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Props to the Cops – More Package Thief Arrests

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD yesterday:

“Earlier today, officers assigned to the Third District were patrolling within PSA 305 with an added emphasis on combatting theft of packages within the Third District. As the officers entered the 800 block of T Street, NW, they observed packages that had recently been delivered to a residence in the block. The officers set up an observation post in the vicinity so they could conduct surveillance of the packages and the residence. A short time later, the officers observed a subject remove the packages from the porch and walk away; the individual was stopped a short distance away and found to be in possession of various packages. The officers were able to locate three different complainants and make an arrest.

If anyone has any additional information regarding this matter, they are encouraged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department on (202) 727-9099.”

And on Wednesday:

“Earlier today, members of the Third District received a call for a subject in 600 block of Kenyon Street, NW, who was acting suspiciously by going on the front porches of residences in the block. The officers, who are assigned the additional task of combating stolen packages in the Third District, monitored the call and responded to the area. Utilizing the lookout provided, the members canvassed the area and observed a subject matching the description. The officers also canvassed the immediate area and located an empty box with the shipping label still affixed. After contacting the intended recipient of the package, the officers were able to link the subject to the package’s contents and place him under arrest. This is yet another example of the community and the Metropolitan Police Department working together to solve crime issues in the District of Columbia.”

Props to Metro Transit Police – Overall crime rate down by 31% in 1st Quarter of 2014

By Prince Of Petworth

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From WMATA:

“Metro’s security report for the first quarter of 2014 shows the overall crime rate is down by 31 percent, driven primarily by a significant reduction of three major crimes: robberies, snatches of electronic devices, and bicycle thefts. The report will be presented this morning to the Metro Board Safety & Security Committee by Metro Transit Police (MTPD) Chief Ron Pavlik.

Among the highlights:
• Snatches of electronic devices were reduced by 42 percent (137 to 79 crimes) in the first quarter, as compared to the same period last year.
• Bicycle thefts were reduced by more than half (56 percent), from 45 crimes in the first quarter of 2013 to 20 stolen bicycles this year. The reduction is credited to increased customer awareness, prevention programs including free U-lock giveaways, online bike registration, improved intelligence sharing, and undercover investigations.
• A 55 percent reduction in robbery (121 to 55 crimes).”

You can read the full report here:

Metro_Security_Report (PDF)

Arrest Made in Case Where Man Beaten, Robbed and Killed by Eastern Market Metro

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced that an arrest has been made in the homicide which occurred in the 400 block of 8th Street, Southeast.

On Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at approximately 12:50 am, members of the First District responded to a call for an assault in the 400 block of 8th Street, Southeast. Upon their arrival, they located an adult male with abrasions and swelling to his face. He was transported to a local hospital where he was treated, but subsequently succumbed to his injuries. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined the cause of death to be blunt force trauma and the manner to be homicide.

The decedent is identified as 60-year-old Carlton Coltrane of Southeast, DC was pronounced dead on the afternoon of Friday, May 9, 2014.

On Thursday, May 15, 2014, at approximately 1:10 pm, 42 year-old Zerrick Brown of Northwest, Washington, DC, was arrested by members of the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force, pursuant to a District of Columbia Superior Court arrest warrant charging him with First Degree Felony Murder in the homicide of Carlton Coltrane.”

Props to the Cops – Arrest Made in Scooterjacking Robbery in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“On May 9th, 2014, at approximately 10:04 P.M., police officers from the Third District were dispatched to a 911 call for a robbery at Marion Street and Rhode Island Avenue, NW. Once on the scene, the officers located the victim, who advised that she was sitting on her motor scooter when a young male ran up and pushed her off of the scooter. The suspect was joined shortly after by another male. Both suspects jumped on the scooter and fled eastbound from the location. The suspects escaped with the victim’s scooter and her purse. A lookout was provided to police units citywide.

Approximately 15 minutes later, officers assigned to the Department’s Sixth District spotted the suspects riding on the victim’s scooter on Benning Road, SE. The suspects were stopped and apprehended without incident. Both individuals were arrested for Robbery Force and Violence, and the victim’s scooter and purse were recovered. After their arrests, the defendants reported that they were both juveniles.”

Man Shot near Mt. Vernon Square Metro, Arrest Made, 2 Guns Recovered

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“At approximately 1:50 a.m., units from the Third District received multiple calls for the sounds of gunshots in the 1200 block of 7th Street, NW. Units immediately responded to the location and observed one male fleeing the location on foot. After a brief foot pursuit the units were able to make an apprehension. The units were also able to recover two handguns. Shortly after the subject was stopped, members of the Third District received a call from Metro Transit Police in reference to a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Metropolitan Police Department on (202) 727-9099.”

