Fire Near Capitol
Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department
Police in Washington, D.C., are searching for a suspect who allegedly lit another man on fire Monday afternoon near the U.S. Capitol.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department, a male suspect poured a liquid on the victim at around 3:05 p.m. Monday at the intersection of North Capitol Street and P Street Northwest. The suspect ignited the liquid, setting the victim on fire, then fled.
The victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries, police said.
The suspect was captured on a nearby surveillance camera, and police released his image to the public for assistance identifying him. In the photo, the suspect appears to be carrying an empty jar.
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or suspect to come forward or submit an anonymous tip.
TMX contributed to this article.
