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From MPD:
“On October 13, 2020 at approximately 10:31 PM MPD officers responded to the 900 block of Upshur Street NE in reference to a call for sounds of gunshots. The members located three shell casings in the block. No damage or injuries were reported. Any information please contact 202-727-9099″
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Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch announced an arrest has been made in a homicide that occurred on Saturday, October 10, 2020, in the 1700 block of Irving Street, Northeast.
At approximately 2:05 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of a burglary in progress and the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located two adult males suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and found that both victims displayed no signs consistent with life. The decedents remained on the scene until transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
The decedents have been identified as 59 year-old Marcus Nelson, and 39 year-old Simmeon Williams, both of Northeast, DC.
On Monday, October 12, 2020, Fifth District officers arrested 20 year-old George Bernard Shaw, III, of Northeast, DC. He was transported to the Homicide Branch and charged with two counts of First Degree Murder While Armed.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’m running a Winter Coat Drive from 9am-1pm today (10/10), and next Saturday (10/17) on the Monroe Street Bridge outside the Brookland CUA Metro. If anyone needs a coat or have a coat to donate, they can stop by. Together, we can help keep each other a little warmer this winter.” (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
1) My husband and I live in a single family home in Brookland. Our house is a classic early 1900s bungalow. We looked at adding a dormer to the back of the top floor of the house to add room for an extra bedroom and bathroom. Long story short it was a little outside of our current budget. Now we have started toying around with the idea of an ADU (“accessory dwelling unit” aka tiny house) or even revamping an Airstream to park in our driveway with the hope that my husband can use it as an office thus freeing up an extra bedroom. I know the city changed the regulations regarding ADUs back in 2016, has anyone had any experience with ADUs? Curious to hear if this is even feasible.
2) We had a very unpleasant surprise last week (more…)
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Thanks to Caroline for sending this listing:
“A unique, bright, colorful opportunity to own an affordable, livable home, with room to grow!” (more…)
10th Street, NE between Jackson and Irving. Photo by Jeannine
Update from MPD:
“Alert: Shooting in the 900 Block of Irving Street N.E. Lookout for a black 2020 Dodge Charger, occupied (3) times. Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411″
Starting around 4:45pm readers have reported:
“More than twenty police vehicles and a couple fire trucks rushing through Brookland on franklin and 12th.”
“2 people shot at the metro”
“Bunch of police cars blocking off 9th St now.”
“one victim at Metro and the other a number of blocks south on 9th street.”
Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in the 900 block of Irving Street, Northeast.
At approximately 4:34 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. A second adult male was located in the 800 block of Michigan Avenue, Northeast, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victims to a local hospital for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, one the victims was pronounced dead. The other victim was treated for non-life threatening injuries. (more…)
2929 12th Street, NE. Photo Credit Kuna Malik Hamad of HomeVisit
From a press release:
“Emotive Architecture, the boutique architecture firm focused on high-end residential and mixed-use, multi-family development in the nation’s capital, is pleased to announce the opening of its latest urban development, 2929Twelve. Located at 2929 12th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20017, 2929Twelve is a two-story boutique condominium community with six two-bedroom residences each with integrated, private Juliet balconies. This prime location is in close proximity to multiple dining and entertainment spots, just steps from the heart of Brookland and Edgewood neighborhoods. (more…)
Thanks to Brian for sending from Brookland on Saturday.
It had been 11 days since our last stolen wheels report.
This rental is located at 4314 12th Street, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$3400 / 3br – 1470ft2 – 3 BR semi-detached home with den and sun rooms (Brookland) (more…)
This rental is located at 1515 Rhode Island Ave, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2800 / 2br – 2 BR 2 Bath Penthouse Unit with Private Roof Deck – First Month Free (more…)