Council of the District of Columbia
Committee on Public Safety and the Judiciary
Notice of Public Hearing
1350 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20004 REVISED & ABBREVIATED
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COUNCILMEMBER PHIL MENDELSON, CHAIRPERSON
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE JUDICIARY ANNOUNCES A PUBLIC HEARING
on
Bill 18-138, the “Omnibus Anti-Crime Amendment Act of 2009”
Bill 18-151, the “Public Safety and Justice Amendments Act of 2009”
Bill 18-152, the “Hot Spot No Loitering Zone Act of 2009” THIS LEGISLATION HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION
on
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
10:00 a.m., Hearing Room 412, John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004
Councilmember Phil Mendelson, Chairperson of the Committee on Public Safety and the Judiciary, announces a public hearing on Bills 18-138, the “Omnibus Anti-Crime Amendment Act of 2009”, 18-151, the “Public Safety and Justice Amendments Act of 2009”, and 18-152, the “Hot Spot No Loitering Zone Act of 2009”. The hearing will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2009, in Hearing Room 412 of the John A. Wilson Building. This notice has been revised to reflect two additional bills that will also be considered. This notice has been abbreviated to provide notice to the public.
Bill 18-138 was introduced on February 6, 2009 and circulated to the Council on February 10th. Bills 18-151 and 18-152 were introduced on February 17, 2009. This hearing will be the first of two hearings on this legislation. Subject matter for the first hearing will be the entirety of these bills. The second hearing will be an opportunity for outstanding concerns from the first hearing and the more complex matters proposed in the legislation.
The stated purpose of Bill 18-138 is to repeal the Anti-Stalking Amendment Act of 1993; to enact a new anti-stalking law that more clearly defines stalking, more broadly encompasses all modern forms of stalking, assigns commensurate penalties and establishes jurisdiction to prosecute; to create a civil action to enjoin criminal street gangs and their members from engaging in activities which create a public nuisance and to amend the Omnibus Public Safety Amendment Act of 2006 to amend the definition of criminal street gang; to amend An Act to provide for the more effective prevention, detection and punishment of crime in the District of Columbia, approved June 29, 1953 to close to public inspection the names and addresses of the alleged victims of crimes of violence, obstruction of justice, stalking, assault, assault with significant injury, threats and an attempt or conspiracy to commit any of these offenses unless the Chief of Police determines that release of such information is not likely to result in harm to the investigation of the alleged crime, the victim or witness, or a member of the victim’s or witness’ family; to amend the Act codifying the District of Columbia Code, 56th Congress, Session II, Chapter 854, Subchapter 25 to suspend the marital privilege under certain circumstances, including where a spouse or domestic partner is accused of intra-family offenses or committing a crime prior to the marriage, or is testifying in a civil proceeding involving child abuse and neglect; to amend An Act to enact Part II of the District of Columbia Code, entitled “Judiciary and Judicial Procedures,” effective December 23, 1963, to suspend the physician-patient privilege in certain proceedings where a person is suspected or charged with causing the death of, or injuring a human being, or with attempting or threatening to kill or injure a human being, or where a person is suspected of defrauding a heath care benefit program; to amend An Act To establish a code of law for the District of Columbia, approved March 3, 1901, to revise the elements of the crime for assault with intent, to make unlawful entry a non-jury demandable offense and to increase the penalty for criminal conspiracies to commit violent crimes from 5 years for all conspiracies to the maximum punishment prescribed for the offense, the commission of which was the object of the conspiracy; to amend the Anti-Sexual Abuse Act of 1994 so that the defendant is not required to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the alleged victim of sexual abuse consented; to amend the District of Columbia Theft and White Collar Crimes Act of 1982 to expand the definition of the terms “property,” “person” and “value” and to make related conforming amendments so that the terms more broadly encompass conduct associated with theft and identity theft, to permit a person to be convicted of any combination of theft, fraud and other property offenses arising out of the same course of conduct, to expand the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia to prosecute fraud and insurance fraud, and to include in the definition of the crime of identity theft the use of personal identifying information belonging to or pertaining to another person to identify him/herself at the time of an arrest or to facilitate or conceal the commission of a crime; to provide for increased penalties if a person uses a stolen motor vehicle to commit a crime of violence and to add threats to injure to the obstruction of justice statute; to amend the DNA Sample Collection Act of 2001 to expand the qualifying offenses for the purposes of DNA collection under the DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act of 2000 to include all felonies; to amend An Act To control the possession, sale, transfer and use of pistols and other dangerous weapons in the District of Columbia, to provide penalties, to prescribe rules of evidence, and for other purposes so that offenses committed in other jurisdictions that would constitute a crime of violence or dangerous crime if committed in the District of Columbia or conduct that is substantially similar to that prosecuted as a crime of violence or dangerous crime under the D.C. Official Code are considered prior offenses for the purpose of sentencing for committing a crime of violence or dangerous crime while armed, and to increase the penalty for the crime of felon in possession of a firearm to imprisonment for not more than 15 years and a mandatory-minimum term of 5 years, if the prior felony is a crime of violence; to amend D.C. Official Code section 23-110(b) to allow a motion for post-conviction relief to be dismissed if the government has been prejudiced in its ability to respond to the motion by the delay in its filing; to amend D.C. Official Code section 23-523(b) to define daylight as the hours between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m.; to amend D.C. Official Code section 23-581 by adding destruction of property and voyeurism to the list of misdemeanors for which an arrest can be made without a warrant; to amend D.C. Official Code section 23-1322(c) so that probable cause for the arrest of certain dangerous and violent offenses will support a finding of dangerousness for pre-trial detention, and to add possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and felon-in-possession of a firearm to the list of offenses where there is a rebuttable presumption of dangerousness; to amend the District of Columbia Implied Consent Act, approved October 21, 1972, to require medical personnel to collect blood or urine at the direction of a police officer for the purpose of determining alcohol or drug content and to protect such medical personnel from liability for doing so; to amend the Protection of Children from Exposure to Drug-Related Activity Amendment Act of 1989 to provide penalties for the crime of making a false report of child abuse or neglect; to amend D.C. Official Code section 16-2312 to allow postponement of detention hearings on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day; to amend the HIV Testing of Certain Criminal Offenders Act of 1995 to require the court to order the defendant to furnish a blood sample to be tested for the presence of HIV, upon the request of the victim or an eyewitness to the offense who may be at risk of contracting the HIV/AIDS virus at any time after a preliminary hearing; to amend the District of Columbia Uniform Controlled Substances Act of 1981 to schedule fresh khat as a Schedule I drug; to amend the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925 to provide that enhanced sentencing penalties for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, under the influence or impaired shall be calculated from the date of the prior conviction to the date of the subsequent offense; to amend the Firearms Control Registration Act of 1975 to establish a registry requiring gun law offenders to register with the Metropolitan Police Department and verify their information, providing penalties for non-compliance; and to create the offense of illegally possessing a firearm in a motor vehicle.
The stated purpose of Bill 18-151, the Public Safety and Justice Amendments Act of 2009, is to create a process to allow for nuisance actions against criminal street gangs; top give arrest powers to certain correctional officers; to amend Chapter 572 effective December 15, 1941 to prohibit the introduction of cellular telephone or other portable communication device; to amend the Act codifying the District of Columbia Code, 56th Congress, Session II, Chapter 854, Subchapter 25 to suspend the marital privilege under certain circumstances, including where a spouse or domestic partner is accused of intra-family offenses or committing a crime prior to the marriage, or is testifying in a civil proceeding involving child abuse and neglect; to amend An Act to enact Part II of the District of Columbia Code, entitled “Judiciary and Judicial Procedures,” effective December 23, 1963, to suspend the physician-patient privilege in certain proceedings where a person is suspected or charged with causing the death of, or injuring a human being, or with attempting or threatening to kill or injure a human being, or where a person is suspected of defrauding a heath care benefit program; to amend The District of Columbia Elections Code of 1055ny prohibiting the destruction or defacing of campaign materials; To amend section 1002(c) of chapter 10 of title 16 of the District of Columbia code to allow the testimony of a respondent to be used in a criminal prosecutions derivative purposes, to impeach the respondent, and in prosecutions for perjury or committing false statements; to amend Section 211a of Chapter 159 approved June 29, 1953 to restate the crime of disorderly conduct; to repeal Section 6 of chapter 320 of, approved July 29, 1892; to amend section 1 of An Act for the suppression of prostitution in the District of Columbia, approved August 15, 1935 to create a new penalty structure for prostitution; to amend section 104(b)(1) of the Omnibus Public Safety Amendment of 2006to increase the time limit of a prostitution zone from 10 days to 20 days; to amend the District of Columbia Theft and White Collar Crimes Act of 1982 to create the crime of theft from motor vehicle; to amend section 1 of an Act to define and punish vagrancy in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes, approved December 17, 1941; to amend the the Bias-Related Crime Act of 1989 to add homelessness to the protected class; to amend section 3(a) of the Anti-Loitering/Drug Free Zone Act of 1996 to increase the time of a drug free zone from 10 days to 20 days; to amend the Establishment of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Act of 2000 to authorize the Mayor to waive, until April 13, 2013, the requirement that the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia be certified in forensic pathology by the American Board of Pathology or be eligible for such certification; to prohibit persons required to wear a detection device as a condition of supervision to remove, intentionally alter, interfere or mask the operation of the device, or to allow any unauthorized person to do so and to allow a law enforcement officer to make an arrest without a warrant for said violation; to amended the Title III of the District of Columbia Mental Health Information Act of 1978 to require disclosures of mental health information for criminal justice purposes.
The stated purpose of Bill 18-152, the Hot Spot No Loitering Zone Act of 2009, is to authorize the Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department to declare a Hot Spot No Loitering Zone, and to prohibit the congregation of 2 or more persons on any public space on public property, within an area currently designated as a Hot Spot No Loitering Zone, for the purpose of participating in criminal activity within the perimeter of the Hot Spot No Loitering Zone.
Those who wish to testify should contact Ms. Heidi Tseu, Committee Clerk, at (202) 724-8038, by fax at (202) 724-6664, or via e-mail at htseu@dccouncil.us, and provide their name, address, telephone number, organizational affiliation and title (if any) by close of business Monday, March 16, 2009. Persons wishing to testify are encouraged, but not required, to submit 15 copies of written testimony. If submitted by the close of business on Monday, March 16, 2009 the testimony will be distributed to Councilmembers before the hearing.
Witnesses must limit their testimony to five minutes; less time will be allowed if there are a large number of witnesses
If you are unable to testify at the hearing, written statements are encouraged and will be made a part of the official record. Copies of written statements should be submitted either to Ms. Tseu, or to Ms. Cynthia Brock-Smith, Secretary to the Council, Room 5 of the Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20004. The record will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2009.
28 February, 2009
24 February, 2009
Street Closures for President’s Address
Traffic Advisory: Street Closures for President’s Address to Joint Session of Congress
The United States Capitol Police have provided the following information regarding security restrictions for President Obama’s address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. The Capitol Square will be restricted to authorized pedestrians only beginning at 6 pm. In addition, the following streets surrounding the Capitol will be closed from 7:30 pm until the event has concluded:
* D Street between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW
* C Street between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW
* Constitution Avenue between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW
* Delaware Avenue between Columbus Circle, NE & Constitution Avenue, NE
* New Jersey Avenue between Louisiana Avenue, NW & D Street, NW
* Pennsylvania Avenue between 1st Street, NW & 3rd Street, NW
* East Capitol Street between 2nd Street & 1st Street
* 1st Street between Columbus Circle, NE & C Street, SE
* 1st Street between Louisiana Avenue, NW and Washington Avenue, SW
* Maryland Avenue between 1st Street, SW & 3rd Street, SW
* Independence Avenue between 2nd Street, SE & Washington Avenue, SW
* C Street between 1st Street, SE & Washington Avenue, SW
* Delaware Avenue between Washington Avenue, SW & C Street, SW
* New Jersey Avenue between Independence Avenue, SE & D Street, SE
* South Capitol Street between Independence Avenue & D Street
For additional information, please contact the United States Capitol Police Public Information Office at 202-224-1677.
The United States Capitol Police have provided the following information regarding security restrictions for President Obama’s address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. The Capitol Square will be restricted to authorized pedestrians only beginning at 6 pm. In addition, the following streets surrounding the Capitol will be closed from 7:30 pm until the event has concluded:
* D Street between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW
* C Street between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW
* Constitution Avenue between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW
* Delaware Avenue between Columbus Circle, NE & Constitution Avenue, NE
* New Jersey Avenue between Louisiana Avenue, NW & D Street, NW
* Pennsylvania Avenue between 1st Street, NW & 3rd Street, NW
* East Capitol Street between 2nd Street & 1st Street
* 1st Street between Columbus Circle, NE & C Street, SE
* 1st Street between Louisiana Avenue, NW and Washington Avenue, SW
* Maryland Avenue between 1st Street, SW & 3rd Street, SW
* Independence Avenue between 2nd Street, SE & Washington Avenue, SW
* C Street between 1st Street, SE & Washington Avenue, SW
* Delaware Avenue between Washington Avenue, SW & C Street, SW
* New Jersey Avenue between Independence Avenue, SE & D Street, SE
* South Capitol Street between Independence Avenue & D Street
For additional information, please contact the United States Capitol Police Public Information Office at 202-224-1677.
07 February, 2009
FENTY ADMINISTRATION STRENGTHENS ANTI-CRIME BILL
On Friday, February 6, 2009, Mayor Adrian M. Fenty reintroduced the Omnibus Anti-Crime Amendment Act with revised provisions aimed at strengthening measures to limit gang activity, enforce compliance among gun offenders, and crack down on illegal gun possession. The new provisions will create a registry to effectively supervise gun offenders and provide confidentiality protections for juvenile gang members. More importantly, the bill focuses efforts to deter at-risk youth from gang involvement by connecting them to programs that steer them toward positive life choices. The bill also makes it illegal to knowingly possess a firearm in a vehicle.
“Protecting the lives of District residents and youth is a top priority,” said Mayor Fenty. “We’re reintroducing this legislation to send a clear message that the District will use all the tools at its disposal to fight crime in our city.” He added, “This measure also ensures at-risk youth have alternative options that prevent violence among of kids.”
