Thanks to Kurt for sending this disturbing video from MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in identifying three persons of interest in reference to an Armed Robbery of an Establishment (Gun) incident which occurred in the 3200 block of 17th Street, NW, on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at approximately 11:50 PM. The subjects were captured by the establishment‘s surveillance cameras. (more…)



3146 Mount Pleasant Street, NW

OK maybe I do a little bit.

Thanks to Jon for sending yesterday: “Mount Pleasant 7-11 CLOSED for health violation.”



3213 Mt Pleasant St, NW

Ed. Note: Back in 2017 Taqueria Los Compadres was called “Mount Pleasant’s new best kept secret.” Prior to Taqueria Los Compadres this space was home to Lezo’s Taqueria and Tex Mex Burrito before that. Updates when we learn what excatly becomes of the space.

Thanks to Erin for sending yesterday: “Spotted in Mount Pleasant today outside Taqueria Los Compadres. Such a loss for he neighborhood!  Wound up stopping by yesterday and the staff there said they had new owners. Not sure what’s next, but hope they stay open in some capacity!


From MPD (sent at 5:30am):

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 3100 block of Mt Pleasant St NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening gunshot wound to the leg. Officers and detectives are currently on the scene investigating.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

From MPD: (send at 5am): (more…)


From MPD around 5pm Sunday:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1600 block of Oak Street NW. And adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening injury to the foot.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

From MPD around 8:30pm Sunday:

“On 7/14/2019, officers from the First District responded to the 1100 block of K St SE (inside of a location) for the sounds of gunshots. (more…)


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