“Dear PoPville,
It was quite a long, but very enjoyable process and the finished product looks great! Thanks to brother Daniel and his artistic skills for creating this special work for my wife and I! And thanks to PoPville for helping me track him down!
For others interested in employing Daniel’s services, he always says his phone number, 202-705-9412, is open for business 25 hours a day 8 days a week.”
via google maps
From MPD Monday:
“Earlier today, members of the Fifth District responded to a call in the 1700 Block of H St NE for a call for service for a dog attacking a citizen. A 5D Sergeant arrived on scene and was advised that an adult male was inside of the location and was being mauled by the family dog. The member took immediate action and entered the premises. The victim as found inside of the location and was actively being mauled by the dog. The member deployed his departmentally issued Electronic Control Device (TASER) on the dog in an attempt to halt the attack on the victim. The first Taser deployment caused the dog to retreat, but the dog attempted a second attack on the victim. The member deployed his Taser a second time and the dog retreated into a bedroom at the location. The dog was then barricaded in a room until additional assistance arrived. The victim is currently being treated at an area hospital for serious injuries to the torso and arm that were sustained in the attack. Sgt. Ferretti is to be commended for his swift and decisive actions!”
A reader writes us:
“I had called the police and animal control just 9 days ago on this dog because it attacked another dog last weekend and said it was aggressive and I was scared for the neighborhood. I called 9-1-1 because the pit had gotten free from the house and attacked a husky walking by with a woman. the husky was severely injured. the woman was screaming for help and the owner never even left his doorway.
I had been in contact with an investigator from animal control about the dog and feeling unsafe.
I’m just disturbed that this could have been prevented.
I hope the man is okay.”
“Last seen on the 400 block of Kenyon NW in Park View on Saturday 11/16, but is a bit of a wanderer. Medium/Large. No collar. Very friendly.
May have been seen as far north as the 700 block of Rock Creek Church Road.
Please call Rebecca at 850-590-7407 if you have any information.”
“LAST SEEN TODAY IN DC AROUND 2:45 PM 11/14/18 NEAR CONNECTICUT AVE AND NEWARK NW. SHE WAS RESCUED ONLY 6 MONTHS AGO.
HER NAME IS KIMBERLY. SHE HAS A COLLAR ON. SHES VERY FRIENDLY TO APPROACH. GERMAN SHEPHERD MIX. 3 YEARS OLD.
IF FOUND PLEASE CALL 215-767-0764 ASAP.”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Eric P.
Amazing. On November 9th we learned that:
“an armed robbery occurred in the 1600 block of Franklin Street, NE at approximately 7pm on the evening of November 9th. The victim of the robbery was exiting his vehicle when he was approached by a man with a gun who took several items of value from the victim. After obtaining the items the suspect attempted to run to an awaiting vehicle, but the victim’s dog, who was in the car at the time of the robbery, jumped from the vehicle and attacked the robber. A second suspect waiting in the car fired a single shot, striking the dog.”
At that time all we knew as that the owner took the dog to an animal hospital for treatment of its injuries. I am happy to report that MPD has now let me know that “the dog is alive. He lost his eye but is now back with his owner.” It’s not much but I know many, myself included, were eager to learn how the hero dog was doing. That s/he is alive and back home is great news. Thanks to all for messaging me their concerns for the pup.
“Anyone with information related to this crime is encouraged to call MPD at 202-727-9099, or text the information to 5-0-4-1-1.”
“Dear PoPville,
I live on Meridian Place NW and there’s this neighborhood cat that’s sort of local legend. His name is Hoagie and everyone on the street knows him. He’s really the one thing that ties the entire community there together. Well, I just found out Hoagie’s gone missing.”
Keep your eyes peeled
A reader passes on from her friend:
“Friends please help. Junie went running off tonight while she was running with me and we can’t find her. She is tan and brindle and about 20 lbs. She was last seen around North Capitol St and P St NW. She is scared of city things and loud noises. This is my fault and I am devastated. Please share if you can.”
From an email:
“UPDATE: 10/17 Frank is still missing. We have extended our search to around Benning Road NE and down Bladensburg Road NE and we have posted large laminated posters in the areas.
We have received several sightings within a 2-3 mile area of NE and SE, but have not been able to locate Frank. I appreciate everyone keeping a look out as we continue to search daily for my sweet little guy. (more…)
From an email:
“As summer turns to fall, the community served by Shaw Dog Park at 11th & R Streets NW, will paws to reflect and celebrate our 10th Anniversary! In celebration of this important milestone, DC’s first official dog park, the Shaw Dog Park Association is holding its 4th annual Howl-O-Ween party with a costume contest and raffle. It is a free event for park users and their pups at the Park on Saturday, October 27 November 3rd, 2018 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.”
