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More Shots Fired at 14th and V St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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Matt reports just before 11pm last night:

“Gunshots again! Maybe 5 in a row. Basically the same spot near V/14th NW as last week’s incident.”

Jim reports:

“Another possible shooting in the 1400 block of V St NW. Police are in the street, appearing to look for bullets/casings.”

H reports:

“Pretty sure there was another shooting on V st and 14th a bit more down the block this time. I heard 5 shots this time, had my window open.”

T reports:

“Thought I heard 5 – 6 fired in quick secession. Cops on the scene within 2 minutes, with lights and sirens up, seem to confirm it.”

Book Swap at Ben’s Next Door on Thursday

By Prince Of Petworth

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“When: Thursday, Oct. 1 from 6-9pm
Where: Ben’s Next Door on U Street NW [1213 U St, NW]
What: A Book Swap!—attendees are asked to bring a book (in good condition) that they will swap with another book at the event. Tickets are $10 and get you one complimentary drink and access to happy hour deals throughout the event. Ben’s will be donating $1 from every food and drink sale directly to Room to Read. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow young DC professionals who are interested in literacy and girls’ education and get a new book while you’re at it! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase with the chance to win gift cards to Ben’s Chili Bowl, gift cards to Solly’s on U Street, fun book-related swag and more!
How to get tickets: Tickets can be bought in advance here. The first 40 registrants through Eventbrite will get a free copy of Judy Smith’s (the real life Olivia Pope) book! Tickets can be purchased with cash or credit card at the door as well.

Info on what Room to Read is all about (more…)

Today’s Rental is a 2 bed/2 bath for $2700 by U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

2010 15th Street Northwest

This rental is located at 2010 15th Street, Northwest. The listing says:

“SPACIOUS 2 LVL, 2,500 sq ft UNIT OFFERS 2 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, 9FT + CEILINGS, LARGE OPEN KITCHEN. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! CLOSE TO DUPONT AND ADAMS MORGAN. IN THE HEART OF U st CORRIDOR. WALK TO METRO, GYM AND RESTAURANTS.”

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You can see more photos here.

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $2,700/Mo.

Another Shooting at 14th and V St, NW at 8:25pm Tuesday – Update: Homicide, Suspect Arrested

By Prince Of Petworth

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Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced an arrest has been made in the homicide which occurred in the 1400 block of V Street, Northwest on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at approximately 8:25 pm.

Members of the Third District responded to the sound of gunshots and upon arrival, located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The decedent has been identified as 29-year-old Delany Christopher Epps of Northeast, DC.

Shortly after the shooting on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at approximately 8:28 pm, a suspect was developed and 29-year-old Raphael Antonio Roy of Northwest, DC was arrested. He was charged with First Degree Murder While Armed in the shooting death of Mr. Epps.

The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone that provides information which leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at (202) 727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.” (more…)

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