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'Bank Juggers' Killed In Fiery Crash Following Police Pursuit From Maryland Into DC: Police 'Bank Juggers' Killed In Fiery Crash Following Police Pursuit From Maryland Into DC: Police
'Bank Juggers' Killed In Fiery Crash Following Police Pursuit From Maryland Into DC: Police Two were killed in a fiery crash during a police pursuit that spanned from Anne Arundel County and ended in Southeast DC on Tuesday, officials say. At approximately 12:15 p.m. on July 2, officers in Anne Arundel County working a specific detail targeting suspected "bank juggers" known for targeting their victims as they deposited or withdrew cash from area banks. Crash with entrapment and fire Southern Ave & 41st St SE. 2 vehicles on fire being extinguished jointly by @dcfireems & @PGFDNews. Sadly, there are 2 confirmed fatalities. A 3rd patient being transported by PG. #DCsBrave…
Maryland Father Killed In Mass Northeast DC Shooting Had 'Vibrant Spirit, Promising Future' Maryland Father Killed In Mass Northeast DC Shooting Had 'Vibrant Spirit, Promising Future'
Maryland Father Killed In Mass Northeast DC Shooting Had 'Vibrant Spirit, Promising Future' Co-workers of a 29-year-old Maryland father who was gunned down during a mass drive-by shooting in Northeast DC earlier this month are rallying around their colleague in the days after her son's death. Largo resident Aubrey McLeod, 29, was shot and killed in the Carver-Langston neighborhood on Wednesday, April 11 in an incident that left five others - including two children - hospitalized with serious injuries. #Update: Chief Smith holds a news conference on the shooting that injured 6 people in the 1100 block of 21st Street Northeast tonight. pic.twitter.com/B6DRhDMQYJ — DC Police…
Infiniti Linked To Double Fatal Mass Shooting On St. Patrick's Day In DC Located, Police Say Infiniti Linked To Double Fatal Mass Shooting On St. Patrick's Day In DC Located, Police Say
Infiniti Linked To Double Fatal Mass Shooting On St. Patrick's Day In DC Located, Police Say It took less than 24 hours for members of the Metropolitan Police Department to track down a vehicle that was linked to Sunday's mass shooting in Northwest DC that left two dead and five hospitalized. On Tuesday, Investigators released a photo of a vehicle of interest - a black Infiniti - that may have been involved in the shooting that left Southeast resident Anthony Brown, and Baltimore resident Jay Lucks, both 32, dead. The following morning, the department announced that the vehicle has been located, but no suspects have been identified or apprehended as of 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, …
Here's What We Know About Fatal Crime Spree Spanning From DC To Prince George's County Here's What We Know About Fatal Crime Spree Spanning From DC To Prince George's County
Here's What We Know About Fatal Crime Spree Spanning From DC To Prince George's County New details are emerging after a 35-year-old man was killed during a violent crime spree that left another person with critical injuries.  Maryland State Police investigators continue to investigate the crime spree that started in Northwest DC earlier this week with a carjacking and ended with a suspect killed by officers in Prince George's County, authorities announced. The fateful day for police began at around 5:45 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 29 in the 900 block of K Street NW, when a suspect - later identified by the Attorney General's Office as Suitland resident Artell Cunningham - …
Man Awaiting Homicide Trial In DC Arrested For Shootings In Maryland: Police Man Awaiting Homicide Trial In DC Arrested For Shootings In Maryland: Police
Man Awaiting Homicide Trial In DC Arrested For Shootings In Maryland: Police Gerald Andre Thomas just can't seem to stay out of trouble with the law.  The 20-year-old Thomas, who was on release awaiting trial for a homicide in Washington, DC, is facing a host of new felonies after a pair of shootings in Prince George's County earlier this week. At around 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday night, officers from the Bowie Police Department were called to investigate a reported shooting in the 3000 block of Twisting Lane where several bullets were fired into a home that had several people inside, including a 4-month-old child and a 74-year-old. Investigators said that at the scen…
Woman Arrested For Premeditated Murder Of Beloved Son, Father Of Six In Northwest DC Woman Arrested For Premeditated Murder Of Beloved Son, Father Of Six In Northwest DC
Woman Arrested For Premeditated Murder Of Beloved Son, Father Of Six In Northwest DC Police say that a Maryland woman has been apprehended months after 46-year-old Donald B. Childs was found shot and killed in Northwest DC. Over the summer, officers were called to investigate a midday shooting in the 100 block of Farragut Street NW, where they found the father of six suffering from a gunshot wound inside an area residence, investigators said. The homicide was reported shortly before 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, July 30. Childs was rushed by DC Fire and EMS personnel to an area hospital where he later died from his injuries.  BREAKING NEWS: CRITICAL SHOOTING W/CPR: 5000 Bl. of …
