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Tsehay Ethiopian Restaurant coming to Georgia Ave in between DC Reynolds and the old Walters space

By Prince Of Petworth


3630 Georgia Avenue, NW

Thanks to Cheryl for sending:

“I’ve been wondering what’s been coming to this space. This is in between DC Reynolds and the old Walters on Georgia Ave. Now I understand why DC Reynolds had to return part of their patio space.”

The liquor license placard for Tsehay Ethiopian Restaurant says:

“New Restaurant serving Ethiopian food. Summer Garden with 20 seats. Seating for 42 inside and a Total Occupancy Load of 62. Requesting an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment inside the premises and for the Summer Garden.”

STAY TUNED.

1pm Shooting in Petworth a few blocks from the Petworth Playground and Spray Park

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From Alert DC:

“Shooting at 1258 hrs at 8th and Taylor Street, NW. Lookout for for 2 Hispanic males last seen driving away in a white 2 door car no further lookout
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20180431422”

Update from a reader: “Shooting within the last hour on 8th st NW btw Randolph and Shepherd.”

Update from MPD:

“On July 27, 2018 at approximately 12:55 PM, the victim along with a friend were in front of 3910 8th Street, Northwest. The suspect approached and words were exchanged with the victim and his friend. The suspect then shot the victim with a handgun, striking him on his ankle. The suspect’s injuries are not life threatening.

The shooter ran from the scene. He is described as a Hispanic male, wearing a black T shirt and blue jeans.

The shooter arrived at the scene in in a white 2-door white sedan driven by an unidentified Hispanic male. The car is described as having a flame or lightning bolts design in yellow and black on each door.”

and July 28 update:

“Just wanted to let you all know that this case has been closed with an arrest.

Thank you for all of your confidence and support!”

Little Havana Looks Ready to Roll

By Prince Of Petworth


14th and Quincy St, NW

Thanks to Heidi for sending:

“Signage going up for the new restaurant by the same owners as El Sol and Mescalero. Little Havana at 14th and Quincy set to open soon!”

Stephen reports:

“Hey PoPville, just ran into Joseph at Little Havana on 14th. Said they’re shooting for an 8/10 opening, and they’ll have a menu featuring inspiration from Cuba’s Chinese expat community, as well as cabano sandwich-inspired egg rolls.”

Update from Little Havana’s PR:

“Little Havana’s menu includes traditional Cuban dishes and dishes with a twist, like Cubano egg rolls (and they’re delicious).”

Ed. Note: PR also confirms the August 10th opening.

For those not familiar with Little Havana: (more…)

About those Massive Explosions Heard Last Week “The police indicated that they believe that the illegal “bomb” fireworks were tossed from passing cars.”

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader passes on a message sent to the Ward 1 and Ward 4 council members:

“In these incidents, an illegal “bomb” firework was lobbed directly at the front porches of two Petworth/Park View residents, the first on July 18th in Ward 4, and the second on July 20th in Ward 1. Ed. Note: I heard the latter was in Park View.

In the first incident, the bomb squad was called out. A hole was blown straight through the porch.
In the the second incident, the porch was severely damaged–mangling an iron rail. In both cases, the residents were at home. (more…)

Anyone else hear “2 loud explosions” around 11pm in Petworth last night?

By Prince Of Petworth


damage from Columbia Heights explosion a week and a half ago

“Dear PoPville,

There were 2 loud explosions about 10 mins apart in Petworth last night around 11pm. Louder than fireworks and shook our house, which is in between grant and Sherman circle. Any news on this?”

Given the power of what we saw in Columbia Heights, I’m guessing it probably is more “fireworks”. Have folks noticed more powerful explosions this year over previous years?

Car Stolen at Gunpoint in Brightwood Park 1:30pm Monday; Taxi Driver Robbed on U Street, Forced To Find ATMs – Driver Bails and Suspect Arrested in Petworth 11pm Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On July 9th, at approximately 1:30pm, in the rear alley of the 5100 block of 7th St NW, a victim reports that her vehicle was taken from her at gunpoint.

The vehicle taken was recovered several hours later in P.G. County.

The suspects are described as black males, 15-17 years of age, with a medium complexion.

Fourth District detectives are actively investigating the case.

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


via google maps

“On Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at approximately 11:00pm, Fourth District officers were flagged down by a cab driver who reported that he had been robbed at gunpoint in the 3900 block of Georgia Avenue, NW. The complainant reported that he picked up a fare in the 1100 block of U Street, NW and transported the fare to various areas of Park Road, NW, within the Fourth District. The complainant stated that during the ride, the suspect produced a gun, demanded money and made the complainant drive him around looking for an ATM. (more…)

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