Crime

More Shots Fired in Columbia Heights, Four People Reportedly Injured

By Prince Of Petworth


14th and Columbia Road, NW

Readers started reporting around 9pm: “This time somewhere south of Euclid near 14th. Probably 15 to 20 shots fired in total.”

“About 15-20 bangs in 3 or so bursts, and then a car sped past my place on Columbia Rd. Cops congregating. Lots of sirens.”

“Gotta be around 30 cop cars within 2 blocks of this, and I keep hearing more coming. I haven’t seen any other emergency vehicles, but I might have missed an ambulance if it got there early.”

“I see at least 16 emergency vehicles, almost all police. I hear a lot of civilians screaming. This doesn’t sound good.”

“Don’t know what happened, but HUGE police turnout at 14th & Columbia in last 10 min. Art least 20 cars have rolled up, including a bunch of black & white SUVs which I don’t normally see.”

“15-20 rounds fired moments ago”

“4 people were shot. There was an issue with crowd control.”

From Alert DC: “MPD reports a road closure in the 1200 -1400 blocks of Columbia Rd NW between 13th St NW and 14th St NW, due to police activity. Please use alternate routes.”

Update from MPD: “The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1300 block of Columbia Rd NW. 3 adults and 1 juvenile have been transported to area hospitals with varying injuries to the lower body.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

Multiple Reports of Shots Fired around 14th and Euclid Street, NW. Large police presence present

By Prince Of Petworth

Readers started reporting at 5:25pm.

“just heard what sounded like rapid gunfire very close around 14th and Euclid.”

“We heard the same on 14/Clifton – multiple shots followed by loud squealing tires.”

“I heard what sounded like multiple gunshots. 15th and euclid”

“I live at 14 & Euclid and can confirm I heard the same shots. Lots of police car activity on the block in between 15th and 14th.” (more…)

Shooting at 9th and O Street, NW, Shots fired near Wangari Gardens

By Prince Of Petworth

Readers started reported just after 11:30pm: “sounded like shots fired on 9th NW between N and O. Police here near BP gas station”

“Live right behind bp station, heard three shots, yelling/screaming, speeding cars, and cops showed up within 2-3 min. Police look like they are looking for casings and the area is yellow taped”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1300 block of 9th Street NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a critical gunshot wound to the torso. (more…)

“The FBI is accepting tips and digital media depicting rioting and violence in the U.S. Capitol Building”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Joanna Hiatt Kim

Ed. Note: NPR reported: “Two pipe bombs left at the Republican National Committee and the Democratic National Committee were discovered by police and safely detonated, police said.

In a car on Capitol grounds, law enforcement found a drink cooler full of gasoline bombs and a long gun, Contee told reporters.

The FBI confirmed to NPR that the agency is involved in ongoing investigations and said, “two suspected explosive devices were rendered safe by the FBI and our law enforcement partners.”

From Mayor Bowser:

“The FBI is seeking information that will assist in identifying individuals who are actively instigating violence in Washington, DC. The FBI is accepting tips and digital media depicting rioting and violence in the U.S. Capitol Building on January 6, 2021: fbi.gov/USCapitol”

The FBI form says:

“The FBI is seeking information that will assist in identifying individuals who are actively instigating violence in Washington, DC. The FBI is accepting tips and digital media depicting rioting and violence in the U.S. Capitol Building and surrounding area in Washington, DC, on January 6, 2021. (more…)

Shooting around 4:40pm at 3rd and K St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Sheiny

It is unclear at this time if this has anything to do with the insurrection at the Capitol. This post will be updated when/if more information becomes available.

From MPD: “Alert: Shooting Investigation at 1636 hours in the 200 block of K St, NW. 1 suspect stopped.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911″

Readers reported: “Heard 5 quick gunshots and now there is one person on the ground holding himself. Police responded within about 120 seconds, corner of 3rd and I.”

“I’ve called 911 but shots were fired by 300 K ST NW @DCPoliceDept. I believe an ambulance is needed. Witnessing from my apartment window. Heard the shots.” (more…)

Reports That the D.C. National Guard on the way to the Capitol

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by DP 3:25pm

DP reports: “police escorting buses towards the capitol”

From the DC Council: “We understand that the request has subsequently been approved since we posted this online moments ago, but wanted to share it with you for the record.

DC COUNCIL STATEMENT ON DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE’S DENIAL OF DC’S NATIONAL GUARD DEPLOYMENT REQUEST

The District of Columbia Council issued the following statement today:

Today, the Department of Defense denied a request by Mayor Muriel Bowser to expand the responsibilities of the District of Columbia National Guard so that they would be authorized to protect and restore order at the Capitol Building. That request was denied.

The Council is in full support of the Mayor’s request. We are appalled that this fundamental request was denied. We urge the Department of Defense to reconsider their decision, and to allow the National Guard to restore safety and sanctity to the Capitol, the cornerstone of our Democracy.”


Photo by Elena (more…)

BREAKING: “Mayor Bowser Orders Citywide Curfew Beginning at 6PM Today”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser ordered a citywide curfew for the District of Columbia from 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, until 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 7.

During the hours of the curfew, no person, other than persons designated by the Mayor, shall walk, bike, run, loiter, stand, or motor by car or other mode of transport upon any street, alley, park, or other public place within the District.

The curfew imposed by the Mayor’s Order shall not apply to essential workers, including working media with their outlet-issued credentials, when engaged in essential functions, including travel to and from their essential work.”

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