Crime

MPD: “FINAL UPDATE: reports of an active shooter in the 1400 block of I St, NW are unfounded.”

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD at 3:14pm:

“Reports of an #ActiveShooter in the 1400 blk of I St, NW. Shelter in place. MPD is responding.”

Stay tuned for updates:

Update:

“Update: this is an unconfirmed report of an #activeshooter. #MPD is on scene working to clear the building. No victims located as this time.”

“Police Activity: 1400 I St NW [One Way] Expect Street Closures Follow MPD Direction”

“FINAL UPDATE: reports of an active shooter in the 1400 block of I St, NW are unfounded. The scene is safe and in the process of being cleared.”

Reader reports:

“Turned out to be a nerf gun! Source: my office is in 1400 I St”

Suspect Wanted in a Cold Case Kidnapping Offense from 1983

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department Criminal Investigations Division seeks the public’s assistance in reference to a Cold Case Kidnapping offense that occurred on December 2, 1983, at the bus station, in the 1200 block of New York Avenue, Northwest, Washington, DC.

On Friday, December 2, 1983, an infant, who was three months old at the time of the offense, was kidnapped from her mother who was in transit at the bus station in the 1200 block of New York Avenue, Northwest.

The suspect in this case identified herself as Latoya, but could also go by Rene or Rene Latoya.

Additionally, the following is a possible description of the suspect: (more…)

MPD Looking for suspect in Daytime Armed Robbery on H Street

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s First District seek the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in an Armed Robbery (Gun) offense that occurred on Thursday, November 23, 2017, in the 800 Block of H Street, Northeast.

At approximately 2:10 pm, the suspect approached the victim at the listed location. The suspect brandished a handgun and demanded the victim’s property. The victim complied and the suspect fled the scene.

The suspect was captured by a nearby surveillance camera and can be seen in the photos above.

Anyone who has information regarding this case should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”

Shots Reported Fired in Park View and Petworth Tuesday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


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A reader reports at 9:15pm:

“I just heard someone empty the clip out my back window, near the corner of Park Road and Park place NW. I called it in. I hope he missed!”

Update from MPD:

“At approximately 9:07pm last night, we received several calls for the sounds of gunshots in the area of 600 Morton, Georgia/Keefer, 3300 Warder, 500 Lamont. Units responded and found a residence with a damaged window in the 500 block of Lamont that we believe was caused by a bullet. It is believed that the gunshots were fired from somewhere near the basketball court on Morton street, but we are continuing to investigate and review videos. Anyone that might have additional information is asked to contact MPD.”


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Another reader reported:

“Just heard about 12 gunshots at 9:07pm as i was sitting on my back porch. Now 7th and Upshur Street is blocked by police.”

“Suspect Sought in a First Degree Sexual Abuse Offense: Unit Block of M Street SW”

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection with a First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred on Monday, November 27, 2017, in the Unit block of M Street, Southwest.

Between 12:30 am and 1:45 am, the suspect approached a female victim that was walking at the listed location. The suspect grabbed the victim from behind and pushed her to the ground. During the confrontation, the suspect sexually assaulted the female victim. The suspect then fled the scene on foot.

The suspect is described only as a male of unknown race.

Anyone who has information regarding this case should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”

Shots Fired around 5th and Kennedy St, NW Sunday 8:30pm

By Prince Of Petworth


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A reader reports Sunday 8:30pm:

“Just heard six shots fired around 5th and Kennedy NW. I see lots of police driving around. They were in the alley between 4th and 5th and Kennedy and Jefferson for a long time last night. Just talked to the MPD (Monday). Six casings found in the alley. No “victims.”

In Other Offensive News – These are still popping up

By Prince Of Petworth

I continue to get tons of messages about this graffiti popping up all over town. Continue to report specific locations to 311 please.

Chris also notes:

“The police were out taking note of all of it and trying to get camera footage of who is doing the tagging – so they are on it.”

Update from MPD:

“MPD is aware of the graffiti that has proliferated over the last several days. We are working to document it all, and coordinating with the Department of Public Works on its removal once we have taken a report and pictures.

If the public sees anti-Semitic graffiti regarding war with Russia, we ask that they look to see if it has also been marked “MPD CCN.” If it has, MPD has taken a report and it is on DPW’s list for clean-up, and there is no need to place a call. If it does not say “MPD CCN” on it, please call 311 to report the graffiti, noting the exact location, and, if available, any information about when the location was defaced.”

“One of the suspects approached a victim and began to assault him with a belt buckle” Three juveniles arrested

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District announced three arrests have been made in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Belt Buckle) offense that occurred in the 2200 block of 18th Street, Northwest, on Saturday, November 25, 2017.

At approximately 7:05 pm, a group of suspects approached the victim at the listed location. One of the suspects approached a victim and began to assault him with a belt buckle. The victim fell to the ground and a second suspect began to kick the victim. The second victim dropped his bag and went to intervene. (more…)

About those Helicopters Last Night – Tenleytown and U Street Editions

By Prince Of Petworth

Regarding Tenleytown, MPD reported at 9:30pm:

“Robbery (Gun)//2130 hrs//4400 block of Wisconsin Ave, NW. LOF: (2) B/M’s, black hooded sweatshirts, black mask, black backpack, armed with a handgun.”

Alan Henney reported:

“u/d Tenleytown Armed Robbery- Jimmy John’s sounds like the actual target of the robbery. Police are now searching the Wilson Swim Center for gunman.”

Regarding U Street, around 7pm a reader reported:

“There is a helicopter circling on 14th and U, have any others reported the same thing?”

Not 100% sure if related but earlier MPD reported at 6:17pm which could be related to another more violent recent incident:

“Robbery Snatch at 1817 hrs at 15th & U Streets, NW. Lookout for Suspect B/M, teens, light completed, hat, maroon hooded sweatshirt last seen fleeing eastbound on U Street, NW.”

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