Thanks to S. for sending: “ice on road but this guy must have been speeding like hell…” Other readers report a helicopter above and “It seems that the driver might have fled the scene, which is who they’re searching for.”
From AlertDC: “MPD reports the 500 block of Sheridan St NW is closed in both directions due to crash activity. Please use alternate routes.” (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the planned deployment of automated traffic enforcement cameras to new locations throughout the District. The camera locations are traffic sites where data analysis has identified speeding and stop sign running as safety issues.
Once Photo Enforced signs are installed in the direction of travel within at least 100 to 150 feet of the approach of the location, a 30-day educational phase will start for each camera deployment. During this period, violators will receive warning citations. After the 30-day warning period, DDOT will begin issuing notices of infraction with fines that will range from $100 to $500 based on excess of the speed limit to violators.
The new photo enforcement locations and timelines are as follows: (more…)
Thanks to MS for sending this vehicle that smashed through the thankfully empty storefront on Mass Ave NW between 4th and 5th: (more…)
Thanks to Ian for sending from Bloomingdale.
It had been 8 days since our last stolen wheels report.
14th and Church Street, NW
Thanks to Nezar and Leslie for sending: “Crash happened right at 9 am”
From DC Fire and EMS: “Crash with vehicle overturned 14th & Church Sts NW. #DCsBravest on scene with 1 trapped.” (more…)
Kyle sends the plea from Mount Pleasant:
“PLEASE DON’T ticket me! I live here! Trying to get permit, have been to DMV 4 times. I have paid $300+ in tickets. There is no non-zone parking near here. Just graduated college and literally cannot afford more tickets or parking permit.”
photo by Beau Finley
Jk asks: “Unusual request, but: I have a car and want to get an EZ Pass for I-95. Since DC does not have any tolls, does anyone have a recommendation for which state has the best deal for getting an EZ pass? Thanks!”
Sara writes: “On Friday night my catalytic converter was stolen from my Prius parked near 16 and U. I know this is a thing but wondering if it is happening to others in the area? Are people protecting their converters? Thanks!”
Unfortunately we got a report about this happening in February and again in September. One reader suggests anyone with a Prius “go buy a shield right now.”
From MPD:
“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit are investigating a traffic fatality resulting from a traffic crash that occurred on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Columbia Road and Biltmore Street, Northwest.
The preliminary investigation revealed, at approximately 3:30 pm, a pedestrian was crossing the street from north to south in the 1800 block of Columbia Road, Northwest. An Infinity EX35 was traveling westbound in the 1800 block of Columbia Road, Northwest, and had just crossed over Biltmore Street, Northwest, when it struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian was trapped under the vehicle until being treated by DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services. (more…)
photo by James Crane
“Dear PoPville,
Question about car crahses in DC. Apparently the DC cops don’t come to fender benders or other accidents unless someone needs medical attention and an ambulance needs to be called.
I was not at fault and it took 4 months for the other party to make up a lie about hitting my car and now my insurance is liable to pay even though not at fault.
What has anyone else experienced in this situation? I called the cops after the accident and was told to simply go through insurance and then that backfired.”