Crime

“Last night, 10 y/o Makiyah Wilson lost her life when several gunmen opened fire into a crowd.”

By Prince Of Petworth


via MPD

Update: Full release from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects and a vehicle in connection to a homicide that occurred on Monday, July 16, 2018, in the 300 block of 53rd Street, Northeast.

At approximately 8:00 pm, members of the Sixth District responded to the listed location for the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located a juvenile female, an adult female, and an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victims to area hospitals. After all life-saving efforts failed, the juvenile female victim was pronounced dead. Two other adult male victims sought treatment at an area hospital for gunshot wounds.

The decedent has been identified as 10-year-old Makiyah Wilson, of Northeast, DC. (more…)

The Worst

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Jay for sending – always a painful sight:

“Bad weekend for crime in Brookland. Following the CVS pharmacy being robbed at gunpoint Sunday afternoon, someone on 12th & Franklin woke up to this today.”

Ed. Note: Regarding the CVS robbery – from MPD: (more…)

Shooting Reported in Takoma at 8:20pm

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo credit: M’Bwende Anderson

Shooting was reported outside Takoma Station around 8:20pm.

Update from MPD:

“On July 14, 2018, at approximately 830 pm, the Metropolitan Police were called to the 6900 block of 4th Street Northwest, for the sounds of gunshots. During the investigation, a male suspect was found with a non-life threatening gunshot wound. This person was later placed under arrest for Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and treated at a local area hospital for his injuries. (more…)

11pm Shooting in 1300 block of Brentwood Road, NE Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Fifth District detectives are investigating an ADW Gun that occurred in the 1300 block of Brentwood Road, NE on the evening of July 11th at approximately 11:00 pm. Officers in the area reported hearing gunfire, and moments later a 9-1-1 call was received reporting a person had been shot. Officers responded and located an adult male suffering from a non-life-threatening bullet wound. Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call MPD at 202-727-9099, or text the information to 50411.”

Car Stolen at Gunpoint in Brightwood Park 1:30pm Monday; Taxi Driver Robbed on U Street, Forced To Find ATMs – Driver Bails and Suspect Arrested in Petworth 11pm Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On July 9th, at approximately 1:30pm, in the rear alley of the 5100 block of 7th St NW, a victim reports that her vehicle was taken from her at gunpoint.

The vehicle taken was recovered several hours later in P.G. County.

The suspects are described as black males, 15-17 years of age, with a medium complexion.

Fourth District detectives are actively investigating the case.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to call MPD on 202-727-9099.”


via google maps

“On Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at approximately 11:00pm, Fourth District officers were flagged down by a cab driver who reported that he had been robbed at gunpoint in the 3900 block of Georgia Avenue, NW. The complainant reported that he picked up a fare in the 1100 block of U Street, NW and transported the fare to various areas of Park Road, NW, within the Fourth District. The complainant stated that during the ride, the suspect produced a gun, demanded money and made the complainant drive him around looking for an ATM. (more…)

“man was exposing himself” around 8:45am on the Metbranch Trail; Around 1:45pm The “NoMa masturbator” was at it on the metro platform

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

Mark passes on from the MBT listserv:

“This morning at 8:45 a man was exposing himself while standing in the middle of the trail, between NY Ave. & R St. NE. I saw something similar about a month ago, but it was not so obvious, so I didn’t report it. I called police this morning after I got to work. Please report to police if you see this behavior — if it is the same person he seems to be getting more bold.”

From an email:

“There is a black male, about 5’8”, wearing a light blue sky denim jacket and pants, jerking off in public on the NoMa metro platform. The WMATA police have been notified. According to a nice man I was with, he is around the area often. Please stay alert. I was sitting on one of the benches as he did this in my peripheral.”

8pm Shooting in Kingman Park Tuesday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Fifth District is working a shooting in the 1600 block of Kramer Street NE that occurred on July 10, 2018 at approximately 7:57PM. The victim was shot once in the stomach and once in the thigh. 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″

Arrest Made after Fight on H Street, NE Saturday Night Results in Victim Stabbed and an MPD Officer Punched in the face “breaking her glasses”.

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On Saturday, 6/30/18 at approximately 2316 hours Officers were flagged down for a fight in progress in the 1200 block of H Street NE. Officers intervened and attempted to separate the parties, when two of the parties struck one of the officers in the face with their fists injuring the officer and breaking her glasses. Both of the individuals were arrested and charged with APO, It was determined later that a stabbing call for service around the corner in the 1100 block of I street NE for a victim suffering with a stab wound to the abdomen was related to the fight on H Street NE. The victim was transported to a local hospital and the case was closed with one of the two arrested subjects also being charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon.”

Cyclist Shot in Shaw just before 7pm Saturday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Earlier this evening, at approximately 6:55pm, members of the Third District responded to the area of 6th and N Streets NW in response to a call for a shooting. Once on scene, the officers located an adult male who had sustained non life-threatening gunshot wounds to the lower extremities. The individual was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

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

Shawn reported:

“Shots fired in #shawdc 7th & O as I walked by. One bike rider was hit. He was shot in the leg and literally fell off his bike in front of me. Scary shit. Locals immediately called 911 and they were on site in 30 seconds!”

MPD initially reported:

“Alert: Confirmed Shooting at 1855 hrs in the 1200 block of 7th Street, NW. Lookout for B/M, wearing black shirt, long dreads on a bicycle.”

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