Crime

Early Morning Triple Shooting in Shaw; 10:50pm Shooting on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District seek the public’s assistance in locating a suspect in reference to an Assault with Intent to Kill (Gun) offense that occurred on Sunday, July 28, 2019, in the 600 block of T Street, Northwest.

At approximately 3:47 am, the suspect approached the victims at the listed location. The suspect brandished a gun and fired shots. The suspect then fled the scene. Two victims were transported to an area hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Additionally, two other victims refused medical treatment on scene.

The suspect was captured by a nearby surveillance camera and can be seen in the photos and video link below:

Anyone who can identify this individual or who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.”

From MPD around 4:30am: (more…)

Woman 37 Weeks Pregnant Assaulted in Logan Circle on Sunday 9am “He has been arrested so many times in this exact area.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I was assaulted on Sunday at 9am near 14th and P Street, NW. I am 37 weeks pregnant. The guy was arrested. The person who assaulted me was released on streets yesterday [Tuesday] while awaiting trial! I confirmed in DC court records (he has 14 pages, over 300 entries in the DC court system or crimes he has been accused of.) He is a serial sexual assaulter and groper in NW DC, articles are saying he has had more than 70 arrests but always released. (more…)

Shooting in Mount Pleasant; Death Investigation (“no suspicion of foul play”) in Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD (sent at 5:30am):

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 3100 block of Mt Pleasant St NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening gunshot wound to the leg. Officers and detectives are currently on the scene investigating.

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: (send at 5am): (more…)

MPD “seeks the public’s assistance in identifying 14 persons of interest in reference to an Aggravated Assault incident”

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader passes on this very upsetting alert from MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in identifying 14 persons of interest in reference to an Aggravated Assault incident which occurred in the 1900 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW, on Saturday, July 13, 2019, at approximately 1:00 AM. The subjects were captured by a nearby surveillance camera. DO YOUR PART TO HELP PREVENT AND SOLVE CRIME. (more…)

Update: Suspicious Package in Columbia Heights “no gunshots involved with this suspicious package”

By Prince Of Petworth


14th and Park Road, NW. Photo by @SMOKExDUST just after 12pm

Update from MPD:

“Units from the Third District responded to the area of 14th and Park Road for a suspicious package that had been left in the area. The item turned out to be a suitcase that had no hazardous materials. Patrol and specialized units responded to the scene. There was no gunshots involved with this suspicious package and traffic has been re-opened.”

Update from Alert DC at 1:11pm: ” DC Police reports the police activity in the 3100 Block of 14th Street NW is clear and all associated road closure are open to traffic.”

Raja writes: “Apparently there were shots fired between a suspect and a police officer. There are K9 units there now Fwiw. 14th shut down from Irving to Monroe”

Alert DC reports: (more…)

6:30pm Shaw in Shooting Tuesday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


8th and O Street, NW. Photo by Matt Greeson

MPD reported around 6:30pm: “Shooting at 1827 hrs at 8th & O Streets, NW. No lookout.”

Shortly thereafter MPD shared more details:

“The Third District is investigating a shooting in the 1300 block of 8th St. NW. An adult male is in stable condition at an area hospital, suffering from a gunshot wound. 3 subjects are stopped, and the incident is pending further Investigation. A weapon was recovered from the scene. Officers and Detectives are on scene investigating the offense.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099″

Shootings in Petworth and Brentwood Monday Night

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD at 6:22pm:

“Shooting at 1822 hours in the 400 block of Varnum Street NW. Lookout for Suspect B/M wearing a ski mask.”

From MPD around 7:30pm:

“Earlier this evening members of the Fifth District responded to a call for sounds of gunshots in the 1300 Block of Saratoga Ave NE. Further police investigation determined that an adult male victim had been shot at the location. All further information regarding this investigation will be released by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Violent Crimes Branch which is handling the investigation.”

29 Year Old Arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Murder in Shooting of 11 year-old Karon Brown

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch announce an arrest has been made in a homicide that occurred on Thursday, July 18, 2019, in the 2700 block of Naylor Road, Southeast.

At approximately 6:57 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. While investigating, MPD was notified that a juvenile male, suffering from a gunshot wound, was taken to a Prince George’s County Fire Department Fire Station. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. After all lifesaving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. (more…)

Bartender from Roy Boys Reportedly Jumped Near H Street, NE While Riding his Scooter Home from his shift in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


via GoFundMe

The GoFundMe is straight to the point:

“Lou had a really bad night, it landed him in the hospital because some shit heads were shit heads. He’s been out of work, and has hospital bills and normal bills to pay. Help is super appreciated. Also, we love him and he’s a pillar of the community. Throw money his way.”

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