A reader writes:

“A pop DOWN! North Capitol and T Stret, NE.
Looks like a ditch was dug around the house, the basement deepened, and a walkout will be created.”

Wild, I wonder how the cost of building a pop down compares with building a pop up?

From MPD:

Early this morning, at approximately 3:00 AM, 3 suspects in a gray or silver Dodge approached 2 citizens with a gun in the 2300 block of Ontario Rd. NW, and demanded their money. One of the citizens resisted the demands by the suspects and was shot in the upper back by one of the suspects. All 3 suspects then fled in their vehicle northbound on Ontario Rd. NW. Nothing was obtained during the robbery. The injured citizen was taken to a local hospital where he is being treated for his injuries, and is considered to be in fair condition. The second citizen was not injured. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Third District Detective’s office on 202-673-6915 or 202-727-9099.

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@IAFF36 tweeted:

“Shooting (230am) – unit blk S St NE – male shot in head, treated & transported to trauma center, life threatening”

Update from MPD:

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting which occurred in the Unit block of S Street, Northeast.

On Saturday, May 18, 2013 at approximately 3:20 am, units from the Fifth District responded to the sound of gunshots report in the Unit block of S Street, Northeast. Upon their arrival, they located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Personnel from DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services transported the victim to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The decedent is identified as 21-year-old Dontel Price of Northeast, Washington, DC.

The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone that provides information which leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons wanted for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at (202) 727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.

The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect wanted in connection with a First Degree Sexual Assault and Burglary which occurred in the 1900 block of Lincoln Road, NE.

On Sunday, April 14, 2013, at approximately 3:45 am, an adult female received a knock at her door. Upon answering, an unknown male asked to use the telephone, at which time the victim agreed. Once inside, she was sexually assaulted by the suspect.

The suspect is described as a black male, 5’8” to 5’10” in height, dark complexion, short hair, with no facial hair. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, and khaki pants.

Anyone who has knowledge of this case, knows the identity of the suspect or sees him, should take no action, but should immediately call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.

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The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects wanted in connection with a First Degree Sexual Assault that occurred in the area of 21st and H Street, NE.

On Saturday, April 13, 2013, at approximately 1:55 am, an adult woman was walking in the area of 21st and H Street, NE when she was approached by an unknown group of males. One of the males grabbed and pulled the victim to another location where she was sexually assaulted by three unknown males. The descriptions of the suspects are as follows:

Suspect one: Black male, 5’0 to 5’5 in height, no facial hair, and in his 20s. He was last seen wearing an orange hoody, just above shoulder length dreads.
Suspect two: Black male, bald head, slim build, young in age.
Suspect three: Black male.

Anyone who has knowledge of this case, knows the identity of the suspects or sees them, should take no action, but should immediately call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.

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The Metropolitan Police Department has announced that an arrest has been made in the First Degree Sexual Assault that occurred in the 2600 Block of Georgia Avenue, NW.

On Saturday, April 13, 2013, at approximately 4:00 am, an adult female caught a cab to the 2600 Block of Georgia Avenue, NW. The cab driver had a male friend riding along with him. Once at the location, the male and the victim exited the cab. The suspect engaged the victim in brief conversation then grabbed and pulled her into a nearby alley, where he physically and sexually assaulted her. The victim screamed for help.

Members of the Third District responded to the scene and placed the suspect under arrest.

The suspect is identified as 35-year-old Mohammed Roble Suleiman of Alexandria, Va. He is charged with First Degree Sexual Assault.

This house is located at 226 Seaton Place, NE:

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The listing says:

“GREAT VICTORIAN HOME LOCATED IN THE FLOURISHING ECKINGTON COMMUNITY. ALL BRICK 3 LVL END UNIT FEATURES 4 BR, 2 BA, HIGH CEILINGS ON 1ST FLOOR, FIREPLACE, SEPARATE DINING W/ EXPOSED BRICK,BUILT IN BUFFET. SEPARATE FRONT ENTRANCE FOR BASEMENT. ORIGINAL FEATURES INCLUDE POCKET DOORS AND WOOD MOULDING”

You can see more photos here.

This 4 bed/2 bath is going for $450,000.

The Promise Bridge connecting Bloomingdale and Eckington has sprouted a few more locks – and a new sign too.

This house is located at 172 U St, NE:

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The listing says:

“ECKINGTON IS FIRE!! LOOK NO FURTHER,This 3 bdrm 3.5 Bath with 2 Master Suites is A MUST HAVE! Hwood-flrs on all 3 Lvl, Exposed Brick, Open Kitchen w/SS Appl, Granite Counter tops, Powder rm on the main Lvl, Fireplace w/granite mantel and stone finish,fenced yard w/deck, w/2nd deck off the master Suite, LL Fam/rm w/ Wet Bar, Multiple sky lights, W/Dryer on 2nd LVL..& soo much more”

You can see more photos here.

This 3 bed/3.5 bath is going for $599,500.

This rental is located at 219 T Street, NE:

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The listing says:

“Location, location, location!!! Beautifully updated condo is just a few minute’s walk to 2 Metros, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, shopping, and restaurants. The unit includes washer/dryer, Jacuzzi tub, extra storage, bike storage, and access to the roof top deck. Pets considered case by case. EZ 2 show!”

This 2 bed/ 1 bath is going for $1,700/Mo.

This rental is located at 330 Rhode Island Avenue, NE:

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The listing says:

“BUILDER’S MODELwhen this was new. Penthouse level, sunny two separate MBR with private baths.Washer/dryer in unit,bike storage.Pets welcome.Gas/water included in rent. Walk to NY Ave. METRO, shops, restaurants. Avail.Feb.1 EASY to show.”

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $1,895/Mo.

Dear PoPville,

I have a 1912 Wardman rowhome in Eckington, designed by Albert Beers, 10 minutes from Big Bear and Rustik, on the G8 and 80 bus routes, about 12 minutes from Rhode Island Ave Metro Station. We’ve renovated but have kept all of the original details like trim, built-ins and parqkay floors. The house is spacious, move in ready, with a large yard and two parking spaces. We’re thinking of selling, but the realtor thinks that no one’s interested in houses with original character, and recommends pricing it well below other updated homes that have open floor plans and no original details, because she assumes that someone’s going to want to do a major upgrade. Is she right? Is no one interested in a historically interesting home? If he’s wrong, does anyone know of a DC realtor who specializes in selling homes with original character that aren’t a top of line upgrade?

This rental is located at 31 Florida Avenue, NE:

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The listing says:

“Very Spacious four bedrooms two full and two half baths with a fully finished basement. In the newly rivatilized florida ave NE. Walk to shopping, Metro Bus and Train, Walk to Union Station and Capitol Hill, Walk to Bus Terminal and DC farmers Market. Priced to rent quickly. Dual Zone use.”

This 4 BD/2 Full, 2 Half BA is going for $2,800/Mo.