“The purpose of this bill is twofold—to keep repeat violent offenders off our streets and save lives. It is well known that an overwhelming majority of the homicides that are committed are committed by those who’ve been arrested before,” said Metropolitan Police Department Chief Lanier. According to Attorney General Nickles, “This bill contains necessary amendments and provisions that are essential to protecting citizens and our youth from senseless crimes. Would be criminals should think twice about their actions, because the District is not going to make it
easy for them to harm our residents. Through this legislation, the administration will strengthen District laws to crackdown on criminal activities.”
The Omnibus Anti-Crime Amendment Act of 2009 represents the District’s commitment to
fighting crime on behalf of the 600,000 citizens living in the city. With tougher laws that increase penalties for violent crimes, the District can effectively send a message to criminals in an effort to deter potential crimes from even taking place.
“Protecting the lives of District residents and youth is a top priority,” said Mayor Fenty. “We’re reintroducing this legislation to send a clear message that the District will use all the tools at its disposal to fight crime in our city.” He added, “This measure also ensures at-risk youth have alternative options that prevent violence among of kids.”
“The purpose of this bill is twofold—to keep repeat violent offenders off our streets and save lives. It is well known that an overwhelming majority of the homicides that are committed are committed by those who’ve been arrested before,” said Metropolitan Police Department Chief Lanier. According to Attorney General Nickles, “This bill contains necessary amendments and provisions that are essential to protecting citizens and our youth from senseless crimes. Would be criminals should think twice about their actions, because the District is not going to make it
easy for them to harm our residents. Through this legislation, the administration will strengthen District laws to crackdown on criminal activities.”
The Omnibus Anti-Crime Amendment Act of 2009 represents the District’s commitment to
fighting crime on behalf of the 600,000 citizens living in the city. With tougher laws that increase penalties for violent crimes, the District can effectively send a message to criminals in an effort to deter potential crimes from even taking place.
04 February, 2009
FIRST DISTRICT CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL
METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT
FIRST DISTRICT CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL (CAC)
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
7:00 – 9:00 PM
1. Commander’s Report – Commander David Kamperin
Introduction of newly assigned 1D Officers
Crime Statistics and Activity Report
Q & A (10 minutes)
2. Presentation of Awards: 1D’s 2008 Winter Holiday Wonderland
Officer Joseph Ferris
Officer James Steinbach
Officer Kiriaki Avramidis
Frager’s Hardware
Mildred and Jerome Bluestein
3. Guest Speaker: MPD’s Office of Facilities Management
Sean MacCarthy, Project Manager for new 1D site Status
Status Report and Update – 1D’s Relocation to new facility
Q & A (10 – 15 minutes)
4. Installation of New Officers – Commander Kamperin
5. Report by the Chair – Nancy Rosen
Introductions
State of the CAC
Meeting Calendar for 2009
Committee Formation and Facilitation
Strategic Initiatives
Finance
Fundraising
6. Old Business
Approval of November Meeting Minutes
7. New Business
Monthly PSA Presentations (March 3rd. - PSA 102 )
Annual Awards Banquet
Community Announcements
8. Adjournment
Please remember to sign the attendance sheet!
2009 Membership Applications, 2009 CAC Meeting and Event Calendar, and Suggestion/Complaint Forms are available at the sign-in table. Hope to see you again at the March Meeting. Thank you!
FIRST DISTRICT CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL (CAC)
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
7:00 – 9:00 PM
1. Commander’s Report – Commander David Kamperin
Introduction of newly assigned 1D Officers
Crime Statistics and Activity Report
Q & A (10 minutes)
2. Presentation of Awards: 1D’s 2008 Winter Holiday Wonderland
Officer Joseph Ferris
Officer James Steinbach
Officer Kiriaki Avramidis
Frager’s Hardware
Mildred and Jerome Bluestein
3. Guest Speaker: MPD’s Office of Facilities Management
Sean MacCarthy, Project Manager for new 1D site Status
Status Report and Update – 1D’s Relocation to new facility
Q & A (10 – 15 minutes)
4. Installation of New Officers – Commander Kamperin
5. Report by the Chair – Nancy Rosen
Introductions
State of the CAC
Meeting Calendar for 2009
Committee Formation and Facilitation
Strategic Initiatives
Finance
Fundraising
6. Old Business
Approval of November Meeting Minutes
7. New Business
Monthly PSA Presentations (March 3rd. - PSA 102 )
Annual Awards Banquet
Community Announcements
8. Adjournment
Please remember to sign the attendance sheet!
2009 Membership Applications, 2009 CAC Meeting and Event Calendar, and Suggestion/Complaint Forms are available at the sign-in table. Hope to see you again at the March Meeting. Thank you!
Results of Community Meeting with XII Restaurant
MINUTES OF PROTESTANT MEETING REGARDING ADHERANCE TO THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT SIGNED WITH COMMUNITY MEMBERS
The Following Minutes have been redacted to protect the participants
We had approximately 20 households represented at this meeting (not all signed in). For the most part the agenda was followed:
Accomplishments
* We outlined the problem and identified that there are at least 3 residents that have informed ABRA/ABC and maybe, some other communications to Joseph Fengler, (Single Member District Commissioner for 6A02 and current Chairman of the ANC6A commission).
* We informed that there are two Cooperative Agreements (CA) embedded in the ABC License of XII and provided copies to our neighbors.
* We explained what a CA is, how it functions, that any member of the community (whether they are an actual signee or not) can invoke the CA, and that MPD and ABRA are the enforcers of the documents, not us.
* We informed, that when the CA was written by the neighbors (who are protestants), that it specifically addressed the sensitivities of the most immediate neighbor and then the residences along the 700 block of 12th going west in the alley behind 12th Street and north back toward H Street immediately behind XII.
* We informed that the walls of the establishment are extremely thick (1.5') and that no sound can possibly be coming through the walls. We also indicated that pending the support of all of the signed protestants, we will seek to remove the clause from this agreement referencing walls simply because its not relevant.
* Residents raised a very good point with Bernard Gibson (Licensee) that he has to focus on where noise could be coming from at his establishment, possibly the last two windows in a concrete stairwell where there may be some sound leakage.
* Police identified that on at least two occasions that they had hear some sound from the establishment outside and also some sound in the home of the most immediate neighbor, but not to the level that is complained about and its still unclear as whether vibrations are felt in the home of the resident on a consistent basis.
* The designated XII staff person who guards entry to the establishment, stated publically, that he has been inside of the most immediate resident . 's home but did not feel any vibrations.
* Police informed that they substantiate a noise complaint before it’s written up as a PD 251 and forwarded to ABRA. Police went further to explain that the owner may obtain a copy of the report for free, others must pay. The police stated they could care less as to who the owner is, they are going to do their jobs of enforcing the laws, whether it’s XII, Showbar or the Argonaut.
Other
* Certain residents who were expected to attend due to their complaints were not present.
* Mr. whose family resides at 1200 G Street, N.E. identified noise from the Showbar and Red and the Black but did not seem to implicate XII as disturbing his home and family.
* Mr. did come but stated the last time he had heard sound which he identifies as coming from XII was December 6 and that there has been no sound in January of 2009. When questioned about other bars and noise that others hear Mr. was unable to identify sound from those bars.
* Mrs. of 1208 G Street indicated that she does not hear sound from XII.
* Another resident of whom we don't know named "" and I believe he simply signed in as PSA 102 for an address said that he has sometimes heard sound which he thinks was from XII but that it was not disturbing. We are going to followup to clarify his position as we are unsure as to where he lives on G Street.
* The family who reside at 1248 Linden Place expressed no concern with XII but were able to identify noise from Rock and Roll Hotel at 1353 H street and Red and Black and Showbar, including fights and noise.
* Mr. and his wife of 1244 G were not able to hear any sound from any direction.
* Mrs. of 710 12th Street does not hear music.
* Other residents on 12th Street are not indicating a problem with the establishment.
* A few residents have said on occasion they have heard some sound from XII, but this was early on before XII installed new windows.
* There is no curb cut where XII is, however the area that he has parked vehicles is private space. Mr. Gibson has agreed not to park there anymore, period. He does continue to use the space for deliveries and trash pickup. I have arranged for him to use Autozone's parking lot should he not be able to park on the street.
Actions from Here:
* It was agreed at the meeting that a sound check would be performed Friday night. We are still trying to decide the time. Current thinking is that we don't want to perform the test too early as to be ineffective or too late to disturb families. At present (pending further discussion with neighbors on 12th Street, Linden and G, we are leaning toward 9:45pm to 10:15pm Friday. Our thinking is that this is the optimal period which will not provide an inconvenience to neighbors, but will allow them to communicate with XII and us if sound/vibrations are or can be heard. We will distribute a notice this evening to everyone informing them of the sound check, a contact number and email address they should use to help us evaluate the sound levels (if there are any). Residents will further be encouraged to come out on the street and participate in determining the levels and providing feedback to the establishment.
* We will invite Linda Obrien from Council member Tommy Well’s Office, Commissioner Joseph Fengler and anyone who wants to help resolve the issue for once and for all. This is a onetime test.
* We have informed Mr. Gibson publically, that if he wishes to keep his ABC license that he must have a staff member close to the sound system/musical live band that ensures that once we have set the limits for bass and sound, that the management of sound will ensure that the levels never increase; ever. That there can be no more substantiated complaints by residents to the police or ABRA or the protestants will make a formal charge to ABC/ABRA for action on the license. Mr. Gibson has agreed to this and so we move forward.
* Mr. Gibson has further agreed to mark his equipment in such a way as to denote that bass/sound is never turned higher than what the community agrees upon at the forthcoming sound check.
* Pending approval by the other protestants, we will submit a request in the next 30 days to the ABC Board to amend the current CA to reflect the discussions of last evening, and forward this to MPD.
* Ms. Obrien, apparently was not aware that that Mr. 's wall isn't attached to Mr. Gibson wall and that they are separated by an entire lot. Ms. Obrien was not apparently aware that the building that XII is in (Square 982) does not abut Mr. 's residence and also that it is separated by an entire Lot.
* I will make contact with Laverne Fletcher (ABRA Mediator) later this afternoon to obtain 4 dates to schedule a sit down between Mr. and Mr. Gibson to hopefully reach a compromise/resolution in this conflict.
* I will also send a letter to Mr. and Mr. Gibson offering the dates that Ms. Fletcher provides for mediation in February 2009.
* We will provide a detail explanation to each community member in Square 1004 and 982 (corrected from 986) on how to file official complaints to ABC/ABRA on any establishment.
* I will also post each CA on the PSA102 blog and our neighborhood websites, but encourage residents to first attempt to make a telephonic contact to the owner of the establishments if they have problems with some activity that they observe (that reasonably does not require immediate police or ABRA response).
* It was suggested that I contact Skip Coburn because of his work with clubs and bars.
We hope this provides an understanding of what we did last evening. Since this issue really does not reflect an action of PSA 102 any correspondence or comments should be sent to me at Lin Den 1200 at g mail dot com.
At the request of ABRA the sound check will not occur until we receive notice that XII has upgraded the soundproofing in the rear of the building. At that time the protestants will notify the community and government and perform a sound check. Current thinking is for a Thursday or Friday night between 9:45pm and 10:15pm. Residents will be requested to email or call a specific number if they can hear sound from this establish. Residents will also be on the street with government to walk the area and determine levels that exceed the restrictions of the CA. Once this part is complete, the licensee has agreed to mark his sound equipment in a way that gives performers warning that they cannot exceed that level marked. The Licensee will also agree to have a staff member within a zone where that person can frequently check to ensure that this procedure is adhered to during hours of operation. There is also consideration to amend the CA to reflect these changes.
Cancelled
The Following Minutes have been redacted to protect the participants
We had approximately 20 households represented at this meeting (not all signed in). For the most part the agenda was followed:
Accomplishments
* We outlined the problem and identified that there are at least 3 residents that have informed ABRA/ABC and maybe, some other communications to Joseph Fengler, (Single Member District Commissioner for 6A02 and current Chairman of the ANC6A commission).
* We informed that there are two Cooperative Agreements (CA) embedded in the ABC License of XII and provided copies to our neighbors.
* We explained what a CA is, how it functions, that any member of the community (whether they are an actual signee or not) can invoke the CA, and that MPD and ABRA are the enforcers of the documents, not us.
* We informed, that when the CA was written by the neighbors (who are protestants), that it specifically addressed the sensitivities of the most immediate neighbor and then the residences along the 700 block of 12th going west in the alley behind 12th Street and north back toward H Street immediately behind XII.
* We informed that the walls of the establishment are extremely thick (1.5') and that no sound can possibly be coming through the walls. We also indicated that pending the support of all of the signed protestants, we will seek to remove the clause from this agreement referencing walls simply because its not relevant.
* Residents raised a very good point with Bernard Gibson (Licensee) that he has to focus on where noise could be coming from at his establishment, possibly the last two windows in a concrete stairwell where there may be some sound leakage.
* Police identified that on at least two occasions that they had hear some sound from the establishment outside and also some sound in the home of the most immediate neighbor, but not to the level that is complained about and its still unclear as whether vibrations are felt in the home of the resident on a consistent basis.
* The designated XII staff person who guards entry to the establishment, stated publically, that he has been inside of the most immediate resident . 's home but did not feel any vibrations.
* Police informed that they substantiate a noise complaint before it’s written up as a PD 251 and forwarded to ABRA. Police went further to explain that the owner may obtain a copy of the report for free, others must pay. The police stated they could care less as to who the owner is, they are going to do their jobs of enforcing the laws, whether it’s XII, Showbar or the Argonaut.
Other
* Certain residents who were expected to attend due to their complaints were not present.
* Mr. whose family resides at 1200 G Street, N.E. identified noise from the Showbar and Red and the Black but did not seem to implicate XII as disturbing his home and family.
* Mr. did come but stated the last time he had heard sound which he identifies as coming from XII was December 6 and that there has been no sound in January of 2009. When questioned about other bars and noise that others hear Mr. was unable to identify sound from those bars.
* Mrs. of 1208 G Street indicated that she does not hear sound from XII.
* Another resident of whom we don't know named "" and I believe he simply signed in as PSA 102 for an address said that he has sometimes heard sound which he thinks was from XII but that it was not disturbing. We are going to followup to clarify his position as we are unsure as to where he lives on G Street.
* The family who reside at 1248 Linden Place expressed no concern with XII but were able to identify noise from Rock and Roll Hotel at 1353 H street and Red and Black and Showbar, including fights and noise.
* Mr. and his wife of 1244 G were not able to hear any sound from any direction.
* Mrs. of 710 12th Street does not hear music.
* Other residents on 12th Street are not indicating a problem with the establishment.
