Thanks to G. for sharing from Edgewood (previously incidents mentioned below in Navy Yard):
“Third time is the charm with this car. Last time I had my wheels stolen it was twice back to back and now it’s been a bit more than a year.”
It had been 11 days since our last stolen wheels report(s). You can see some MPD suggestions on ways to prevent a Helluva Way to Wake Up here. You can read a Witness Describing a Wheel Theft here.
Frustrating update from Councilmember Zachary Parker:
“Ward 5 neighbors, please see this update regarding Russell Dunkley, who faced charges for the assault of a Petit Scholars daycare group in Bloomingdale last fall.” (more…)
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From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department are investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest.
On Friday, October 25, 2024, at approximately 5:47 p.m., an officer of the Fourth District was patrolling in the 3700 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest, when they heard the sounds of gunshots. The officer responded to the 800 block of Quincy Street, Northwest, and located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
A disturbing shooting occurred on Otis Pl NW last night at 8:05PM. The shooting is adjacent to the Bruce Monroe Elementary and the Park View Rec Center. Someone shot approximately 18 rounds (number of confirmed casings found by MPD). (more…)
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From the U.S. Capitol Police:
“EXERCISE: On Monday, October 28, at approximately 7:00 p.m., we will be working with our federal partners on a routine training exercise on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol. Please do not be alarmed if you see emergency vehicles and low flying helicopters.”
photo by Ted Eytan
“Dear PoPville,
I’d like to give a shout out to the DC Police Department (in Shaw). On Saturday night, near the north entrance of the Shaw Metro station, about 20 feet from me, someone pulled out a gun and shot it in the air. The group of three individuals then ran away. The police arrived on the scene within one minute of the incident. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Our car has been located (totaled) in SE, but our cats are missing. All we care about at this time is finding the cats. We have filed reports with DC and Prince George’s County police, DC and Maryland animal control, the Humane Rescue Alliance, and Next Door/Facebook/Reddit. We are currently canvassing NE and SE DC and putting up fliers, but any additional help —or simply prayers—would be greatly appreciated.”
Thanks to Alex for sharing from 9th & C St NE.
It had been 11 days since our last stolen wheels report(s). You can see some MPD suggestions on ways to prevent a Helluva Way to Wake Up here. You can read a Witness Describing a Wheel Theft here.
From MPD:
“A dog stolen off a boat in Southeast has been recovered and MPD detectives continue to search for the suspect in the dog’s theft.
On Friday, October 11th, 2024, at approximately 9:00pm, officers responded to the 100 block of Potomac Avenue, Southeast for reports of a theft. Once on scene, officers discovered that a boat had been broken into and a dog was taken. (more…)
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From MPD:
“Greetings Ward 8,
We would like to inform you about a recent rise in robberies targeting citizens, particularly our youth, for their designer sneakers while walking in our neighborhoods. These sneakers, often valued between $600 and $1200, have recently become a target for thieves.
To help keep everyone safe, we urge the community to be aware of this situation and to take the following safety precautions:
Safety Tips: (more…)