Columbia Heights


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Kevin shares this upsetting report from this Saturday:

“I just wanted to let you know I was brutally assaulted and robbed by 2 males in between Columbia and Harvard street on Sherman. They followed me from 7-11 and attacked me from behind. I was brutally beaten for 30-45 seconds and they got away with my wallet.

The law enforcement responded immediately and they have suspects being questioned.

I am OK, my thoughts are with our safety as a community.”


Crime

Update from DC United above.

Disturbing report from a Seattle Sounders supporters group:

“Some of our brothers and sisters were attacked last night after the game. Some have been hospitalized. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. ECS has also put out the following statement: (more…)


Event

To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame’s debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of anonymously submitting messy dating stories. It’s going to be a night of laughter, of gasps, of books, of great company. Refreshments will be available. We can’t wait to see you there!


Crime


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From MPD:

“Around 1133am today, officers were flagged down by 3 adult complainants at 12th and G Street NE where they advised that an adult male just pulled a gun on them and robbed them of their belongings in the alley. Officers in that area where able to share the description and within minutes they were able to apprehend the subject after a foot pursuit. Officers were able to recover the stolen property that was discarded during the foot chase as well as the weapon that was used in the robbery. (more…)


Restaurants


1214 U Street, NW

This is the former home of The Prospect sports bar, but known to most as the Ulah Bistro space.

The liquor license placard for Rebel Taco Cantina says:

“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant and cantina offering specialty tacos and related Mexican-style food. Sidewalk Café Endorsement with 40 seats. Total seating inside is 100 with a Total Occupancy Load of 110.” (more…)