The Metropolitan Police Department is on the hunt for a burglar who hit a 14th Street business last week, officials said Monday. The burglary occurred in the early hours of May 1, when an unidentified suspect broke into an establishment on the 1900 block of 14th Street NW, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

The incident, which took place shortly before 1 a.m., involved the suspect entering the manager’s office and making off with an undisclosed sum of money, before fleeing the scene. Detectives from the Third District are now appealing to the public for assistance to identify the culprit. Carrying out the burglary, the authorities released a plea for help in nailing down the suspect.

No information regarding the amount of money stolen has been released, nor were details about how the perpetrator gained access to the office provided. The Metropolitan Police Department’s request for community aid is a testament to the challenges faced by law enforcement in dealing with such property crimes, which often lack witnesses or sufficient surveillance footage to easily apprehend those responsible.

Anybody with information is encouraged to come forward, as even the smallest detail could prove pivotal in bringing the burglar to justice. The Metropolitan Police have not yet described the suspect. However, shedding light on this incident, the community plays a vital role in deterring future burglaries by aiding the police in their investigation.

The Metropolitan Police Department continues to work with local businesses to strengthen security measures and prevent future incidents of this nature. In the meantime, the department urges residents and establishments alike to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly. As of now, the search continues, and updates will be given as the investigation progresses.