Crime

About that Helicopter Last Night – the old ‘can I borrow your cellphone’ edition

By Prince Of Petworth


a helicopter searching at night

From MPD:

“Please be advised, 2D is currently working three (3) possible robbery incidents in the area of 21st and O and 23rd and O, involving a similar lookout and modus operandi. The lookout in each incident is for 3 B/M juveniles, last seen wearing hoodies. In each incident, the subjects asked the complainants to borrow their cell phones and subsequently took the cell phones, or attempted to. No weapons were mentioned and no injuries were reported. If any has any information regarding these incidents please call 202-727-9099.”

In happier news, Deputy Mayor Donahue‏ tweets us this morning:

“Still much work to do, but crime down significantly YTD:
• Violent crime ⬇️24%
• Robbery ⬇️29%
• ADW ⬇️21%
• Murder ⬇️13%
• Burglary ⬇️29%”

MPD Releases Images of Persons of Interest in an Assault on the MBT (9:38am Monday)

By Prince Of Petworth


via MPD

From MPD:

“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s Fifth District seek the public’s assistance in identifying two persons of interest in reference to a Robbery (Force and Violence) offense which occurred on the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) at Mile Number 1.4 – S Street, Northeast, on Monday, October 30, 2017.

At approximately 9:38 am, the victim was walking northbound at the listed location, when two suspects approached him from behind. One of the suspects began to physically assault the victim while the second suspect went through his pockets. The suspects then fled the scene with the victim’s property.

A nearby surveillance camera captured two persons of interest in this case. They 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.”

10-12 Shots Fired Reported Last Night Near Brookland’s Finest, Transformer Hit

By Prince Of Petworth


12th and Jackson Street, NE

“Dear PoPville,

Just wondering if anyone has any details on the incident that took place around 9:30pm at the intersection of 12th and Jackson Streets NE, in Brookland. What sounded like a transformer explosion was followed by a loss of power, and then a heavy police presence. They appeared to be patrolling by car, motorcycle and helicopter. This may have simply been a response to people being on edge, and the combination of any type of explosion with children out trick or treating. I assumed as much, but was later told by people in the area that there had actually been a shooting preceding the power outage. A random shooting at a busy intersection while children were out trick or treating would be a disturbing thing, so I am curious what the truth of the matter is.”

A reader sent me word just before 10pm last night that 10-12 shots were fired with at least one hitting a transformer. On the Brookland listserv there multiple reports of those who lost power. Updates if/when more is known.

Update from MPD:

“After the malfunctioning of a transformer within the 5th District yesterday evening, several calls were placed from citizens stating they heard multiple gun shots within the district. The PSA encompassing Brookland was one of the PSAs receiving such calls. The area was canvassed during the evening and the following day shift for shell casings, property damage and or injuries. Nothing was found to suggest there was a shooting.”

Early Morning Double Shooting on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“At approximately 2:15 AM this morning, members of the First District responded to a shooting in the 1200 block of H Street, NE. Two adult victims were located, both suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims received treatment at local hospitals, and the wounds are not life threatening. At this time, the 1200 block of H Street NE is closed to vehicular traffic while we finish processing the crime scene. The case is being investigated by the First District Detectives office. Anyone with information relating to this crime is asked to contact us at 202-727-9099. You can also text any information to MPD at 50411.

UPDATE: All traffic closures related to the crime scene on H Street NE have been lifted and traffic is moving freely.”

“The suspect produced a BB gun, pointed it at the police officer, and pulled the trigger”

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District have announced an arrest has been made in an Assault on a Police Officer offense that occurred in the 2400 block of 18th Street, Northwest, on Sunday, October 29, 2017.

At approximately 2:13 am, the suspect approached an on duty police officer, who was in uniform, at the listed location. The suspect produced a BB gun, pointed it at the police officer, and pulled the trigger. The BB gun did not expel any projectiles. The suspect was immediately apprehended without injury to either the officer or the suspect. The BB Gun was recovered on the scene.