Gunman In Custody Days After MD Teen Shot On DC Metro Train, Police Say Gunman In Custody Days After MD Teen Shot On DC Metro Train, Police Say
Gunman In Custody Days After MD Teen Shot On DC Metro Train, Police Say Justice may be served for a grieving family in Maryland after a teenager was gunned down on a Metro railcar in Washington, DC last month. On Friday, June 9, the Metropolitan Police Department announced that Southeast DC resident Keith Williams, 23, has been charged with murder for his role in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Brendan Ofori, of Fort Washington, in May. At approximately 11:40 a.m. on Sunday, May 28, Ofori was shot and killed on a train heading into the Waterfront Metro Station in the 300 block of M Street in Southwest DC. On the day of the shooting, officers found Ofori su…
Popular Bartender Killed In DC Hit-Run Crash Popular Bartender Killed In DC Hit-Run Crash
Popular Bartender Killed In DC Hit-Run Crash The beloved 30-year-old Virginia bartender who was killed weeks before his birthday by a hit-and-run driver in Washington, DC is being remembered by friends and family as a light that “shined in every room he walked into.” Shortly before 3:20 a.m. on Monday, May 1, Alexandria native Rhyes Patrick-James Harris was outside of his vehicle on I-295 when he was struck by a minivan that continued speeding down the interstate after striking him, police said. MPD seeks a vehicle in a traffic fatality that occurred on 5/1/23, on Interstate 295 Southbound Prior to Exits 1B and 1C.Photos of a sim…
MD Dads Killed In Anacostia River Crash MD Dads Killed In Anacostia River Crash
MD Dads Killed In Anacostia River Crash Support is swelling for the families of two men who were among three killed when their vehicle splash landed in the Anacostia River in Washington, DC late last week. First responders were called at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 20 to the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge after receiving reports of a vehicle that had gone into the water. Water search below S. Capitol St Bridge. Witnesses report seeing vehicle go into water. Track marks located leading to water. Search by land, water & air in progress utilizing Fireboats, @uscoastguard, @DCPoliceDept harbor & @uspar…
Gunman Strikes Innocent Bystander, Kills Baltimore Man In DC (VIDEO) Gunman Strikes Innocent Bystander, Kills Baltimore Man In DC (VIDEO)
Gunman Strikes Innocent Bystander, Kills Baltimore Man In DC (Video) New video has been released as police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a man suspected of murdering one and injuring another in DC. The suspect was caught on a nearby surveillance camera after the shooting around 1:20 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 17 in the 2400 block of 18th Street, Northwest, according to Metropolitan police. Police arrived at the scene to find two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. The male victim, identified as Avon Perkins, 30, of Baltimore, was pronounced dead on the scene and the female victim was rushed to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threateni…
Gunman Strikes Innocent Bystander, Kills Baltimore Man In DC Gunman Strikes Innocent Bystander, Kills Baltimore Man In DC
Gunman Strikes Innocent Bystander, Kills Baltimore Man In DC Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man suspected of murdering one and injuring another in DC. The suspect was caught on a nearby surveillance camera after the shooting around 1:20 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 17 in the 2400 block of 18th Street, Northwest, according to Metropolitan police. Police arrived to the scene to find two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. The male victim, identified as Avon Perkins, 30, of Baltimore, was pronounced dead on the scene and the female victim was rushed to a hospital for treatment of non life-threatening injuries.  MPD seeks a suspect…
Man Suffers Critical Electrical Injuries Atop Roof Of Train At DC's Union Station: Officials Man Suffers Critical Electrical Injuries Atop Roof Of Train At DC's Union Station: Officials
Man Suffers Critical Electrical Injuries Atop Roof Of Train At DC's Union Station: Officials Officials say that a person was critically injured by an electric shock while on top of a train at Union Station early on Friday morning in Washington, DC. The incident was first reported by DC Fire and EMS officials at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, when a man suffered an electrical injury after coming into contact with a power line while walking on the roof of the car. According to officials, the victim was found under H Street in Northeast Washington, DC, though first responders had to wait to jump into action until power could be cut to the area. Technical Rescue up…