* A few residents have said on occasion they have heard some sound from XII, but this was early on before XII installed new windows.
* There is no curb cut where XII is, however the area that he has parked vehicles is private space. Mr. Gibson has agreed not to park there anymore, period. He does continue to use the space for deliveries and trash pickup. I have arranged for him to use Autozone's parking lot should he not be able to park on the street.
Actions from Here:
* It was agreed at the meeting that a sound check would be performed Friday night. We are still trying to decide the time. Current thinking is that we don't want to perform the test too early as to be ineffective or too late to disturb families. At present (pending further discussion with neighbors on 12th Street, Linden and G, we are leaning toward 9:45pm to 10:15pm Friday. Our thinking is that this is the optimal period which will not provide an inconvenience to neighbors, but will allow them to communicate with XII and us if sound/vibrations are or can be heard. We will distribute a notice this evening to everyone informing them of the sound check, a contact number and email address they should use to help us evaluate the sound levels (if there are any). Residents will further be encouraged to come out on the street and participate in determining the levels and providing feedback to the establishment.
* We will invite Linda Obrien from Council member Tommy Well’s Office, Commissioner Joseph Fengler and anyone who wants to help resolve the issue for once and for all. This is a onetime test.
* We have informed Mr. Gibson publically, that if he wishes to keep his ABC license that he must have a staff member close to the sound system/musical live band that ensures that once we have set the limits for bass and sound, that the management of sound will ensure that the levels never increase; ever. That there can be no more substantiated complaints by residents to the police or ABRA or the protestants will make a formal charge to ABC/ABRA for action on the license. Mr. Gibson has agreed to this and so we move forward.
* Mr. Gibson has further agreed to mark his equipment in such a way as to denote that bass/sound is never turned higher than what the community agrees upon at the forthcoming sound check.
* Pending approval by the other protestants, we will submit a request in the next 30 days to the ABC Board to amend the current CA to reflect the discussions of last evening, and forward this to MPD.
* Ms. Obrien, apparently was not aware that that Mr. 's wall isn't attached to Mr. Gibson wall and that they are separated by an entire lot. Ms. Obrien was not apparently aware that the building that XII is in (Square 982) does not abut Mr. 's residence and also that it is separated by an entire Lot.
* I will make contact with Laverne Fletcher (ABRA Mediator) later this afternoon to obtain 4 dates to schedule a sit down between Mr. and Mr. Gibson to hopefully reach a compromise/resolution in this conflict.
* I will also send a letter to Mr. and Mr. Gibson offering the dates that Ms. Fletcher provides for mediation in February 2009.
* We will provide a detail explanation to each community member in Square 1004 and 982 (corrected from 986) on how to file official complaints to ABC/ABRA on any establishment.
* I will also post each CA on the PSA102 blog and our neighborhood websites, but encourage residents to first attempt to make a telephonic contact to the owner of the establishments if they have problems with some activity that they observe (that reasonably does not require immediate police or ABRA response).
* It was suggested that I contact Skip Coburn because of his work with clubs and bars.
We hope this provides an understanding of what we did last evening. Since this issue really does not reflect an action of PSA 102 any correspondence or comments should be sent to me at Lin Den 1200 at g mail dot com.
At the request of ABRA the sound check will not occur until we receive notice that XII has upgraded the soundproofing in the rear of the building. At that time the protestants will notify the community and government and perform a sound check. Current thinking is for a Thursday or Friday night between 9:45pm and 10:15pm. Residents will be requested to email or call a specific number if they can hear sound from this establish. Residents will also be on the street with government to walk the area and determine levels that exceed the restrictions of the CA. Once this part is complete, the licensee has agreed to mark his sound equipment in a way that gives performers warning that they cannot exceed that level marked. The Licensee will also agree to have a staff member within a zone where that person can frequently check to ensure that this procedure is adhered to during hours of operation. There is also consideration to amend the CA to reflect these changes.
Cancelled
03 February, 2009
Investigating Unsolved Murders in DC
When does a case become a “cold case”
Typically, all cases are worked by the original case detective for a period of up to three years. At that time, if all reasonable leads have been exhausted, the case is transferred to the Major Case/Cold Case Unit. This is not a hard and fast rule. If the original detective, or his or her replacement, has active leads, the detective may choose to keep the case until those leads are exhausted, before allowing the case to be transferred.
What is the Major Case/Cold Case Unit?
The MPDC's Major Case/Cold Case Unit is composed of eight detectives. They work closely with crime and intelligence analysts as well as homicide prosecutors from the US Attorney’s Office. Additionally, the Major Case/Cold Case detectives receive assistance as needed from the Special Victims Unit (who handle all child deaths), as well as other specialized units.
The Violent Crime Case Review Project is part of the unit. The project includes one detective, who oversees several college interns. These interns, primarily specially trained graduate students studying Forensic Psychology, Criminology or other related fields, are involved in the comprehensive and systematic review of all homicide cases going back to the 1960s. The interns determine if the case is open or closed, determine the status of all suspects, summarize the case, prepare it for entry in investigative databases and help to prioritize cases with high solvability factors. One of their primary functions is to identify cases that may benefit from advances in forensic technology – specifically DNA testing.
How are unsolved murders in the Major Case/Cold Case Unit assigned?
When a case is first transferred to the Major Case/Cold Case Unit, it is not assigned to any individual detective or team. Cases are assigned out for additional investigation when, during the review process unresolved leads are identified or new information becomes available.
How do cases get reviewed?
The Violent Crime Case Review Project is working to review all homicides that have occurred in the District of Columbia – going back as far as records are available. The review process is systematic – with years being reviewed in turn. It is a slow process and is expected to take several years to complete. Cases are pulled and reviewed out of turn when:
* The family of a homicide victim makes an inquiry about the status of their loved one’s case.
* New information – including forensic information – becomes available.
* An outside law enforcement agency makes an inquiry about a case.
What happens when a case is reviewed?
The first thing the review team does is determine the status of the case (open or closed). If the case is closed, they determine whether or not the case went to trial, the outcome of the trial and the status of the suspect.
All cases are being reviewed – even closed cases. This is because information in a closed case may help solve an open case. This review can also determine whether or not the suspect in the closed case ever went to trial. If it is determined that the charges against the defendant were dismissed without trial, the case is treated by the review team as an open case.
The case information is summarized and placed in a format to be entered into two separate databases. One is an MPDC internal case management database; the other is the national FBI Violent Criminal Apprehension Program (ViCAP) database. The ViCAP database collects detailed behavioral information about the crime and allows for complex link analysis and searches. The most important thing that ViCAP does is allows analysts to link incoming clues to the cases. If an investigator cannot link the clue to the case, it does no one any good. MPDC's ViCAP case information is also shared with the national ViCAP database for additional analysis.
Finally, the review team identifies cases that might benefit from advances in forensic technology, or have unresolved investigative leads. Those cases are passed along for additional review, work and re-assignment, where appropriate. In cases with forensic potential only, additional lab work may be requested and the case put on hold pending the outcome of that testing.
How do I get someone assigned to work on my loved one’s case?
The review is the first step. Contact information for requesting a review is below. If you have any new information when you make the request, please be prepared to share it at that time. Once the request is made, we will check to see if the case has already been reviewed. If not, the case will be put on a list to be reviewed by the review team. How quickly this is accomplished depends on the current workload and the complexity of the case. You are encouraged to check on the status of the review with the persons listed below.
If the MPDC does not already have one, detectives will be requesting a photograph of your loved one. The photograph can either be mailed or e-mailed to reviewed. If mailed, the photo will be scanned and mailed back to the sender immediately. The photo may be posted on the Unsolved Murder website, as well as used to create a reward poster for distribution (for more information on rewards, see below).
Once the review is completed, the MPDC will make arrangements to meet with you and your family to discuss the case. This does not mean that the case will automatically be re-assigned for additional investigation. During this meeting, we will discuss the current status of the cases as well as possible investigative options.
Cases that are not chosen for additional investigation are placed in a “holding pattern” – awaiting any new leads or tips that warrant follow up.
Can a reward be offered in my loved-one’s case?
The Metropolitan Police Department will pay up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect in any murder case that occurs within the District of Columbia, regardless of how old the case may be.
If a photograph of the decedent is available, we will post a copy of the reward poster on our Unsolved Murder web page. We will also supply copies of the poster to the decedent’s friends and family for distribution. We have found that we often get better results if the family and friends distribute and post the flyers, as people who may have information are more likely to approach the victim’s family.
What happens when my loved one’s case gets chosen for additional investigation?
Typically, the decedent’s next of kin will be notified by the assigned detective that the case has been chosen for additional investigation. Usually, a specific investigative plan will have been developed – based on the review, new information or the results of new forensic testing. Depending on security and other concerns, the nature of the investigative plan may not be fully disclosed to the next of kin at the time the case is reassigned. Following the implementation of the investigative plan, the case will be re-evaluated by the detective team and their supervisors. Depending on that review, additional investigative steps may be taken or the case may be put aside, awaiting further developments. The next of kin will be notified of the outcome of the investigation to the fullest extent possible.
Though the murder happened years ago, we are still hurting. Can anything be done to help us?
You are not alone. Even if the murder occurred decades ago, many people tell us that it feels like it just happened yesterday.
The family members and friends of the decedent may be eligible for all sorts of programs, including compensation, free counseling and other services. Additionally, there are several victim support groups made up of persons just like you. They not only provide support and advice, but allow you to assist others who are now going through what you have been through. For information about these services and groups, please contact the MPDC's Family Liaison Specialist Unit at (202) 645-6363. The specialists are highly trained professionals skilled in assisting the survivors of homicide victims through the aftermath of crime and in locating and utilizing resources.
What else can we do to help solve our loved-one’s case?
The most important thing is to keep your eyes and ears open. We have found that persons who may have information will frequently approach family members before they approach the police. Pass this information along to us – no matter how insufficient it seems at the time.
If it has not been done already, get us a picture of the decedent so we can post it on the website and create reward posters. Get family and friends to help post the reward posters in the appropriate neighborhoods.
Don’t be afraid to discuss problems or shortcomings that the decedent had around the time of their murder. These do not minimize the importance of the case in our eyes and often provide very important clues as to suspects and/or motive.
If possible, maintain contact with the decedent’s friends and associates. Often times, they will have information that is relevant to the investigation. It may fall upon you to assist us in convincing them to cooperate. Continue to let them know that you care and need to find out what happened.
Become an activist – work with the victim support groups and other anti-violence and anti-gun groups. Not only are you turning your tragedy into something more positive, but continued exposure of your loved one’s case to the public may help generate additional leads.
http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1243,Q,541992,mpdcNav_GID,1533,.asp
Who Do I Contact?
Case Status Information & Case Reviews Contact Phone Email
Violent Crime Case Review Project Det. Jim Trainum (202) 727-5037 unsolved.murder@dc.gov
MPD Family Liaison Specialist Unit Carla Okonkwo (202) 645-6363
MPD Family Liaison Specialist Unit Bridget Jones-Smith (202) 645-5537
MPD Family Liaison Specialist Unit Marlene James (202) 645-9631
Typically, all cases are worked by the original case detective for a period of up to three years. At that time, if all reasonable leads have been exhausted, the case is transferred to the Major Case/Cold Case Unit. This is not a hard and fast rule. If the original detective, or his or her replacement, has active leads, the detective may choose to keep the case until those leads are exhausted, before allowing the case to be transferred.
What is the Major Case/Cold Case Unit?
The MPDC's Major Case/Cold Case Unit is composed of eight detectives. They work closely with crime and intelligence analysts as well as homicide prosecutors from the US Attorney’s Office. Additionally, the Major Case/Cold Case detectives receive assistance as needed from the Special Victims Unit (who handle all child deaths), as well as other specialized units.
The Violent Crime Case Review Project is part of the unit. The project includes one detective, who oversees several college interns. These interns, primarily specially trained graduate students studying Forensic Psychology, Criminology or other related fields, are involved in the comprehensive and systematic review of all homicide cases going back to the 1960s. The interns determine if the case is open or closed, determine the status of all suspects, summarize the case, prepare it for entry in investigative databases and help to prioritize cases with high solvability factors. One of their primary functions is to identify cases that may benefit from advances in forensic technology – specifically DNA testing.
How are unsolved murders in the Major Case/Cold Case Unit assigned?
When a case is first transferred to the Major Case/Cold Case Unit, it is not assigned to any individual detective or team. Cases are assigned out for additional investigation when, during the review process unresolved leads are identified or new information becomes available.
How do cases get reviewed?
The Violent Crime Case Review Project is working to review all homicides that have occurred in the District of Columbia – going back as far as records are available. The review process is systematic – with years being reviewed in turn. It is a slow process and is expected to take several years to complete. Cases are pulled and reviewed out of turn when:
* The family of a homicide victim makes an inquiry about the status of their loved one’s case.
* New information – including forensic information – becomes available.
* An outside law enforcement agency makes an inquiry about a case.
What happens when a case is reviewed?
The first thing the review team does is determine the status of the case (open or closed). If the case is closed, they determine whether or not the case went to trial, the outcome of the trial and the status of the suspect.
All cases are being reviewed – even closed cases. This is because information in a closed case may help solve an open case. This review can also determine whether or not the suspect in the closed case ever went to trial. If it is determined that the charges against the defendant were dismissed without trial, the case is treated by the review team as an open case.
The case information is summarized and placed in a format to be entered into two separate databases. One is an MPDC internal case management database; the other is the national FBI Violent Criminal Apprehension Program (ViCAP) database. The ViCAP database collects detailed behavioral information about the crime and allows for complex link analysis and searches. The most important thing that ViCAP does is allows analysts to link incoming clues to the cases. If an investigator cannot link the clue to the case, it does no one any good. MPDC's ViCAP case information is also shared with the national ViCAP database for additional analysis.
Finally, the review team identifies cases that might benefit from advances in forensic technology, or have unresolved investigative leads. Those cases are passed along for additional review, work and re-assignment, where appropriate. In cases with forensic potential only, additional lab work may be requested and the case put on hold pending the outcome of that testing.
How do I get someone assigned to work on my loved one’s case?
The review is the first step. Contact information for requesting a review is below. If you have any new information when you make the request, please be prepared to share it at that time. Once the request is made, we will check to see if the case has already been reviewed. If not, the case will be put on a list to be reviewed by the review team. How quickly this is accomplished depends on the current workload and the complexity of the case. You are encouraged to check on the status of the review with the persons listed below.
