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Police & Fire
Bicyclist Killed By Speeding Mercedes Driver Crossing Over Double Yellow Line In DC: Police
A speeding driver who couldn't keep a Mercedes in the right lane remains at large after a fatal Fourth of July hit-and-run in Northeast DC, police say. The Metropolitan Police Department has launched a death investigation after a reckless driver struck and killed a bicyclist early on Tuesday, July 4 while speeding in a black Mercedes in the 900 block of Eastern Avenue NE. Police say that at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, the driver crossed over the double yellow line and into oncoming traffic, striking the victim before fleeing east on Eastern Avenue. The bicyclist was pronou…
Police & Fire
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…
News
Eight Rescued After Boat Overturns In Potomac River
All hands were on deck on Sunday morning when a boat overturned in the Potomac River and left nearly a dozen people in a perilous position. Several agencies responded on Sunday, July 2, when the boat went over and left eight people in the water in need of a helping hand, which was happily offered by first responders across DC. The scene of the Potomac River rescue.@dcfireems The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority was first at the scene, officials said, and were able to rescue the eight boaters, none of whom were injured. Following that save, DC Fire and EMS personnel responded …
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Balcony Comes Crashing Down On Car Outside DC Apartment (
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Disaster was averted on Sunday afternoon when a fourth-floor balcony collapsed and landed on the street in Northeast DC. No injuries were reported on Sunday, July 2, when the balcony collapsed and landed on the rear end of a Subaru Impreza that was parked downstairs. DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to the 300 block of L Street NE at around 3 p.m. on Sunday afternoon to investigate the incident, which caused only damage to the home and parked car. DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to the 300 block of L Street NE@dcfireems It is unclear what caused the collapse. Structural…
Police & Fire
Explosives Destroy Three DC Businesses July Fourth Weekend (NEW
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At least three explosives were set off in Washington, DC early on Sunday morning within a span of just 15 minutes, and now the Metropolitan Police Department is seeking answers. Local and federal investigators are seeking the public's assistance in tracking down a firebug who set off several explosive devices that caused extensive damage to several area businesses in Northeast DC. The incendiary night for investigators began at approximately 4:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 2, when a suspect detonated an explosive device on the sidewalk outside of the ATM at Truist Bank in the 2300 block of Washi…
Police & Fire
Distress Call Declared After Roof Collapses At Ristorante Piccolo In Northwest DC
The two-alarm fire that tore through a popular Northwest DC restaurant has intensified on Thursday afternoon as crews continue to try and get the flames under control. A distress call was declared at approximately 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, June 29 at Ristorante Piccolo on 31st Street NW in Georgetown when the roof of the restaurant collapsed on the first floor of the two-story building. The roof at Ristorante Piccolo collapsed.@dcfireems The fire was reported at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, and a second alarm was sounded around hour later. Update 2 Alarm Fire 1000 bl…
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'Stubborn And Difficult' Fire Breaks Out At Popular DC Restaurant (
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First responders are at the scene of a two-alarm fire that broke out at a popular Northwest DC restaurant. The fire was reported at Ristorante Piccolo on 31st Street NW in Georgetown at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, and a second alarm was sounded an hour later. Update Working Fire 1000 block 31st St NW. 2 more engines & 1 truck requested. Still opening up and accessing fire and working to prevent extension. Access issues to to building configuration. #DCsBravest pic.twitter.com/aDP3cGt79H — DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) June 29, 2023 In total, 20 units and 100 fire…
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Smoke Seen Across DC As Flames Tear Through Roof Of Building (
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Smoke could be seen for miles and flames scorched through the roof of a business in Northeast DC on Tuesday morning. Nearly two dozen units and 100 firefighters were called to the 1300 block of H Street NE where there reports of a massive fire that broke out in a three-story commercial building that threatened neighboring structures. 2 Alarm Fire 1300 block H St NE. Considerable fire on arrival roof 3 story building with some extension to adjacent structure. Aggressive firefighting efforts have knocked down the fire. Working to cut off any further extension. No injuries reported. #DCsBr…
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Car Mangled After Crashing Through Tree, Pole In Northeast DC
Disaster was averted in Northeast DC when a driver crashed through a tree that came toppling down on top of his vehicle. Shortly after 3 a.m. on Monday, June 26, DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to the intersection of New York Avenue and Fenwick Street NE, when a driver struck a pole and tree, officials said. The driver was transported to an area hospital for treatment what were initially described as "serious injuries" and later downgraded to "non-life-threatening" later on Monday morning. It is unclear what caused the crash, and police investigators are still working to determ…
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Person Pulled From DC Apartment Fire Dies In Hospital (
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Officials say that the person pulled from a second-story kitchen fire early on Monday morning in Southeast DC has died. At approximately 3:45 a.m. on Monday, June 26, DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to the 700 block of Brandywine Street SE, where there were reports of smoke coming from a residence. Box Alarm 700 block Brandywine St SE. Fire 2nd floor kitchen knocked down in 3 story apartment building. 1 victim being removed from fire apartment. #DCsBravest — DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) June 26, 2023 One person was rescued from the apartment and was rushed to an area hospital wit…
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Hope Swells For Single Mom With Teen Daughters Whose House Was Destroyed By DC Blaze
A light-sleeping visitor and a random Good Samaritan banging on the door of a DC home shouting “SMOKE” may have saved the lives of an art teacher’s family whose home was destroyed earlier this month. At approximately 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, a home belonging to Washington Yu Ying School teacher Paula Zimmerman went up in flames, claiming the life of a family dog, and left at least one hospitalized. The fire left one with critical injuries.@dcfireems According to Zimmerman’s family, a their aunt happened to be staying with her on the night of the fateful fire who was woken up in …
News
Body Pulled From Anacostia River In Southeast DC
A body was pulled from the Anacostia River in Southeast DC, officials confirmed. On Thursday, June 22, DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to the river near the boat ramp at Anacostia Park SE to investigate reports of a body in the water. Water rescue assignment Anacostia River along Anacostia Park SE vicinity of the boat ramp. Report of person in the water. #DCsBravest — DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) June 22, 2023 Following a brief investigation, officials confirmed the rescue effort was actually a body recovery, and the incident is under investigation by the Metropolitan Police Dep…
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