Report Of Gunshots Prompts Lockdown At Northwest DC High School Report Of Gunshots Prompts Lockdown At Northwest DC High School
Report Of Gunshots Prompts Lockdown At Northwest DC High School A report of gunshots prompted a lockdown at a Northwest DC high school on Friday, Nov. 18, authorities said. The DC Police Department responded to Jackson-Reed High School, formerly named Woodrow Wilson High School, on Chesapeake Street after receiving a report of suspects in two vehicles exchanging gunfire, they said on Twitter around 3 p.m. Prelim info for sounds of gunshots in the 3900 block of Chesapeake St, NW-suspects in 2 vehicles exchanged gunfire. There is no active threat at this time. Ongoing investigating. School was placed on lockdown for precautionary measures. Media Stagi…
Suspect At Large After Two Shot On Metrobus Near Southeast DC School: Report Suspect At Large After Two Shot On Metrobus Near Southeast DC School: Report
Suspect At Large After Two Shot On Metrobus Near Southeast DC School: Report A suspect was at large after two people were shot on a Metrobus near a Southeast DC school on Thursday, Nov. 17, WJLA reports. The shooting happened around 8:20 a.m. on the 800 block of Yuma Street close to KIPP DC Legacy College Preparatory school, which is located on 8th Street, according to DC police and the outlet. A man and teen girl, who was on her way to school, were taken to a local hospital, where both are expected to survive, the outlet says. No arrests have been made and police say they are looking for a 17-year-old Black man who stands 4-foot-8 to 5 feet tall. Alert: Shoot…
Teen Gunned Down On Halloween Night In Southwest DC, Police Say Teen Gunned Down On Halloween Night In Southwest DC, Police Say
Teen Gunned Down On Halloween Night In Southwest DC, Police Say Police have more questions than answers in Washington, DC as officers investigate the murder of a teenager on Halloween night. Members of the Metropolitan Police Department responded at approximately 8:40 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 31 to the 2600 block of Birney Place, where there were reports of gunshots that rang out. Shooting Investigation in the 2600 Block of Birney Place, SE. No Lookout. — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) November 1, 2022 DC Police Chief Robert Contee III said that upon arrival, officers found a 14-year-old with multiple gunshot wounds. Aid was rendered, and CPR was…
Driver Reportedly Killed By Her Passenger In Middle Of DC Intersection Driver Reportedly Killed By Her Passenger In Middle Of DC Intersection
Driver Reportedly Killed By Her Passenger In Middle Of DC Intersection A woman is dead after being allegedly shot by her passenger while she was driving in DC, authorities say. Police were alerted of a crashed vehicle around 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 27, in the 1300 block of New Jersey Avenue NW, according to the DC Police Department.  Detectives say that upon arrival, they found a single vehicle crashed into a telephone pole. Investigation suggests that the passenger of the vehicle shot the driver of the vehicle, causing the crash and the driver's death.  The female passenger is believed to have shot the driver while they were stopped at a red lig…
Driver Gunned Down By Passenger Before Crashing Into A Telephone Pole In DC, Police Say Driver Gunned Down By Passenger Before Crashing Into A Telephone Pole In DC, Police Say
Driver Gunned Down By Passenger Before Crashing Into A Telephone Pole In DC, Police Say A woman was shot to death by a passenger in her car before crashing into a telephone pole outside a fire station and near a high school in Northwest, DC, police officials reported. At approximately 12:20 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, DC police responded to a shooting in the 1300 block of New Jersey Avenue NW, where there was a reported shooting and a car that struck a pole near a busy intersection. Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 1300 block of New Jersey Avenue NW. No look out at this time.DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT # I20220542769 — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) Octob…
Paw-some: Puppy Reunited With Owner After Being Stolen At Gunpoint In DC Paw-some: Puppy Reunited With Owner After Being Stolen At Gunpoint In DC
Paw-some: Puppy Reunited With Owner After Being Stolen At Gunpoint In DC It was a happy reunion for a dog owner in Washington, DC as he was reunited with a puppy that was stolen during an armed robbery last week. On Monday, Oct. 17, the DC Police Department announced that Genesis has been located - though her captors remain at large - and returned to its owner safely. The pup has been found!🐶 Thank you to everyone who submitted tips to help find this furry friend!We’re still looking for the suspect in this case. If you have any info, please reach out to (202) 727-9099, or text 50411. https://t.co/1IEiEVA4aL pic.twitter.com/nEv2mRmtBl — DC Police Department…
