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[PR] Arrest Made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) Offense: 4400 b/o Benning Road, NE

Friday, July 24, 2020

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Sixth District announce an arrest has been made in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, in the 4400 block of Benning Road, Northeast. 

At approximately 1:11 pm, members of the Sixth District responded to the listed location for the sound of gunshots. Upon arrival, a damaged vehicle with apparent gunshots was located. Additionally, it was revealed that subjects exchanged gunfire.  There were no injuries

On Friday, July 24, 2020, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 25 year-old Brandon Be'John Boykin, of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun). 

This case remains under investigation. 

 Anyone who has information in reference to this case should call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department's TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $10,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a violent crime committed in the District of Columbia.