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Metro plans full-scale security exercise at Capitol South Station, Sunday (Sept. 17)

By Prince Of Petworth

From WMATA:

“Metro Transit Police in coordination with U.S. Capitol Police will conduct a full-scale law enforcement exercise on Sunday, Sept. 17, at the Capitol South Station. The exercise will simulate a real-life security threat to test operational coordination, communications, and response between law enforcement agencies.

During this time, the Capitol South Station will be closed from opening until approximately 2 p.m. Free shuttle buses will replace trains between Eastern Market and Federal Center SW. (more…)

Update: All clear now. Another Bomb Threat Reported This Time at Saint Matthews Cathedral

By Prince Of Petworth


1725 Rhode Island Ave, NW

Update: All clear now!

Thanks to James for sending at 3:50pm: “Rhode Island Ave is closed off between Conn Ave & 17th St NW due to a bomb threat at Saint Matthews Cathedral”

Earlier today there was a bomb threat at the zoo which has since been reported all clear. Updates as more is learned about Saint Matthews Cathedral.

“Juvenile curfew enforcement will focus on 7 key areas.”

By Prince Of Petworth


“Correction: juvenile curfew enforcement applies to anyone under the age of 17.”

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Juvenile curfew enforcement will focus on 7 key areas. Youth will be brought to Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), where the agency will connect with the youth and their families to proactively engage them and offer rehabilitative services and supports.” (more…)

Developing: Police Close P Street in Dupont – Update: Reader reports cyclist hit by car

By Prince Of Petworth

Lots of folks have been asking: “Do you have any news on what happened between 17th and DuPont Circle on P? Police blocked off all entrances to that area with cars and tape”

“why P Street NW, between 17th and 18th is closed? Even giving pedestrians grief, so maybe it’s some kind of security thing?”

ss comments:”It was a hit and run. Bicyclist killed by car around 3am. I live on the block and spoke to a police officer.”

Anyone hear anything? Will update as we learn more.

“Road Rage Incident with off-duty police officer in Capitol Hill”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

There was quite the scene tonight (Sunday) in Capitol Hill neighborhood, and an off-duty police officer was the instigator.

A lady was crossing East Capitol right across the street from the west side of Lincoln Park next to Wine and Butter Cafe. She started walking when the street sign said Don’t Walk and a guy pulled up in a Tesla dual-motor Model Y or Model S, stopped right in front of her, laid on his horn, and started screaming obscenities at her. He did not remove his hand from the horn and honked for the entire altercation which was probably about 4-5 minutes. (more…)

“Mayor Bowser Names Pamela Smith Chief of Police at the Metropolitan Police Department, Smith Becomes the First African American Woman Named Permanent Chief of MPD”

By Prince Of Petworth


via MPD

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that she has named Pamela A. Smith as the next Chief of Police at the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). Smith has over 25 years of law enforcement experience, including serving as the Chief of Police for the United States Park Police in Washington, DC. During her service at the U.S. Park Police, Smith served in major city field offices across the United States, including San Francisco, New York, Atlanta, and Washington, DC. After retiring from the U.S. Park Police, Smith joined MPD in May 2022 as the department’s first Chief Equity Officer, assigned to the Executive Office of the Chief of Police. She made a significant impact in a brief time span and in April 2023, was promoted to the Assistant Chief of Police, Homeland Security Bureau where she leads the operational and administrative functions of the Special Operations Division, Joint Strategic & Tactical Analysis Command Center, and the Office of Intelligence. (more…)

“Mayor Bowser Announces Ashan Benedict as Interim Chief of Police”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that she has named Ashan M. Benedict as the interim Chief of Police at the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). Chief Benedict has served as the Executive Assistant Chief of Police at MPD since April 2021 when he was appointed by Chief Contee. As the Executive Officer of the MPD, he has been responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the department. (more…)

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