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A reader reports:
“My husband and I awoke to several shots at 9th & Madison St NW and a dozen or more squad cars in the neighborhood around 11/11:30 last night and I was trying to find more information. Sounds like it was an active weekend in the neighborhood and maybe it’s related.”
Anyone else hear this?
800 block of Jefferson Street, NW
From MPD:
“On Sunday November 18, 2018, at approximately 6:25pm Fourth District members responded to call for sounds of gunshots, in the 800 block of Jefferson ST NW. Upon their arrival they located a victim, who had been shot multiple times. The victim was suffering from life threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
This case is actively being investigated by MPDs Homicide Branch. Anyone with any information is encouraged to call MPD on 202-727-9099.”
A reader reported:
“I heard eight or so shots. Heard a similar number near there yesterday [Saturday] at 8pm.”
Another reader heard the Saturday 8pm shooting was around 5th and Kennedy Street, NW.
Thanks to Mikia for the update on Milk and Honey Cafe’s Catch 22 coming to the old Imm Thai/Brightwood Bistro space.
Some tasty teaser photos after the jump. (more…)
805 Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to John for sending. The liquor license placard says:
“Seating Capacity of 18 inside. Total Occupancy Load of 18. Sidewalk Café with 10 seats.”
Taqueria Distrito Federal opened up here back in August 2008. May they have many more delicious, fun filled years ahead.
Well this is awesome. From ANXO:
“Join us Saturday, October 27th for the 2nd annual Happy Trees Community Festival. (more…)
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From MPD:
“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 First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred on Sunday, October 21, 2018, in the 700 block of Longfellow Street, Northwest. (more…)
5828 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to all who passed on word. :( November 10th The farewell party of Simple Bar:
“Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 7 PM
Almost five years !! We are not giving up !! They are kick us out !!
This is our way to say good bye with the only way Simple Bar always did happy, positive and artistic. Join us for live music with the best cumbia bands of dc area !!”
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Samantha reported around 9pm last night:
“Sounds like rapid gunfire on Lamont St. in Mt Pleasant just now — anyone know what’s going on? Fireworks or at least three rapid-fire gunshots.
Cops are collecting multiple shell cases on Lamont and 17th — searching now in the alley for the shooter who took off running.”
Jake replied: (more…)
713 Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to Eric and Jeff for sending. The liquor license placard for Cheesemonster Studio says:
“New Restaurant specializing in creative cheeseboards with accompaniments such as cured meats, nuts, pickled vegetables and sweets. Will also have an array of light fare appetizers available. Cheese classes and wine tastings will be held. Sidewalk Café with 10 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 15 with seating for 14. Requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment inside the premises only.”
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From MPD:
“Leaving after Colliding Hit & Run – Pedestrian, 5300 b/o Georgia Ave NW, CCN 174-040
On October 13, at approximately 11:30pm, the Victim was in the crosswalk crossing over Georgia Avenue NW when he was struck by a vehicle, which continued southbound on Georgia Ave at a high rate of speed. The Victim sustained a broken leg and a laceration to the head, and was transported to a local hospital, where he was listed in stable condition. Based on the vehicle parts left behind on scene, the vehicle is believed to be a Nissan Xterra pickup truck, model year between 2002-2004.
Any with information regarding this crime is asked to contact MPD at (202) 727-9099.”