Columbia Heights

Update: Shooting Homicide near Cardozo High School on 11th Street just after Midnight

By Prince Of Petworth

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Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 2300 block of 11th Street, Northwest on Monday, September 12, 2016.

At approximately 12:26 am, members of the Third District responded to a call for a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS personnel responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital. On Sunday, September 18, 2016, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 23-year-old Eric Garrett, of Northwest, DC. (more…)

“Movie Nights in the Heights are back.” Kicking Off with Raiders of the Lost Ark

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo from 2011’s movie night by PoPville flickr user Mr.TinDC

From an email:

“Movie Nights in the Heights are back. Join us every Friday in September. Gates open at 6:00pm at Harriet Tubman Elementary School Field [11th and Kenyon St, NW]. We held an online vote to select this month’s movie and these are the movies that have emerged victorious!

9/9: Raiders of the Lost Ark
9/16: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
9/23: Cool Runnings
9/30: Kids Choice

Join us on Friday, September 9th for the start of our second series of “Movie Nights in the Heights”. We will be showing Raiders of the Lost Ark.

The gates open at 6:00pm. Feel free to bring a picnic. The movie will begin at sundown.”

Today’s Rental: “Must love avocados and whiskey (wallpaper removable upon request)”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Today’s rental listing says:

“*Must love avocados and whiskey (wallpaper removable upon request)
Great 1 bedroom/1 bathroom in the heart of Columbia Heights, located in a quiet and pet friendly building.

Features:
-Updated kitchen with farmhouse sink, dishwasher and appliances in great condition.
-(1) Bedroom great natural light, fits queen bed & dresser easily
– Updated bathroom with new vanity, bathtub/shower combo
– (3) closets bedroom, linen and front/coat closet
– Rental includes storage unit located in the basement of the building
– Water and waste removal included in rent

Building Amenities:
– Laundry on site (3 washers/3 dryers)
– Bike storage available upon request/extra charge
– Small outdoor communal space with dog run
– Pets allowed (50lb max dogs)

Neighborhood
– Walking distance to the shops, bars and restaurants in Columbia Heights, DC USA, etc…
– 1.5 blocks from Columbia Heights Metro (Green/Yellow)
– Multiple bus routes and Circulator

Rental Agreement
– 1 year lease with option to renew
– Credit check required
– Security deposit required”

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You can see more photos (some unfortunately sideways) here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,850/Mo.

Readers Report Early Morning Shots Fired in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader reports:

“There were some shots fired, followed by a fairly sizeable police presence, around 4 am last night on Monroe NW between 11th and 13th. Anyone know what happened? The cops were looking in trash cans in the alley behind my house. Not quite sure where it happened.”

Another reader reports:

“Around 3:30 am I woke up to someone banging on a door near our place (close enough that it work me up on the 3rd floor of our row house). A minute later I heard two shots — I was wide awake at this point and was hoping that I was hearing things. Then three shots followed, extremely and terrifyingly close. I immediately called the police and reported it. By 3:45 we had a patrol car come by and stick around for about two hours.

My other roommate left the house for work at 5am and reported police tape and a patrol car blocking off our alleyway. Any insight from our neighbors would be appreciated. Stay safe!”

Another reader reports:

“Was awoken around 3:50am last night by five shots fired in the alley behind the 3500 block of 13th St. This was the scene about 15 minutes later. Officer told me a gun had been recovered. Didn’t see an ambulance so not sure if anyone was hit.”

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“I’d like to let them know that eventually they’ll be caught on camera, publicly shamed and dealt with by the law enforcement”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Throughout the summer our lovely home at Girard and 13th NW has been targeted by irresponsible dog owners who let/ lead their pets to defecate on the lawn in front of the property. I find and have to clean dog poop at various times throughout the week, ranging from 7 am to 7 pm. It’s just sad that someone would continuously abuse another person’s property like this and disregard both common courtesy and public health. If by any chance the person(s) responsible are reading this, I’d like to let them know that eventually they’ll be caught on camera, publicly shamed and dealt with by the law enforcement. I also wonder if others in the neighborhood have dealt with anything like this.”

Ed. Note: I wonder if the OP has been targeted or if there are just some incredible lazy/inconsiderate dog walkers who use this route?

Anyone (a teacher?) lose these notebooks?

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

I was walking my dog down Holmead Place in Columbia Heights when I found two books, and two notebook/planner type books strewn along the sidewalk. I think the owner is a teacher (based on the notes in the notebook and the other books I’ve found with the notebooks), but I can’t find a phone number or name on any of the items. I would love to get this stuff back to its rightful owner. [email protected]”

“What’s the deal with this property?”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

What’s the deal with this property at 3630? Hiatt Place NW? Been lusting after it it for months and seeing it empty. Thanks!”

This has been a mystery for ages – anyone have the skinny?

“Multiple drug arrests and one Gun Arrest at 14th and Girard Street, NW (Inside the Park)”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“On Friday, August 26, 2016, at 2:30 p.m., the Third District Crime Suppression Team responded to 14th and Girard Street, NW (Inside the park), in response to numerous drug complaints by concerned citizens. After a brief investigation four adult males were arrested for misdemeanor drug charges. One of the adults males was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm. This adult male was additionally charged with Carrying a Pistol without a License.”

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