Arrest Made in Northwest D.C. Homicide
The Metropolitan Police Department has arrested Alan Maybin, 43, in connection with a homicide that occurred on New York Avenue Northwest. The victim was 18-year-old Darron Venable.
Washington, DC, November 3, 2026 —
The Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of Alan Maybin, 43, in connection with a homicide investigation. The incident occurred on New York Avenue Northwest. The victim has been identified as 18-year-old Darron Venable.
Authorities have not yet released specific details regarding the date of the homicide, the circumstances leading to the crime, or the precise location on New York Avenue Northwest where the incident took place. The Metropolitan Police Department is leading the investigation.
Alan Maybin was arrested in relation to the death of Darron Venable. The arrest was made by the Metropolitan Police Department. Further information concerning the timeline of events, the nature of the charges filed against Mr. Maybin, or any potential motive has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
The victim, Darron Venable, was 18 years old at the time of his death. Details about his background or any connection to Mr. Maybin were not provided in the initial report. The police department has not specified the exact date of the arrest or the victim’s date of death. Investigations into homicides are often complex and can involve multiple stages, including evidence gathering, witness interviews, and forensic analysis.
The sum of information available at this time confirms an arrest has been made by the Metropolitan Police Department in connection with a homicide on New York Avenue Northwest, with Alan Maybin identified as the arrested individual and Darron Venable as the victim. Details beyond these core facts are pending further official statements from the investigating authorities.
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