“Dear PoPville,

I had a package delivered to my apt near 3rd and Rhode Island in Shaw with some family heirlooms in it. Unfortunately it was stolen off the front porch before I had a chance to grab it. In it were 3 Japanese Kokeshi dolls amongst some other items like clothes and food. Thanks for your help.”

“This print was stolen from my mail yesterday at 16th and Columbia St NW”

Ed. Note: Please email [email protected] should you happen to come across these so I can connect you with OP.


From MPD:

“Arrest Made in an Armed Carjacking and an Officer Involved Shooting

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division, Agents from the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Internal Affairs Bureau, and members of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Washington Field Office are investigating an arrest made in an armed carjacking, burglary I and an officer involved shooting that occurred in the District. (more…)



via google maps

From MPD:

“On May 19, 2020, at approximately 12:15 am, Fourth District Units and United States Park Police Units, responded to Sherman Circle for a sound of gunshots. Upon their arrival, they located 1 adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was conscious and breathing, and was transported to an area hospital. The incident is currently under investigation by the United States Park Police.”


Thanks to Amani for sending:

“Hell of a way to wake up in Columbia Heights. My car has also been hit on my street (Oak St) by a UPS truck because they allow trucks thru in a narrow street with so much construction. The driver ripped off their plates and ran.”


From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch along with members of the ATF/DC Arson and Explosives Task Force, are investigating a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, in the 900 block of H Street, Northeast.

At approximately 1:08 am, members of the First District and members of DC Fire and EMS responded to the listed location for the report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, members located an adult male victim suffering from life-threatening thermal injuries. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. An investigation into the cause of the fire revealed it was intentionally set. On Friday, May 15, 2020, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 62 year-old Darryl Finney, of no fixed address. (more…)



a helicopter

Update: Thanks to those who passed on from MPD:

Woke up to a lot of queries about a huge police response on Georgia Ave starting just after 2am:

“did anyone just hear/see the 2 helicopters and dozens of police cars that just sped down Georgia Ave?”

“Saw about 20 cop cars heading from Silver Spring towards DC. Looks like a helicopter was in tow. Anybody know why?” (more…)


Thanks to Erin for sending: “Saw these lost bike flyers posted along 11th St. NW this morning (between Monroe and Park). Thought you could amplify it. Thanks!”


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