Columbia Heights

Massive “Blast” in Columbia Heights around 10pm Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Last night I got an update from DC alert saying that something occurred and that there were road closures on the 2700-2800 block of 14th Street. My husband rode by it in his way home from work around 10:30 pm and Said there were multiple cop cars, K-9s, ambulance, etc… he also said there were many people gathered around the scene.”

Got a few messages about this but thanks to Gustavo for sending photos of the damage from 14th and Fairmont St, NW. “Some kids put an M80 or the equivalent in that newspaper box. I believe that cars in traffic on 14th were also damaged.”

One reader in the rant revel said it was a sound “that was something between nuclear bomb and the slamming of the lid on a 100 ft tall garbage bin.” (more…)

8 Residents Displaced After Major Fire in Columbia Heights Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


11th and Columbia Road, NW. Photo by DC Fire and EMS

From DC Fire and EMS:

“2nd Alarm Fire now 3000 block 11th St NW. Heavy fire rear porches in 2 two story row houses that has extended inside and into attics. No injuries at this time”

“Update 2nd Alarm 3000 block 11th St NW. Radiant heat also ignited roofline and cornice of home on Columbia Rd across the alley from the fire. We have contained that and extinguishing pockets of fire in original buildings.”

“2 Alarm Fire 3000 block 11th St NW under control. We have 6 confirmed displacements needing assistance from @RedCrossNCR. 2 additional residents from house on Columbia Rd. displaced but making alternate living arrangements. Firefighters undergoing decontamination and rehab.” (more…)

UPDATE – found in a towing lot. “Repeated calls to DPW have resulted in their INSISTING the car is on that block, which it is not.” Anyone happen to see a Silver Kia Sportage?

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Beau Finley

“Dear PoPville,

So my car was towed from 13th and Kenyon NW because a house on the block is being remodeled. I called DPW and they said the car was located at the 1300 block of Park Rd. I walked up and down that block about 6 times pressing the panic button [ed. note: for the car to honk] and no dice. Repeated calls to DPW have resulted in their INSISTING the car is on that block, which it is not. They’re now at the point of hanging up on me when I call so I’m walking around Columbia heights pressing the panic button on my car key hoping by some miracle to find it. It’s a silver Kia Sportage with temporary VA tags. This is kind of my last ditch effort before reporting it stolen.”

Ed. Note: If somebody does happen to catch this hail mary please email me, [email protected], where you saw it and I’ll pass on to OP. Or of course post in the comments – thank you.

Today’s Rental is “perfect for every lifestyle.”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 2505 13th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1394 / 311ft2 – We fit your lifestyle! Studio! Highview & Castle Manor

RENT: $1394 – $1644/month | SIZE: 311 – 375 sq ft | BEDROOMS: Studio | BATHROOMS: 1

LEASE TERMS: 12-Month

ABOUT COMMUNITY:

When it comes to elegant and convenient Washington D.C. apartment living, Highview Castle Manor Apartments simply can’t be topped. (more…)

“The amount of men paying for sex in broad daylight in this neighborhood has gotten so common that i wanted to seek suggestions of actions the community can take.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: At the request of OP, I have removed the details previously posted.

“Dear PoPville,

What do people suggest in terms of alerting police to prostitution in their neighborhood? It seems the women working around Columbia Heights/Petworth are very much controlled and under the influence of drugs and someone else- do we contact police? Do we refer to an organization? Is there outreach available? The amount of men paying for sex in broad daylight in this neighborhood has gotten so common that i wanted to seek suggestions of actions the community can take.”

Man Shot Multiple Times 6:40pm Sunday in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


Otis Place between 11th and 13th Street, NW

From MPD:

“At approximately 1840 hours, Fourth District members responded to the rear of the 3500 block of 11th ST NW, for sounds of gun shots. Upon their arrival, they located an adult victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was conscious and breathing. The victim was then transported to an area hospital for treatment. The suspect is described as a black male, in his early 20s, wearing a white baseball hat, a T-shirt with orange, medium complexion, about 5’10 in height, and short hair.

Fourth District Detectives are actively investigating the case.

Anyone with information should contact MPD at 202-727-9099.”

Ed. Note: A reader reported hearing 7-10 shots fired.

Today’s Rental is a “Sunny English basement with outdoor space for grilling”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 13th and Harvard St, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$2400 / 2br – 800ft2 – COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CHARMER 2BR/2BA

BASICS: Sunny English basement with outdoor space for grilling, open-plan kitchen and great room, 2 nice-sized BRs each with private BA. Red oak floors throughout, stainless appliances and granite counter-tops. In-unit w/d. Central AC/Heat.

LOCATION: (more…)

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