Crime

Shots Fired around 5th and Kennedy Street, NW around 3:45pm.

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader reports:

“Unfortunately there was another shooting in the neighborhood today around 3:45 pm.”

Updates when MPD releases more info. As of 5:45pm police were still on the scene.

Update from MPD:

“On February 7, 2019, at approximately 3:30pm, Fourth District officers responded to a call for sounds of gun shots. Upon their arrival they observed several shell casing near the intersection of 5th and Kennedy ST NW. At least one vehicle parked in the block was struck by gunfire. At this time, we don’t have any injured persons, only damaged property. We also do not have any lookout to give the public at this time.”

Mayor Supports “U.S. Attorney’s strategy of prosecuting cases in federal court for felons illegally in possession of guns”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to John for passing on from the Washington Post:

“Scores of D.C. defendants will be prosecuted for federal gun crimes rather than face local charges in the next year as part of a citywide crackdown on felons caught illegally possessing a firearm and repeat violent offenders, four officials briefed on the plan said.

With homicides in the District climbing 40 percent last year and still rising, federal prosecutors’ goal is to bring all “felon-in-possession” gun cases to U.S. District Court instead of D.C. Superior Court, according to the people briefed on the plan.”

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jessie K. Liu reaffirmed their commitment to prosecuting illegal firearms and violent crime cases in the District of Columbia. Mayor Bowser also expressed her support for the U.S. Attorney’s strategy of prosecuting cases in federal court for felons illegally in possession of guns. (more…)

8 Eight Arrested when Search Warrant delivered in the 4000 block of Kansas Avenue NW in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD at midnight:

“A short time ago, members of your Fourth District Crime Suppression Team executed a search warrant at a residence in the 4000 block of Kansas Avenue, NW.

During the event, 8 adults (6 males and 2 females) were stopped, and subsequently arrested.

A loaded handgun, along with suspected illegal drugs to include: (more…)

“thank you to the good number of citizens that came forward with their tips and keen observations, an arrest was made” in reference to Shots Fired in Navy Yard

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Sounds of Gunshots N Street SE UPDATE ARREST MADE.

Good evening, just wanted to let all know that thank you to the good number of citizens that came forward with their tips and keen observations, an arrest was made last night relating to this event. First district units were able to locate the individual responsible for discharging the weapon and actually striking 2 unoccupied vehicles that were parked on the street. (more…)

Pedestrian Hit by Car in LeDroit Park 1:45am, Possibly Intentional Hit and Run

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a hit and run accident involving a pedestrian at 4th and T streets NW. The pedestrian has been transported to an area hospital with critical, life-threatening injuries. The striking vehicle is described as a dark suv that was last scene northbound on 4th Street.

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

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

From the LeDroit Park Listserv:

“Sadly, this does not at all appear to be an accident. (more…)

9:30pm Shooting in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


11th and Columbia Road, NW from Rachel

Rachel and many others wrote around 9:30pm:

“Just heard gunshots here in Columbia Heights. Sounded like 6 or 7 shots?”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 3000 block of 11th Street NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries to the hand and leg.

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

Shots Fired Reported in Navy Yard Sunday Night; Stabbing in Eckington Early Monday Morning

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD around 9:30pm Sunday:

“First District units are currently investigating calls for sounds of gunshots around the area of 20 N street and also Half and L street SE…Anyone with information relating to these sounds, or any other criminal event that has occurred please call 202-727-9099 or contact me directly at [email protected]…”

a reader reported:

“I just got off the metro and there’s are a ton of cops and the street in front of big stick is taped off.”


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From MPD around 1am:

“The Fifth District is investigating an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) that occurred on Monday, February 4, 2019 in the Unit block of Florida Avenue, NE.

An adult male victim was found at the location suffering from multiple stab wounds to the body. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment of non life-threatening injuries.

Anyone who may have information pertaining to this investigation is asked to call 202-727-9099 or may send a text message to 50411.”

11:30am Street Robbery Reported in Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth


1410 14th Street, NW

A witness writes:

“Witnessed a robbery on 14th just south of P St (in front of Trade) at approximately 11:30am. Without giving too many details to mess with the investigation, the police seem eager to speak with any other witnesses. There were a bunch of people who walked by this all happening, since it was a standard busy morning on 14th.”

Early Morning Shooting Just Off H Street, NE – Arrest Made

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On Sunday, February 3, 2019 at approximately 5:30 AM, First District patrol units responded to a 911 report of gunshots in the 1200 Block of Linden Place NE.

Upon arrival at the location, patrol units discovered an adult female with a gunshot wound to the lower body. The victim was evaluated on scene before being transported by DCFEMS ambulance to area hospital where she was admitted in stable condition.

Subsequent on scene investigation by First District Detectives and patrol units has resulted in the arrest of a male subject for ADW Gun. The subject was arrested without incident and has been transported to the First District for arrest processing.”

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