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Arrest Made in LeDroit Park Case where a Man was allegedly Intentionally Hit by the Driver of a Car and Killed

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch announced an arrest has been made in reference to a homicide that occurred on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, in the 1900 block of 4th Street, Northwest.

At approximately 1:45 am, the suspect and victim were involved in a verbal altercation at the listed location. During the altercation, the suspect intentionally struck the victim with his vehicle. The suspect then fled the scene. The victim sustained life treating injuries and was transported to an area hospital for treatment. (more…)

Arrest made “in reference to a Kidnapping offense” near Lincoln Park

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division announced an arrest has been made in reference to a Kidnapping offense that occurred on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, in the 1300 block of Constitution Avenue, Northeast.

At approximately 11:33 pm, two suspects approached the victim, inside of a residence, at the listed location. The suspects restrained the victim and assaulted him. The suspects took property from the victim and fled the scene.

On Monday, January 28, 2019, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 19-year-old Fatima Kabia, of Northeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Kidnapping.

This case remains under investigation.”

“D.C. Man Arrested for Felony Dog Fighting. 12 dogs, and one American alligator were seized in the case.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Human Rescue Alliance:

“Jaquan Jackson of Washington, DC, was arrested yesterday on a warrant obtained by Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) Humane Law Enforcement Officers and charged with felony animal fighting. Mr. Jackson turned himself in to the Metropolitan Police Department upon learning of the warrant. Other charges will be presented to a Grand Jury. 12 dogs, and one American alligator were seized in the case.

“Organized dog fighting is barbaric,” said Lisa LaFontaine, President and CEO of HRA. “The pain and suffering these animals endured was excruciating and to think that it was all for entertainment is repulsive. I commend the diligence of our Field Services staff who pursued this case with vigor.”

On June 11, 2018, Officers responded to a call about a dog that was actively hanging itself from a chain. When the Officers arrived, they found the dog was deceased, hanging over the fence. The dog was also observed to have scarring around its muzzle and forelimbs, consistent with organized dog fighting. (more…)

“Recent Prostitution Arrests in Petworth”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Kyle

From MPD:

“The 4th District continues to work on issues of concern in the Petworth neighborhood and would like to report 7 recent arrests for prostitution in conjunction with a focused operation in that area. These arrests focus on the tandem concerns of the criminality of prostitution and the issue of human trafficking.“

16 and 17 Year Old Arrested in Connection with the Assault and Attempted Carjacking of a 69 Year Old Dog Walker in Columbia Heights ALSO Charged with the Robbery where Victim Broke Her Leg after Being Pushed Down a Stairwell

By Prince Of Petworth


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Ed. Note: MPD tells me “This arrest was made possible due to the help from the community. We certainly appreciate it.” These suspects were also charged with the violent robbery and assault where a woman was pushed down a stairwell after being robbed resulting in a broken leg.

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District have announced two arrests have been made in reference to an Armed Carjacking offense that occurred on Thursday, January 17, 2019, in the 1400 block of Euclid Street, Northwest.

At approximately 1:12 pm, two suspects approached the victim, while she was at her vehicle, at the listed location. The first suspect assaulted the victim while the second suspect entered the victim’s vehicle. After the assault, the first suspect also entered the victim’s vehicle. The suspects were unsuccessful in taking the victim’s vehicle. Both suspects took the victim’s property from the vehicle then fled the scene on foot.

On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 16-year-old Kaveyon Andrews, of Northeast, DC, and pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 17-year-old Thadduse Hartridge, of Southeast, DC, were both arrested and charged as adults with Assault with Intent to Rob while Armed and Armed Carjacking.

As a result of the detectives’ investigation, Andrews and Hartridge were charged in two other robbery offenses that occurred in the Third District. (more…)

About that Helicopter in Hill East Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“I just wanted to take a moment to let everyone know that last night First District Units assisted the Narcotics and Special Investigations Division, Sixth District, and Helicopter Branch with the pursuit a vehicle wanted in multiple robberies. At approximately 2229 hours, the vehicle came into the First District from the East Capitol Street Bridge before ending up in the 1600 block of Massachusetts Ave SE. All four juvenile suspects fled from the vehicle, but were quickly apprehended. The suspects were arrested for at least six (6) robberies, carjackings, and attempt robberies all of which occurred yesterday in the 4th, 5th, and 6th Districts as well as Prince George’s County. Fortunately, no one was injured and no property was damaged during this pursuit and apprehension. Have a great day.”

Another reader sends: “Captured the final foot chase on video. Gotta hand it to the police!”

Suspect who allegedly racially harassed and threatened to shoot a crossing guard arrested

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“We wanted to inform the citizens of the Second District that an arrest has been made from that unfortunate incident on August 27, 2018 at LaFayette Elementary school located at 5701 Broad Branch Rd NW, in which one of our hard working crossing guards was racially harassed and threatened by a suspect who is now behind bars at the Metropolitan Police Department.

We thank the citizens of the District of Columbia for their outstanding help and patience with putting this criminal behind bars. Have a safe and wonderful evening!”

Unfortunately there was another unsettling aspect of this incident reported by the Washington Post:

“An operator at the District’s 911 center failed to send police Monday afternoon when a parent at an elementary school in Northwest Washington called to report a man outside the building threatening to shoot, according to a city spokeswoman.”

“Metro Transit Police arrest D.C. shooting suspect at Gallery Place Station”

By Prince Of Petworth

From WMATA:

“Metro Transit Police officers on routine patrol at Gallery Place Station this morning spotted a suspect in a Northwest DC shooting that occurred yesterday evening. The suspect was taken into custody after jumping onto the Green/Yellow line tracks, causing rush-hour delays for hundreds of riders. A semiautomatic handgun was recovered at the scene.

The suspect was sought in connection with a shooting, investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department, that occurred in the 200 block of D Street NW (MPD Event # I20180425414). MPD described the shooter as a “black male, bushy top, grey t-shirt, armed with a gun.” Within minutes of the shooting, using the lookout from MPD, digital video technicians at the Metro Transit Police Security Operations Control Center discovered that an individual matching the suspect description had entered the nearby Judiciary Square Metro Station shortly after the shooting. The suspect’s photo was shared with officers from both police departments. (more…)

“MPD Mountain Bike unit observed an adult male suspect run up behind an adult male victim and punch him in the back of the head” Arrest Made

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“On February 22, 2018 at approximately 12:43 A.M. in the 3600 block of New Hampshire Avenue NW, an MPD Mountain Bike unit observed an adult male suspect run up behind an adult male victim and punch him in the back of the head, causing him to fall. The suspect stated, “give me your wallet” and then removed a wallet from the victim’s pocket. Our MPD mountain bike unit quickly approached and grabbed the suspect and took him to the ground to detain him, immediately placing him under arrest. The victim sustained a minor cut to his lip and was treated on the scene by medics. The victim’s property was recovered.

Great job on the part of the mountain bike officer for actively patrolling on the beat and removing a violent criminal from the streets, thereby enhancing public safety.”

“The victim, who is a vulnerable adult, visited the suspect to receive psychic readings”

By Prince Of Petworth


800 block of 6th Street, NW

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Financial Crimes Unit announced an arrest has been made in reference to a Financial Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult offense that occurred between November 1, 2017 and December 8, 2017, in the 800 block of 6th Street, Northwest.

The victim, who is a vulnerable adult, visited the suspect to receive psychic readings at the listed location. During the listed time period, the suspect exploited funds and property from the victim.

On Friday, January 26, 2018, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, members of the Criminal Apprehension Unit arrested 43 year-old Lizabeth Stevens, of Northwest, DC, and charged her with Financial Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult.”

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