Man Arrested for Allegedly Carrying Handgun in Columbia Heights

A man was arrested for allegedly carrying a handgun in Columbia Heights around 12:30 a.m., say D.C. Police.

According to the police report, a resident called police after spotting a gun-wielding man walking near the intersection of 15th Street and Columbia Road NW. Officers then searched the area and stopped a man who fit the description of the suspect.

Authorities arrested Jose Costanza, 18, in connection with the incident after recovering a handgun.