Armed FBI agent’s carjacking in DC casts doubt on agency’s expertise

An FBI agent was the victim of a midday armed carjacking in the US capital, Washington, DC, authorities said.

The agent was driving a blue Chevy Malibu, which had its armor and radio on when he was pulled over, ABC News reported, citing sources.

The agent was not injured during the robbery.

The federal agent was reportedly attacked in a car at gunpoint on the east side of the Capitol near Lincoln Park around 3:45 p.m. Wednesday.

The victim immediately notified law enforcement of the incident, leading to the recovery of the vehicle in a different part of the city.

The FBI’s Washington DC field office is actively investigating the incident in cooperation with the DC Metropolitan Police Task Force.

While no specific details about the two suspects were immediately released, the vehicle was located about 25 minutes after the violent encounter.

The carjacking incident sheds light on an alarming trend in motor vehicle theft in Washington, DC, which has seen a staggering 93% increase compared to the same period last year, according to local authorities.

In response to an increase in carjackings, police are advising drivers to exercise caution by keeping doors locked and windows rolled up while driving in the District of Columbia.

To enhance personal safety, drivers are asked to maintain sufficient distance between vehicles, allowing flexibility in the event of potential danger.

Authorities have also warned against stopping to help strangers, stressing the importance of contacting the police for help.

Additionally, drivers are encouraged to use the center lane to make it more difficult for intruders to approach their vehicles, reflecting the city’s precautionary measures to address the growing threat of carjacking.