Crime

“And to any of those victims affected by his scams, you may rejoice!”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

My name is Mark Prysler and I am the general manager at Kapnos Kouzina, in Bethesda, MD.

I had seen previous posts about Doug The Scammer. Countless times he had allegedly intruded homes asking for money, stealing, etc.

Last Saturday during our dinner service, a bald man in his 50’s with glasses came into the restaurant wearing a shirt & tie. He rang up a $50 bar tab, and then proceeded to tell the bar and a fellow manager he could not pay the check. He then asked for cab fare so he could get his wallet.

This situation was brought to my attention, whereby I approached the man and he introduced himself as Doug. (more…)

Early Morning Shooting in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD

“Good morning. The Third District is currently investigating a shooting that is believed to have taken place early this morning in the 1100 block of Irving Street NW. An adult male walked into an area hospital with a non-life threatening gunshot wound.

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

“We were saddened to hear that this community haven was targeted and vandalized too.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From Council Member Silverman’s Office:

“We were saddened to hear that this community haven was targeted and vandalized too. Here’s the GoFundMe page to help Check It get a new window.”

The GoFundMe says:

“Around 6pm this morning a naked woman screeming homophbic gestures threw a brick through the Check It store and community center double pain window and door.

This is devastating because if the insurance pays for it there will be a huge increase because of the stores location.

The building has been a safe haven for the “LGBT Youth”, “Returned Citizens” and community as a whole. Your support is need so “Check It” can secure its building and get back to the great work that so many have benefited from. (more…)

“suspect said that he does not like illegal immigrants and then pulled a knife and attempted to cut the victim.”

By Prince Of Petworth

UPDATE from MPD 8/31:

“The subject was apprehended and placed under arrest yesterday. Thank you.”

From MPD:

“Assault with a Dangerous Weapon/Hate-Bias Crime 3100 Block of Mount Pleasant St. N.W.

On Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at approximately 10:10 pm, an individual reported that he was approached by a suspect who said that he does not like illegal immigrants and then pulled a knife and attempted to cut the victim. The suspect is described as a White Male, 5’4″, 160 lbs., with straight, black hair and it is reported that he fled on foot north bound in the 3100 block of Mount Pleasant St N.W. The victim was not injured in this incident.

The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating this incident. Anyone with information related to this or any other crime is asked to call (202) 727-9099.”

Three People Shot around 9pm in Petworth Tuesday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Jim Cordes

From MPD:

“On Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at approximately 9pm, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) was called to the area of the 4700 block of 3rd St N.W. for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, MPD units were advised that an unknown individual began shooting at a group of people that were in the block. Three victims were located within the block, all suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to the lower extremities. The victims were all transported to area hospitals for treatment and their conditions are currently listed as stable. (more…)

About that Helicopter Action Near the Potomac Ave Metro Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

Around 11:30pm Jill asked:

“what’s up with the circling helicopter near Potomac Ave Metro?”

From MPD:

“Illegal Firearm Recovered and Arrest Made in Potomac Gardens

Just wanted to take a minute to make everyone aware that last night Officers Branson and Tyson were working as part of our enhanced deployment in the PSA 106 and the Potomac Gardens area. While responding to backup a DC Housing Police Officer looking for a wanted subject, they observed an individual inside Potomac Gardens attempting to stash a handgun. After a brief foot chase, Officers Branson and Tyson stopped the individual without incident and recovered a loaded Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm handgun from their person. Our officers are working hard to take illegal firearms off your neighborhood streets, so I wanted to take a moment to share this success with everyone. Have a great day!”

Special Police Officer Accidentally Shoots Self at City Vista Safeway Saturday Night during scuffle with a shoplifter

By Prince Of Petworth


5th and L Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I heard there was a shooting at the Safeway on L St in City Vista (490 L St NW). Late Saturday night [9:33pm], my roommate’s boyfriend came back to our place and told us he walked in immediately after it happened– said there was a heavy police presence. I also heard that the emergency exit was blocked by pallets while the shooting went down. Have you received any information?”

I inquired with MPD who replied:

“There was a negligent discharge by an SPO [Special Police Officer] working at that location in an attempt to detain a shoplifting suspect. The SPO sustained a non-life threatening self-inflicted gunshot wound.”

Ed. Note: The suspected shoplifter was able to flee the store in the aftermath.

Shooting Sunday 5:49pm in Trinidad

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Fifth District is working a shooting in the 1700 block of Trinidad Ave NE that occurred on August 26, 2018 at approximately 5:49PM. The victim was shot once in the back of his arm/shoulder. The victim is being treated at a local hospital. At this time there is no definite lookout for any suspects. Any information please contact 2027279099″

Two Men Shot, 1 Possibly Killed, in Shaw/U Street Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

A reader reports around 7am:

“I was just driving to work and saw police tape and a police officer with a homicide unit jacket on outside of the Sugar Shack donut shop on 9th by U St.”

MPD first tweeted:

“Shooting at 0118 hrs in the 1900 block of 9th St, NW. LOF: B/M, 20-30 YOA, 5’6″, heavy build, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans.”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a double shooting in the 1900 block of 9th Street NW. Two adult males have been transported to an area hospital with critical injuries.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area.

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

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