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“Beating incident last night at 8th and S St, NW”

By Prince Of Petworth


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From the MPD listserv:

Three young black males were seen beating and kicking a young white male last night around 2 am near 8th and S St last night on the sidewalk of the 1800 block of S. We heard the disturbance outside, I opened our front door and screamed at them to stop. One of the assailants aimed a gun at me as the victim fled on foot and the other suspects piled into a waiting car. The police responded quickly, although everyone had already left the seen.

No idea about how the incident started, but if anyone has any information about this crime the police (and the unknown victim, no doubt) would likely appreciate it.

Terrifying. There have been no responses by MPD or others as of 10am. I’ll be sure to update if/when more info becomes available.

Shootings Homicide in Manor Park Early Sat. Morning, Shooting in Brightwood Park

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD:

Just before 1am, a unit was flagged down for a shooting victim in the 5600 blk of North Capitol St. NW. An adult male victim was located suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The male was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced. Currently, the 5600 blk of North Capitol Street is temporarily closed while Homicide Division investigates. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-888-919-CRIME.


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From MPD:

Just before 6:53 a.m., units were dispatched to 8th and Jefferson Streets N.W., for a shooting victim. An adult male victim was located suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The male was transported to the hospital where he is in stable condition with what appears to be non life threatening injuries. There is currently no usable lookout at this time. All streets within a one block radius of 8th and Jefferson Streets, N.W. are temporarily closed while investigations continue. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-888-919-CRIME.

Securing Items On Your Porch/Backyard?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Has anyone’s neighbor recently acquired a chair very much like the one in the attached photo? Our second chair managed to disappear sometime between 10:30 last night (Wed, Jun 15) and 9:00 this morning (Thu, Jun 16). We live in Columbia Heights, just a few blocks from the Red Derby.

Thanks for keeping an eye out.”

If anyone sees the chair email me at princeofpetworth(at)gmail and I’ll tell the OP where the chair was spotted.


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“Dear PoPville,

I just purchased a new Weber gas grill. Perhaps foolishly, I bought a nice one. A really nice one. Now I’m afraid someone will steal it, or strip it for parts. It’s on our back deck close to the backdoor light, I keep it covered, and I have a big dog. Do you or your readers have any suggestions for what else I can do to deter theft? Thanks!”

I know bicycles get stolen a lot but can you use a bike lock to attach it to the deck? Has anyone heard of a grill getting stolen?

Dear PoPville – Anyone Know About the Arboretum neighborhood?

By Prince Of Petworth


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“Dear PoPville,

I was wondering if you or your readers had any information on the neighborhood near the National Arboretum, and would care to share? I’m specifically referring to the neighborhood around 22nd and R St. NE. It looks likes a lovely neighborhood. Quiet, clean, cute houses, close to our city’s (arguably) most under-appreciated public space. Walmart is planning on developing down the road… Thanks much.”

Anyone familiar with the small residential area around 22nd and R St. NE?
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Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn “stone manor estate” edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 2860 Woodland Dr NW:


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The flier says:

“Extraordinary stone manor estate sited on nearly 1 acre of spectacular park like grounds. The main level feat. grand Entry Foyer & Gallery, stunning LR w/ fpl, formal DR, wood paneled Libr. & eat-in Kitch. The 2nd & 3rd levels feat. spacious Master Suite, 5 addt’l BR’s & 4BA’s. The grounds are breathtaking w/ pool & pool house, boxwood gardens, south facing views of Rock Creek Park.”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

A bit different from last week’s more contemporary house, this 6 bed/6 bath is going for $8,995,000.

That backyard is not a bad spot for a morning cup of coffee and/or mojito…

Props to the Cops Vol. 13

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD Chief Cathy Lanier:

The Metropolitan Police Department wishes to announce that detectives from the First District, Second District and Third District have made arrests in connection to a series of armed robberies that have occurred in all three police districts. The subjects were taken into custody over the weekend and charged in one of the offenses; however, they have been positively linked to the related robbery pattern. After the subjects are indicted on all of the various robberies associated with this spree, they will be formally identified.

Any Fans of Big Red Soda? It’s Coming to DC

By Prince Of Petworth

Apparently it’s huge in Texas, Indiana and Kentucky. Anyone ever tried one before? I’m told it will soon be arriving at “independent convenience and grocery stores.”

For the fans – can you compare it to anything, what does it taste like?

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