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WASHINGTON – A 16-year-old Washington, D.C. resident has been indicted on multiple counts related to an August 2023 crime spree that left a trail of terror in its wake.
Zakyh Samuel, 16, of Washington, D.C., was charged as an adult by a grand jury in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia in a 16-count indictment. The charges stem from an August 24, 2023, crime spree throughout the District.
According to the government’s evidence, Samuel and his accomplices used a stolen burgundy Jeep Grand Cherokee to traverse around the District and prey on members of the community from about 1:30 a.m. to 5:15 a.m., flanking their victims, brandishing firearms, demanding property, and then fleeing, in each offense. DNA testing and surveillance footage later linked Samuel to the spree of offenses.
Samuel was charged with two counts of armed carjacking, five counts of armed robbery, and assault with intent to rob while armed, along with possession of a firearm during each of those crimes of violence. He was arraigned on May 31, 2024, before the Honorable Jason Park.
This case is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia is prosecuting the case.
‘An indictment is merely a formal charge that a defendant has committed a violation of criminal laws and every defendant is presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty,’ said U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves. ‘The safety of our community is our top priority, and we will continue to work tirelessly to hold accountable those who threaten it.’
The Metropolitan Police Department praised the community for their assistance in bringing Samuel to justice.
‘We are grateful for the help of the community in solving this case,’ said Chief Pamela Smith of the Metropolitan Police Department. ‘We will continue to work with our partners to ensure that our streets are safe for everyone.’
This case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of gun violence and the importance of community involvement in combating it.
Key Facts
- State: Washington DC
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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