Mass Drive-By Shooting In DC Rushes Several People To Hospital Mass Drive-By Shooting In DC Rushes Several People To Hospital
Mass Drive-By Shooting In DC Rushes Several People To Hospital Several people have been shot in yet another shooting on a Northwest D.C. street, authorities confirm. Four men have been shot while standing in the unit block of New York Avenue in Northwest D.C. around 1:09 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 6, according to First District Commander Tasha Bryant. Police say that three of the victims have non life-threatening injuries, and one has critical injuries. All are receiving treatment at area hospitals. 10.6.22 Cmdr. Bryant provides an update on a shooting incident that occurred in the Unit Block of New York Ave., NW. https://t.co/kp0gsvQPgl — DC Police Dep…
Teen Arrested After Shooting Students Outside DC School Teen Arrested After Shooting Students Outside DC School
Teen Arrested After Shooting Students Outside DC School A 15-year-old gunman has been taken into custody after shooting two students near a public charter school in Washington DC, authorities say. The shooting reportedly occurred in the 4500 block of Lee Street near the intersection of 45th Street around 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 31. The IDEA Public Charter School put the school on a precautionary lockdown following the shooting, according to the DC Police Department. The victims are currently in a hospital receiving treatment for their injuries and are expected to survive. 8.31.22 Chief Contee provides an update on two separate shooting …
Alerts Issued For Four Minors Reported Missing In DC Area Alerts Issued For Four Minors Reported Missing In DC Area
Alerts Issued For Four Minors Reported Missing In DC Area Four minors were reported missing in the D.C. area on Tuesday, August 9, according to law enforcement. Tania Outlaw is a 12-year-old black female, 5'1 tall and 100 pounds, who was last seen on August 9 in the 1200 block of Monroe Street, the D.C. Police Department said. She has red hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a multicolored stripe shirt with black flip flops, authorities said. Tania OutlawDC Police Department Naveah Baker was last seen on August 9 in the 100 block of Michigan Avenue, wearing a blue hoodie, with black and pink pants, and tan flip flops with white socks, p…
Man Wanted After Kidnapping D.C. Woman At Gunpoint Man Wanted After Kidnapping D.C. Woman At Gunpoint
Man Wanted After Kidnapping D.C. Woman At Gunpoint Police are asking for the public's help locating a suspect in an armed kidnapping that occurred in the D.C. area, authorities say. Marquez Parker, 44, allegedly kidnapped Selita Lee, 30, at gunpoint in the 2900 block of Van Ness Street, NW, Wednesday, July 27, according to D.C. police. Lee was later confirmed to have been located by D.C. police shortly before 3 p.m. Wednesday. The whereabouts of Parker are still unknown. He is believed to be a suspect, but a warrant reportedly has not been secured for his arrest. If anyone knows the whereabouts of the victim (pictured below), please c…
Woman Abducted By BF In DC: Report Woman Abducted By BF In DC: Report
Woman Abducted By BF In DC: Report Police are seeking a D.C. man after he kidnapped his girlfriend and tried stuffing her in the trunk of a car on Wednesday, July 27, NBC4 reports. Marquez Parker, 44, was armed when he abducted 30-year-old Selita Lee against her will at gunpoint, outside of their apartment on Van Ness Street, DC police said. MPD seeks the public's assistance in locating 44 year-old Marquez Parker in reference to an Armed Kidnapping that occurred on 7/27/22 in the 2900 blk of Van Ness Street, NW. Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411 pic.twitter.com/DzCZrh7BJi — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) Ju…
Search Continues For Critically Missing DC Girl Search Continues For Critically Missing DC Girl
Search Continues For Critically Missing DC Girl Police are asking for the public's help locating a critically missing young teenage girl from the DC area, authorities say.. Makenzy Jenkins, 14, was last seen in the 800 block of Howard Street Southeast, around 2 a.m., Thursday, July 14, according to the DC Police Department. Jenkins is described as 5-feet 7-inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black leggins with multicolored "Love Pink" lettering on the left side, and white, black, and yellow Nike shoes. If you have seen Makenzy Jenkins or know her whe…
Homeless DC Man Shot To Death Near Thomas Circle ID'd (UPDATE) Homeless DC Man Shot To Death Near Thomas Circle ID'd (UPDATE)
Homeless DC Man Shot To Death Near Thomas Circle ID'd (Update) Police are searching for a suspect after a man was fatally shot at a homeless encampment in Washington DC, authorities said.  The shooting occurred in the area of Massachusetts Avenue and Thomas Circle Northwest before 9:30 a.m. on Monday, May 23, Metropolitan Police said on Twitter.  5.23.22 Chief Andre Wright provides an update on a homicide in the 1300 block of Massachusetts Avenue, NW. Have info? Call 202-727-9099 or text at 50411. pic.twitter.com/NUHU7IhHkT — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) May 23, 2022 Responding officers were directed to a tent near Thomas Circle where they…
