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“U.S. Park Police said Friday that they were told in both cases that the robbers had a “machine gun.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader writes:

“Almost certainly not a machine gun. More likely AR-15. But even that seems prohibitively expensive (and overkill) for teenage robbers.”

The Washington Post reported:

“Two gunpoint robberies have been reported within the past two weeks in the Georgetown area near the entrance to the Capital Crescent Trail, a scenic recreational site and rail trail that runs from the District to Silver Spring.

Though stress and other factors sometimes impair the accuracy of descriptions given by crime victims, U.S. Park Police said Friday that they were told in both cases that the robbers had a “machine gun.”

Two Men Shot, One Killed around 6:30am in the 600 block of 14th Pl, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Today approximately 6:30 AM members of the First District responded to the 600 block of 14th Place, NE for a shooting call. Two adult males were found shot at this location. At this time, one is deceased. There is only a basic lookout for a thin black male who was wearing all black clothing, who fled eastbound towards 15th Street NE.

The case is being investigated by members of MPD’s Homicide Branch. Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to call 202-727-9099. You can also text information using MPD’s Text Tip number at 50411.”

A reader writes:

“This is one of the best blocks in that whole neighborhood.”

Shooting Near Shaw Metro around 3pm Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

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Update from MPD:

“Earlier this afternoon, members of the Third District responded to the area of 7th and O Streets NW in reference to the sounds of gunshots. Arriving units observed a vehicle fleeing the area. The vehicle fled toward the area of NJ and O Street NW, where the occupants exited the vehicle and fled on foot. No victims were located, but there were some vehicles struck by the gunfire. As a result of the investigation, we recovered three handguns and arrested an adult male in this incident. The investigation is continuing to identify any others involved.

In addition, we are working to determine if this incident has any relation to the shooting earlier today at 8th and R Streets NW.

Anyone with information on either of these incidents is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

From MPD:

“Units from the Third District are currently in the area of the 800 block of S street NW in reference to the sounds of gunshots. No evidence has been recovered there. However, a few minutes after that call, a male victim arrived at an area hospital with what appears to be a gunshot wound to the stomach. Detectives and officers are trying to determine if these are related incidents at this time.

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

Update: Multiple readers report, shots fired (up to 20) all over the area.

Updated photos from readers (unclear if any or all are related to incident at 8th and S St, NW):

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57-year-old Suspect Arrested and charged with three counts of Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse (Wed. and Thurs. of last week)

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit have announced an arrest has been made in connection with the following Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse offenses that occurred in the Third District:

· 1900 block of 15th Street, Northwest on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at approximately 8:20 am. CCN: 17-006-483

· Unit block of Logan Circle, Northwest on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at approximately 5:00 pm. CCN: 17-006-102

· 1300 block of Massachusetts Avenue, Northwest on Thursday, January 12, 2017, at approximately 8:00 am. CCN: 17-006-367

In all three offenses, the suspect approached the victim and groped her against her will.

On Friday, January 13, 2017, at approximately 10:40 pm, members of the Third District’s Crime Suppression Team located 57-year-old Michael Hilliard of no fixed address. After an investigation by the Sexual Assault Unit, he was arrested and charged with three counts of Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse.”

MPD Releases Video of Persons of Interest regarding Tuesday’s Double Shooting in Columbia Heights at 4:45pm

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating two persons of interest wanted in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred in the 1300 block of Columbia Road, Northwest, on Tuesday, January 10, 2017.

At approximately 4:45 pm, two suspects approached the victim and fired shots at him. Two victims were struck by the gunfire. Both victims were transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The persons of interest can be seen in this video:

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 text messaging 50411.”

“In all three offenses, the suspect approached the victim and groped her against her will.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Update on Wednesday’s post “I witnessed what I believe to be a sexual assault at 15th & T Sts NW today at approx 8:30am.” Following is a full release from MPD (and props to MPD who reached out to us immediately to get in touch with the victim and witness):

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection with multiple Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse offenses that occurred in the Third District:

* 1900 block of 15th Street, Northwest on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at approximately 8:20 am. CCN: 17-006-483

* Unit block of Logan Circle, Northwest on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at approximately 5:00 pm. CCN: 17-006-102

* 1300 block of Massachusetts Avenue, Northwest on Thursday, January 12, 2017, at approximately 8:00 am. CCN: 17-006-367

The suspect is described as a black male in his 30’s to 50’s, 5’2” to 5’5″ in height, heavy build, dark complexion, and a full trimmed beard. He was wearing a red flannel type shirt. In all three offenses, the suspect approached the victim and groped her against her will.

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 text messaging 50411.”

27-year-old Arrested for Alleged Stabbing Homicide Sunday 8pm at 14th and W St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch announced an arrest has been made in a fatal stabbing that occurred in the 1400 block of W Street, Northwest on Sunday, January 8, 2017.

At approximately 8:05 pm, members of the Third District responded to the listed location for the report of an unconscious person. Upon arrival, members located an adult female, in the hallway of the building, suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where all lifesaving efforts failed and she was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 23-year-old Waliyatou Amadou of Northwest, DC.

On Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 27-year-old Deangelo Thorne, of Northeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder While Armed.”

“I witnessed what I believe to be a sexual assault at 15th & T Sts NW today at approx 8:30am.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader reports:

“I witnessed what I believe to be a sexual assault at 15th & T Sts NW today at approx 8:30am. I was traveling northbound on 15th St stopped at the light for T St NW. A woman was crossing 15th, heading east on the north crosswalk. As she finished crossing and stepped up onto the curb, a man standing on that corner, reached out and down with his right arm and touched/grabbed her front private area. She was visibly surprised, pulled out her headphones and started screaming expletives (I assume, I think I saw a F*** you mouthed) at him. He, without batting an eye or acknowledging her screaming, casually crossed 15th St and then turned southbound on the west side of 15th. (more…)

Double Shooting in Columbia Heights just before 5pm

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a double shooting in the 1300 block of Columbia Road/1300 block of Harvard Street NW. Both victims have injuries that are believed to be non-life threatening. Due to the investigation, motorists in the area can expect road closures.

Please call 202-727-9099 if you have any information regarding this incident.”

MPD also tweeted:

“Shooting in the 1300 block of Columbia Rd N.W.Lookout for (2) males wearing black masks armed with handguns.”

Shooting Near Petworth Metro around 1245pm

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader reports:

“FYI, there was a shooting on Quebec and 10th and the entire block is taped by police.”

Alan Henney tweeted it occurred around 1pm.

Update from MPD:

“At 1239 hours, MPD was called to the 5900 block of Eastern Ave, NE, for the report of a shooting. Arriving units located an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

At 1242 hours, MPD was called to the 1000 block of Quebec Pl, NW for the report of a shooting. Arriving units located an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Detectives are investigating both cases.

Anyone with information regarding theses offenses should call MPD at (202)727-9099.”

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