WASHINGTON, D.C. — A routine fare evasion stop at Gallery Place Metro Station escalated into a serious incident Wednesday night after a man allegedly assaulted a Metro Transit Police officer, leading to his arrest and the recovery of a firearm.
According to the Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD), officers stopped the suspect after he entered the station without paying fare. The incident quickly developed when officers discovered the man had open warrants in Maryland and was carrying a handgun.
Suspect Identified as 20-Year-Old Zion Peters
Police have identified the suspect as Zion Peters, 20. Officials say Peters was initially stopped for fare evasion, but a check of his records revealed a warrant out of Hyattsville, Maryland, tied to a robbery and attempted murder investigation.
As officers attempted to detain him, Peters allegedly assaulted one of the officers before being taken into custody. During a search conducted after his arrest, police found a handgun concealed on his person.
Ongoing Investigation and Next Steps
MTPD has not yet released details on formal charges, a court appearance date, or whether Peters will be extradited to Maryland to face charges related to the Hyattsville warrant. It is also unclear if he has legal representation at this time…