From MPD:
“2:00 pm – 3500 11th Street, NW (11th & Monroe Street Park) C1 reported that S1 approached him and asked to use his cell phone, when he refused S1 grabbed C1 and bit him on his right arm. C1 pushed S1 away, S1 then picked up a brick, put it inside a sock and began swinging the brick at C1, without striking him. S1 threw the brick on the ground and fled the scene on foot.
C1 refused medical treatment.”
14th and Fairmont St, NW by James
From MPD:
“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting at the intersection of 14th Street and Fairmont Street NW. An adult male sustained non-life threatening injuries in this incident and has been transported to an area hospital.
Motorists and pedestrians in the area should expect street closures while we investigate and are asked to seek alternate routes.
Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099 or text to 50411.”
Photo by PoPville flickr user brunofish
He’s back…and approaching The $20 for Two $10s Guy in productivity.
“Dear PoPville,
Wanted to share and give a heads up to your readers about something that happened to me yesterday evening outside of the Columbia Heights Giant.
I was walking down Park Road when a middle-aged black man on a bike stopped and asked if I could do something for him. He told me he was on a scavenger hunt, and the last item he needed was a picture of the bottom of a woman’s foot. (more…)
Meridian Hill Park photo by Terry Lynch
Ed. Note: Also looks like the fountains are finally back on again!
From an email:
“On Saturday, June 3, MINT Gym and Studio is hosting a FREE outdoor bootcamp at Meridian Hill Park at 10:30 a.m., taught by our infamous Liz Harvey. It’s going to be a crazy and engaging “power playground” event that focuses on both strength and cardio. Sign up via this Eventbrite link, since the event is being held on National Park grounds and we must keep our records straight.”
see interactive map here
From Alert DC:
“Pepco reports a power outage in the area of the Columbia Heights neighborhood impacting approximately 1150 customers. Pepco is currently investigating. Updates are to follow.”
Pepco is estimating a noon restoration.
14th and Irving St, NW looking north towards DCUSA
Ed. Note: A prescient reader requested one back in March of 2014!! You can read about the Barnes Dance in Chinatown here, which debuted back in 2010.
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is beginning construction activity for a new “Barnes Dance” traffic signal operation at the intersection of 14th Street and Irving Street, NW, in the Columbia Heights neighborhood in Ward 1. Construction is expected to begin in early June and last approximately three weeks.
The new traffic signal timing features an all-red pedestrian-only phase and “No Turn on Red” restrictions designed to improve operations and create a safer intersection for all users. (more…)
This rental is located at 16th and Spring Pl, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1450 / 497ft2 – Studio With Great Storage Space!1 Month Free!! Only At The Fitzgerald!
Welcome to The Fitzgerald, a one of a kind boutique living experience. The restoration of this unique and historic property was inspired by the time in which it was built, the great 1920′s. The Fitzgerald provides all the modern amenities you would expect from a new build Fitzgerald is in the heart of Columbia Heights and walking distance from Rock Creek Park, half a mile from Metro Green Line and conveniently located on the Metro Bus Lines S1, S2, S4 and S9 Express.
Features & Amenities: (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user KJinDC
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District announced an arrest has been made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) and an Armed Robbery (Knife) that occurred in the Third District.
· Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife): On Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at approximately 3:30 pm, in the 1400 block of Park Road, Northwest.
o The victim was approached by two suspects. One of the suspects brandished a knife and stabbed the victim multiple times. The suspects fled the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital for non-life threatening injuries. This case remains under investigation.
· Armed Robbery (Knife): On Monday, April 3, 2017, at approximately 4:40 pm, in the 1000 block of Irving Street, Northwest. (more…)
Thanks to all who’ve been emailing and tweeting us about Meridian Hill Park’s fountains no longer working. Looked like we were getting an early start this year. Alas NPS tells me:
“We are currently working with a contractor to repair a section of the piping for the fountains.”
A reader just found this bike in Columbia Heights. If it’s yours email me at [email protected] and I’ll put you in touch with OP.
Side note: Anyone else find this to be a really beautiful photo?