Crime

BicycleSpace Robbed on K Street but MPD officers “recovered and returned a number of bikes”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Eileen reports:

“Break in at BicycleSPACE in Mt Vernon Square. Police on scene. Tape around area & A Baked Joint next door.”

MPD reports:

“The First Police District reports the Burglary of an Establishment this morning in the 400 block of K Street, NW at approximately 6:30 AM. The established was entered by person(s) who broke out the glass in the front door and took a number of bikes that were recovered by our officers and returned to the owner of the establishment.

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s First Police District are investigating this Burglary and should you have witnessed this break in or have knowledge of it, we urge you to contact the departments Command Information Center immediately on 202-727-9099 and reference CCN# 16-140-304.

Persons with information may also anonymously text via cell phone to 50411.”

Shooting Homicide in the 1200 block of 18th Place, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 1200 block of 18th Place, Northeast on Sunday, August 21, 2016.

At approximately 2:05 am, members of the Fifth District heard the sounds of gunshots. Officers responded to the area and located an adult male, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire & EMS personnel responded to the scene and found no signs consistent with life. The victim remained on the scene until being transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

The decedent has been identified as 24-year-old Dante Miller, of Northeast, DC.

The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone that provides information which leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.”

The NoMa Flasher/Pervert is Back. Again.

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

I just wanted to make people in the NoMa neighborhood aware of a situation I encountered this morning. As I was walking towards the NoMa metro station, there was a man on the 400 block of M Street NE who was exposed and touching himself. He was just standing off to the side of the sidewalk and watching people walk by. He ran south on 5th Street as soon as I got my phone out to call 911, but I was able to give a pretty good description of him to the 911 dispatcher. He looked like he was in his 40s, black, heavy set with a white t-shirt, dark jeans and dark hat, and a beard. He did not appear homeless – his clothes were clean and I noticed he had a phone. I have heard other reports of someone in the neighborhood exposing himself, but I am not sure if this is the same guy.”

Details about the 7:15pm Shooting in the 1300 block of Hamilton St, NW (Hamiliton Recreation Center)

By Prince Of Petworth

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Thanks to all who tweeted info to @PoPville while events were unfolding last night.

From MPD:

“Around 7:15 PM, MPD responded to the sounds of gun shots in the 1300 block of Hamilton Street, NW. Officers located the victim on the Hamilton Recreation Center who reported that while he was playing basketball he observed two people opening his backpack. He approached these two people and one of them displayed a handgun. The victim ran off and heard the sounds of gun shots. He also observed one of the people take his backpack and motorized bike. The victim was unharmed and no one reported injuries as a result of the gun shots. The Fourth District Detectives are investigating this case.

If anyone has information, please call the MPD at (202)727-9099 or text at 50411”

“Two suspects, armed with handguns, forced their way into a residence and held the occupants at gunpoint”

By Prince Of Petworth

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vehicle stolen during a Burglary One While Armed via MPD

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle stolen during a Burglary One While Armed offense which occurred in the 1800 block of Upshur Street, Northwest, on Sunday, August 14, 2016 at approximately 10:38 pm.

Two suspects, armed with handguns, forced their way into a residence and held the occupants at gunpoint. One victim received minor injuries. The suspects stole a laptop and a black-colored 2004 Volkswagen Jetta wagon with DC tags CR1373. The vehicle in the photo is the actual vehicle. The vehicle has a bike rack attached to the rear of the vehicle as well as distinctive stickers on the rear bumper and lift gate.

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.”

Early Morning Shooting Near Nats Park; Gun Recovery at 14th and V; Gun Recovery in Brookland (with a harrowing account)

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Alert: Shooting at 0258 hrs in the 1400 block of 1st Street SW. Lookout for a cream or tan colored vehicle”

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From MPD:

“In the early morning hours of Wednesday, August 17th, MPD was called to the 2000 block of 14th St. NW for a man with a gun. 3D officers were on-scene within seconds and conducted a traffic stop on V St. NW where (1) male was arrested for Carrying (2) Pistols Without A License.”

From MPD:

“On August 16, 2016, at about 3:15 p.m., members of the Fifth District made 2 arrests and recovered a Glock pistol in the 1800 block of Jackson St NE.”

In response a resident shares some details on the Brookland listserv:

“Police were chasing two young men… In their attempt to flee, they ran the stop sign on Jackson at 18th without stopping. Their vehicle impacted a mother and her infant child who were traveling south (up the hill) on 18th.

The Baby was transported. Unknown on the extent of injuries. Both men fled on foot and were caught by mpd.”

15 Year Old Arrested in Friday’s Shooting in the McDonald’s Bathroom by Verizon Center

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s First District have announced an arrest has been made in an Assault with Intent to Kill offense which occurred in the 600 block of F Street, Northwest.

On Friday, August 12, 2016, at approximately 11:35 am, officers responded for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital, and currently is listed in serious but stable condition.

On Saturday, August 13, 2016, a 15 year-old Juvenile male of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault with intent to Kill (Gun).”

Shots Fired in Bloomingdale/LeDroit Park 10:45pm Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“At approximately 10:45 p.m., MPD Officer responded to the area of 2nd/S Street Northwest, for the sounds of gunshots. During the canvass, 2 shell casings were found in the 1800 block of 2nd Street Northwest. No property damage or injured individuals were found. A dark colored vehicle possibly Crown Vic drove away quickly after the sounds of gunshots travelling N/B on 2nd Street.

Any persons with information regarding this crime may contact the Fifth District Detectives’ Office at 202-698-0260, or the MPD Command Information Center at 202-727-9099. CCN: 16-136-302

Persons with information may also anonymously text via cell phone to 50411.”

“Shots Fired and Car Damage In Brentwood early Sunday Morning”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Several cars were shot on the 1300 block of Downing Street Sunday morning (the 14th) at 4:50 AM. In total, eight or more cars were shot, some 5-7 times. Police were on the scene within a minute or two investigating, collecting shell casings, and preparing a report until around 7 AM. Around 6am a man who was casually walking up and down the block was taken away in handcuffs but it isn’t known if it was related to the incident.

If you parked your car over there that night I highly recommend that you come see if there is damage. If you need a police report for insurance purposes, the number is 135899.”

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