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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.”
5111 Georgia Avenue, NW
TL writes: “Sad to see them go, but if they expanded their concept into a full Italian deli closer to the Petworth Metro or on upper 14th Street, they’d crush it.”
From Pepperoni Chic:
“Hello Friends and Supporters of Pepperoni Chic
Remember we are a “Pop-up” and now we are Popping-out – Soon.
Pepperoni Chic will leave the location at 5111 Georgia Avenue, NW on Saturday, October 27 – our last night of business.
We have met so many wonderful people in the past few months and will miss all of you. (more…)
K reported around 10pm Saturday night:
“2 shots heard and a guy running down 5th towards Kennedy St. Police are here.”
MPD reported:
“Shooting at 2143 hrs in the 5500 block of 5th Street, NW. No Lookout.”
Update from MPD:
“On October 14, 2018 at approximately 9:40pm, an unknown Suspect fired two rounds at the Victim from a passing vehicle. As a result, the Victim sustained a gunshot wound to the upper left chest. The Victim was transported to a local hospital and listed in serious but stable condition. The shooting appears to have escalated from a previous argument. No usable lookout at this time.
Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to contact MPD at (202) 727-9099.”
Around the same time we received multiple reports of loud booms, “canons”, fireworks etc a bit further south in Petworth/Columbia Heights.
Sunday morning E confirmed:
“I thought the 13th and Randolph incident was fireworks but found a bullet next to my car this morning on 13th street“
701 Kennedy Street, NW back in June 2017 when we first heard about the plans.
Thanks to Jeff for sending word on the new liquor license placard posted at Rotonda:
“New Tavern serving pizza. Sidewalk Café with 42 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 49 with seating for 35.”
STAY TUNED for an opening date.
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From MPD:
“On October 3, 2018 at 7:15 pm – Fourth District Units responded for a shooting in the 5700 block of Georgia Ave NW
The complainant reported he was involved in a physical altercation with suspects 1 and 2, during the struggle one of the suspects produced a gun, and the complainant was struck in his lower body. (more…)
5832 Georgia Avenue, NW. Previously Brightwood Bistro/Imm Thai
Thanks to Charlotte and Sara for sending:
“When I was passing through the Georgia/Missouri Ave intersection Saturday morning, I noticed an opening soon sign from “Milk and Honey Cafe present Catch 22″ on the former Imm Thai/Brightwood Bistro space.
Catch 22 will apparently feature Southern Seafood & Brunch. I wish them the best & hope they last!”