If the MPDC does not already have one, detectives will be requesting a photograph of your loved one. The photograph can either be mailed or e-mailed to reviewed. If mailed, the photo will be scanned and mailed back to the sender immediately. The photo may be posted on the Unsolved Murder website, as well as used to create a reward poster for distribution (for more information on rewards, see below).
Once the review is completed, the MPDC will make arrangements to meet with you and your family to discuss the case. This does not mean that the case will automatically be re-assigned for additional investigation. During this meeting, we will discuss the current status of the cases as well as possible investigative options.
Cases that are not chosen for additional investigation are placed in a “holding pattern” – awaiting any new leads or tips that warrant follow up.
Can a reward be offered in my loved-one’s case?
The Metropolitan Police Department will pay up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect in any murder case that occurs within the District of Columbia, regardless of how old the case may be.
If a photograph of the decedent is available, we will post a copy of the reward poster on our Unsolved Murder web page. We will also supply copies of the poster to the decedent’s friends and family for distribution. We have found that we often get better results if the family and friends distribute and post the flyers, as people who may have information are more likely to approach the victim’s family.
What happens when my loved one’s case gets chosen for additional investigation?
Typically, the decedent’s next of kin will be notified by the assigned detective that the case has been chosen for additional investigation. Usually, a specific investigative plan will have been developed – based on the review, new information or the results of new forensic testing. Depending on security and other concerns, the nature of the investigative plan may not be fully disclosed to the next of kin at the time the case is reassigned. Following the implementation of the investigative plan, the case will be re-evaluated by the detective team and their supervisors. Depending on that review, additional investigative steps may be taken or the case may be put aside, awaiting further developments. The next of kin will be notified of the outcome of the investigation to the fullest extent possible.
Though the murder happened years ago, we are still hurting. Can anything be done to help us?
You are not alone. Even if the murder occurred decades ago, many people tell us that it feels like it just happened yesterday.
The family members and friends of the decedent may be eligible for all sorts of programs, including compensation, free counseling and other services. Additionally, there are several victim support groups made up of persons just like you. They not only provide support and advice, but allow you to assist others who are now going through what you have been through. For information about these services and groups, please contact the MPDC's Family Liaison Specialist Unit at (202) 645-6363. The specialists are highly trained professionals skilled in assisting the survivors of homicide victims through the aftermath of crime and in locating and utilizing resources.
What else can we do to help solve our loved-one’s case?
The most important thing is to keep your eyes and ears open. We have found that persons who may have information will frequently approach family members before they approach the police. Pass this information along to us – no matter how insufficient it seems at the time.
If it has not been done already, get us a picture of the decedent so we can post it on the website and create reward posters. Get family and friends to help post the reward posters in the appropriate neighborhoods.
Don’t be afraid to discuss problems or shortcomings that the decedent had around the time of their murder. These do not minimize the importance of the case in our eyes and often provide very important clues as to suspects and/or motive.
If possible, maintain contact with the decedent’s friends and associates. Often times, they will have information that is relevant to the investigation. It may fall upon you to assist us in convincing them to cooperate. Continue to let them know that you care and need to find out what happened.
Become an activist – work with the victim support groups and other anti-violence and anti-gun groups. Not only are you turning your tragedy into something more positive, but continued exposure of your loved one’s case to the public may help generate additional leads.
http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1243,Q,541992,mpdcNav_GID,1533,.asp
Who Do I Contact?
Case Status Information & Case Reviews Contact Phone Email
Violent Crime Case Review Project Det. Jim Trainum (202) 727-5037 unsolved.murder@dc.gov
MPD Family Liaison Specialist Unit Carla Okonkwo (202) 645-6363
MPD Family Liaison Specialist Unit Bridget Jones-Smith (202) 645-5537
MPD Family Liaison Specialist Unit Marlene James (202) 645-9631
31 January, 2009
Residents Asked To Report Expired Signs
DDOT Removing Thousands of Inauguration “No Parking” Signs
Residents Asked To Report Expired Signs
Media Contact: John Lisle at (202) 671-2004
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is in the process of removing the thousands of “Emergency – No Parking” signs posted in the downtown area for the Presidential Inauguration. In the days leading up to Inauguration, DDOT crews posted more than 40,000 temporary signs in pre-determined no parking zones for Inaugural events and tour bus parking. Most of the parking restrictions were in effect from 9 pm on Monday, January 19 through 6 pm on January 20.
DDOT crews are now working to remove the signs as quickly as possible. Residents can help by reporting blocks where multiple expired “Emergency – No Parking” signs are still posted. Residents should call the Mayor’s Call Center at 311 and DDOT will dispatch a crew to the location to remove the signs.
Residents Asked To Report Expired Signs
Media Contact: John Lisle at (202) 671-2004
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is in the process of removing the thousands of “Emergency – No Parking” signs posted in the downtown area for the Presidential Inauguration. In the days leading up to Inauguration, DDOT crews posted more than 40,000 temporary signs in pre-determined no parking zones for Inaugural events and tour bus parking. Most of the parking restrictions were in effect from 9 pm on Monday, January 19 through 6 pm on January 20.
DDOT crews are now working to remove the signs as quickly as possible. Residents can help by reporting blocks where multiple expired “Emergency – No Parking” signs are still posted. Residents should call the Mayor’s Call Center at 311 and DDOT will dispatch a crew to the location to remove the signs.
2009 WASHINGTON AUTO SHOW
GET TIPS ON PREVENTING VEHICLE THEFT
DURING 2009 WASHINGTON AUTO SHOW
Visitors to the 2009 Washington Auto Show will be able to do more than just check out the latest in new automobiles and accessories. They can also get valuable information and resources on how to protect their vehicles from theft. The safety tips are courtesy of the MPD. The Washington Auto Show runs from Wednesday, February 4, through Sunday, January 8, in the Washington Convention Center. Members of the MPD’s Auto Theft Unit and the Washington Area Vehicle Enforcement (WAVE) team, as well as other area law enforcement agencies will be passing out safety tips and information on how to reduce the chances of your vehicle being stolen.
In 2008, approximately 5,300 vehicles were reported stolen in DC, according to preliminary statistics. While that number decreased in 2008 compared to 2007, far too many cars are stolen each year. To help protect automobiles from theft, motorists are encouraged to follow some steps to make your car – and the valuables in it – less attractive to thieves. The common-sense approach to protection is the simplest and most cost effective way to avoid would-be thieves. You should always secure your vehicle, even if you’re parking for “just a minute.” Do this by:
• Removing your keys from the ignition.
• Locking all of your doors.
• Closing all of your windows.
• Parking in a well-lit area.
• Never leaving your engine running and vehicle unlocked while you run into your home, a convenience store or anywhere else.
Also, a visible or audible device will alert thieves that your vehicle is protected. Popular devices include audible alarms, steering wheel locks, steering column collars, theft deterrent decals, and tire locks.
DURING 2009 WASHINGTON AUTO SHOW
Visitors to the 2009 Washington Auto Show will be able to do more than just check out the latest in new automobiles and accessories. They can also get valuable information and resources on how to protect their vehicles from theft. The safety tips are courtesy of the MPD. The Washington Auto Show runs from Wednesday, February 4, through Sunday, January 8, in the Washington Convention Center. Members of the MPD’s Auto Theft Unit and the Washington Area Vehicle Enforcement (WAVE) team, as well as other area law enforcement agencies will be passing out safety tips and information on how to reduce the chances of your vehicle being stolen.
In 2008, approximately 5,300 vehicles were reported stolen in DC, according to preliminary statistics. While that number decreased in 2008 compared to 2007, far too many cars are stolen each year. To help protect automobiles from theft, motorists are encouraged to follow some steps to make your car – and the valuables in it – less attractive to thieves. The common-sense approach to protection is the simplest and most cost effective way to avoid would-be thieves. You should always secure your vehicle, even if you’re parking for “just a minute.” Do this by:
• Removing your keys from the ignition.
• Locking all of your doors.
• Closing all of your windows.
• Parking in a well-lit area.
• Never leaving your engine running and vehicle unlocked while you run into your home, a convenience store or anywhere else.
Also, a visible or audible device will alert thieves that your vehicle is protected. Popular devices include audible alarms, steering wheel locks, steering column collars, theft deterrent decals, and tire locks.
Detectives Are Coming February 2009
Did You Think We Moved On?
A Year in Review
The PSA 102 Neighborhood Public Safety Committee has requested the Metropolitan Police Department to assess crime and crime closures rates in PSA 102. This means our next meeting, will have Metropolitan Police Department Detectives. The police make the arrests and detectives followup on the case. These officials will give us a look at what are outstanding criminal issues in our community. Residents and businesses will have the opportunity to discuss with Detectives any outstanding cases.
Problem-solving is the primary focus of these meetings and this is another step in which we bring different components of law enforcement to our fellow community members. Anyone having deeply personal criminal matters will be able to confidentially meet with detectives following their presentation (if necessary or arrange a time for a more confidential discussion.
PSA 102 Neighborhood Public Safety Committee Meetings are held monthly at Sherwood Recreation Center located at 640 Tenth Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 7:00pm on the Second Tuesday of each month (not on federal or District holidays).
A Year in Review
The PSA 102 Neighborhood Public Safety Committee has requested the Metropolitan Police Department to assess crime and crime closures rates in PSA 102. This means our next meeting, will have Metropolitan Police Department Detectives. The police make the arrests and detectives followup on the case. These officials will give us a look at what are outstanding criminal issues in our community. Residents and businesses will have the opportunity to discuss with Detectives any outstanding cases.
Problem-solving is the primary focus of these meetings and this is another step in which we bring different components of law enforcement to our fellow community members. Anyone having deeply personal criminal matters will be able to confidentially meet with detectives following their presentation (if necessary or arrange a time for a more confidential discussion.
PSA 102 Neighborhood Public Safety Committee Meetings are held monthly at Sherwood Recreation Center located at 640 Tenth Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 7:00pm on the Second Tuesday of each month (not on federal or District holidays).
27 January, 2009
PSA 102 Safety Committee Hears You
Coming to your area PSA Meeting does make a difference. Two weeks ago, residents complained about continuing drug activity on 6th Street, N.E. Our Committee had already spearheaded a major cleanup of that area with the Office of the Mayor. Because of continued concerned by neighbors the community members of PSA 102 joined with Police from PSA 102 and the government have focused attention on the 900,1000 and 1100 blocks of 6th Street NE which have been declared "Drug-Free Zones" for the first week of February.
In addition, Brandon Bies who is the lead on 6th Street and Robert Pittman will work with PSA Officers and the US attorney's Office to identify other strategies for combating problems that most residents complain about in that area.
We will keep you informed of our progress both here and at PSA 102 Meetings.
In addition, Brandon Bies who is the lead on 6th Street and Robert Pittman will work with PSA Officers and the US attorney's Office to identify other strategies for combating problems that most residents complain about in that area.
We will keep you informed of our progress both here and at PSA 102 Meetings.
26 January, 2009
POLICE INVOLVED SHOOTING
January 26, 2009
POLICE INVOLVED SHOOTING
800 BLOCK OF 7TH STREET, NE
(Washington, DC) – The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal police involved shooting which occurred on 7th Street, NE this morning.
At approximately 10:40 am on Monday, January 26, 2009, members assigned to the department’s First District responded to a residence located in the 800 block of 7th Street, NE to investigate the trouble. Upon arrival, they heard sounds of an assault in progress and forced their way into the premises. Once inside they were confronted by a man armed with a metal pole and a large kitchen knife, who allegedly had stabbed someone inside of the residence. Reportedly, the suspect rushed the officers and began to strike one of them with the metal pole. It was at this time that the officer, who was being assaulted, in fear for his safety and the safety of others, was forced to discharge his weapon, striking the suspect once. D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department personnel responded to the scene, but they could find no life signs. The suspect, who has been identified as 36-year-old Osman Aydarus Abdullahi was pronounced dead on the scene by a representative from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia. His remains were then transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office.
The person the suspect allegedly assaulted was taken to an area hospital where he was admitted for treatment of apparently non-life-threatening stab wounds. His identity is being withheld because he is a witness in the case.
The officer who discharged his service handgun has been with the Metropolitan Police Department for seven years and is currently assigned to the First District. He has been placed on routine administratively leave with pay at this time pending the outcome of the investigation. His name is being withheld at this time.
The case is currently under investigation by members of the department’s Force Investigations Team. No further information is currently available.
POLICE INVOLVED SHOOTING
800 BLOCK OF 7TH STREET, NE
(Washington, DC) – The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal police involved shooting which occurred on 7th Street, NE this morning.
At approximately 10:40 am on Monday, January 26, 2009, members assigned to the department’s First District responded to a residence located in the 800 block of 7th Street, NE to investigate the trouble. Upon arrival, they heard sounds of an assault in progress and forced their way into the premises. Once inside they were confronted by a man armed with a metal pole and a large kitchen knife, who allegedly had stabbed someone inside of the residence. Reportedly, the suspect rushed the officers and began to strike one of them with the metal pole. It was at this time that the officer, who was being assaulted, in fear for his safety and the safety of others, was forced to discharge his weapon, striking the suspect once. D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department personnel responded to the scene, but they could find no life signs. The suspect, who has been identified as 36-year-old Osman Aydarus Abdullahi was pronounced dead on the scene by a representative from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia. His remains were then transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office.
The person the suspect allegedly assaulted was taken to an area hospital where he was admitted for treatment of apparently non-life-threatening stab wounds. His identity is being withheld because he is a witness in the case.
The officer who discharged his service handgun has been with the Metropolitan Police Department for seven years and is currently assigned to the First District. He has been placed on routine administratively leave with pay at this time pending the outcome of the investigation. His name is being withheld at this time.
The case is currently under investigation by members of the department’s Force Investigations Team. No further information is currently available.
EARLY REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER CAMPS
EARLY REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER CAMPS BEGINS FOR DISTRICT RESIDENTS
On January 21, 2009, the DC Department Parks and Recreation (DPR) began an early registration period for District residents to participate in the 2009 Summer Camps. Summer camp often provides a safe, structured environment where children can go during the summertime, a when most schools are out of session.
From January 21-31, 2009, District residents may register for any of the five, two-week sessions that will run from June 15 - August 21, 2009, Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. DPR will also offer eight one-week camping sessions at Camp Riverview, DPR’s co-ed residential (overnight) camping facility located in Scotland, Maryland, along the Potomac River near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Early registration must be done in person at a DPR center and proof of District residency is required.
