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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…
Repeat Offender Indicted For Murder Of Visiting Teacher Near Catholic University In DC: Feds Repeat Offender Indicted For Murder Of Visiting Teacher Near Catholic University In DC: Feds
Repeat Offender Indicted For Murder Of Visiting Teacher Near Catholic University In DC: Feds A 22-year-old District man with a checkered criminal past has been indicted in connection to the fatal, targeted shooting of a visiting teacher near the Catholic University of America in Northeast DC last summer, federal authorities announced. Jaime Macedo is facing murder and other charges following the fatal on-campus shooting of 25-year-old Kentucky resident Maxwell Emerson, a teacher and wrestling coach in Oldham County, in what was initially described as "an incident of violence" by officials. We are aware that there was an incident of violence that resulted in a fatality this morni…
Convict With Apt Nickname Charged For Daytime Shooting In Northeast DC: Feds Convict With Apt Nickname Charged For Daytime Shooting In Northeast DC: Feds
Convict With Apt Nickname Charged For Daytime Shooting In Northeast DC: Feds A daytime shooting suspect who didn't make it far last month while attempting to evade member of the Metropolitan Police Department is facing federal charges, authorities announced. Traquon "TwinGlock" McCalip, 21, who has a previous conviction for a weapon offense, was arraigned in US District Court in DC on a six-count indictment for a shooting that was reported shortly after 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, March 20 in the 3900 block of Minnesota Avenue NE.  According to investigators, McCalip got into an altercation with his victim that rapidly escalated and turned physical. During that di…
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, …
Two Dead, Five Hospitalized In Mass Northwest DC Shooting, Police Say Two Dead, Five Hospitalized In Mass Northwest DC Shooting, Police Say
Two Dead, Five Hospitalized In Mass Northwest DC Shooting, Police Say Two people were killed and five others sent to area hospitals with various injuries following a mass shooting in Northwest DC, the Metropolitan Police Department confirmed. At approximately 3 a.m. on Sunday night, gunshots rang out in the 700 block of P Street NW near 7th Street, leaving seven people with injuries, according to a spokesperson for the agency. All of the victims were adults. #Update Shooting Investigation: Executive Assistant Chief Jeffrey Carroll provides an update on the seven people shot early Sunday morning near the intersection of 7th and P St, NW. Have info? Call 20…
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 - …
Police ID Two Killed In Southwest DC Drive-By Shooting Near Nationals Park (UPDATED) Police ID Two Killed In Southwest DC Drive-By Shooting Near Nationals Park (UPDATED)
Police ID Two Killed In Southwest DC Drive-By Shooting Near Nationals Park (Updated) Police have identified the two people killed in a drive-by shooting in Southwest DC a block away from Nationals Park. Patricia Harris, 35, and Tyrone Jacobs, 24, both of Southwest DC, were shot and killed around noon on Thursday afternoon near the intersection of O Street SW and Hall Street SW that also left two others hospitalized. Chief Pamela A. Smith gives an update on the shooting in the 1300 block of Half Street SW that left two dead and two critically injured. pic.twitter.com/wnCdVy0hDO — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) December 21, 2023 According to police, Harris was pron…
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 …
Man Killed During Potential Robbery Near Howard University Campus In DC Man Killed During Potential Robbery Near Howard University Campus In DC
Man Killed During Potential Robbery Near Howard University Campus In DC One person was killed in what is believed to have been a botched robbery on the Howard University campus in Washington, DC early on Thursday morning. Metropolitan Police Commander James Boteler said that at approximately 6 a.m. on Thursday, July 13, officers in the neighborhood were called to investigate a reported shooting in the 600 block of Bryant Street NW. Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 600 Block of Bryant St NW. Lookout a possible white SUV last seen S/B on Georgia Ave., NW. DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20230386816 — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) July 13, 20…
Nine Injured In Targeted DC Mass Shooting Near Maryland State Line Nine Injured In Targeted DC Mass Shooting Near Maryland State Line
Nine Injured In Targeted DC Mass Shooting Near Maryland State Line Nine people were injured - including two minors - in an early morning Wednesday shooting during a targeted attack of a group of people celebrating the Fourth of July. A dark-colored SUV rolled through a party at approximately 1 a.m. on Wednesday, July 5 in the 4700 block of Meade Street NE and unknown assailants began opening fire into a crowd, according to police officials. Metropolitan Assistant Police Chief Leslie Parsons said that nine people suffered non-life-threatening injuries, including a 9-year-old and 17-year-old. Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 4700 block of Meade Stre…
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…
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…
Trafficker Taken Down During Largest Heroin Bust In DC History Heading To Prison: Feds Trafficker Taken Down During Largest Heroin Bust In DC History Heading To Prison: Feds
Trafficker Taken Down During Largest Heroin Bust In DC History Heading To Prison: Feds A convicted drug trafficker from DC will spend decades in prison for trafficking nearly 150 pounds of heroin, fentanyl, and marijuana, federal authorities announced. Washington, DC resident Linwood Douglas Thorne, 51, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in a massive drug trafficking conspiracy that resulted in one of the largest seizures of heroin in the District of Columbia’s history. Today was a MAJOR win for the community 👏🙌👏 @MayorBowser, MPD, @FBIWFO, and @ATFHQ announced an arrest in reference to the largest heroin seizure in the D.C. areaLinwood Douglas Thorne, 46, o…
Man Found Beaten To Death In Park Blocks From White House Man Found Beaten To Death In Park Blocks From White House
Man Found Beaten To Death In Park Blocks From White House Officials say that a Secret Service officer found a man beaten to death - possibly with a metal pipe - in a park near the White House after being flagged down by a jogger who found the body on Wednesday morning. Secret Service members and the Metropolitan Police Department were called to Ellipse Park shortly before 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 4, when a jogger saw a man he believed could be in need of medical attention. When the officer went to check on the man, he found that he was already dead, launching an extensive investigation. Alert: MPD, @SecretService, @usparkpolicepio are on-sce…
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…