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- Arrest Made in Southeast Stabbing
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch and First District announce a woman has been arrested for a fatal stabbing that occurred in Southeast, DC.
On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at approximately 3:45 p.m., First District officers responded to a report of a stabbing in the 900 block of 5th Street, Southeast. They located an adult male victim suffering from stab wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital where, on Saturday, December 9, 2023, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
The victim has been identified as 71-year-old Charmaine Smith of Southeast, DC.
On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, 60-year-old Linda Archie of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault with Intent to Kill (Knife). Detectives are working with the United States Attorney’s Office to upgrade the charges.
- Statement from Chief Pamela A. Smith
A statement from Chief Pamela A. Smith, Metropolitan Police Department:
Earlier today, former Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Officer Charles Johnson was sentenced to 32 years in prison on multiple counts of first-degree sexual abuse with aggravating circumstances.
MPD condemns Charles Johnson’s actions, and we will not tolerate actions that compromise public trust. Our thoughts are with the survivor and their family and understand that this is difficult for all impacted.
MPD remains committed to transparency and accountability and appreciates the justice system for ensuring due process rights while prioritizing the safety and well-being of our community.
Johnson was placed on administrative leave at the time of his arrest in July 2022. He was terminated from the department in November 2023.