Crime

About that police presence and helicopter around North Capitol/New York Ave Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


North Capitol St and M Street, NW

Update from MPD: “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, in the 1200 block of North Capitol Street, Northwest.

At approximately 10:48 pm, members of the First District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 28 year-old Shantal Hill, of Northwest, DC.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”

Readers started reporting around 11pm:

“3-4 shots and then 5-6”

“Gunshots on M Street & New York Ave in NoMa about 10 mins ago. Heavy police presence now”

“Just heard a rapid succession of 8 or 9 gunshots – N. Capitol and M. Then two cars crashed into each other at the same corner. Tons of police arriving now…” (more…)

“broke glass to the front door to an establishment and stole 2 bottles of whiskey”

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD: “At approximately 11:00 pm last night in the 500 block 8th St SE, an unknown suspect(s) broke glass to the front door to an establishment and stole 2 bottles of whiskey and fled. Suspect information is unknown. Anybody with information is encouraged to call the MPD tip line at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.”

Ed. Note: This follows yesterday’s report that Dio Wine Bar was robbed of wine on H Street, NE. We also subsequently learned that Bar Bullfrog was also robbed on H Street, NE that night.

“Thankfully neighbors saw it go down and were out to help in seconds.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Brandon VerVelde

Brandon reported: “mugging/assault on 1500 block of Constitution Ave NE. Three assailants fled on foot. Thankfully neighbors saw it go down and were out to help in seconds. 5+ squads and an ambulance”

From MPD: “The First District is currently investigating a robbery that occurred this evening at approximately 7:55 pm in the 1500 block of Constitution Ave NE. The victim reported that they were approached by several suspects, who began punching him in the face before taking his wallet. (more…)

“Beware of Thieves!”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I just wanted you to be aware and maybe post that folks should be careful with deliveries these days!
I usually have deliveries made to my office which is not an option right now.

A big Chewy box was taken off of our front porch the other day – and the contents emptied and then the people had the nerve to put it out at the recycle bin. (more…)

“someone broke their window with a rock and stole a bunch of wine”

By Prince Of Petworth


904 H Street, NE via Dio’s Facebook

Kelsey reports: “I saw on Dio’s Wine Bar that someone broke their window with a rock and stole a bunch of wine. Just like many in DC, they are trying to stay afloat and keep employees paid, and this is probably a big hit for them. Thought maybe you could post it in case anyone saw anything, and also a reminder that Dio has been operating as a wine shop, and will continue to do deliveries and pick ups, and has a go fund me going.” (more…)

Shooting Homicide in Brightwood Park; Carjacking on Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

Readers reported: “Just heard what sounded like 6-7 gunshots, a pause, and then 6-7 more in response.”

Update from MPD: “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, April 13, 2020, in the 700 block of Longfellow Street, Northwest.

At approximately 11:20 pm, members of the Fourth District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious adult male, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 25 year-old Clarence Skrine, of Northwest, DC.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”


via google maps

From MPD:

“The First District is currently investigating a carjacking that occurred last night at approximately 10:23 PM in the 400 block of 10th Street NE. (more…)

Triple Shooting in Stronghold Last Night (Sat.)

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Fifth District is investigating a shooting that occurred on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at approximately 11:11 PM in the Unit block of Bryant Street, NE.

Fifth District officers responded to the location for the report of sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival on the scene, three adult male victims were located, suffering from gunshot wounds. (more…)

“An unknown suspect stabbed a victim several times at approximately 1:14 am” Reportedly a 60 year old woman inside an apartment

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The First District detective’s office is currently investigating an assault with intent to kill which occurred in the 400 block of M St SE. An unknown suspect stabbed a victim several times at approximately 1:14 am on today’s date. The suspect information is unknown.

Anybody with information is asked to call the MPD tip line at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.”

Alan Henney reported:

“4th St and M St SE-DC in the Capitol Riverfront Neighborhood. Approx. 60yr-old woman beaten in the head and stabbed in the torso inside an apartment. She has been taken to a trauma center with fair vitals while police investigate.”

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