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“OAG has learned of more than 75 recent auto thefts in the District that we believe are connected to the use of this app.”

Published February 4, 2020 at 9:45AM

From the The Office of the Attorney General (OAG):

“Do you use the car sharing application called “Getaround” to rent your vehicle and make some extra cash? Use the app with caution. OAG has learned of more than 75 recent auto thefts in the District that we believe are connected to the use of this app.

How does Getaround work?
Getaround is an app that allows consumers to rent vehicles by the hour or day from owners who make them available through its online platform. Consumers can create a profile on Getaround and search for cars based on location and type of vehicle. After a rental request is submitted and approved by the owner, consumers can go to the car’s location and unlock the vehicle using the app on their smartphone. Keys to the vehicle are left inside and consumers return the car at the end of their rental period. (more…)

#PSA

Just after 11pm Last Night in Kingman Park “3 cars shot up.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 4, 2020 at 9:15AM

James reported from 19th and E Street, NE around 11:10pm Monday night:

“Bullet on dash board and on ground. 3 cars shot up. At least 3 shots fired.” (more…)

Helluva Way to Wakeup: Scooter Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 3, 2020 at 12:45PM

Thanks to Alan for sending from Columbia Heights: “Haven’t seen this before on a scooter.”

It had been 7 days since our last stolen wheels report.

#stolen wheels

12:37pm Shooting Saturday near the Petworth Rec Playground

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 3, 2020 at 9:15AM

via google maps

From AlertDC:

“Shooting at 1237hrs in the 700 block of Upshur St NW. Lookout for B/M, 5’9-5’10, wearing a blue sweater, and blue jeans”

Alan Henney reported:

“TEEN SHOT— Crime scene on 8th St at Taylor St NW-DC near the Petworth Recreation Center. 19yr-old male shot in the foot.”

Council Member Todd reported: “The investigation is underway and MPD recovered valuable information from the scene. They will continue to have a strong presence in the surrounding area. If you have any tips please call the command information center at 202-727-9099.”

7:20pm Shooting in Brightwood Thursday Night

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 31, 2020 at 11:45AM

via google maps

From MPD:

“The Fourth District is investigating a shooting that occurred on January 30, 2020, around 7:20 p.m. in the 5900 block of Piney Branch Road. The lookout is for an adult male dressed all in black seen fleeing on foot towards 13th street. The adult victim was transported to the hospital for treatment. Anyone with video or information is asked to contact MPDC at 202-727-9099 or text to 50411.”

Ed. Note: Earlier in the week multiple gunshots were fired nearby.

“an arrest has been made in the spate of egging incidents around Capitol Hill”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 31, 2020 at 9:15AM

Photo by PoPville flickr user ny273

From MPD:

“I am happy to announce an arrest has been made in the spate of egging incidents around Capitol Hill over the past couple weeks. Today at approximately 4:15, two residents separately called 911 to report seeing the egging suspect around Tennessee Avenue NE. Responding patrol officers quickly located a suspect and he was arrested for several counts of Defacing Property. (more…)

No Shots Were Fired But

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 30, 2020 at 1:45PM

via google maps

From MPD:

“This morning at approximately 11:45 am, officers from the First District responded to the 1200 block of Wylie Street NE for the report of a ADW-Gun. Officers located the caller who reported that they observed an individual stealing items from their vehicle. The caller then approached the suspect, who retrieved a handgun and pointed it at the caller. The suspect then fled north onto 12th Street NE. No shots were fired, nor was anyone injured. (more…)

Two Incidents of Shots Fired near North Michigan Park/Fort Totten/Queens Chapel around 9pm Wed. Night

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 30, 2020 at 9:40AM

via google maps

Around 9:15pm last night a reader reported:

“Just heard 8 gunshots in the North Michigan Park neighborhood in NE. (Close to the fort totten metro)”

From MPD:

“Tonight at approximately 9:00 pm, the Metropolitan Police Department responded to the 5000 block of 6th Place, Northeast, for the sounds of gunshot and a report of property damage in the 600 block of Nicholson Street, Northeast. Once at both locations, crime scenes were discovered. At this time there are no reported injuries.

If you have any information regarding this incident please contact the Metropolitan Police at 202-727-9099.”

“Package theft in Woodridge.” Keep Your Eyes Peeled for a Brand New Breast Pump Discarded

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 29, 2020 at 11:15AM

“Dear PoPville,

This guy just caught an opportunity to steal a brand new Breast Pump. Neighbors should be on the lookout as you can see the box was unmarked so the contents were not clear either. Pretty disappointing and hopefully this is a one off and not going to be a new normal.”

#package theft

6:15pm Shooting in Truxton Circle; 9:45pm Shooting in Takoma

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 29, 2020 at 9:15AM

Florida and North Capitol Street, NE

A reader reported Tuesday night:

“This happened about 12 min ago (around 6:15pm). Saw guy unresponsive on ground at the Exxon. Cops swarmed shortly after and shut down neighborhood. Helicopter included

Neighbors said they heard 9 gunshots”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting at North Capitol and Bates Streets NW. An adult male is being transported to an area hospital with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to the leg.

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

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

Later around 9:45pm MPD reported:

“Shooting Investigation in the 7200 block of Blair Rd NW. Lookout for a silver Dodge Charger operated by a black male.”