Crime

MPD “announces the arrest of three suspects (15 year old and two 16 year olds) involved in an assault that occurred at the Chipotle in Navy Yard.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of three suspects involved in an assault that occurred at the Chipotle in Navy Yard.

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 8:41 p.m., the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) received a call for a large fight inside of the Chipotle in the 1200 block of First Street, SE. MPD members were already deployed in the area to monitor a large group and arrived on scene within one minute of the call. The officers were advised that the individuals involved in the fight had already fled the location. Witnesses reported one group of juveniles were inside of the establishment when another group entered, and a fight broke out immediately. Both groups fled prior to the officer’s arrival. No injuries were reported.

On June 10, 2026, pursuant to a DC Superior Court custody order, a 15-year-old male, (more…)

Man Shot 7:18 p.m. Monday Night near the Banneker Swimming Pool/Basketball Courts/Rec Center

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On Monday, June 8, 2026, at approximately 7:18 p.m., Third District officers responded to the 2500 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, conscious and breathing, suffering from a gunshot wound. The description of the suspect is a black male, wearing a white tank top, black pants, and a black hat. Anyone with information is urged to call 202-727-9099 or text 50411.”

Full narrative from MPD: (more…)

Police Investigating Shooting Homicide in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Northwest.

On Sunday, June 7th, 2026, at approximately 2:17 a.m., Third District officers responded to the 1300 block of 6th Street, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male conscious and breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the incident and transported the adult male victim in critical condition to a local hospital. Despite all lifesaving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. (more…)

MPD makes arrest in Shooting (6:18pm, May 17th) near Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect involved in a shooting that occurred in Northwest.

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at approximately 6:18 p.m., Third District officers responded to the report of the sounds of gunshots in the 2600 block of 15th Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, officers located property damage and no reported victims. The detectives’ investigation revealed that the shooting occurred inside of a residence at the location. (more…)

Shooting in Petworth around 6pm

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader reports from Petworth around 6pm (Thursday):

“Huge police response north of Sherman Circle… At least 10-12 shots fired. 2 kids shot.”

From AlertDC:

“Alert: MPD Units are investigating a Shooting in the 1300 block of Emerson Street, NW. (more…)

15-year-old arrested and charged in the Triple Shooting that occurred in Truxton Circle April 28th

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announces the arrest of a suspect in a shooting that left three victims injured in Northwest.

On April 28, 2026, at approximately 7:07 p.m., Third District officers responded to the report of a shooting in the 400 block of N Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, officers located two men suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded and transported both men to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. A third victim, a male child suffering from a gunshot wound, was transported by family members to an area hospital where they received treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

On May 22, 2026, (more…)

“Mayor Bowser Reinstates Limited Juvenile Curfew Under New Emergency Order”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, in order to protect the public peace and preserve the safety of the community, Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a public emergency, allowing her to impose earlier juvenile curfew hours on weekends, extend the juvenile curfew to 17-year-olds, empower the Chief of Police of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to declare extended juvenile curfew zones in particular areas, and implement various emergency measures.

All youth under the age of 18 are subject to a curfew that begins today on May 22, 2026, and every night thereafter, until the expiration of this declared emergency, with the same responsibilities and excepted activities as provided for in the Juvenile Curfew Act of 1995. The emergency is in effect through Saturday, June 6, 2026. (more…)

“Suspect and Dog Sought in Robbery”

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: Based on the title I initially thought the dog was somehow involved in the robbery. Still messed up. Keep your eyes peeled for the stolen dog, Zen.

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in locating a dog taken during a robbery in Southeast.

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a suspect approached the victim and snatched the dog’s leash from the victim at the intersection of 14th and T Streets, Southeast. (more…)

MPD Releases Photos of Suspect who Smashed Georgetown Cupcake’s Window with a Keg, Also Damaged Another Property in April

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect in two Destruction of Property offenses that occurred in Northwest.

• On Friday, April 24, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., the suspect approached a business in the 1900 block of M Street, Northwest. The suspect damaged property and then fled the scene. CCN: 26054307

• On Monday, May 18, 2026, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the suspect approached a business in the 3300 block of M Street, Northwest. The suspect threw a keg through the front window of the business and then fled the scene. CCN: 26066979

The suspect was captured by a surveillance camera and can be seen in the following photos: (more…)

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