Crime

“the dog was hanging from a tree branch from his mouth and again making just the most terrible noises”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

I witnessed a rather disturbing event yesterday evening (April 28) on the 700 block of Morton Street NW. From inside the house I was at, I heard multiple gut wrenching howls seeming to come from a dog. I go outside and notice on the sidewalk at the middle of the block a man with two pit bulls – one of which appeared to be hanging from a tree. The dog was howling in pain and I couldn’t really see what was going on but the noises the dog made were definitely ones of pain. I proceeded to take a small video clip from afar (did not want to approach this man and the pit bulls). A screen shot is attached (grainy- but you can see the dog standing/hanging upright on the right). I spoke with two others that passed by and witnessed this going on and apparently the owner of the dog was teaching the dog to “prune the branches of the tree”. I have no idea what the hell that means, but the dog was hanging from a tree branch from his mouth and again making just the most terrible noises. (more…)

“Consistent Car Breaks Ins on Georgia Ave”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Over the last month or so on my walk home from the Petworth metro I’ve seen at least 8 instances of cars with their back windows broken into. Every time these cars have been parked on the 3600 block of Georgia Ave directly next to the CVS (across from Fisherman of Men Church) in that stretch of 8-10 parking spaces before you hit Princeton Place. I have never seen it happen before this and I think some of the times it’s happening in broad daylight which is crazy to me considering how busy the street is.

I had my car window smashed in a couple years ago despite there being nothing of value in the car to steal and it was such a bummer, so I wish I could warn these people before they decide to park in these spots! Obviously people will continue to park there, but at least they know there’s a risk involved. Can CVS post notices on their side wall warning that there’s been a string of break-ins in those spots? Considering that that CVS is always a mess, I’m less than optimistic that they’d do anything about it; but I’d just hate to sit idly by as it happens to more people. Is there anything that we can do?”

“Over the course of the next few weeks some of us may see pink “tickets” on our vehicles.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Over the course of the next few weeks some of us may see pink “tickets” on our vehicles. Officers will be looking for any vehicle found with items in plain view or with doors unlocked. Any vehicle they find will be given one of the Warning: Notice of Infraction “tickets”. These are not actual tickets, though they appear to be, they are educational and meant to be reminders.”

“Synthetic marijuana sales and use in this area are a huge concern.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Our efforts in the 900 block of G St., N.W. are really making a difference and I wanted to take a moment and give the community a brief update on our progress. Synthetic marijuana sales and use in this area are a huge concern. In this block over the past week Metropolitan Police Department officers have arrested 8 individuals for distribution of synthetic marijuana, and seized over 100 grams of the drug. Also during this period officers have arrested numerous individuals that congregate in this block for their outstanding arrest warrants. We plan to continue this type of enforcement and we plan on similar and even greater success, with a goal of eliminating any and all criminal activity in this block. I want to thank our community members that have assisting MPD with information on these criminals; Continued assistance and support from our community is essential in this type of problem. Thank you for your time and be safe.”

“2nd Gun Shots Incident near 3rd and T St, NE in Less than 1 week & 4th Incident in Less than 6 Mths”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Update from MPD:

“On Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at approximately 1142 pm a man responded to the 300 block of U street NE to complete a sales transaction for a pair of shoe that were purchased over the internet. When the man arrived he was approached by the purchaser and two additional individuals. The suspects robbed the man and as he fled to his car the suspects shot at the man striking him in the leg. Fifth District Officers responded to the scene and conducted an initial investigation which lead to the recovery of one semi-automatic hand gun.”

A reader reports:

“In addition to the incident of gun shots that occurred about 12:50 am on April 26, 2016, there were multiple gun shots heard last night and police activity seen, again, in the 1900-2000 block of 3rd St. NE. While there appeared to be an investigation two days ago conducted in the alley behind 3rd Street, last night the police taped off an area directly on 3rd Street near U Street. (more…)

About that Police Response in Petworth this Morning

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Fourth District have announced arrests have been made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon offense that occurred in the 4400 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest on Tuesday, April 26, 2016.

Members of the Fourth District responded to a call for the report of a stabbing. At approximately 9:02 am, two subjects approached a juvenile male who was exiting a bus near Georgia Avenue and Webster Avenue, NW. The victim attempted to run away after the subjects threatened him. The victim was tripped by the subjects, then stabbed with a knife; both suspects then fled the scene on foot. The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries.

On Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 19-year-old Deangelo McCombs, of Southeast DC, and 19-year-old Malik Dominique Lambert, of Northwest, DC, were arrested and are being charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon.”

Armed Robbery 12:30pm at 13th and C St, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Robbery Hold Up Gun: our victim was standing in the vicinity of a metro bus stop today at 13th and C Streets NE at approximately 12:30PM today when approached by 2 male suspects, one of which displayed a black handgun and demanded C-1’s property. The suspects were seen fleeing the scene on foot then got into what was described as a Red Jeep Grand Cherokee that was staged in the alley. This is an OPEN case currently being investigated by the First Police Detective Unit.”

“The driver of the vehicle offered the child candy, and attempted to lure the child into the vehicle.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department’s Youth and Family Services Division seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating two persons of interest, and a vehicle of interest in connection with an incident that occurred in the 3900 block of Argyle Terrace, Northwest.

On Monday, April 18, 2016, at approximately 7:00 pm, two subjects approached a female child in a white vehicle. The driver of the vehicle offered the child candy, and attempted to lure the child into the vehicle.

The vehicle of interest is described as being either a white sedan or a small white SUV.

One of the subjects is described as a White or Hispanic male, approximately 70-years-old, with grey short hair, green eyes, and a tattoo in the shape of a beetle on the back of his neck. The other subject is described as a White or Hispanic male, approximately 60-years-old, with white hair and a nose ring. Both individuals are described as having an accent.

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.”

“Anyone Have Info on Shots Fired Last Night in Eckington?”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Does anyone have information on the shots fired incident that happened around 1am last night in the alley behind 3rd NE, between T and U? Two shots woke me up, and another seven or so followed. I called 911, and four squad cars came out for about two hours. I didn’t go out to speak with them at the time, but have been trying to follow-up today. Keep getting transferred and leaving messages. I’m wondering if anyone was hurt (hoping not; there wasn’t an ambulance), if they found casings (would like to know just how close this happened to my building–the shots seemed about 30 yards away), and if they have any suspects.”

Sexual Assault 1:15am Sunday at 12th and Clifton St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division, Sexual Assault Unit seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection with a First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred in the 2500 block of 12th Street, Northwest.

On Sunday, April 24, 2016, at approximately 1:15 am, the suspect approached the victim from behind, forced her into an alley, and sexually assaulted the victim.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his early 30’s with facial hair stubble, approximately 5’ tall, athletic build, wearing dark clothing with long pants and a backwards cap.

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.”

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