4 suspects use fire extinguisher as distraction during attempted Chanel store robbery in DC

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Published  April 11, 2025 3:39pm EDT
FOX 5 DC

The Brief

    • Four suspects were taken into custody by D.C. police following an attempted robbery at the Chanel store. 
    • According to police, the suspects entered the store and deployed a fire extinguisher in an apparent attempt to cause a distraction as they obtained items. 
    • Police say no merchandise was taken. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Metropolitan Police Department took four suspects into custody following an attempted Chanel store robbery in D.C.

According to police, the suspects entered the store and deployed a fire extinguisher in an apparent attempt to cause a distraction as they obtained items. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon around 1:55 p.m. in the 900 block of I Street, Northwest.

There were no injuries and no merchandise was taken. 

This is a developing story that will be updated. Stay with FOX 5 DC for updates and more information.

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