Suspect Arrested in Fort Washington Triple Stabbing


Philip Harrington, 33, of 22nd Street in Southeast, DC. (Booking photo) Philip Harrington, 33, of 22nd Street in Southeast, DC. (Booking photo)

FORT WASHINGTON, Md. (April 4, 2016)—The Prince George's County Police Department charged a suspect in connection with a triple stabbing at a Fort Washington club early Monday morning. The suspect is 33-year-old Philip Harrington of 22nd Street in Southeast, DC.

Harrington is charged with stabbing three men inside of the business in the 700 block of Cady Drive around 2:00 am. The victims' injuries are not considered life-threatening. Two of the victims are expected to be released this evening.

The preliminary investigation reveals Harrington stabbed two other patrons during a fight. He also stabbed a security guard who tried to break up the fight. Harrington was arrested outside of the business.

Harrington is charged with three counts of first and second degree assault.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Prince George's County Police Department's Regional Investigations Division Southern Region at 301-749-5064. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text "PGPD plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

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