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Props to the Cops – Robbery Arrest

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

On today’s date [May 31st] at approximately 5:06PM, First District personnel responded to the 1400 block of C Street, NE, in reference to a reported robbery. The investigation revealed that (3) subjects approached a citizen riding a bicycle from behind and began punching and kicking him about his body, eventually knocking him off of his bike. Thereafter, (3) subjects, described as black males, 5’6″, teens, white shirts, khaki pants, one with dreadlocks, robbed the victim of his bicycle and a cell phone, and fled eastbound in the block.

The victim, who refused medical treatment, sustained facial bruises as a result of the assault.

While canvassing for the suspects in the robbery, a First District officer was flagged down by a citizen and informed of a second robbery in the 1500 block of C Street, NE, that took place moments earlier. The victim in the second robbery reported while in the 1500 block of C Street, NE, he was approached by (3) subjects who began kicking and punching him, and then robbing him of a bicycle, cell phone, and U.S. Currency. The second victim was not injured.

As First District personnel were interviewing the victim, (2) suspects matching the description of the robbery suspects were observed in the block. One subject was riding the first victim’s bicycle, and the second suspect was following him on foot.

Both subjects were stopped and positively identified in reference to both robberies. The third suspect involved in this offense fled the area via Metro.

This case is currently being investigated by the First District Detectives Office.

Props to the Cops – “subject who had pointed a gun at a crowd of people” arrested, gun recovered

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From MPD re “Police Activity in the area of 900 K Street, NE”:

This evening [Thursday] at approximately 7:36PM, Sixth District officers engaged in a vehicular pursuit of a subject who had pointed a gun at a crowd of people from a burgundy vehicle in the 4200 block of Benning Road, Northeast. The pursuit terminated within the confines of the First District in the 900 block of 9 Street, Northeast, where the driver and two occupants bailed out of the vehicle. An immediate canvass by First District and Sixth District personnel, and the MPD K-9 unit led to the apprehension and arrest of all occupants of the vehicle, and the recovery of a firearm.

Stolen Kitten has been Found by MPD!

By Prince Of Petworth

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From Washington Humane Society:

Five days after her disappearance from the Washington Humane Society (WHS) New York Avenue Adoption Center, eight-week-old kitten, Callista, is safe and sound.

In the frenzy of a busy adoption day, Callista the kitten was stolen from the WHS adoption center located at 1201 New York Avenue, NE on Sunday, May 26. WHS released the story on Monday, May 27, and what followed was nothing short of amazing. The community responded in outrage, shocked that someone would think of committing such a crime, by helping to get the word out quickly about her theft.

At approximately 5:30 pm last night, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) came to Callista’s rescue, retrieving the kitten from a residential address in DC and promptly returning the kitten to WHS. MPD launched a thorough investigation after viewing video surveillance footage from the adoption center which documented suspicious activity in the area where she was housed. Callista’s case is now a matter for the courts. Additional information will be released as it is available for the public.

WHS is urging the courts to prosecute the offender to the fullest extent of the law.

“I couldn’t be more pleased with the Metropolitan Police Department. They took this case seriously for what it was, a theft and a criminal act,” Lisa LaFontaine, WHS President & CEO stated, adding, “We can rest easy knowing that Callista will continue to get the care she needs as she awaits adoption into a responsible and loving home. And our community can rest assured that all animals in our care are precious members of our family, regardless of size, species, or age – and we will do everything possible to protect them.”

And adopted she will be. Since the release of the story, WHS has received numerous calls from individuals interested in providing her with a safe and loving home.

Props to the Cops – Armed Robbery Apr. 24th, Arrest May 13th

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

On April 24, 2013, in the 800 Block of 9th Street NE, a citizen reported that he was approached by two individuals, one of which produced a weapon and stole money from him. There were no injuries reported.

Today (Monday) at approximately 12:01 PM, an Officer from PSA 104 was flagged down by the citizen who was robbed on April 24th, who spotted one of the suspect’s in the area of 8th and H Street NE. The officer immediately gave a description of the suspect and within moments the suspect was stopped by members of the First District Mountain Bike Unit. After an on scene investigation by Detective and Officers, the suspect was placed under arrest for Robbery.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at (202) 727-9099. Anonymous information may also be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging to 50411. Additionally, please call 911 if you observe suspicious persons or activities.

Props to the Cops – Four Arrested for Robbery at 9th and H Street, NE

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From MPD:

Last night at approximately 9:15 PM, officers from the First District received a report of a Robbery in the area of 9th and H Street NE. The complainant was walking in the block, when he was approached by a group of Juveniles, who assaulted him and stole his property. Officers were on the scene within moments and quickly broadcasted a lookout for the suspects. In the 1400 block of Maryland Avenue, Officers from the Powershift unit stopped several suspects. After an on scene investigation by First District Detectives and the Officers, four Juvenile suspects were placed under arrest for Robbery Force and Violence. The complainant sustained minor injuries.

Props to the Cops – Arrest Made in 2011 Homicide: 3000 Block of Sherman Avenue, NW

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From MPD:

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced an arrest in the triple shooting which resulted in a fatality that occurred in the 3000 block of Sherman Avenue, NW.

On Saturday, February 19, 2011, at approximately 7:00 pm, units from the Third District were dispatched to Sherman Avenue and Columbia Road NW to investigate the sounds of gunshots. Upon their arrival, three gunshot victims were located. A female victim was located in front of a residence in the 3000 block of Sherman Avenue, NW. Two adult male victims were located in the 700 block of Harvard Street, NW. Personnel from the DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services transported all three victims to local hospitals. The female victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 18-year-old Lucki Nancy Pannell of the 3000 block of Sherman Avenue, NW.

