Crime

So Much Sadness this Summer – Homicide Arrest Made in Death of 5 Week Old Baby in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch announced an arrest in the homicide that occurred on Tuesday, August 4, 2015.

On Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at approximately 3:43 pm, officers from the Fourth District along with members from DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the 3700 block of 9th Street Northwest for the report of an unconscious person. Upon arrival, they located a five week-old infant unconscious and unresponsive. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel transported the infant to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for Washington, DC determined the cause of death to be multiple blunt force injuries and the manner homicide.

On Monday, August 17, 2015, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 28-year-old Robert Smith Sr. of Northwest was arrested and charged with First Degree Felony Murder connection with the death of five week-old Robert Smith Jr. of Northwest, Washington, DC.”

Shooting at 13th and Florida Ave, NE and Shots Fired at 5th and Gallatin St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Fifth District members are currently investigating a shooting that occurred on August 17, 2015, at approximately 10:30 pm. in the 1100 block of Staples St. N.E. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the leg. The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 5’11, medium length dreadlocks, black T shirt, and riding a light blue bicycle.

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.”

@DCPoliceDept tweeted:

“5D Shooting_2256 hrs_1300 block of Florida Ave NE.”

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A reader reports:

“Shots fired in alley between Hamilton & Gallatin, 5th and 7th NW–Quick police response

Another night, another round of shots fired. I was relaxing in bed at approximately 9:30pm when I heard two shots–we have a lot of neighborhood firecrackers but I knew immediately these were shots. A big thank you to the police who showed up in force within 1-2 minutes of our call. Two casings recovered, along with a white car. Someone was cuffed and walked to a cruiser…not sure if the car and shooting is related or if there were any casualties.

While there has certainly been a fair amount of violence in the surrounding several blocks, this is the first time in the 4 years I’ve lived on this block we’ve had gun shots. There is one problem all of the neighbors identify as the problem house, and there’s no shortage of sketchy cars cruising through the alley but this is a new low.

Another sad example of a busy summer for DC police.”

Sadness, Anger and Frustration Mount with More Crime Reports

By Prince Of Petworth

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MPD responds to a request for more info:

“RPT DATE: 08/14/2015 19:20
OFFENSE: Robbery
METHOD: Robbery
BLOCK: 319 – 399 BLOCK OF MADISON STREET NW
LOCATION: Highway/Road/Alley/Street
START DT: 08/14/2015 14:23
END DT: 08/14/2015 14:24

The victim of the robbery was approached by two males on bicycles. One of the suspects displayed a handgun and demanded the victim’s property. The suspects are described as:

S-1 black, male, 13-14 years of age, 5’3”-5’5”, slim built, medium complexion, high top fade haircut wearing a black tank top and black shorts

S-2 black, male, 10 years of age 4’6”-4’8”, slim built, light complexion, twists in hair, red t-shirt

RPT DATE: 08/14/2015 20:22
OFFENSE: Sex Abuse
METHOD: First Degree Sex Abuse – Force
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The sexual assault occurred in the 1400 block of Quincy Street, NW. The Sexual Assault Unit detectives are investigating the case.”

Also 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 while armed incident that occurred on Sunday, August 16, 2015, at approximately 6:00 am, in the 600 block of Park Road, Northwest.

An adult female was approached by a suspect and was sexually assaulted at gunpoint. The suspect is described as a Black male, 5’5”-5’6”, in his twenties, medium complexion, and muscular build. He was observed wearing a blue and white plaid shirt, blue jeans, blue or purple in color hat, and black sunglasses. The suspect was armed with a black handgun.

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.”

“my neighbor was robbed at gunpoint on her front porch…demanded her keys, then stole her car”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Readers report:

“Carjacking at 15th & Allison/Webster NW just before midnight last night [Saturday]. Gun involved. Police notified. Neighbors assisted neighbor victim.”

and

“Just a heads up, my neighbor was robbed at gunpoint on her front porch last night at 11pm at the 4400 block of 15th st Nw. She was unlocking her door when three young men jumped out of an suv and demanded her keys, then stole her car. Her screams alerted us, and about a dozen people and police were there in minutes.

