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Back in the day some readers got frustrated with me for posting fences. They didn’t think they were worth the space. I couldn’t disagree more. This is a lost freaking art. These fences are beautiful. That’s all I have to say about that.

Heritage India, 1337 Connecticut Ave., NW, released a statement today about Sunday’s shooting/stabbings in Dupont Circle. From Heritage India:

“Heritage India extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Jhonte Coleman. We wish a quick and healthful recovery for the others who were injured following a private party on Nov. 27.

Heritage India is proud to be among Washington’s world-class restaurants, offering guests from around the city, country and the world a memorable fine-dining experience. Heritage India often hosts wedding receptions, businesspeople, government officials, foreign diplomats and other dignitaries for large lunch and dinner banquets.

Located in one of Washington’s premier nightlife areas, Heritage India Dupont Circle is an attractive venue for private after-hours events on weekend nights.

On Nov. 27, two patrons at a private party began to fight and security staff immediately escorted both men off the premises.

With tension remaining in the venue, management decided to shut down the event immediately. Music was turned off, lights were turned on and guests were asked to leave.

As patrons were exiting, a person outside of Heritage India shouted that there had been a stabbing on the street.

Heritage India staff immediately called 911 and security began an emergency-response lockdown. At this point, only the security officers, event promoters and restaurant staff were inside the restaurant.

The alleged stabbing victim was leaning against the main door of the restaurant and security brought him inside to render medical aid.

Contrary to published reports, the stabbing did not occur inside Heritage India.

Heritage India is reviewing its contracting procedures for private events and is prepared to participate in a constructive dialog with police and city officials to promote a safe, hospitable environment for nightlife activities.”

I guess it’s better than nothing but…

Anyone know the year/make? This might be my new favorite!

A reader writes at 10:29am:

“Shooting just happened in font of GrandVille moores its yellow tapped and 2 dozen police cars with trauma unit and clean up present”

More info as it becomes available.

One reader reports on to me @PoPville on twitter:

“they caught at least one of the suspects (not sure if there was more than one). Saw the arrest happen”

Another twitter follower writes:

“@DCPoliceDept says it was a robbery w/ gun.”

Official update from MPD:

“There were two robberies this morning in the First District:

The first took place at 8:55 A.M. in the 300 block of 13th Street, N.E.

In this case, there were a total of three black male suspects, two on foot wearing masks and a third operating a red Ford four door vehicle. The suspects made good their escape in the vehicle and were last seen traveling eastbound in the 1300 block of Constitution Avenue, N.E. The victim had personal property stolen and suffered minor injuries. No weapon was used in this offense.

The second took place 9:38 A.M. in the 1200 block of H Street, N.E.

In this case, members of D.C. Protective Services Police and the First District were able to successfully apprehend the suspect. The victim in this case was not injured and their personal property was recovered. The suspect displayed a gun during the robbery, which was also recovered at the scene. The officers and detectives on the scene did an outstanding job in apprehending this suspect.

At this time, it is unknown if these incidents are related.”

A reader submitted the sweet ride above from Mt. Vernon Square and I found the one below chilling on H St, NE:

Anyone know what year this Mustang is?

Photo by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC

From MPD-2D Watch Commander’s Crime Update:

“Between Friday, November 18, 2011, 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 19, 2011, 2:50 a.m. a Burglary/Two and Destruction of Property/Felony offense occurred in the 2100 block of F St., N.W. (PSA 207) and was subsequently reported to the MPD.

The victim reported that an unknown suspect(s) entered their room and stole a laptop computer. They also flooded the bathtub, which then cause extensive damage to the structure.”

Ed. Note: I’m now taking entries for short stories using this scenario as a premise…