photo by Bradley Joines
From WMATA:
“Tired of being ghosted? Metrobus customers now saved from the frustration of “ghost buses”
Nobody likes to be ghosted, especially by a bus. So, it’s good news for Metrobus customers that “ghost buses” have been banished by recent technology upgrades at Metro. (more…)
A reader reported Sunday around 12:30pm: “Was walking back from Seylou and saw a car crash on the corner of 11th and Nst NW. car was empty and was hearing talk that it was a stolen car and the suspects just fled. Right as we passed it the DC Police chopper started doing search rings around the area and more cop cars showed up.”
photo by andy ward
From WMATA:
“Are you planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve in the region? #YourMetro today announced Metrorail and Metrobus service will be extended until 2 a.m. on Sunday, Jan.1. Additionally, all trips will be free for customers who choose Metro after 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec.31.
“Traveling by train and bus is the safest way to celebrate New Year’s Eve and avoid drinking and driving in the region,” said General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke. “Eliminating costs and extending services are easy steps we can take to give people the power to choose Metro as their safe way to enjoy all the region has to offer.”
To promote public safety in the region, Metro’s Board of Directors gave direction to the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer to provide free trips and extended hours this New Year’s Eve. (more…)
From WMATA:
“New Alexandria station will be Metro’s 98th rail station
Metro announced a new timeline for opening the Potomac Yard Station in May 2023. The much-anticipated infill station is located in the City of Alexandria between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Braddock Road stations on the Blue and Yellow lines. (more…)
Thanks to Martin for sending: “Metro gonna Metro. Whole station smells like burnt metal. Single-tracking Blue/Orange/Silver”
DC Fire and EMS reported: (more…)
Thanks to Cory for sending from near the Target in Ivy City.
From Metro Transit Police:
“Metro releases two camera angles of Dec. 7 shooting incident at the Metro Center Station. If you have relevant information, or cell phone footage, contact @DCPoliceDept at 202-727-9099 or text 50 – 411.” (more…)
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Update from MPD:
“Metro Transit Police have arrested a suspect in the Thursday shooting at Benning Road station that injured three individuals.
MTPD arrested the 16 year old male suspect in Northwest D.C. at approximately noon today. After an extensive investigation he is being charged with attempted second degree murder and carrying a pistol without a license. The suspect was wearing an ankle monitor at the time of his arrest.
“Gun violence is tragic, infuriating, and unfortunately all too common in our society today. I commend MTPD for their quick work apprehending this suspect,” said Metro General Manager Randy Clarke. “Metro has an extensive network of surveillance cameras that allow us to quickly identify perpetrators of violence and bring them to justice, and MTPD has dramatically increased its presence on rail and bus in the past several months to keep customers safe.”
There are no additional suspects in this case. The three victims are all expected to recover.” (more…)
via Metro Transit Police
Megan wrote at 6:27pm: “I was on the red line train when it pulled into metro center. We heard shots fired and everyone on the train hit the ground and the train didn’t stop, went on through. Everyone on our car was ok. What happened??”
From Metro Transit Police:
“MTPD responded to a fatal shooting on the Red Line platform at Metro Center shortly before 6:30 p.m. this evening.
One victim was pronounced at the scene. @DCPoliceDept is leading the investigation. #wmata”
From WMATA 7:29pm: “Red Line service back to single tracking due to police activity/customer fatality, but trains are bypassing the station. Use Gallery Place/Farragut North.”
From MPD: “MPD is assisting an outside law enforcement agency in reference to an officer involved shooting inside of the Metro Center Station.” (more…)
From MPD:
“From Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 10:00 p.m. through Saturday, December 17, 2022, at 12:01 a.m., the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will take place in the District of Columbia. Numerous law enforcement agencies, including the Metropolitan Police Department, the United States Secret Service, and other law enforcement agencies will be providing security for the event to ensure the safety of visiting dignitaries, attendees, and members of the public.
Due to this event, there will be numerous impacts to vehicular traffic, pedestrians, and public transportation in the area of the Washington Convention Center (WCC). Please plan accordingly and expect delays throughout the week.
In conjunction with this event, parking restrictions will begin on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, and extend through Saturday, December 17, 2022. (more…)