Takoma (Takoma Park)

About That Helicopter – Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration edition

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Laura Scalzo

Been getting tons of queries about that super low helicopter spotted all over Takoma, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase and elsewhere today. From the NNSA:

“The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) will conduct low-altitude helicopter flights over downtown Washington, D.C. and areas in and around the Nation’s capital beginning on October 19 in preparation for the Presidential Inauguration. The inauguration is scheduled to take place on January 20, 2021. (more…)

Meanwhile in Drivers Crashing Cars into Buildings

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Jonathan Frank

DC Fire and EMS reported: “Update vehicle into structure 6th & H St NE. Vehicle penetrated vacant retail space. Driver left scene. No injuries or evacuation. #DCsBravest requesting collapse unit to scene for structural damage assessment. @dcra building inspector requested.”

Keith reported at 8:48am “Happy Monday! not sure what happened but driver plowed into building, climbed out the sunroof and rolled out. police in foot pursuit. all the fire units here to secure the building

the driver appeared to be “out of sorts” slash inconsolable and just left the scene despite the pleas of bystanders.” (more…)

“Takoma Station Tavern Announces New Chef, New Menu, Outdoor Dining and Food Truck”

By Prince Of Petworth


6914 Fourth Street, NW courtesy Old Takoma Business Association

From a press release:

“Washington, DC area institution, Takoma Station Tavern, has reopened after a 3 month break with several exciting new additions. Co-owners David Boyd and Mel Florez welcome Chef Adrian Stewart, most recently from the Congressional Country Club and trained at the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Stewart introduces a new Chill and Grill menu with soul food favorites including BBQ chicken, beef brisket, ribs, collard greens, mac and cheese and more. (more…)

Two Juveniles Shot around 9pm in Takoma Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On Thursday July 23, 2020, at approximately 2100 hours, Fourth District Officers responded to the 6400 block of 5th ST NW for a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they located two juvenile males, each suffering from a single gunshot wound. Both victims had non-life threatening injuries and were transported to an area hospital for treatment. There is no usable lookout at this time.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to call MPD on 202-727-9099.”

About that Helicopter Last Night – First Time I’ve Seen a Proactive Official Explanation

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“On Wednesday July 22, 2020, at approximately 1:45 am, Fourth District Unit were canvassing the 6600 block of 13th ST NW, in reference to a suspect that had fled on foot. The suspect was wanted for Simple Assault and was believed to be hiding in the alley. Our MPD Helicopter was utilized to put some extra light on the alley and was flying over the area for approximately 20 minutes. Unfortunately the suspect escaped, but his identity is known.

I just want to keep the community informed about what the police activity was in reference to.

Thank you,

Sean Connors
Captain”

Appreciate this explanation and hope is it continued across all quadrants/sectors.

Shootings in Takoma Park and Michigan Park Thursday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred in the 100 block of Walnut Street, NW.

At approximate 10:45 pm, the Tacoma Park Police were called to the 100 block of Walnut Avenue, in Takoma Park, Maryland, for a serious vehicle collision, involving a single vehicle and a tree. Both occupants of the vehicle were transported to an area hospital. The passenger of the vehicle remains in critical condition due to a gunshot wound and injuries sustained in the vehicle collision. The driver of the vehicle succumbed to his injuries.

An investigation revealed that prior to the vehicle collision, the vehicle and occupants were involved in a shooting located in District of Columbia, in the 100 block of Walnut St, NW, a short distance away.

If you have any information in regards to this please contact the Metropolitan Police at 202-727-9099.”

and

“At approximately 10:30 pm last night, the Metropolitan Police responded to the 4400 block of 13th St, NE for a shooting. After canvassing the area, members of the department located an adult male with a non life threatening gunshot wound.”

Anyone Know What This is all About?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

This signage, ‘God Bless America – Back Bill’, is all over Ward 4 (I live in Takoma) and after some quick Google searches and a neighborhood thread we’re still curious what it means and who’s behind it. Any insight?”

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