photo by Diane Krauthamer
From MPD:
“Robbery and assault are serious crimes. While money is often the motivation, these incidents are considered crimes of violence because they involve the threat or actual use of physical violence. The basic rules of prevention are to be sensible and to be alert. The following tips will also help reduce the risk of robbery or assault.
Personal Safety Tips on the Street (more…)
This rental is located at 613 Orleans Place, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,395 / 3br – 960ft2 – Charming 3 Bed/1Bath Home Near Union Market Available Mid-December! (more…)
1651 11th Street, NW between Q and R
“Dear PoPville,
Not sure if anyone else has written in regarding this but figured it’s my duty as a dog owner.
Two and a half months ago my dog and I started going to the revamped Shaw dog park. We were stoked since it’s much bigger than most dog parks in the area and it’s convenient location. Then trouble began. (more…)
106 13th Street, SE
Thanks to Ryan for sending: “I’ve walked past this coming soon sign at the SE corner of Lincoln Park (the former Lincoln Park Kitchen & Wine Bar) many times but only just noticed this coming soon sign is for Pacci’s (of Silver Spring). (more…)
2436 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Ryan for sending: “I walked by the Mellow Mushroom space last night and saw new tables, lights on, and a couple of TV’s over the bar. Looked pretty close to being open. Has anyone reported about the new tenant?”
Stay tuned for Big Sky: (more…)
2300 block of 4th Street, NE photo by Melissa
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Friday, December 10, 2021, in the 2300 block of 4th Street, Northeast.
At approximately 10:06 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim, in the hallway of an apartment building, unconscious and unresponsive, suffering from a gunshot wound. A second adult male victim was found outside of the building, conscious and breathing, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. (more…)
via google maps
From AlertDC: “Alert: Shooting Investigation at 1000 hours at Georgia Ave and New Hampshire Ave. NW. Lookout for a B/M, wearing dark clothing, fleeing in a white sedan.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20210638638
Sent to 4th District (PSA 401-409) Alert DC”
Alan Henney reported:
“ANOTHER SHOOTING— Georgia Ave and Quincy Pl NW-DC, near the Metro station. He is conscious with a couple of gunshot wounds.”
Update from MPD: (more…)
Daniel writes at 9:02am: “Anyone else hear gunshots at 4th and Delafield NW? If so, that’s a new record for an early morning shooting. :(
Oh yeah, definitely a guy shot on 4th St. Tons of police showed up. Sadness for this neighborhood.”
Julie writes: “4-6 gunshots followed by big police presence (ambulances too) on the corner of 4th and Decatur, 9AM Saturday. (The only thing that surprised me was how quickly police cars can go over speed humps without damage!)”
Alan Henney reports: “SHOOTING— 4th St and Delafield Pl NW-DC. Man with NLT gunshot wounds. Possible 2nd gunshot patient in area. Police looking for shooter who fled on NH Ave wearing all black.”
From AlertDC: “Shooting Investigation at 0900 hours at 4th and Delafield Street NW. Lookout for B/M, light complexion, wearing all black clothing. DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20210638570″
Update from MPD: (more…)
From metrobar (640 Rhode Island Avenue, NE):
“Singles Tracking Dating Event
Friday, Dec 10 • 7-9PM | FREE EVENT
Get ready for cuffing season! Make your way over to metrobar to meet other singles in the DMV. Whether you’re ready to mingle or just want to meet new friends, make metrobar your last stop on Dec 10. Arrive early for live music with The Carly Harvey Experience from 5-7PM! (more…)
This rental is located “2 blocks to the heart of Bloomingdale”. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,400 / 2br – 975ft2 – 2 BD/1B House in Bloomingdale/Eckington Available Now (more…)