Camping fees are $100 per session for District residents for most camps. DPR offers a scholarship rate for District residents to ensure that summer camps are available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Children of eligible families attend camps at a flat rate of $25 per child, per camp session. To determine eligibility or to apply, families must complete a 2009 Summer Camp Scholarship Rate Application.
On January 21, 2009, the DC Department Parks and Recreation (DPR) began an early registration period for District residents to participate in the 2009 Summer Camps. Summer camp often provides a safe, structured environment where children can go during the summertime, a when most schools are out of session.
From January 21-31, 2009, District residents may register for any of the five, two-week sessions that will run from June 15 - August 21, 2009, Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. DPR will also offer eight one-week camping sessions at Camp Riverview, DPR’s co-ed residential (overnight) camping facility located in Scotland, Maryland, along the Potomac River near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Early registration must be done in person at a DPR center and proof of District residency is required.
Camping fees are $100 per session for District residents for most camps. DPR offers a scholarship rate for District residents to ensure that summer camps are available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Children of eligible families attend camps at a flat rate of $25 per child, per camp session. To determine eligibility or to apply, families must complete a 2009 Summer Camp Scholarship Rate Application.
Upcoming Winter Storm (Maybe)
District Prepares for Upcoming Winter Storm
(Washington, DC) The National Weather Service is predicting periods of snow are probable between 5 am and noon Tuesday, January 27, with a possible accumulation of one to two inches that can cause slippery conditions. The low tonight will be 27 degrees. The high temperature tomorrow will be 34 degrees with a low tomorrow night of 31 degrees. Heavier precipitation will develop late Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night with the forecast of snow changing to sleet and freezing rain Tuesday night and then all rain Wednesday.
Deployment plans are in place and crews are prepped and ready to clear snow and ice from the District’s 2,950 lane miles of roadway and 241 bridges. Crews will deploy around 4 am Tuesday with 124 heavy plows and 82 light plows. Crews already have pre-treated many of the elevated areas including bridges, ramps and overpasses in an effort to eliminate icy conditions caused by the recent below-freezing temperatures hitting the region.
“This storm will hover over the area for more than a day, so we urge residents to be careful as they go about the city and give the trucks plenty of space to do their work,” said Mayor Adrian M. Fenty. “We also hope property owners will spread salt on the sidewalks around their homes and businesses so pedestrians, especially our children, get to school and work safely.”
The District Snow Team (District Department of Transportation and Department of Public Works) treats 69 primary and secondary routes, 82 residential routes and 75 miles of major roadways and Interstate Highways (part of the National Highway System).
When fully deployed, the team’s resources include nearly 300 pieces of equipment, capacity filled snow domes and over 100 closed circuit television (CCTV) traffic cameras to be used to track progressive treatment and to monitor the surface conditions of the roadway.
In addition to the fleet of heavy and light plows, loaders and spray trucks, the District closely monitors National Weather Service forecasts, and uses an automatic vehicle location system, geo-spatial information system (GIS) and road weather information systems (RWIS). Each of these help the team determine anticipated roadway conditions, areas in need of snow and/or ice removal and current roadway temperatures.
Additional information on the snow deployment plan may be found at www.ddot.dc.gov.
DDOT and DPW remind commuters and residents to:
· Clear sidewalks.
· Help your elderly or disabled neighbors remove snow from steps and sidewalks.
· Clear catch basins and fire hydrants.
· Remember that driving on ice is significantly different than driving on snow.
· Use extreme caution and maintain safe speeds and distances from other vehicles.
· Remember even a 4-wheel drive SUV does not perform well in ice and additional safety measures should be followed.
· Be aware of road conditions, particularly black ice which can be deceptive in its appearance giving the driver a false sense of security on the road.
· Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the adjacent pavement.
· Remember to keep a safe distance from emergency and snow vehicles and please use caution when attempting to pass a snowplow. Give the drivers plenty of room to safely do their jobs.
· Clear all the snow and ice from your vehicle's windows and lights - even the hood and roof - before driving.
· Please do not put snow in the street. Put all cleared snow, from parked cars and sidewalks, in the "tree box," front yard, or between the curb and sidewalk.
(Washington, DC) The National Weather Service is predicting periods of snow are probable between 5 am and noon Tuesday, January 27, with a possible accumulation of one to two inches that can cause slippery conditions. The low tonight will be 27 degrees. The high temperature tomorrow will be 34 degrees with a low tomorrow night of 31 degrees. Heavier precipitation will develop late Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night with the forecast of snow changing to sleet and freezing rain Tuesday night and then all rain Wednesday.
Deployment plans are in place and crews are prepped and ready to clear snow and ice from the District’s 2,950 lane miles of roadway and 241 bridges. Crews will deploy around 4 am Tuesday with 124 heavy plows and 82 light plows. Crews already have pre-treated many of the elevated areas including bridges, ramps and overpasses in an effort to eliminate icy conditions caused by the recent below-freezing temperatures hitting the region.
“This storm will hover over the area for more than a day, so we urge residents to be careful as they go about the city and give the trucks plenty of space to do their work,” said Mayor Adrian M. Fenty. “We also hope property owners will spread salt on the sidewalks around their homes and businesses so pedestrians, especially our children, get to school and work safely.”
The District Snow Team (District Department of Transportation and Department of Public Works) treats 69 primary and secondary routes, 82 residential routes and 75 miles of major roadways and Interstate Highways (part of the National Highway System).
When fully deployed, the team’s resources include nearly 300 pieces of equipment, capacity filled snow domes and over 100 closed circuit television (CCTV) traffic cameras to be used to track progressive treatment and to monitor the surface conditions of the roadway.
In addition to the fleet of heavy and light plows, loaders and spray trucks, the District closely monitors National Weather Service forecasts, and uses an automatic vehicle location system, geo-spatial information system (GIS) and road weather information systems (RWIS). Each of these help the team determine anticipated roadway conditions, areas in need of snow and/or ice removal and current roadway temperatures.
Additional information on the snow deployment plan may be found at www.ddot.dc.gov.
DDOT and DPW remind commuters and residents to:
· Clear sidewalks.
· Help your elderly or disabled neighbors remove snow from steps and sidewalks.
· Clear catch basins and fire hydrants.
· Remember that driving on ice is significantly different than driving on snow.
· Use extreme caution and maintain safe speeds and distances from other vehicles.
· Remember even a 4-wheel drive SUV does not perform well in ice and additional safety measures should be followed.
· Be aware of road conditions, particularly black ice which can be deceptive in its appearance giving the driver a false sense of security on the road.
· Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the adjacent pavement.
· Remember to keep a safe distance from emergency and snow vehicles and please use caution when attempting to pass a snowplow. Give the drivers plenty of room to safely do their jobs.
· Clear all the snow and ice from your vehicle's windows and lights - even the hood and roof - before driving.
· Please do not put snow in the street. Put all cleared snow, from parked cars and sidewalks, in the "tree box," front yard, or between the curb and sidewalk.
22 January, 2009
Emergency Regulations for District’s Used Car Dealerships
Mayor Fenty Announces Emergency Regulations for District’s Used Car Dealerships
Contact: Feras Sleiman, (202) 251-8829
Michael Rupert, (202) 437-1024
WASHINGTON, DC - Mayor Adrian M. Fenty today announced new emergency regulations intended to permanently address threats to public health, safety, and comfort posed by the District’s used car lots, including criminal activity, rodent harborages, and environmental hazards.
Fenty, joined by Attorney General Peter J. Nickles and Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Director Linda K. Argo, said these new regulations will once again allow the city’s commercial corridors to thrive.
“We will not allow our neighborhoods and our commercial corridors to continue serving as junkyards for dealers who contribute little or nothing to the District’s economy,” Fenty said. “These new regulations will go a long way to bringing this industry under control for the first time in decades.”
The emergency regulations, which became effective December 23, 2008, and were published in the District of Columbia Register on January 2, 2009, strengthen the business licensing requirements for dealers and salespersons, limit the number of vehicles that can be stored outdoors in commercial zones, require a permanent structure on all lots, and limit the number of salesmen based on the size of the lot, among others.
Fenty’s announcement follows a two-month citywide sweep of more than 200 used car dealers across the city. Since Fenty announced the crackdown on November 17, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs has so far suspended the licenses of 27 dealers and the Department of Public Works has towed a total of 424 vehicles.
“This underground industry has gone essentially unregulated for years,” Nickles said. “We are cleaning up this mess lot by lot.”
DCRA will immediately begin reaching out to dealers and the public to inform them of the new regulations and encourage voluntary compliance, Argo said.
DCRA will commence enforcement of the regulations against car lot operators on March 2, 2009.
“We will continue to welcome businesses that serve the needs of the consumers and residents of the District and add to the vibrancy of our streets,” Argo said. “We now have the legal muscle to make sure people are where they are supposed to be and doing what they’re supposed to be doing so legitimate businesses can thrive.”
New Regulations in Effect:
* Outdoor storage of five or more vehicles now requires the posting of a $100,000 bond. Before the addition of these new regulations, a bond was not required.
* An outdoor car lot with five or more vehicles requires a new kind of license: a basic business license, with a Motor Vehicle Sales, Service, and Repair license endorsement for a Used Car Lot. The fee for this license is $1,000.00, and only one license is available per lot. This license is required in addition to a basic business license, with a Motor Vehicle Sales, Service, and Repair license endorsement, for a Motor Vehicle Dealer. Before the addition of these new regulations, this license was not required.
* Outdoor storage of motor vehicles by used car dealers are now only permitted in Commercial-Light Manufacturing Districts (C-M) and General Industry Districts (M). In all other zoning districts, including Commercial Districts (C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, and C-5), a used car dealer can keep up to four vehicles outdoors. The dealer must keep all other vehicles inside a permanent garage or permanent building.
* Each outdoor car lot must have an office in a permanent building of at least 250 square feet, with heating, electricity, and a bathroom connected to water and sewer lines.
* New requirements for paving of parking areas, marking of parking spaces, minimum space size, signage, curbing or fencing, and landscaping.
* The regulations also require that lots be open to the public during regular business hours and that most vehicles stored or displayed outdoors be offered for retail sale and display completed Federal Trade Commission Buyers Guides. Outdoor lots may not be used for storage of disassembled or junk vehicles, and any car parts or trash must be kept off the ground in secured containers.
* There will be two new categories of salesmen licenses. Used car dealers who maintain outdoor lots must ensure that all Motor Vehicle Salesman licenses issued for the lot be either “Seller Only” or “Buyer and Seller” licenses. In addition, only one salesman license per 3,000 square feet of lot space may be a “Buyer and Seller” license. All Motor Vehicle Salesman licensees must be employees of the lot’s Motor Vehicle Dealer.
* Dealers need to ensure that at least 70 percent of the motor vehicles stored or displayed at an outdoor car lot are offered for sale and sold at the lot. Vehicle purchase and sale records must be kept on the lot and made available for immediate inspection by DCRA during regular business hours.
Contact: Feras Sleiman, (202) 251-8829
Michael Rupert, (202) 437-1024
WASHINGTON, DC - Mayor Adrian M. Fenty today announced new emergency regulations intended to permanently address threats to public health, safety, and comfort posed by the District’s used car lots, including criminal activity, rodent harborages, and environmental hazards.
Fenty, joined by Attorney General Peter J. Nickles and Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Director Linda K. Argo, said these new regulations will once again allow the city’s commercial corridors to thrive.
“We will not allow our neighborhoods and our commercial corridors to continue serving as junkyards for dealers who contribute little or nothing to the District’s economy,” Fenty said. “These new regulations will go a long way to bringing this industry under control for the first time in decades.”
The emergency regulations, which became effective December 23, 2008, and were published in the District of Columbia Register on January 2, 2009, strengthen the business licensing requirements for dealers and salespersons, limit the number of vehicles that can be stored outdoors in commercial zones, require a permanent structure on all lots, and limit the number of salesmen based on the size of the lot, among others.
Fenty’s announcement follows a two-month citywide sweep of more than 200 used car dealers across the city. Since Fenty announced the crackdown on November 17, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs has so far suspended the licenses of 27 dealers and the Department of Public Works has towed a total of 424 vehicles.
“This underground industry has gone essentially unregulated for years,” Nickles said. “We are cleaning up this mess lot by lot.”
DCRA will immediately begin reaching out to dealers and the public to inform them of the new regulations and encourage voluntary compliance, Argo said.
DCRA will commence enforcement of the regulations against car lot operators on March 2, 2009.
“We will continue to welcome businesses that serve the needs of the consumers and residents of the District and add to the vibrancy of our streets,” Argo said. “We now have the legal muscle to make sure people are where they are supposed to be and doing what they’re supposed to be doing so legitimate businesses can thrive.”
New Regulations in Effect:
* Outdoor storage of five or more vehicles now requires the posting of a $100,000 bond. Before the addition of these new regulations, a bond was not required.
* An outdoor car lot with five or more vehicles requires a new kind of license: a basic business license, with a Motor Vehicle Sales, Service, and Repair license endorsement for a Used Car Lot. The fee for this license is $1,000.00, and only one license is available per lot. This license is required in addition to a basic business license, with a Motor Vehicle Sales, Service, and Repair license endorsement, for a Motor Vehicle Dealer. Before the addition of these new regulations, this license was not required.
* Outdoor storage of motor vehicles by used car dealers are now only permitted in Commercial-Light Manufacturing Districts (C-M) and General Industry Districts (M). In all other zoning districts, including Commercial Districts (C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, and C-5), a used car dealer can keep up to four vehicles outdoors. The dealer must keep all other vehicles inside a permanent garage or permanent building.
* Each outdoor car lot must have an office in a permanent building of at least 250 square feet, with heating, electricity, and a bathroom connected to water and sewer lines.
* New requirements for paving of parking areas, marking of parking spaces, minimum space size, signage, curbing or fencing, and landscaping.
* The regulations also require that lots be open to the public during regular business hours and that most vehicles stored or displayed outdoors be offered for retail sale and display completed Federal Trade Commission Buyers Guides. Outdoor lots may not be used for storage of disassembled or junk vehicles, and any car parts or trash must be kept off the ground in secured containers.
* There will be two new categories of salesmen licenses. Used car dealers who maintain outdoor lots must ensure that all Motor Vehicle Salesman licenses issued for the lot be either “Seller Only” or “Buyer and Seller” licenses. In addition, only one salesman license per 3,000 square feet of lot space may be a “Buyer and Seller” license. All Motor Vehicle Salesman licensees must be employees of the lot’s Motor Vehicle Dealer.