On Friday, April 26, 2013, at approximately 8:30 pm, 21-year-old Deangelo Williams of Northwest, DC was arrested by members of the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant charging him with First Degree Murder While Armed in the shooting death of Lucki Pannell.

Props to the Cops – Specifically 5D Officers Anselmo, Buck and Rosario

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

The Fifth Police District Command Staff, under the leadership and direction of Commander Solberg, wish to again share with you another example of the hard work, dedication and effort put forth by our Officers and Detectives protecting and serving you, our community.

Early this morning a radio run was dispatched for an Armed Robbery that had just occurred in the 2100 block of Queens Chapel Road NE, Washington, DC. Fifth District Officers and Detectives responded to the scene to investigate. Upon their arrival on the scene they interviewed a victim who reported that a Gold colored Chevy pulled up in front of him and individuals got out of the vehicle, three of which produced handguns and one a metal stick as they proceeded to searched him. Taken was his cell phone, wallet, check card, drivers license and approximately $120 dollars in US currency.

At approximately 12:19 AM a second Armed Robbery occurred in the 2700 block of Sherman Avenue NW, Washington, DC. Two victims reported that a Gold colored Chevy bearing DC registration pulled up and individuals emerged from the vehicle armed with handguns and demanded their property. Taken was approximately $60 dollars in US currency, a wallet, a cell phone and a bank card. The suspects drove away in the Gold colored Chevy and one of the suspects fired off one shot not taking effect.

At approximately 12:56 AM Fifth District Officers Anselmo, Buck and Rosario located the Gold colored Chevy and pursued this vehicle into the 3300 block of East Capitol Street NE where the vehicle came to an abrupt halt and all suspects bailed out, attempting to escape.

Three of these suspects were stopped and identified by the victims as those involved in the two Robberies. Victims also identified the Gold colored Chevy used as the get-a-way vehicle.

Search incident to arrest revealed 13 bags containing a white powdered substance field tested positive for cocaine base. Two handguns were also recovered, a metal baton and property taken in the Robberies.

All three Defendants were transported to the Fifth District for processing and members of the Fifth and Third District Detectives Units will be coordinating efforts with the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia concerning the prosecution of these dangerous individuals.

The significant arrests made by members of the Fifth Police District Patrol and Detective Units relating to these Armed Robberies are another example of the efforts made to relentlessly follow up on information, intelligence and look outs provided. It further reinforces our commitment to excellence and our commitment to serving you.

Props to the Cops – Attempted Robbery Arrest 14th and W St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD around 4pm:

A short time ago officers responded to a report of an attempted robbery in the area of 14th Street and W Street, NW. I citizen was walking at the location, when he was approached by the suspect who grabbed the citizen around his neck and demanded his money. The citizen yelled to call the police and the suspect fled the area on foot.

Plainclothes officers deployed in the area located the suspect and he was placed under arrest for assault with intent to rob.

Anyone with additional information related to this incident is asked to contact MPD at 202 727-9099.

Props to the Cops – Suspect Arrested in Kidnapping and Assault with Intent to Commit Sex Abuse in Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

The Metropolitan Police Department has announced today a suspect has been arrested in connection with a kidnapping and attempted sex assault.

On Monday, April 8, 2013, at approximately 4:04 am, an adult female was walking in the 2600 block of O Street, NW when she was approached from behind by an adult male who forced her to an area nearby and attempted to sexually assault her.

On Monday, April 8, 2013, Second District officers who were on patrol spotted and arrested 23 year-old Matthew Gabramadhin of Springfield, Virginia, charging him with Kidnapping and Assault with Intent to Commit First Degree Sex Abuse.


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“District Man Pleads Guilty to Armed Robbery, Admits Stealing Dog From Woman at Gunpoint”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

Christopher Young, 18, of Washington, D.C., has pled guilty to a charge of armed robbery stemming from an attack earlier this year in which he stole a dog from a woman at gunpoint, U.S. Attorney Ronald C. Machen Jr. announced today.

Young pled guilty on March 22, 2013 in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. The Honorable Robert I. Richter scheduled sentencing for May 20, 2013. The charge carries a statutory maximum of 30 years in prison.

According to the government’s evidence, on Jan. 5, 2013, at about 10:35 a.m., Young approached a woman who was walking her Yorkshire Terrier in the area of Fifth and Kennedy Streets NE. Young displayed a handgun and said, “Give me your dog. Yorkies cost a lot of money.” He then grabbed the victim’s dog and ran toward Chillum Place NE.

The victim, who yelled for help, noticed that Young dropped his phone on Kennedy Street directly next to where the dog’s leash had dropped. While Young continued running, the dog escaped and ran to its home. Officers with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) determined that the dropped phone belonged to Young, and learned that he had a GPS device on his ankle. Police obtained Young’s GPS records, which placed him directly in the area of 5th and Kennedy at the time of the robbery as well as in the flight path described by witnesses.

In announcing the plea, U.S. Attorney Machen commended those who investigated the case from the Metropolitan Police Department. He also acknowledged the efforts of those who worked on the case from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, including Paralegal Specialist Debra McPherson and Assistant U.S. Attorney Natalia Medina, who is prosecuting the case.

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