Virginia Gunman Kills Himself After Quadruple Sniper-Type DC Shooting, Police Say Virginia Gunman Kills Himself After Quadruple Sniper-Type DC Shooting, Police Say
Virginia Gunman Kills Himself After Quadruple Sniper-Type DC Shooting, Police Say A Fairfax, VA man suspected of shooting four people in Washington DC — including a 12-year-old girl — was found dead in an apartment Friday, April 22, authorities said. Raymond Spencer killed himself in a fifth-floor bathroom of a building on the 2900 block of Van Ness St., Fox5 reports citing police. Spencer is believed to have fired several shots "at anyone who was out there randomly" from the fifth floor of the building around 3:30 p.m., NBC reports citing Metropolitan Police Chief Robert Contee. He struck four victims, who were reportedly in stable condition. *PHOTOS* Multiple fir…
Woman Dangling From DC Building By Her Legs Rescued: Police Woman Dangling From DC Building By Her Legs Rescued: Police
Woman Dangling From DC Building By Her Legs Rescued: Police Metropolitan Police are investigating an incident of domestic violence in Washington DC that left a woman hanging from a building with her legs tied, authorities said.  Police responded to a call of a woman hanging from a building in the 4500 block of Connecticut Avenue Northwest just after 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 21, Commander Duncan Bedlion said. Upon arrival, officers found the woman suffering from significant injuries and she was taken to a local hospital for treatment, Bedlion said. She was listed as in stable but critical condition.  Commander Bedlion provides an update to the …
Maryland Boy ID'd As DC Weekend Shooter That Hurt Four: Police Maryland Boy ID'd As DC Weekend Shooter That Hurt Four: Police
Maryland Boy ID'd As DC Weekend Shooter That Hurt Four: Police A teenager from Prince George's County has been arrested for injuring four people in a shooting that happened near the Washington Nationals' Stadium over the weekend, authorities said.  The 15-year-old from Temple Hills was arrested and charged with assault with a dangerous weapon on Monday, April 11, Metropolitan Police said. Police are still looking for another suspect involved in the incident.  MPD announces an arrest has been made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on 4/9/22, in the 100 block of P St., SW.This case remains under investigation.Have info…
Suspect Wanted For Killing DC Father In Front Of His Two Young Kids: Police Suspect Wanted For Killing DC Father In Front Of His Two Young Kids: Police
Suspect Wanted For Killing DC Father In Front Of His Two Young Kids: Police Washington DC Metropolitan Police are offering rewards of up to $25,000 for information regarding a suspect who shot and killed a DC father in front of his two young children, sources said.  MD Police are looking Jarrell David Harris, 27, who is wanted in connection to the death of 42-year-old Sedrick Miller earlier this month, police said.  MPD seeks 27 year-old Jarrell David Harris, of Southeast, DC. He is wanted in reference to a Homicide that occurred on Friday, March 4, 2022, in the 2300 block of 18th Street, Northeast. Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411Release: https://t.…
Suspect Arrested In Deadly Shooting Spree Of Homeless In NYC & DC Suspect Arrested In Deadly Shooting Spree Of Homeless In NYC & DC
Suspect Arrested In Deadly Shooting Spree Of Homeless In NYC & DC Washington DC Police have arrested the suspect involved in five stabbings, including two homicides, where all the victims appeared to be homeless, authorities said on Tuesday, Mar. 15. "Early this AM, law enforcement arrested the suspect in Washington, DC." DC Police tweeted Tuesday morning. "He is currently being interviewed at our Homicide Branch. Additional information will be forthcoming. Thanks to the community for all your tips."  The suspect was identified as 30-year-old Gerald Brevard, WJZ reports. Brevard lives in the Washington area and has a criminal history, including an assual…
One Dead, More Hurt When Car Barrels Into DC Outdoor Dining Area: Police One Dead, More Hurt When Car Barrels Into DC Outdoor Dining Area: Police
One Dead, More Hurt When Car Barrels Into DC Outdoor Dining Area: Police At least one person has died and eleven people were injured, including some in critical condition, when a car crashed into an outdoor seating area in DC Friday, March 11.  Crews responded to the 5500 block of Connecticut Avenue NW where the car appeared to have crashed next to the Parthenon Restaurant around 12:30 p.m. Police said the driver of the car was an elderly male who was driving alone and lost control of his car. They believe the crash was entirely accidental.  Update crash with multiple injuries 5500 block Conn. Ave NW. #DCsBravest transported 8 patients to area hospitals. 5 …