Petworth

Cyclist Assaulted by “a group of male juveniles” at 5:40pm in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On today’s date [Thursday] at 5:40 pm there was an:

Aggravate Assault – CCN: 18- 026-031 – f/o 4014 Georgia Avenue, NW – The complainant reported he was riding his bicycle when he was approached by a group of male juveniles. The juveniles began assaulting the complainant, striking him all over his body causing him to fall to the ground. The juveniles the fled the scene on foot and made good on their escape.

C1 has a contusion to the left eye and swollen facial area, he was transported to a medical facility.

No usable look-out at this time.”

What the Hell Happened Last Night? Part Three. “It smells like plastic.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Ingraham Street, NW between 7th and 8th sent by Tom

Got a lot of queries about this one. You can see video sent to me of the smoke above and DCFD’s response below:

The Mayor’s office also responded to queries:

“DC water is working on the pipes on 7th/Ingraham and 7th/Hamilton St NW. Fire/Ems cleared the area and deemed it safe. The project should be completed by mid- morning.”

Tom notes: “It burned until after midnight. Non toxic burning plastic sounds reasonable.”

What the Hell Happened Last Night? Part One and Two

By Prince Of Petworth


Georgia and Quebec sent by BJ

From MPD:

“Last night at approximately 9:30 pm, the 7th District had an armed carjacking at 1433 Shippen Lane SE. Taken was a 2016 red Mercedes Benz.

There was GPS enabled on the vehicle and MPD was notified that the vehicle was in the 700 b/o Quebec place NW.

4D officers responded and located the vehicle in the rear of the 700 b/o Quebec Place N.W.

The vehicle was unoccupied when officers arrived. A perimeter was set up for K9 track. K9 was unsuccessful.

The 700 b/o Quebec has since been reopened.

Anyone with information should call 202.727.9099″


via google maps

From MPD at 11:30pm:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1400 block of Euclid Street NW. An adult victim has been transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

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

Parody or For Real?

By Prince Of Petworth

Michelle Goldchain with this head shaking find from Reliable Tavern:

“Only in D.C. can you buy ice cubes for approximately $1 to $2 each.”

Jason remembers Jessica Sidman’s classic The Ice Is Right: Is Artisan Ice the Final Frontier for Craft Cocktails?:

“Not all ice, it turns out, is created equal. While the cubes in your freezer (and many bars and restaurants) are clouded with bubbles and cracks, the premium stuff is dense and clear, so it melts slower and won’t water down your drink as quickly. Hand-carving allows bartenders to create larger blocks that fit the glass, rather than lots of smaller cubes, which means less ice surface area and less dilution. “If you’re going to spend $10 to $15 for a cocktail and it’s on the rocks, you should have the best ice you possibly can,” Ambrose says.”

Nightmare Neighbor Reno “by unlicensed construction crew”

By Prince Of Petworth

Jenna shares this brutal photo from her home in Petworth:

“My property was damaged due to improper construction by unlicensed construction crew on property next door. Dangerous construction, collapsed patio & support column on my property, property encroachment, trespassing. What steps can I take to prevent further damage?”

311 replied to her, hopefully 311/DCRA addresses ASAP!

Pepperoni Chic coming to former Straw, Stick and Brick space on Georgia Ave!

By Prince Of Petworth

Finally some info and what’s coming to the former Straw, Stick and Brick space.

Patrick reports:

“5111 Georgia has a new sign up in the window, was driving by it this morning, looked like it said “Coming Soon, Pepperoni Chic,” I have seen a couple folks in there recently with what looked like a DCRA inspector too, and looks like they are pushing forward on it.”

I stopped by for some photos yesterday and this seems to have some potential:

“Iconic Pepperoni Roll of WV and Calabrese Pastas of Italy”

STAY TUNED.


5111 Georgia Avenue, NW

Soup Up Sign’s Up

By Prince Of Petworth


709 Kennedy St, NW via soup up’s Facebook

“Our new sign is officially up! We’re so excited!”

Soup Up is coming to the former Culture Coffee space on Kennedy Street.

Their website says:

“Soup Up is a specialty soup shop committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of natural and delicious soups. Our soups are low sodium, prepared with organic, locally grown, fresh vegetables, herbs and spices. Always made from scratch, each bowl nourishes the body and stimulates the senses. No additives, preservatives, dairy or oil is used ever. Vegan and gluten free soups are always available. Soupsters will experience the warmth of authentic homemade cooking with every enticing spoonful.”

Check out their menu here and STAY TUNED for an opening date.

The Goalposts Have Been Moved, Apparently

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: The above exchange was in reference to the following MPD release I passed on to a reader. I received a large number of inquiries about shots fired in Petworth Thursday night. MPD was a bit slow in releasing info on this incident but at least two arrests were made. Apologies it took so long to confirm the incident.

“On Thursday, February 1st, 2018, around 8:30 PM, MPD officers responded to the call for sounds of gunshots at New Hampshire Avenue and Decatur Street, NW. Officers located two victims that sustained non-life threatening gunshot wounds. During the investigation, the detectives charged 51 year-old Darren Butler of Northwest, Washington, DC with the illegal possession of a firearm. Additionally, the detectives obtained an arrest warrant for another suspect in the case. Today, MPD members arrested 26 year-old Corey Boyd of Northeast, Washington, DC, with ADW Gun pursuant to the arrest warrant obtained by the detectives.”

Today’s Rental “location is desired by most”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 811 Quincy Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1395 Landmark Living on The Avenue

Welcome to New Quin Apartments, conveniently located in the lively Petworth neighborhood, just steps from the metro and shopping. Offering large studio, one, and two bedroom apartment homes with hardwood floors, upgraded designer kitchen, silver or stainless steel appliances and large windows, along with exceptional service. Are you looking for an apartment to rent in Washington, DC? Contact our friendly, professional office staff to schedule a tour today.

This spacious studio apartment home is available today and features: (more…)

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