* Dealers need to ensure that at least 70 percent of the motor vehicles stored or displayed at an outdoor car lot are offered for sale and sold at the lot. Vehicle purchase and sale records must be kept on the lot and made available for immediate inspection by DCRA during regular business hours.
Most Deplorable Residential Buildings
Progress in Repairing the District’s Most Deplorable Residential Buildings
Government of the District of Columbia
Executive Office of the Mayor
Contact: Feras Sleiman, (202) 251 8829
Michael Rupert, (202) 437 1024
Washington, DC—Today Mayor Adrian M. Fenty, joined by Attorney General Peter J. Nickles and Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Director Linda K. Argo announced that many of the District’s most vulnerable residents are now dramatically safer, just eight months after the city filed a sweeping lawsuit to force repairs in some dangerous residential buildings.
The owners of all 13 buildings named in the lawsuit have addressed the majority of the needed repairs. Of the 2,800 housing code violations originally cited in 330 units in the buildings, more than 82 percent have been abated and six of the properties were completely repaired and have therefore been removed from the lawsuit.
“Some of the District’s most dangerous residential buildings that were allowed to rot while residents suffered are finally being made whole,” Fenty said. “We have made tremendous progress and Attorney General Nickles and Director Argo deserve credit for being innovative and bold in their approach to this important effort.” While the lawsuit has had a significant impact, more work will need to be done to identify and prevent new buildings from falling into disrepair.
“This lawsuit has been a huge success in forcing landlords to make the repairs themselves but we cannot relent in our pursuit of these landlords,” Nickles said. “We have put landlords on notice that they cannot allow these conditions and we will comb all eight wards to make sure these egregious violations cease to exist.”
More than 95 percent of the abated violations were paid for by the landlords.
According to DCRA Director Argo, “We are putting in place a new proactive inspections program that will ensure all multi-family residential apartment buildings in the District are inspected on a regular schedule.”
The new program also includes automatic referrals for inspections to the DC Department of Health (DOH) and the District Department of the Environment (DDOE) for mold, lead, air quality, rodents and other health and environmental issues.
Until now the DCRA inspections unit relied solely on the eyes and ears of the tenants to report problems. Today, the agency along with DOH and the DDOE are committed to conducting, regular systematic inspections regardless of whether a complaint is issued.
All of the estimated 4,800 apartment buildings in the District will automatically be placed on a four-year inspection cycle. If city inspectors find substantial code violations in common areas, exterior premises, or within apartment units, the building will be moved into a 2-year inspection cycle.
Failure to pass an inspection will result in notices of violation, fines, and possibly criminal prosecution. DCRA will roll out the proactive inspections program in the first quarter of 2009.
Some of the properties removed from the lawsuit include:
• 2913 Knox Place, SE, owned by Adolphe Edwards
30 units; a total of 233 violations cited.
• 518 9th Street, NE, owned by Capitol East Partners LLC
64 units; a total of 412 violations cited and abated.
• 1114 F Street, NE owned by Capitol East Partners II, LLC
48 units; a total of 163 violations cited and abated.
• 7444 Georgia Avenue, NW owned by 7444 Georgia Avenue, NW LLC
21 units; a total of 162 violations cited
• 2401 Ontario Road, NW owned by Ontario Partners LLC
22 units; a total of 129 violations cited
• 2359 Ontario Road, NW owned by Ontario Partners LLC
28 units; a total of 75 violations cited
Government of the District of Columbia
Executive Office of the Mayor
Contact: Feras Sleiman, (202) 251 8829
Michael Rupert, (202) 437 1024
Washington, DC—Today Mayor Adrian M. Fenty, joined by Attorney General Peter J. Nickles and Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Director Linda K. Argo announced that many of the District’s most vulnerable residents are now dramatically safer, just eight months after the city filed a sweeping lawsuit to force repairs in some dangerous residential buildings.
The owners of all 13 buildings named in the lawsuit have addressed the majority of the needed repairs. Of the 2,800 housing code violations originally cited in 330 units in the buildings, more than 82 percent have been abated and six of the properties were completely repaired and have therefore been removed from the lawsuit.
“Some of the District’s most dangerous residential buildings that were allowed to rot while residents suffered are finally being made whole,” Fenty said. “We have made tremendous progress and Attorney General Nickles and Director Argo deserve credit for being innovative and bold in their approach to this important effort.” While the lawsuit has had a significant impact, more work will need to be done to identify and prevent new buildings from falling into disrepair.
“This lawsuit has been a huge success in forcing landlords to make the repairs themselves but we cannot relent in our pursuit of these landlords,” Nickles said. “We have put landlords on notice that they cannot allow these conditions and we will comb all eight wards to make sure these egregious violations cease to exist.”
More than 95 percent of the abated violations were paid for by the landlords.
According to DCRA Director Argo, “We are putting in place a new proactive inspections program that will ensure all multi-family residential apartment buildings in the District are inspected on a regular schedule.”
The new program also includes automatic referrals for inspections to the DC Department of Health (DOH) and the District Department of the Environment (DDOE) for mold, lead, air quality, rodents and other health and environmental issues.
Until now the DCRA inspections unit relied solely on the eyes and ears of the tenants to report problems. Today, the agency along with DOH and the DDOE are committed to conducting, regular systematic inspections regardless of whether a complaint is issued.
All of the estimated 4,800 apartment buildings in the District will automatically be placed on a four-year inspection cycle. If city inspectors find substantial code violations in common areas, exterior premises, or within apartment units, the building will be moved into a 2-year inspection cycle.
Failure to pass an inspection will result in notices of violation, fines, and possibly criminal prosecution. DCRA will roll out the proactive inspections program in the first quarter of 2009.
Some of the properties removed from the lawsuit include:
• 2913 Knox Place, SE, owned by Adolphe Edwards
30 units; a total of 233 violations cited.
• 518 9th Street, NE, owned by Capitol East Partners LLC
64 units; a total of 412 violations cited and abated.
• 1114 F Street, NE owned by Capitol East Partners II, LLC
48 units; a total of 163 violations cited and abated.
• 7444 Georgia Avenue, NW owned by 7444 Georgia Avenue, NW LLC
21 units; a total of 162 violations cited
• 2401 Ontario Road, NW owned by Ontario Partners LLC
22 units; a total of 129 violations cited
• 2359 Ontario Road, NW owned by Ontario Partners LLC
28 units; a total of 75 violations cited
March for Life
Road Closures and Parking Restrictions for March for Life
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) advises residents and motorists that temporary road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect on Thursday, January 22, 2009, for the annual March for Life.
Following a rally at noon on the National Mall, participants will march to the US Supreme Court. Beginning at approximately 2:15 pm they will march north on 4th Street, NW to Pennsylvania Avenue, then east to Constitution Avenue and up Capitol Hill to the intersection of 1st Street, NE and East Capitol Street. Police will temporarily close the route and cross streets to vehicular traffic during the march.
Police also anticipate closing 4th Street, from Independence Avenue, SW to Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, from approximately 9:30 am until the marchers have left the Mall.
In addition, at approximately 11:30 am, many participants are expected to march to the mall following an event at the Verizon Center. This will require temporary closures along 7th Street, NW, from F Street to Madison Drive.
In conjunction with this event, there will be temporary parking restrictions on January 22 at the following locations:
* 7th Street,from Jefferson Drive, SW to Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, from 7am to 7pm
* Constitution Avenue,NW from 9th Street to Pennsylvania Avenue, from 7am to 7 pm
* 4th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue,NW to Independence Avenue,SW,from 7am to6pm
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) advises residents and motorists that temporary road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect on Thursday, January 22, 2009, for the annual March for Life.
Following a rally at noon on the National Mall, participants will march to the US Supreme Court. Beginning at approximately 2:15 pm they will march north on 4th Street, NW to Pennsylvania Avenue, then east to Constitution Avenue and up Capitol Hill to the intersection of 1st Street, NE and East Capitol Street. Police will temporarily close the route and cross streets to vehicular traffic during the march.
Police also anticipate closing 4th Street, from Independence Avenue, SW to Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, from approximately 9:30 am until the marchers have left the Mall.
In addition, at approximately 11:30 am, many participants are expected to march to the mall following an event at the Verizon Center. This will require temporary closures along 7th Street, NW, from F Street to Madison Drive.
In conjunction with this event, there will be temporary parking restrictions on January 22 at the following locations:
* 7th Street,from Jefferson Drive, SW to Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, from 7am to 7pm
* Constitution Avenue,NW from 9th Street to Pennsylvania Avenue, from 7am to 7 pm
* 4th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue,NW to Independence Avenue,SW,from 7am to6pm
15 January, 2009
56th Presidential Inauguration
MPD Prepares for the 56th Presidential Inauguration
Closed Circuit Televisions to Be Activated for the 56th Presidential Inauguration
Effective immediately all MPD Homeland Security Closed Circuit Televisions will be activated for the 56th Presidential Inauguration.
* Learn more about Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1238,q,541201,mpdcNav_GID,1545,mpdcNav,|31748|.asp
Neighborhood Patrols will Continue Uninterrupted During the Inaugural Activities
In addition to activating all sworn members of the Metropolitan Police Department to full duty, serving 12-hour shifts, we will deputize and add thousands of officers to the force from 99 law enforcement agencies around the country. The Office of Unified Communications will increase their staff of call-takers to prepare for an increase in the number of calls during the Inaugural activities.
* Get more information on the PSA patrols and other services http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1242,q,566961,mpdcNav_GID,1523,mpdcNav,|.asp
Attending the Inaugural Parade
Spectator viewing areas along the Inaugural Parade are expected to reach capacity early in the day on January 20, 2009, and will close to the public at that point. Jumbotron monitors have been placed on the National Mall to broadcast the Swearing-In Ceremony and the Parade. When the viewing area reaches capacity, individuals wishing to watch the ceremonies on the National Mall will be encouraged to walk using one of the designated routes identified on the following map.
* Walking Detour Routes for 56th Presidential Inaugural* http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/frames.asp?doc=/mpdc/lib/mpdc/serv/programs/pdf/inauguralparadedetour.pdf
Security Services
As DC prepares for the upcoming Presidential Inauguration, some organizations or businesses may wish to supplement security resources by hiring licensed Security Officers (SO) or commissioned Special Police Officers (SPO). To help facilitate this, the MPD has prepared a list of security agencies licensed by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Security Officers Management Branch (SOMB) that have indicated they are available for entities seeking security assistance.
* Security Agencies Available to Provide Service to Entities Seeking Security Assistance http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1242,q,566954,mpdcNav_GID,1523,mpdcNav,|.asp
Receive Up-to-the-Minute Text Alerts https://textalert.ema.dc.gov/register.php
All visitors and residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts through the District’s Homeland Security & Emergency Management Agency’s Text Alert System. This system is designed to send text messages, even when cell phone signals are low, to your email and cell phone to alert the public of any special announcements regarding inaugural-related transportation, weather and other instructions or updates January 15-22, 2009. It is the best way to receive up-to-the-minute updates.
Closed Circuit Televisions to Be Activated for the 56th Presidential Inauguration
Effective immediately all MPD Homeland Security Closed Circuit Televisions will be activated for the 56th Presidential Inauguration.
* Learn more about Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1238,q,541201,mpdcNav_GID,1545,mpdcNav,|31748|.asp
Neighborhood Patrols will Continue Uninterrupted During the Inaugural Activities
In addition to activating all sworn members of the Metropolitan Police Department to full duty, serving 12-hour shifts, we will deputize and add thousands of officers to the force from 99 law enforcement agencies around the country. The Office of Unified Communications will increase their staff of call-takers to prepare for an increase in the number of calls during the Inaugural activities.
* Get more information on the PSA patrols and other services http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1242,q,566961,mpdcNav_GID,1523,mpdcNav,|.asp
Attending the Inaugural Parade
Spectator viewing areas along the Inaugural Parade are expected to reach capacity early in the day on January 20, 2009, and will close to the public at that point. Jumbotron monitors have been placed on the National Mall to broadcast the Swearing-In Ceremony and the Parade. When the viewing area reaches capacity, individuals wishing to watch the ceremonies on the National Mall will be encouraged to walk using one of the designated routes identified on the following map.
* Walking Detour Routes for 56th Presidential Inaugural* http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/frames.asp?doc=/mpdc/lib/mpdc/serv/programs/pdf/inauguralparadedetour.pdf
Security Services
As DC prepares for the upcoming Presidential Inauguration, some organizations or businesses may wish to supplement security resources by hiring licensed Security Officers (SO) or commissioned Special Police Officers (SPO). To help facilitate this, the MPD has prepared a list of security agencies licensed by the Metropolitan Police Department’s Security Officers Management Branch (SOMB) that have indicated they are available for entities seeking security assistance.
* Security Agencies Available to Provide Service to Entities Seeking Security Assistance http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1242,q,566954,mpdcNav_GID,1523,mpdcNav,|.asp
Receive Up-to-the-Minute Text Alerts https://textalert.ema.dc.gov/register.php
All visitors and residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts through the District’s Homeland Security & Emergency Management Agency’s Text Alert System. This system is designed to send text messages, even when cell phone signals are low, to your email and cell phone to alert the public of any special announcements regarding inaugural-related transportation, weather and other instructions or updates January 15-22, 2009. It is the best way to receive up-to-the-minute updates.
PSA 102 Public Safety Meeting Agenda
Sherwood Recreation Center
Tuesday 13 January 2009
7:00pm
Presiding: PSA102 Coordinators Bies and Pittman
PSA Crime Statistician Roger Mattioli
PSA Recorder Irene Walker
AUSA Community Prosecutor Doug Klein
USAO Community Outreach Specialist Carolyn Crank
MPD 1D Outreach Specialist Carolyn Smith
Agenda
I. Introductions Bies and Pittman 7:05pm
II. Crime Analysis PSA102 Crime Statistician Roger Mattioli 7:08pm
III. Crime Statistics MPD Officials 7:15pm
IV. Crime Questions and Comments 7:25pm
V. Old Business Review of December Minutes 7:30pm
VI. New Business: 7:35pm
Proposed Restaurant/Lounge Class CT ABC License (Tavern)
With Entertainment Endorsement 401 H Street, N.E.
