Crime

“one of the kids yelled “THE F*** YOU LOOKING AT” then punched me in the face”

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader reports: “Just want to warn folks about a group of young males (maybe 10-12) on JUMP Bikes accosting people South of H ST NE & West of Kingsman Park. I was driving Tuesday (3/17) down 14th ST NE when I came to the stop sign (F ST NE) where they were stopped on the corner at 3:34pm. My window was rolled down and one of the kids yelled “THE F*** YOU LOOKING AT” then punched me in the face. Filed a police report but MPD said these guys have been wreaking havoc all week. If everyone could keep an eye out & stay safe out there!”

Shots Fired in Shaw, Shooting in Petworth (arrest made), Shooting in Benning

By Prince Of Petworth


5th and P Street, NW

VJ first reported at 9pm: “just heard about 10 rounds of gun fire in Shaw?”

Many others confirmed hearing the shots and Will captured the scene above noting a man was placed into custody. Since I didn’t see any official MPD reports apparently, fortunately, nobody was hit by the gunfire.

Earlier around 8:10pm MPD reported: “Alert: MPD is on the scene of a confirmed Shooting in the 3900 Block of Clay Pl NE. No Lookout Information.”

In Petworth just near Sherman Circle, MPD reports:

“On March 19, 2020, at approximately 1:25am in the 4700 block of 5th St NW, a male shot and grazed another male in the face during a dispute. The victim was transported to a local hospital and listed in stable condition. The suspect was placed under arrest for ADW Gun. The firearm was recovered, and there is no threat to the community.

This case is a great example of expedient police service and superb police work on the part of Fourth District members.”

“Metropolitan Police Department Operational Adjustments During COVID-19”

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) takes pride in professionally responding to crisis situations, and we will continue to do so throughout the current public health emergency. This is a constantly evolving situation that requires MPD to do our part to limit exposure without interrupting the high level of service provided to our community. It is necessary that MPD maintains a healthy workforce so that we may continue providing emergency services when called upon. We have identified certain operational measures that can be temporarily modified for the community and our members.

It is important to note that MPD facilities remain open at this time, but to mitigate potential exposure to and spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), operational adjustments have been implemented and will continue to expand as required. Additionally, if calling for police services and you are experiencing flu-like or COVID-19 symptoms, including fever, cough, and shortness of breath, callers should notify the dispatcher so first responders may take appropriate safety precautions upon their arrival.

The following operational adjustments are in place at MPD: (more…)

Update: Homicide. Shooting in Columbia Heights around 3:15pm

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Laurel

Catherine reports: “two shots fired at 14th & Irving. Performed CPR on ground and gurney.”

Lauren reports: “shooting outside of CVS on 14 and Irving/Columbia”

S. reports: “Two shots, followed by a car peeling off with a cop about 20 seconds later giving chase. At least one person hit with EMTs on scene. Now the block is closed off.

It went from a quiet Sunday afternoon to pandemonium in less than a minute.”

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Sunday, March 15, 2020, in the 3000 block of 14th Street, Northwest.

At approximately 3:11 pm, members of the Third District responded to the listed location after hearing the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 18 year-old Naseem Simpson, of Northwest, DC.

A vehicle of interest in this case was captured by a nearby surveillance camera and can be seen in the photos below:

The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone that provides information which leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. 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.”

8:30pm Shooting Friday in Park View

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On March 13, 2020 at approximately 830 pm in the 600 block of Park Rd, NW there was a report of two black males who exited a black SUV and fired multiple shots towards the 600 block of Morton St, NW causing minor property damage, however one round struck an adult male who suffered from non-life threatening injuries and was treated at an area hospital for his injuries.

This case is under investigation by the Fourth District Detectives Office. Any information please contact 202-727-9099.”

“My property manager found on the security footage that there had been a stranger looking into my windows for about half an hour around midnight on Thursday night.”

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader sends from Adams Morgan:

“I wanted to alert you all to something that happened to me in my neighborhood (Admo/Kalorama) on Thursday night to make sure everyone remains vigilant, especially during these strange times. My property manager found on the security footage that there had been a stranger looking into my windows (only two of which were even partially open!) for about half an hour around midnight on Thursday night. (more…)

“A man who is allegedly part of the extremely infamous Triad Chinese organized crime gang apparently abducted someone and held them against their will at our apartment building until the FBI figured it out”

By Prince Of Petworth


via MPD

From MPD:

“Thursday, February 27, 2020

A Roman Arms Micro Draco 7.62 caliber semiautomatic rifle, a Glock 17 9mm caliber handgun, and a Smith & Wesson M&P .380 caliber handgun (all pictured above) were recovered in the 2400 block of 14th Street, Northwest. CCN: 20-035-548″


14th and Belmont Street, NW during a previous incident

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to pass along an alarming article published by the Washington Post two days ago which outlines an FBI raid that was performed at our apartment building Capitol View on 14th a couple of weeks ago. A man who is allegedly part of the extremely infamous Triad Chinese organized crime gang apparently abducted someone and held them against their will at our apartment building until the FBI figured it out, and surrounded and raided the premises. We saw FBI agents with bullet proof vests on as we arrived at our building that day, but did not get any details as to what was going on.

If you read the article, it is really unbelievable. There were Uzi’s and really hardcore drugs found in his apartment. (more…)

“The officer suggested it may be a domestic dispute i.e. angry BF/GF seeking revenge”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Last night my wife and I heard what sounded like two cars hitting each other. Turns out it was a car swiping the side of a minivan. But when I went outside seconds later, I found a white sedan collide head-pn into the parked minivan and then drive off into the alley, followed by another car. I called the police and gave them a statement, and I suggested that it looked intentional. (more…)

Early Morning Shootings in Logan Circle and Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


stock photo

From MPD at 1:19am:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1400 block of R Street NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening injury to the lower extremities.

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

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

From MPD at 1:43am:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1100 blk of Girard St NW. A juvenile male has been transported to an area hospital with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to lower extremities. (more…)

“He even knocked on the window to get the attention of passers by.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

It’s international women’s day today (yesterday) and what a way to celebrate. Walking to work along Connecticut Ave near Cathedral this (Sunday) afternoon a man was masturbating in an open window of his apartment. He even knocked on the window to get the attention of passers by. Of course I found it disgusting. So did the three women who were walking ahead of me. As I live in the area I pass this apartment pretty much daily. I called the police on this creep. I’m surprised they haven’t contacted me about it so far.”

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