Ed. Note: @DCPoliceDept also tweeted “3D Shooting-0213 Hrs-7th & R Street NW” not clear if these incidents are related.

Arrest Made in Sexual Assault of a Juvenile in Glover Park

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department has announced an arrest has been made in the sexual assault of a juvenile which was reported on Friday, May 2, 2014 in the Glover Park area in Northwest, DC.

On Wednesday, May 7, 2014, members from the Youth Investigations Division obtained a District of Columbia Superior Court arrest warrant for 37-year-old, Juan Manuel Flores of Alexandria, VA, charging him with First Degree Child Sexual Abuse. Officers from the Alexandria Police Department arrested Juan Flores in the 1400 block of North Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA.”

Scammer Selling Fake Wizards Playoff Tickets Arrested – Heads Up for others like Him

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Just wanted to let you know about a fraud case I was involved in earlier today. I met someone from Craigslist at 1pm and purchased two tickets to Friday nights Wizards game. I met the kid at the foggy bottom metro station. As I was walking back to the office, I realized that I had been scammed. So I emailed him from a different email account and pretended to be a different person. He agreed to sell me the exact same tickets that I had just bought. So I called the police and officer G Burgess came and met me. Then we got a plain clothes officer to meet us and they arrested him. The guy is 17 years old and going to be tried as a juvenile. He was taken to juvenile processing.

Apparently, he handed off the $300 I gave him immediately after I paid him. So by the time he was arrested, he didn’t have the money. Here are pictures of what the tickets look like that he sold me.

Someone has now posted a warning message letting people know that they ONLY have electronic tickets to the playoff games and that anyone who tries to sell hard tickets is scamming you.

Craigslist Ads examples (PDF) all from same person.”

Heads up to others buying tickets off Craigslist.

Arrest Made in Shooting at the National Zoo

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announced today an arrest has made in connection to the shooting that occurred in the 3000 Block of Connecticut Avenue, NW

On Monday, April 21, 2014, at approximately 5:17 pm, an individual fired a handgun multiple times outside of the zoo striking two individuals who suffered non-life threatening injuries. An in-depth investigation has indicated that a lone gunman was responsible for this offense.

On Saturday, May 03, 2014, Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department arrested a 14-year-old juvenile male from Southwest, DC and charged him with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun).

Today’s arrest demonstrates the ongoing commitment of the dedicated men and woman of the Metropolitan Police Department and its partners in law enforcement to aggressively pursue these types of crimes. Gun violence in our city is unacceptable. As a team, we will continue to methodically investigate these types of crimes and protect our city. Particular to this arrest, the use of firearms in a violent act will not be tolerated in the District of Columbia. The Metropolitan Police Department has worked tirelessly on this matter to ensure the perpetrator would be apprehended and were assisted by the Metro-Transit Police, the Zoo Police, Prince George’s County PD, several other government agencies, and citizens. The Metropolitan Police Department along with the close cooperation of its citizens will not relent in bringing to justice those who wield illegal guns and carelessly risk the public’s safety. This arrest should serve as a reminder to criminals that law enforcement will continue to pursue individuals engaged in violent criminal activity.”

Arrest Made in 2013 Homicide: 2700 Block of Georgia Avenue, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced that an arrest has been made in the homicide which occurred in the 2700 block of Georgia Avenue, NW.

On Saturday, January 19, 2013, at approximately 2:28 am, units from the Third District responded to the 2700 block of Georgia Avenue, NW for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male lying on the ground suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services transported the victim to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The decedent is identified as 44-year-old Tracy McFadden of Northeast, Washington, DC.

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at approximately 11:40 am, 30-year-old Antonio Hester of Northwest, Washington, DC, was arrested by members of the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force, pursuant to a District of Columbia Superior Court arrest warrant charging him with First Degree Murder While Armed in connection to the death of Tracy McFadden.”

Props to the Cops – Arrest Made in Kidnapping Sexual Assault Case from the in the 1500 block of Meridian Place, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department has announced an arrest has been made in connection with a kidnapping, sexual assault and robbery which occurred in the 1500 block of Meridian Place, NW.

On Monday, May 6, 2013, at approximately 1:00 am, a female and a male were sitting in a vehicle in the 1500 block of Meridian Place, NW, when they were approached by two unknown males who produced handguns and forced them out of the vehicle. The male victim was assaulted at that location and the female victim was taken to the 1400 block of Oak Street, NW, where she was sexually assaulted. Both victims were robbed of property.

On Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 23 year-old Ryan Ramotar of Northeast, DC was arrested and charged with First Degree Sexual Abuse while Armed.”

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