Discussion of Your Community Safety Concerns
VII. Announcements 8:00pm
VIII. Adjournment 8:15pm
Tuesday 13 January 2009
7:00pm
Presiding: PSA102 Coordinators Bies and Pittman
PSA Crime Statistician Roger Mattioli
PSA Recorder Irene Walker
AUSA Community Prosecutor Doug Klein
USAO Community Outreach Specialist Carolyn Crank
MPD 1D Outreach Specialist Carolyn Smith
Agenda
I. Introductions Bies and Pittman 7:05pm
II. Crime Analysis PSA102 Crime Statistician Roger Mattioli 7:08pm
III. Crime Statistics MPD Officials 7:15pm
IV. Crime Questions and Comments 7:25pm
V. Old Business Review of December Minutes 7:30pm
VI. New Business: 7:35pm
Proposed Restaurant/Lounge Class CT ABC License (Tavern)
With Entertainment Endorsement 401 H Street, N.E.
Discussion of Your Community Safety Concerns
VII. Announcements 8:00pm
VIII. Adjournment 8:15pm
16 December, 2008
MPD Posts Pictures of Stolen Goods Online
MPD Posts Pictures of $200,000 in Stolen Goods Online
Metropolitan Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier announced today that hundreds of items of stolen property will be posted online for owners to view and retrieve.
In January 2008, members of the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Burglary & Pawn Unit worked jointly with members of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and discovered a large-scale fencing operation at Rosemar Liquors in the 1300 block of Good Hope Road, SE. The stolen merchandise is valued at more than $200,000.
In an effort to return the property to its rightful owners, the members of the MPD Burglary & Pawn Unit have coordinated with the DC Armory for owners to physically view the stolen property. The property will be displayed at the DC Armory from January 5, 2009 to January 7, 2009. The Armory is located at 2001 East Capital Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. The hours for the public viewing will be from 12 pm to 7 pm on January 5th and 6th, and 10 am to 5 pm on January 7th.
To help expedite the retrieval of the items, the MPD will post the items on the MPD website at http://mpdc.dc.gov/stolenproperty for online viewing starting today until December 31, 2008. Individuals who have been the victims of crimes where property has been stolen can go to the MPD website and click on the link for the property viewing.
Once the property is viewed online and owners wish to claim it, they must use the links on the website to email the MPD Burglary & Pawn Unit and provide their name, address, contact telephone numbers, and the report number(s) for the stolen property. MPD detectives will then contact the owners and arrange to meet and physically inspect the property. At that time, owners must submit proof that they are the rightful owners.
If owners of the stolen items cannot view the items online, they may come to the DC Armory to recover their property. Report numbers taken at the time the items were stolen must be provided to enter the DC Armory to view the property. MPD officers and detectives will be on site to assist residents in identifying and retrieving their property.
To claim property, an individual must have:
* A Government Issued Identification Card and one of the following:
o The serial numbers of property stolen
o Insurance appraisals for stolen property
o Photographs of stolen property with copy of receipt and Police Report number
Any other proof of ownership will be considered on a case by case basis by the MPD investigators. Any property not claimed during this operation will be released to the Federal Government after 30 days to be sold at auction.
* View stolen property http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1242,q,566772.asp
Metropolitan Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier announced today that hundreds of items of stolen property will be posted online for owners to view and retrieve.
In January 2008, members of the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Burglary & Pawn Unit worked jointly with members of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and discovered a large-scale fencing operation at Rosemar Liquors in the 1300 block of Good Hope Road, SE. The stolen merchandise is valued at more than $200,000.
In an effort to return the property to its rightful owners, the members of the MPD Burglary & Pawn Unit have coordinated with the DC Armory for owners to physically view the stolen property. The property will be displayed at the DC Armory from January 5, 2009 to January 7, 2009. The Armory is located at 2001 East Capital Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. The hours for the public viewing will be from 12 pm to 7 pm on January 5th and 6th, and 10 am to 5 pm on January 7th.
To help expedite the retrieval of the items, the MPD will post the items on the MPD website at http://mpdc.dc.gov/stolenproperty for online viewing starting today until December 31, 2008. Individuals who have been the victims of crimes where property has been stolen can go to the MPD website and click on the link for the property viewing.
Once the property is viewed online and owners wish to claim it, they must use the links on the website to email the MPD Burglary & Pawn Unit and provide their name, address, contact telephone numbers, and the report number(s) for the stolen property. MPD detectives will then contact the owners and arrange to meet and physically inspect the property. At that time, owners must submit proof that they are the rightful owners.
If owners of the stolen items cannot view the items online, they may come to the DC Armory to recover their property. Report numbers taken at the time the items were stolen must be provided to enter the DC Armory to view the property. MPD officers and detectives will be on site to assist residents in identifying and retrieving their property.
To claim property, an individual must have:
* A Government Issued Identification Card and one of the following:
o The serial numbers of property stolen
o Insurance appraisals for stolen property
o Photographs of stolen property with copy of receipt and Police Report number
Any other proof of ownership will be considered on a case by case basis by the MPD investigators. Any property not claimed during this operation will be released to the Federal Government after 30 days to be sold at auction.
* View stolen property http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1242,q,566772.asp
09 December, 2008
Neighborhood Public Safety Meeting
REMINDER - PSA 102 MEETING - DECEMBER 9TH- SHERWOOD REC CENTER
PSA 102 Public Safety Meeting
Sherwood Recreation Center - 10th and G Streets NE
Tuesday 9 December 2008 7:00pm
DISCUSSION TOPICS:
- Community Updates on Pending Juvenile Justice Legislation and
Recent Prostitution Hearing
- Discussion and comments on DC Crime Omnibus Act
- Crime Statistics
- Community Safety Walk Announcements
- Your Comments and Concerns
PSA 102 Public Safety Meeting
Sherwood Recreation Center - 10th and G Streets NE
Tuesday 9 December 2008 7:00pm
DISCUSSION TOPICS:
- Community Updates on Pending Juvenile Justice Legislation and
Recent Prostitution Hearing
- Discussion and comments on DC Crime Omnibus Act
- Crime Statistics
- Community Safety Walk Announcements
- Your Comments and Concerns
FBI WARNS OF HOLIDAY SEASON CYBER-SCAMMERS
The FBI is reminding people this holiday season that cyber criminals continue to
aggressively seek ways to steal money and personal information. Scammers are using
several techniques to fool potential victims including sending unsolicited e-mails that contain attachments such as electronic greeting cards containing malware (malicious software), setting up spoofing websites that look like legitimate commercial sites, and unleashing phishing and vishing attacks where individuals receive e-mails asking for personal data.
In the greeting card scam, the cards are being sent via email. Like many other
Internet fraud schemes, the criminals use social engineering tactics to entice the victim, claiming the card is from a family member or friend. Upon clicking the link, the recipient is unknowingly taken to a malicious webpage.
Spoofing scams are when criminals create a false or shadow copy of a real website or
e-mail in a way that misleads the recipient. All network traffic between the victim’s browser and the shadow page are sent through the spoofer’s machine. This allows the spoofer to acquire personal information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, and account numbers. Even though the e-mail looks like the real thing, complete with authentic logos and working web links, it’s a fake; the website where you’re told to enter your account information is also fake. The information entered does not go to the legitimate site, but rather to the spoofer’s account. The information you entered will most likely be sold to criminals, who’ll use it to ruin your credit and drain your account.
In phishing and vishing attacks, individuals receive e-mails or text messages indicating a problem with their account. They are directed to follow the link provided in the message to update their account or correct the problem. The link actually directs the individuals to a fraudulent website that looks legitimate where their personal information, such as account number and PIN, is compromised.
Here are some tips you can use to avoid becoming a victim of cyber fraud:
• Do not respond to unsolicited (spam) email.
• Do not click on links contained within an unsolicited email.
• Be cautious of email claiming to contain pictures in attached files, as the files may contain viruses. Only open attachments from known senders.
• Avoid filling out forms in email messages that ask for personal information.
• Always compare the link in the email to the link that you are actually directed to.
• Log on to the official website, instead of “linking” to it from an unsolicited email.
• Contact the actual business that supposedly sent the email to verify if the email is genuine.
aggressively seek ways to steal money and personal information. Scammers are using
several techniques to fool potential victims including sending unsolicited e-mails that contain attachments such as electronic greeting cards containing malware (malicious software), setting up spoofing websites that look like legitimate commercial sites, and unleashing phishing and vishing attacks where individuals receive e-mails asking for personal data.
In the greeting card scam, the cards are being sent via email. Like many other
Internet fraud schemes, the criminals use social engineering tactics to entice the victim, claiming the card is from a family member or friend. Upon clicking the link, the recipient is unknowingly taken to a malicious webpage.
Spoofing scams are when criminals create a false or shadow copy of a real website or
e-mail in a way that misleads the recipient. All network traffic between the victim’s browser and the shadow page are sent through the spoofer’s machine. This allows the spoofer to acquire personal information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, and account numbers. Even though the e-mail looks like the real thing, complete with authentic logos and working web links, it’s a fake; the website where you’re told to enter your account information is also fake. The information entered does not go to the legitimate site, but rather to the spoofer’s account. The information you entered will most likely be sold to criminals, who’ll use it to ruin your credit and drain your account.
In phishing and vishing attacks, individuals receive e-mails or text messages indicating a problem with their account. They are directed to follow the link provided in the message to update their account or correct the problem. The link actually directs the individuals to a fraudulent website that looks legitimate where their personal information, such as account number and PIN, is compromised.
Here are some tips you can use to avoid becoming a victim of cyber fraud:
• Do not respond to unsolicited (spam) email.
• Do not click on links contained within an unsolicited email.
• Be cautious of email claiming to contain pictures in attached files, as the files may contain viruses. Only open attachments from known senders.
• Avoid filling out forms in email messages that ask for personal information.
• Always compare the link in the email to the link that you are actually directed to.
• Log on to the official website, instead of “linking” to it from an unsolicited email.
• Contact the actual business that supposedly sent the email to verify if the email is genuine.
VIOLENT, PROPERTY CRIME DOWN IN NOVEMBER
Reported property crime was down 12% and violent crime was down 10% in DC compared to the same month last year, according to preliminary statistics from the MPD. For the month of November, property crime decreased in five of the seven police districts, with significant decreases in the First (-36%), Fourth (-29%), Fifth (-22%), and Seventh Districts (-28%). Violent crime also decreased in five of the seven police districts, with significant decreases in the First, Third, Fourth, Fifth and Seventh Districts.
Citywide, there have been two fewer Homicides compared to December 5, 2007. Year to date, as of December 1, there has been a five percent decrease in the number of Sexual Assaults. Robberies have remained statistically unchanged and Assaults are down 11 percent. Burglary was down by five percent, and Theft has remained statistically unchanged compared to the same time last year. Thefts from Vehicles increased 15 percent and Arsons were down 15 percent. Compared to the same time last year, property crimes decreased in the Fourth, Fifth and Seventh Districts. Violent crime decreased in six of the seven police districts; it increased in the Sixth District.
Citywide, there have been two fewer Homicides compared to December 5, 2007. Year to date, as of December 1, there has been a five percent decrease in the number of Sexual Assaults. Robberies have remained statistically unchanged and Assaults are down 11 percent. Burglary was down by five percent, and Theft has remained statistically unchanged compared to the same time last year. Thefts from Vehicles increased 15 percent and Arsons were down 15 percent. Compared to the same time last year, property crimes decreased in the Fourth, Fifth and Seventh Districts. Violent crime decreased in six of the seven police districts; it increased in the Sixth District.
08 December, 2008
PSA 102 Public Safety Committee Meeting
REMINDER - PSA 102 MEETING - DECEMBER 9TH- SHERWOOD REC CENTER
PSA 102 Public Safety Meeting
Sherwood Recreation Center - 10th and G Streets NE
Tuesday 9 December 2008 7:00pm
DISCUSSION TOPICS:
- Community Updates on Pending Juvenile Justice Legislation and
Recent Prostitution Hearing
- Discussion and comments on DC Crime Omnibus Act
- Crime Statistics
- Community Safety Walk Announcements
- Your Comments and Concerns
PSA 102 Public Safety Meeting
Sherwood Recreation Center - 10th and G Streets NE
Tuesday 9 December 2008 7:00pm
DISCUSSION TOPICS:
- Community Updates on Pending Juvenile Justice Legislation and
Recent Prostitution Hearing
- Discussion and comments on DC Crime Omnibus Act
- Crime Statistics
- Community Safety Walk Announcements
- Your Comments and Concerns
29 October, 2008
Councilmember Wells Creates Ward 6 Juvenile Crime Task Force
Press Release: October 28, 2008Ward 6 Councilmember Tommy WellsImmediate ReleaseContact: Charles Allen1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Room 408Washington, D.C. 20004(202) 724-8072www.TommyWells.org
Councilmember Wells Creates Ward 6 Juvenile Crime Task Force On Tuesday, October 28th, Councilmember Tommy Wells announced plans to create a Ward 6 Juvenile Crime Task Force.
"While crime in the District and Ward 6 is generally decreasing, crimes committed by juveniles remain a significant problem and in some neighborhoods, appear to be growing in their intensity and violence," stated Wells.
The task force will be comprised of Ward 6 ANC leaders and non-profit community-based providers, as well as District agency representatives. The task force will be staffed by members of the Councilmember's office and their goal is to create a set of recommendations targeted to reduce juvenile crime in Ward 6 neighborhoods.
"This effort is to create a strategic approach to reforms and efforts that target juvenile crime," added Wells, "bringing some of the best thinking to the table to research, develop and propose various concrete recommendations to decrease juvenile crime in the Ward."
In addition to the research and information collected by the task force, Councilmember Wells wants the group to review recommendations from the community. To that effect, he has established a tool on his website where residents and neighbors can make suggestions for the task force to review and consider. The link to the submission form is featured on his website, www.TommyWells.org.
After the task force completes its recommendations, Councilmember Wells will host the group at three community meetings – each in a different neighborhood of the Ward – to present the findings and final recommendations and seek feedback and input to gauge whether the community should move forward with any of the ideas.
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Councilmember Wells Creates Ward 6 Juvenile Crime Task Force On Tuesday, October 28th, Councilmember Tommy Wells announced plans to create a Ward 6 Juvenile Crime Task Force.
"While crime in the District and Ward 6 is generally decreasing, crimes committed by juveniles remain a significant problem and in some neighborhoods, appear to be growing in their intensity and violence," stated Wells.
The task force will be comprised of Ward 6 ANC leaders and non-profit community-based providers, as well as District agency representatives. The task force will be staffed by members of the Councilmember's office and their goal is to create a set of recommendations targeted to reduce juvenile crime in Ward 6 neighborhoods.