On Sunday, October 29, 2017, 23-year-old Celeste Alejandra Almaguer, of Northwest, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault on a Police Officer. The defendant was additionally charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (BB Gun), and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon (BB Gun).”

“Suspects Sought in a First Degree Sexual Abuse Offense and a Robbery Offense: 2800 block of Georgia Ave, NW”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects in connection with a First Degree Sexual Abuse offense and a Robbery offense that occurred on Friday, October 27, 2017, in the 2800 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest.

At approximately 2:30 am, several suspects approached a male and female victim that were walking at the listed location. The suspects and victims became engaged in a verbal altercation. During the altercation, one of the suspects sexually assaulted the female victim. The male victim was assaulted and his personal property was taken. The suspects then fled the scene on foot. (more…)

Suspect Wanted in Double Stabbing at 17th and U St, NW Saturday

By Prince Of Petworth


via MPD

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted in reference to an Assault with Intent to Kill (Knife) offense that occurred in the 1700 block of U Street, Northwest, on Saturday, October 28, 2017.

At approximately 2:08 am, the suspect was involved in a physical altercation with two victims at the listed location. During the altercation, the suspect brandished a knife and stabbed both victims. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene. The two adult male victims were transported to area hospitals. One of the victims received minor injuries while the other victim sustained life threatening injuries.

The suspect is described as a black male, with a dark complexion and a full beard. He is approximately 6′ tall. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a denim vest. The suspect was captured by nearby surveillance video 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.”

Multiple Shots Fired resulting in Man Shot Just Before 9pm Friday in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“At approximately 8:54 PM, Fourth District units were dispatched to the area of 9th and Decatur Streets, NW, for the sound of multiple gunshots.

Officers arrived in the scene and observed numerous shell casings in the 4800 block of 9th Street, NW.

A short time a later, an adult male victim was located at Georgia Avenue and Decatur Street, suffering from a single gunshot wound to his right ankle. The victim reported that he did not see who shot him.

Based upon a preliminary investigation, it appears that two suspects fired shots during this offense. A house and two vehicles were also damaged by gunfire as a result of this shooting.

Decatur Street between 9th Street and Georgia Avenue is currently closed while the investigation continues.

Anyone with information regarding this offense is asked to call the MPD’s Command Information Center at 202-727-9099. Thank you!”

Man Shot in Leg During Robbery at 4:35pm in Brookland

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Members of the 5th District responded for a call for a shooting in the 1300 block of Girard St NE. Upon arrival, MPD found a 28 y/o male that sustained a gunshot wound to the left leg. The male was transported (conscious & breathing) to an area hospital for treatment. The victim advised that he was robbed by the suspect. The suspect was last seen fleeing the scene eastbound on Girard St NE toward 14th St NE. If you have information regarding this incident, please contact the 5th District Detectives Office.

October 26, 2017 4:35 PM

OFFENSE

Assault w/Dangerous Weapon (Gun) & Robbery”

“Cyclists be aware of the rise in thefts in this location”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Erin

“Dear PoPville,

My husband and I visited Key Bridge Boathouse in Georgetown on Sunday Oct 22, 2017 and were on the river kayaking from 2:50pm-3:50pm. We had locked up our bikes on the bike racks in front of the boathouse and came back to find them missing.

I was immediately approached by a homeless man claiming he had witnessed our bikes being stolen and could help us get them back. He knew exactly what these two men looked like and knew they would be back for more bikes. He said the thieves cut our lock and escaped in opposite directions with our bikes (one down the Capital Crescent Trail and the other towards Georgetown Waterfront.) I was skeptical, thinking this man may have been involved.

Meanwhile, my husband searched along the Potomac River side of the Capital Crescent Trail for stashed bikes as I called the police to file a report and notified the Boathouse front desk staff. Neither the police or staff seemed surprised by this incident. (more…)

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