The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect following an assault with a dangerous weapon (knife) that occurred in Northwest.

On Sunday, October 11, 2026, at approximately 12:56 a.m., Third District officers responded to the 600 block of Florida Avenue, Northwest, for a report of an assault. The investigation revealed that after the suspect was denied entry into a business establishment, the suspect spat on and assaulted the victim. The suspect then brandished a knife and threatened to kill the victim before fleeing the location. Responding officers quickly located and arrested the suspect without incident. The victim sustained minor injuries.

29-year-old Quabanah Alijalon-Kittim Abdelaziz, of Northeast, D.C., was charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife), Simple Assault, and Felony Threats.

CCN: 26145533

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