Pit bull kidnapped in armed robbery in DC, police ask for public assistance

Stolen dog described by police as 5-month-old female pit bull mix

Washington, D.C.. police are requesting the public's assistance in locating a stolen dog in an armed robbery.

The robbery took place on Wednesday at approximately 10:30 p.m. in northeast D.C., according to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).

The suspect approached the owner and the dog, showed a handgun and demanded the dog. The owner gave the animal to the suspect.

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A pit bull (Metropolitan Police Department)

The suspect reportedly ran from the scene with the dog while the owner chased after them.

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The handgun was fired in the direction of the owner, and the suspect got away. No one was injured during the incident, police said.

Genesis, a 5-month-old pit bull, was stolen in Washington, D.C. (Metropolitan Police Department)

The dog stolen was a 5-month-old female pit bull mix named Genesis. She is brindle in color with a white spot on her chest.

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D.C. police requested that anyone with knowledge of this case to call 202-727-9099. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered to anyone who can help provide information.

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