Truxton Circle

Sexual Assault Friday Morning in Truxton Circle, Arrest Made; Saturday Night Armed Robbery on the Metropolitan Branch Trail

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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit announced an arrest has been made in reference to a First Degree Sexual Abuse and an Assault with the Intent to Commit Robbery that occurred on Friday, March 08, 2019, in the 200 block of P Street, Northwest.

At approximately 11:00 am, the victim was approached by the suspect, at the listed location, as she was getting into a ride share vehicle. The suspect sexually assaulted her and attempted to take her property then fled the scene. The suspect was apprehended by responding officers.

On Friday, March 8, 2019, 36-year-old Broadus Johnson, of No Fixed Address, was arrested and charged with First Degree Sexual Abuse and Assault with the Intent to Commit Robbery.

From MPD Saturday night:

“Armed Robbery Gun at 2328 hrs on the Metropolitan Branch Trail. Lookout for (10) B/M’S, ages in their teens, wearing all black clothing and armed with dark and silver guns. Last seen running North on the trail.”

Terrible Bicycle/Garbage Truck Crash in Truxton; Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Brookland/Langdon

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to all who reported this horrible crash around 5pm last night:

“Entire street closed at NJ. Helmet and jacket on ground looked to be soaked in blood next to mangled bike. Horrifying. Hoping the victim is OK but I have no idea as to their condition.”

“NJ & R crash is bad. There’s a mangled bike and a garbage truck.”

WUSA9 reported:

“Police say the bicyclist was conscious and breathing when officers arrived and was transported to the hospital.

Police say the driver stayed on the scene after the accident.”

Updates when/if more is known on the cyclist’s condition.

From MPD:

“On 3/6/2019, at approximately 12:25 AM, Fifth District Officers responded to the 1500 block of Rhode Island Avenue, NE, for the report of a pedestrian that had been struck by a vehicle. The officers arrived on the scene and located the victim, an adult male, laying in the roadway, unconscious and barely breathing. The victim was rushed to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries. The striking vehicle did not stay on the scene, and was last seen fleeing westbound on Rhode Island Avenue, NE, from Franklin Street, NE. (more…)

March is Women’s Month and ANXO is Going BIG in Observing – Check out their plans

By Prince Of Petworth

From ANXO:

“On March 8th, 2019, ANXO and Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC (PPMW) will co-host the second annual “Wild Night: The Story of Basandere” in honor of International Women’s Day at ANXO Cidery & Pinxtos Bar (300 Florida Ave. NW). The evening will feature products and beverages from women-owned businesses across the District and is part of “ANXO Women’s Month”–a month-long series of events celebrating artists, makers, businesspeople, and other female self-starters throughout March. (more…)

Daytime Shooting Monday at New York and North Capitol Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Jackie

Jackie reported:

“Yet another shooting over near Big Ben, multiple shots fired.”

From MPD:

“First District units are currently investigating a shooting that occurred today around 1:45 pm at the corner of North Capitol and New York Avenue, NW. An adult male was found suffering from gunshot wounds and transported to a local hospital. Anyone with information relating to this event, or any other criminal event that has occurred please call 202-727-9099, contact me directly at [email protected] or send your anonymous text tips to 50411.”

2am Stabbing on U Street; Pedestrian Hit and Killed by Driver on North Capitol Street, NW 11:30pm

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a stabbing in the 900 block of U Street NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life-threatening wound to the abdomen. A suspect is in custody at this time.”


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“Members of the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Unit are investigating a traffic collision involving a pedestrian, that occurred on Monday, February 11, 2019 at approximately 11:34 pm in the 1500 block of North Capitol Street, NW. (more…)

Shooting in the 1200 Block of North Capitol St, NW, Again; 5:30pm Shots Fired in Navy Yard

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From MPD:

“First District units are were on the scene of an shooting that occurred shortly after 11pm at the corner of New York Avenue and North Capital St..It appears that 2 male subjects approached a male victim on the corner and shot him prior to running away. The victim was taken to a local hospital.

If you have any information relating to this event, or any other criminal event that has occurred please call 202-727-9099 or contact me directly at [email protected]”


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From MPD:

“On 1/26/19 at approximately 5:27 p.m., officers from the First District responded to the 800 block of 3rd Street SE for the sound of gunshots. On scene, officers located several shell casings. At this time, there is no lookout.

The case is being actively investigated by First District Detectives. Investigators can be reached at (202) 299-2025, should you have any information about the incident. Alternatively, information can be forwarded to investigators by contacting the Metropolitan Police Department’s Command Information Center at (202) 727-9099.”

UPDATE: Homicide. Daytime Shooting on North Capitol

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UPDATE from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Tuesday, January 15, 2019, in the 1200 Block of North Capitol Street, Northwest.

At approximately 2:59 pm, members of the First District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. (more…)

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