This was the second incident in our neighborhood that day (16th st heights) as a door was kicked in early in an attempted break-in.”

Reports of Shots Fired at 8th and Maryland Ave, NE Sunday Afternoon

By Prince Of Petworth

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@stephenrutgers tweeted us aroun 12:30pm:

“Witnessed a shooting at 8th and Maryland NE. When will @MayorBowser take action with these shootings.”

@HStreetDC_ tweeted:

“800 blk MD shut down. Police investigation. Two cars with windows shot out. Damn! Middle of the day, folks!”

Apparent Innocent Bystander, 23 Year Old AU Graduate, Killed in Saturday Afternoon’s Shooting in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating the homicide that occurred in the 1800 block of Seventh Street, Northwest on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at approximately 4:50 pm.

Third District officers responding to a call for a shooting located an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound in the block, unconscious and unresponsive. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The decedent was later transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

The decedent has been identified as 23 year-old Matthew Castrol Shlonsky, of Northeast, Washington.

Pursuant to the investigation, detectives are seeking a burgundy Chrysler 300, with a Maryland registration. The vehicle is equipped with a sunroof. The vehicle was observed fleeing the area of the offense.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at (202) 727.9099.

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 Washington Post reports:

“Online information indicated that he was a member of the class of 2014 at American University and was on the honor roll.

There was no indication that he was the intended target of the startling flurry of late afternoon gunfire in Shaw.”

Ed. Note: This is the second recent senseless tragedy for American University. On July 4th an American University graduate, Kevin Sutherland, was killed aboard a metro train at the NoMa station.

Shooting Near Shaw Metro Around 4:45pm Sat. Afternoon

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader reports:

“Drive by at 7th and S (right outside of the old fishnet), 5-6 shots. Huge police presence on the scene. There is someone down, being attended to. It appears to be serious.”

From @DCPolicedept:

“Shooting in 1800 block 7th St NW @ 1648 hrs. MPD on scene. No lookout at this time”

Another reader writes:

“Live right there. Heard 9 loud shots in quick succession. 7th and S intersection closed off”

and

“Shaw station is closed due to police activity. Apparently they won’t let anyone out or in the station.”

From Metro Transit Police:

“Police activity outside Shaw-Howard Station, topside, is a @DCPoliceDept investigation. S St entrance closed. R St entrance open. #wmata”

Shooting Homicide on 1st Street, NW between P and Q

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating the homicide of an adult male victim that occurred in the 1500 block of First Street, Northwest on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at approximately 1:00 am.
Additional information regarding the incident will be released as it becomes available.

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.”

@DCPoliceDept tweeted:

“Shooting: 0105 hrs in the 1500 block of 1st Street, NW. No lookout”

A reader tweeted us:

“Hey @PoPville at least 6 shots fired at 1st and Q, NW in Truxton Circle”

UPDATE from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating the homicide that occurred in the 1500 block of First Street, Northwest on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at approximately 1:00 am.
Fifth District officers responding to a call for the sounds of gunshots located an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound in the block, unconscious and unresponsive. The decedent was later transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

The decedent has been identified as 27 year-old Lawrence Alonzo Carter, of Northwest, Washington.

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.”

Battle of the ATVs Cont. New MPD Program Offers $250-500 Reward if Call to 911 Results in Confiscation

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Bonu$ to Phone Us: Off Road” is a program that offers DC residents the ability to call 911 when they know the location of an illegal ATV or dirt bike in Washington, DC. If the information results in the confiscation of an illegal dirt bike or ATV, the caller will be authorized to receive a $500 reward.”

Read the MPD Brochure:

Bonus 2 Phone Us – Off Road Brochure (PDF)

Ed. Note: The postcard above says $250 and the Brochure (PDF) says $500 reward.

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