@joeflood tweets us around 5:30pm:
“Good Samaritan was hit by robber after he tried to stop him stealing this grill”
Crime
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From an email:
“There was a break in at BloomBars. It took a while to process why anyone would rob a non-profit arts organization serving the community…and make out with our donation boxes and contents of our curse jar no less…which is kind of comical…(“$1 for naughty, $2 for nasty” it says…maybe he preferred soap mouthwash). So how did I respond? I told our own redemption song with the surveillance video and made an art instillation from the rock he threw through the window and the broken glass. It was cathartic and healing. The lesson: beauty can come from broken glass and a little forgiveness. Have a look..”
Ed. Note: You can support BloomBars here.
3222 11th Street, NW
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From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection with a First Degree Sexual Assault that occurred in the area of the Unit block of Grant Circle, Northwest.
On Sunday, August 23, 2015, between the hours of 2:00 am and approximately 3:50 am, an adult female was forcibly sexually assaulted. The suspect is described as a black male, 25-35 years old, dark complexion and short haircut. He was observed wearing a white shirt. The suspect is possibly an Uber driver, was seen operating a white in color, sports car type vehicle with black leather seats.
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.”
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in reference to a Robbery-Pickpocket incident which occurred in the 5500 block of Connecticut Avenue, Northwest, on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at approximately 3:43 pm.
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.”
An Intelligent Discussion on “Gun Violence in Columbia Heights” between a Resident and the MPD Chief
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A very honest, interesting, respectful and lengthy email exchange between a resident and MPD Chief Lanier, in which I was included:
“Chief Lanier,
I am a 25+ year resident of DC and currently live at the intersection of Sherman and Morton in Columbia Heights. I greatly respect the job you’ve done as Chief and am someone you could normally count on as a strong supporter. It is with regret that today I’m emailing you to express my strong dissatisfaction with the current state of the response to the uptick in violence in the city both from MPD and from the Mayor’s office. For months, I’ve been attending various meetings with the 3rd and 4th district leadership, following the statements of the agencies involved and privately and extensively canvassing line police officers across the city (nb: I have not spoken with any union officials). Here is what I’ve been told so far – (more…)
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From MPD:
“Members of the Metropolitan Police Department’s Narcotics and Special Investigation Division Human Trafficking Unit announced additional arrests have been made in the on-going prostitution enforcement operation.
On Sunday, August 23, 2015, nine adult males were arrested. The men have all been charged with Solicitation of Prostitution.
The total count of arrests in this operation so far is 224. These recent arrests took place in and around the downtown area in Washington, DC.
The Human Trafficking Unit began conducting prostitution enforcement operations on Tuesday, July 14, 2015.
The Metropolitan Police Department continues to respond to complaints about crime and encourages the public to contact the Metropolitan Police Department with those concerns.”
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From MPD:
“At approximately 5:30 PM, this evening [Sunday] we received a call for the sounds of gunshots in the area of 4th and Elm St, N.W.
A quick response by nearby police officers and several citizens who called 911 we were able stop the involved parties.
As a result, we recovered two handguns.”
A resident inquired – “Were arrests made? Were they shooting for fun or in process of other crimes?”
“One arrest at this time. There were no other crimes associated.”
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From MPD:
“Fifth District members are currently investigating a shooting that occurred on August 22, 2015, at approximately 12:30 am. in the 1300 block of Florida Ave N.E. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the stomach. The only lookout given were two black male suspects.
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.”
Ed. Note: Earlier this week there was also a shooting in the 1300 block of Florida Ave, NE.
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@DCPoliceDept tweeted just after 10pm:
“Stabbing //200 blk of 10th Street, SE //LOF B/M wearing tan shorts”
Update:
“On Friday, August 21, 2015, at around 10:45PM, in the 200 block of 10th Street, Southeast, (2) individuals, who are acquainted, engaged in a physical altercation that resulted in one of the individuals cutting the other in the face with a sharp object.
The victim in this case was transported to a local hospital by DCFD where he was treated for his injuries.
This case is currently being investigated by the First District Investigative Unit.”
Update on the Brookland barricade situation from AlertDC:
“Due to Police Activity, the following road closures remain the same at this time.
1800 block of Randolph Street N.E
1800-2000 block of Lawrence Street N.E
3400-3900 block of 18th Street N.E
3400-3900 block of South Dakota Avenue, N.E
No time has been given for when the road will reopen. Please use alternate routes.”
Update:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide which occurred in the 3700 block of 18th Street, Northeast, where on Friday, August 21, 2015, at approximately 10:15 am, members of the Fifth District responded to a call for a shooting. Upon arrival, they found an adult female suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and found no signs of life. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene and transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
The decedent is identified as 63 year-old Loretta Carswell of Northeast, Washington DC.”
Update:
“The barricade situation in the 3600 block of 18th Street, NE has concluded. The suspect is in custody. The surrounding road closures will be lifted shortly. The 3600 block of 18th Street, NE will remain closed until further notice”
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MPD reports just before 11am:
“3600 18th St, NE. (1) Victim shot.”
“UPDATE: The following streets are closed due to police activity:
Otis Street NE between 18th and 20th Streets NE
South Dakota Ave NE between 20th St NE and Randolph St NE
Randolph St NE between 18th and South Dakota
18th between Randolph St NE and Otis St NE
Please avoid the area.”
Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide which occurred in the 3700 block of 18th Street, Northeast, where on Friday, August 21, 2015, at approximately 10:15 am, members of the Fifth District responded to a call for a shooting. Upon arrival, they found an adult female suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and found no signs of life. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene and transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
The decedent’s identity is being withheld pending positive identification.”
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced an arrest has been made in the homicide which occurred on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at approximately 4:50 pm, in the 1800 block of Seventh Street, Northwest.
On Friday, August 21, 2015 at approximately 4:30 am pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 19 year-old Marcus King, of Northwest, DC was arrested. He was charged with Second Degree Murder While Armed, in the shooting death of 23 year-old Matthew Shlonsky, of Northeast, DC.”