From MPD: “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District seek the public’s assistance in identifying a vehicle in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, in the 3000 block of 14th Street, Northwest (at Irving). (more…)



250 11th Street, NE at C Street. photo by Uncle Steve

Thanks to DCgrl for passing on the sad news, bringing out the good people: “this is the best darn corner store around and Sam is so lovely to neighbors and makes very kind donations to the local elementary school PTA too!!”

Uncle Steve wrote: “Sam is just the sweetest, kindest corner store owner, but this week, he got robbed and beat up a bit by a couple of teenagers. Nice to see the neighborhood come out and support him.”


From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects in connection with Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse offenses that occurred in the Third and Fifth Districts.

· On Thursday, November 4, 2021, at approximately 6:15 pm, the suspects, who were on a motorcycle, approached the victim in the 400 block of T Street, Northeast. (more…)


Sara writes: “On Friday night my catalytic converter was stolen from my Prius parked near 16 and U. I know this is a thing but wondering if it is happening to others in the area? Are people protecting their converters? Thanks!”

Unfortunately we got a report about this happening in February and again in September. One reader suggests anyone with a Prius “go buy a shield right now.”



via google maps

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Friday, November 12, 2021, in the Unit block of Florida Avenue, Northwest.

At approximately 4:44 pm, members of the Third District were flagged down in reference to an assault. Upon arrival, members located an adult female victim suffering from apparent stab wounds. (more…)


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