Brentwood

“what the heck happened yesterday at rhode island row parking garage?”

By Prince Of Petworth


2300 Washington Place, NE

Update from MPD:

“On January 27, 2020, members of the Fifth District were dispatched to the parking garage at 2350 Washington Place NE for the report of an assault. An on scene investigation revealed that an adult male was assaulted on the second floor of the parking garage. The victim then either fell or jumped from the second level and landed on a dumpster below. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he was treated and subsequently released.

An overnight investigation led by the Fifth District Detectives Unit yielded a DC Superior Court Search Warrant. The warrant was executed by Detectives and members of the Fifth District Crime Suppression Team. An adult male was arrested with the recovery of a semi-automatic handgun with a large capacity magazine as well as a large amount of marijuana and US Currency.

The case continues to be investigated by the the Fifth District Detectives Unit, anyone with information is asked to call (202)727-9099″

“Dear PoPville,

what the heck happened yesterday at rhode island row parking garage? the incident happened at approximately 6:30-6:45p yesterday. I got there as the ambulance drove away and before the scores of cop and investigator cars flooded the area. i was stuck in the garage (parked my car there during the day) for 2.5 hours while they were investigating a crime scene that involved a fight blood and a guy jumped or was thrown off the 3rd story of the parking garage (more…)

What the Hell Went Down This Weekend? 10:20am Saturday Shooting Homicide in Brentwood; Shots Fired in Shaw; 10-11 year old sought in a robbery investigation in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


8th and O Street, NW Photo by Phil Sgro

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Saturday, December 14, 2019, in the 1000 block of Rhode Island Avenue, Northeast.

At approximately 10:20 am, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. (more…)

Councilmember McDuffie: “In response to a spate of recent violent incidents in Ward 5, last week I shared that I would be providing a more detailed update”

By Prince Of Petworth

From Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie:

“Neighbors,

In response to a spate of recent violent incidents in Ward 5, last week I shared that I would be providing a more detailed update, as well as hosting a series of community conversations around public safety. I called upon Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to increase patrols and have been working with both MPD and Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) to confront recent challenges. Please find below specific actions taken by MPD and ONSE in response to my requests.

Finally, I want to invite all residents to attend and participate in one of three upcoming community conversations on public safety taking place this Saturday, December 14, Monday, December 16, and Wednesday, December 18 (full details below). While I understand the notice for these meetings is relatively short, I did not want to delay these important conversations.

In service,

Kenyan

Update from the Metropolitan Police Department:

The Fifth District Crime Suppression Team is targeting all of Brentwood, Langdon, Edgewood, and Brookland neighborhoods on a daily basis, 7 days a week.

Additional officers and beats: (more…)

Three People Also Shot in Brentwood around 10:20pm, 1 of whom died

By Prince Of Petworth

Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday, September 19, 2019, in the 1300 block of Brentwood Road, Northeast.

At approximately 10:21 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located one adult male and one adult female victim, inside of an establishment, suffering from gunshot wounds. A second adult male was located in the 1400 block of Rhode Island Avenue, Northeast, suffering from a gunshot wound. DC Fire and EMS personnel responded to the scene and transported the victims to local hospitals for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, one of the adult male victims was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 20 year-old Sean Coleman-Bey, of Northeast, DC. (more…)

Crime Reports from the 3-Day weekend

By Prince Of Petworth

Unfortunately I was out of town over the weekend and received many messages about crime reports over the weekend. While I try to tweet these out as I get them, I’m posting them here for posterity and our historical record. Thanks to all who messaged me and apologies for the late reply.

From Friday:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in connection with a Burglary One and Second Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred on Friday, August 30, 2019, in the 1300 block 30th Street, Northwest.

At approximately 1:30 AM, the suspect gained entry to a private residence. Once inside, the suspect sexually assaulted a female victim. The suspect then fled the scene.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 20-30 years in age, with bald or short hair. He was last seen wearing a black shirt.

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 sending a text message to 50411.”

From Saturday August 31st:

“The First District is currently conducting an investigation into shots being fired in the 1100 block of I St SE. At this time no one has been struck. A vehicle in the area was struck.

The suspects involved in this incident have been described as 2 black male juveniles riding a blue and black Revel Moped. (more…)

“will include 1,500 apartment units and 250,000 square feet of retail and significant public realm improvements, including a plaza, new urban grid, dog park, and ample outdoor seating.” AND an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema!!

By Prince Of Petworth


6th and Rhode Island Ave, NE

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser, Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, and Interim Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development John J. Falcicchio broke ground on Phase I of Bryant Street, a 13-acre mixed-use development that will deliver 487 apartment units, a nine-screen cinema, and 35,000 square feet of retail to Ward 5. The District provided a Tax-Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for the first phase of the development, which is expected to generate about $4 million in annual tax revenue. (more…)

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