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From MPD:
“Shortly after 1:30 AM this morning, MPD units received 911 calls for the sounds of gunshots in the vicinity of 9th & Kennedy Streets, NW. Pursuant to the investigation, a subject was stopped in the 5500 block of 9th Street, NW. This person, an adult male, was found to be in unlawful possession of a firearm. The individual was placed under arrest for Carrying a Pistol Without a License and other firearms-related charges”
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“Dear PoPville,
Around 5:50pm Sunday night, a 12-14 yr old kid grabbed my wife’s butt while we got off the metro at Waterfront station (train was headed southbound, we were in the last car). I confronted the group – 4 kids total – and stated that they were most likely on video (hopefully this is true) and that I was calling the police. In response, one of them told me that he was going to “blast” me. Long story short, I followed them and gave a description to the 911 operator – props to Metro Transit PD and MPD for a very quick response. Of course, some idiot who had nothing to do with it was chirping at me to “stop snitchin.”
Suspects: (more…)
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division, Sexual Assault Unit seeks the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a person of interest in connection with an Assault with Intent to Commit First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred in the 1300 block of M Street, Northwest.
On February 26, 2016, at approximately 12:45 am, the victim was approached by a black male suspect who grabbed her and attempted to sexually assault her.
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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From MPD:
“The Fifth District is investigating a shooting that occurred on February 29, 2016, at about 0100 hours. The victim was shot once and is being treated at an area hospital for non- life threatening injuries. Anyone with information should call the Fifth District Detectives Office at 202-698-0660.”
Ed. Note: No judgement, no lecturing, no preaching – just keep an eye out please. Thanks.
“Dear PoPville,
My car was broken into and all my belongings stolen, in Shaw [10th and N. NW]. Crucial thing is my laptop, which has my dissertation and Ph.D. stuff on it and which I am absolutely dying without, as well as my school stuff. I am offering a reward to anyone who gives it back. No questions asked. Cash. [email protected]”
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“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to make people aware of something that happened last night and to thank MPD for their quick response.
Around 1:00am last night, I was walking home on the 1000 block of F Street NE after parking my car around the block. At the intersection of 10th and F Street NE, I noticed a Honda Civic slow down alongside me. I first thought I was about to be robbed, but the driver began sort of catcalling. (“Hello…you look pretty.”) The driver asked if I needed any help, I responded no and asked him to drive on. Instead, the driver then put on his hazards and began driving back and forth on the block, U-turning at the intersections on both sides. During this, I stopped walking because I didn’t want the driver to know where I lived and possibly approach me while I was unlocking my door. I then told the driver that I would call the police if he didn’t drive away. He got a little agitated at this, saying “there’s no need to call the police. Just talk to me.” So I immediately called 911. (more…)
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From MPD:
“On Wednesday February 24, 2016, at 10:45PM members of the First District responded to the 1100 block of F Street, NW for the report of a Robbery.
The complainant in this case states she was walking in the 1100 block of F Street, NW when three (3) suspects approached her. The suspects then began assaulting the complainant and stole her purse. A citizen, who witnessed the event, chased after one of the suspects and was able to catch and detain the subject until MPD’s arrival. (more…)
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From the Brookland Listserve:
“Yesterday evening around 6 pm, I arrived home, parked, got things out of my car, walked up to my front door, and put the key in and unlocked it. It was dark and rainy and our porch light wasn’t on because we hadn’t been home all day. Just as I went to turn the handle, I felt a tugging on my shoulder where I was carrying my purse and a larger tote back. I didn’t understand what was happening but grabbed onto them very tight. At some point, I realized there was a young man pulling on them. As he pulled, he dragged me back toward the steps, where I slid down on my back. I finally couldn’t hold on any more and he got the two bags and ran across the neighbor’s yard to a car that was waiting for him on 16th Street between Newton and Otis. I couldn’t get to it fast enough to see anything about it.
The police responded within minutes of my phone call and were great. Lots of police, seemed very thorough, were very respectful. And I’m fine – just a sprained finger on the hand with which I was holding onto the bags.
Be careful – it would never have occurred to me to worry about someone grabbing my purse as I stood at my front door at 6 pm. I’m going to start paying attention to any car sitting with people in it apparently doing nothing that I don’t recognize, get license plates numbers and makes, and call the police.”
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From MPD:
“Notice of a Scam!!
5D is aware of at least one incident occurring regarding several individuals knocking on doors during the day misrepresenting themselves as Verizon representatives. Apparently, they are attempting to gain entry into homes to “check on the speed of computers”. Do not allow these individuals into your homes.
Verizon’s website reports this is a scam. Please, Please, Please call the police immediately.
This website for more information from Verizon.
Illegal Entry
It has been reported that unknown individuals, posing as Verizon employees, have been attempting to enter the homes of D.C. residents under the guise of performing a “systems check” on FiOS or another Verizon service. It is a scam.
Please be advised that Verizon does not make unscheduled or unannounced day or nighttime visits to customer locations.
Additionally, anyone claiming to work for us should be able to produce a Verizon photo ID, which you should ask to see.
Anyone who has experienced suspicious activities like this should call Verizon’s 24 x 7 Security Control Center at 1-800-997-3287.”
courtesy Matt Shlonsky Memorial Fund
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced that a third arrest has been made in a homicide in the 1800 Block of Seventh Street, Northwest, on Thursday, August 15, 2015.
At approximately 4:50 pm, Third District officers responded to a call for a shooting, where they located an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound, unconscious and unresponsive. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
On Tuesday, February 23, 2016, 26-year-old Christopher Proctor, of Northwest, DC, was arrested pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant. Mr. Proctor is charged with Second Degree Murder While Armed, in the shooting death of Matthew Shlonsky.
“Our detectives continue to work diligently in our investigative efforts, and it was through a variety of different detective work that our members were able to identify, locate, and make the third arrest. We hope it brings closure and a peace of mind to all who were invested in this case as we continue a successful investigation.” — Chief of Police, Cathy Lanier.”