"This effort is to create a strategic approach to reforms and efforts that target juvenile crime," added Wells, "bringing some of the best thinking to the table to research, develop and propose various concrete recommendations to decrease juvenile crime in the Ward."
In addition to the research and information collected by the task force, Councilmember Wells wants the group to review recommendations from the community. To that effect, he has established a tool on his website where residents and neighbors can make suggestions for the task force to review and consider. The link to the submission form is featured on his website, www.TommyWells.org.
After the task force completes its recommendations, Councilmember Wells will host the group at three community meetings – each in a different neighborhood of the Ward – to present the findings and final recommendations and seek feedback and input to gauge whether the community should move forward with any of the ideas.
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21 October, 2008
20 October, 2008
Fix It for 1000 Block of 6th Street NE
At PSA 102 Public Safety Committee Meeting in October residents complained about gun shots and trash accumulated in the alleys around this address. In response the PSAPSC has requested and received a Fix-It for this location on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 9:00AM.
Residents are asked to attend and point out problems that the entire DC Government can address. Persons wishing to attend should meet at 6th and K Streets, N.E. at 9:00AM
Residents are asked to attend and point out problems that the entire DC Government can address. Persons wishing to attend should meet at 6th and K Streets, N.E. at 9:00AM
01 October, 2008
Prostitution
COUNCILMEMBER PHIL MENDELSON, CHAIRPERSON
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE JUDICIARY ANNOUNCES A PUBLIC OVERSIGHT HEARING
on
Strategies to Combat Prostitution
on
Friday, November 7, 2008
12:00 p.m., 5th Floor Chambers, John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE JUDICIARY ANNOUNCES A PUBLIC OVERSIGHT HEARING
on
Strategies to Combat Prostitution
on
Friday, November 7, 2008
12:00 p.m., 5th Floor Chambers, John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004
17 September, 2008
Senior Citizens Police Academy
Metropolitan Police Department
Senior Citizens Police Academy
In partnership with the DC Office on Aging, the Metropolitan Police Department established the Senior Citizen Police Academy. The inaugural class of the Senior Citizens Police Academy was created in June 2005 under the leadership of Chief Charles Ramsey. Since then, a class has been held each year. The purpose of the academy is to reach out to distinguished senior residents, who we believe can provide the District with a wealth of information and experience that can enrich and enhance the quality of life in neighborhoods around the city.
The next academy class will be held in the fall of 2008. Classes are compiled into a six-week curriculum, with 3-hour sessions held twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
The series of classes and the academy are designed to provide our seniors with additional education about the internal operations of the criminal justice system. Classes will focus on the following topics and areas on interests: the organizational structure of the Metropolitan Police Department and Citizen Advisory Council; the organizational structure of the DC Office on Aging; the process of the District of Columbia's Judicial System; Community Policing; Community Organizing; Community & Youth Outreach (Including volunteering); Homeland Security; Gun Laws; Financial Crimes, Fraud & Predatory Lending; Auto Theft & Crime Prevention; Homicides & Cold Cases; and much more.
At the end of the session, students will participate in a graduation ceremony and sign up for volunteer positions and/or community organizing around the city. The class is aimed at senior retirees who are looking to enrich their careers and embark upon the next journey in their lives.
Register for the Senior Citizens Police Academy*
For more information, contact:
Executive Office of the Chief of Police
(202) 727-4218 or (202) 727-8809
For information on the Senior Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association, contact earl.wood@dc.gov.
Success Stories
Seniors Making a Difference
Senior Citizens Police Academy
In partnership with the DC Office on Aging, the Metropolitan Police Department established the Senior Citizen Police Academy. The inaugural class of the Senior Citizens Police Academy was created in June 2005 under the leadership of Chief Charles Ramsey. Since then, a class has been held each year. The purpose of the academy is to reach out to distinguished senior residents, who we believe can provide the District with a wealth of information and experience that can enrich and enhance the quality of life in neighborhoods around the city.
The next academy class will be held in the fall of 2008. Classes are compiled into a six-week curriculum, with 3-hour sessions held twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
The series of classes and the academy are designed to provide our seniors with additional education about the internal operations of the criminal justice system. Classes will focus on the following topics and areas on interests: the organizational structure of the Metropolitan Police Department and Citizen Advisory Council; the organizational structure of the DC Office on Aging; the process of the District of Columbia's Judicial System; Community Policing; Community Organizing; Community & Youth Outreach (Including volunteering); Homeland Security; Gun Laws; Financial Crimes, Fraud & Predatory Lending; Auto Theft & Crime Prevention; Homicides & Cold Cases; and much more.
At the end of the session, students will participate in a graduation ceremony and sign up for volunteer positions and/or community organizing around the city. The class is aimed at senior retirees who are looking to enrich their careers and embark upon the next journey in their lives.
Register for the Senior Citizens Police Academy*
For more information, contact:
Executive Office of the Chief of Police
(202) 727-4218 or (202) 727-8809
For information on the Senior Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association, contact earl.wood@dc.gov.
Success Stories
Seniors Making a Difference
MPD and Federal Partners Reduce Violent Crime
MPD and Federal Partners Reduce Violent Crime
Contact
Traci Hughes (MPD), (202) 727-9346
Special Agent Jerome Sampson (DEA), (202) 305-8500
Mayor Adrian M. Fenty and Metropolitan Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier announced today that the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has made significant strides in lowering violent crime in the District. Today, as part of MPD’s continuting operation with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Mobile Enforcement Team (MET), MPD made seven arrests, conducted five search warrants and seized crack cocaine, heroin and marijuana with a street value in excess of $12,000.
As announced last month, the DEA Mobile Enforcement Team (MET), a joint operation of MPD and the DEA, has been cracking down on drug related crimes, drug sellers and drug users in the Trinidad area and other neighborhoods. Last month the MET made 78 arrests and seized drugs with a street value of more than $125,000.
The takedowns are just one part of the way MPD is combating violent crime. Detectives are getting homicide suspects off the streets faster. Working in conjunction with the Homicide Intelligence Task Force, information about the homicide is immediately gathered, and sources are interviewed to prevent retaliation. The Homicide and Sexual Offenses Branch has a 60% closure rate, compared to 53% this time last year. Just in the month of August, MPD closed 15 homicides in less than 30 days.
As part of a multi-pronged approach to fighting crime in areas that have experienced an increase in violent crime, MPD, along with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Bureau of Alcohol tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATFE) and the US Marshal Service, violent crime in the District for the months of June through August has dropped by six percent. Historical crime trends show an increase in violent crime during the summer, and in 2008, violent crime in the District was at a five year low, dropping by as much at 16% since 2003.
“Our goal is simple: remove the gangs and crews by removing their drug territories, their sources of drugs and the weapons they use to commit violent crimes,” said Chief Lanier.
"This continued show of force and zero tolerance approach taken by DEA and our partners in the Metropolitan Police Department sends a strong message to those engaged in drug trafficking, violent crime, gun, and gang activity that this type of behavior will not be tolerated. Together, DEA and MPD will vigorously pursue these criminals and lock up those who engage in such violence and illegal conduct," said Mike Ferguson, DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Washington Field Division.
The reduction in violent crime is due in large part to the formation of Crime Suppression Teams in each police District, the creation of a Homicide Intelligence Task Force, and partnerships with our federal partners in targeting violent offenders and drug traffickers.
Our federal partners are playing an integral role crime reduction. The MPD Gun Recovery Unit has recovered 369 guns this year. MPD has worked with the ATFE Firearms Trafficking Task Force to trace some of those weapons to point of sale/distribution. Overall, more than 1,700 guns have been taken off District streets in 2008.
“This is a great achievement for the District by the Metropolitan Police Department, said Mayor Fenty. “I commend our hard working members of MPD who put their lives on the line everyday to reduce violent crime and keep residents safe.”
Contact
Traci Hughes (MPD), (202) 727-9346
Special Agent Jerome Sampson (DEA), (202) 305-8500
Mayor Adrian M. Fenty and Metropolitan Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier announced today that the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has made significant strides in lowering violent crime in the District. Today, as part of MPD’s continuting operation with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Mobile Enforcement Team (MET), MPD made seven arrests, conducted five search warrants and seized crack cocaine, heroin and marijuana with a street value in excess of $12,000.
As announced last month, the DEA Mobile Enforcement Team (MET), a joint operation of MPD and the DEA, has been cracking down on drug related crimes, drug sellers and drug users in the Trinidad area and other neighborhoods. Last month the MET made 78 arrests and seized drugs with a street value of more than $125,000.
The takedowns are just one part of the way MPD is combating violent crime. Detectives are getting homicide suspects off the streets faster. Working in conjunction with the Homicide Intelligence Task Force, information about the homicide is immediately gathered, and sources are interviewed to prevent retaliation. The Homicide and Sexual Offenses Branch has a 60% closure rate, compared to 53% this time last year. Just in the month of August, MPD closed 15 homicides in less than 30 days.
As part of a multi-pronged approach to fighting crime in areas that have experienced an increase in violent crime, MPD, along with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Bureau of Alcohol tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATFE) and the US Marshal Service, violent crime in the District for the months of June through August has dropped by six percent. Historical crime trends show an increase in violent crime during the summer, and in 2008, violent crime in the District was at a five year low, dropping by as much at 16% since 2003.
“Our goal is simple: remove the gangs and crews by removing their drug territories, their sources of drugs and the weapons they use to commit violent crimes,” said Chief Lanier.
"This continued show of force and zero tolerance approach taken by DEA and our partners in the Metropolitan Police Department sends a strong message to those engaged in drug trafficking, violent crime, gun, and gang activity that this type of behavior will not be tolerated. Together, DEA and MPD will vigorously pursue these criminals and lock up those who engage in such violence and illegal conduct," said Mike Ferguson, DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Washington Field Division.
The reduction in violent crime is due in large part to the formation of Crime Suppression Teams in each police District, the creation of a Homicide Intelligence Task Force, and partnerships with our federal partners in targeting violent offenders and drug traffickers.
Our federal partners are playing an integral role crime reduction. The MPD Gun Recovery Unit has recovered 369 guns this year. MPD has worked with the ATFE Firearms Trafficking Task Force to trace some of those weapons to point of sale/distribution. Overall, more than 1,700 guns have been taken off District streets in 2008.
“This is a great achievement for the District by the Metropolitan Police Department, said Mayor Fenty. “I commend our hard working members of MPD who put their lives on the line everyday to reduce violent crime and keep residents safe.”
LOCAL BLOODS GANG SECT INDICTED
EIGHT MEMBERS OF DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA LOCAL BLOODS GANG SECT INDICTED ON FEDERAL RACKETEERING CHARGES
Blood Members are Charged with Kidnapping and Assaulting Young Female Gang Member who was Trying to Leave the Gang
WASHINGTON – Eight members of the 662 Boss Piru gang, which purports to be a sect of the notorious, nationwide Bloods gang, have been charged by a federal grand jury in a 19-count indictment with conspiracy to commit kidnapping in aid of racketeering activity, kidnapping in aid of racketeering activity and numerous local offenses, including kidnapping, assault with a dangerous weapon, six counts of sexual abuse and obstructing justice, U.S. Attorney Jeffrey A. Taylor, Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Chief Cathy L. Lanier, and Joseph Persichini Jr., Assistant Director in Charge, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Washington Field Office, announced today.
The eight defendants are: Albert M. Price, 31, also known as “Original Gangster” and “Hellmary,” the believed leader of the gang; Marisa R. Gibson, 31, also known as “Angel of Death” and “Lady 151,” the believed leader of the female members of the gang; Deandre R. Tolson, 22, also known as “Bloody Sniper” and “Hellmary Jr.”; Marlowe St. Claire, 20, also known as “Bloody Lo”; Ceasar M. Hall, 19, also known as “Bloody Banger”; Latoye S. Morrison, 19, also known as “Lady Wax”; Lewis E. Fields, 21, also known as “Little Psycho”; and Dimitri Hightower, 29, also known as “Miciyh Jenkins” and “Bloody Micky.”
The indictment was returned under seal on September 9, 2008, and unsealed on Friday, September 12, 2008, following the arrest of several of the defendants. The defendants are scheduled to be arraigned starting today in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. If convicted of the charges, the defendants face the possibility of life imprisonment without the possibility of release.
“The horrific and violent kidnapping and assault of a young female gang member in this case by her alleged fellow gang members is a prime example of why we must be vigilant in not allowing gangs to get a foothold in our community,” said U.S. Attorney Taylor. “Working with our law enforcement partners, we will use every tool in our arsenal to bring to justice those who engage in violent criminal conduct. This indictment sends a clear message to gang members who engage in such criminal activity that there are grave consequences for their actions.”
“The arrests of these individuals are a part of our continued law enforcement efforts to rid our streets of violent crime,” said MPD Chief Lanier. “The District of Columbia is not and will not be a place where individuals can engage in violent activity.”
"Today's announcement regarding the indictment and arrest of several members of the Bloods serves as a strong reminder that the FBI will continue to investigate reports of any violent or gang-related activity to ensure the safety of our community and its citizens," said FBI Assistant Director in Charge Perschini.
The indictment alleges that the defendants are members of a criminal organization known as 662 Boss Piru, a “set” of, that is, a sub-group of, or gang affiliated with, the Bloods gang, a violent, nationwide gang. The indictment alleges that the 662 Boss Piru gang is a criminal enterprise that has operated since at least 2004, and which engages in a variety of criminal activities including prostitution, narcotics dealing, assault, threats, witness intimidation, kidnapping and robbery in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and elsewhere. According to the indictment, members of the 662 Boss Piru gang use intimidation, violence and threats of violence, including assault and kidnapping, to discipline and punish enterprise members and associates who violate enterprise rules or were disloyal.
The indictment further alleges that on June 8-9, 2008, the eight defendants kidnapped and assaulted a fellow young female gang member who was attempting to leave the gang. The alleged assault occurred in the 4900 block of Astor Place, SE, Washington, D.C. Thereafter, in a secluded area in 4500 block of Grant Street, NE, Washington, D.C., five of the defendants, Gibson, Tolson, St. Claire, Hall, Morrison, and Fields, are alleged to have forced the fellow gang member to perform sexual acts with four men that she did not know.
In announcing the indictment, U.S. Attorney Taylor, MPD Chief Lanier, and FBI Assistant Director in Charge Persichini praised the efforts of the FBI Special Agents who are investigating this matter, and the work of MPD Detectives Ali Roberts, Thurman Stallings, Neil Jones and Derrick Bolding; MPD Sergeant Kevin Rice; MPD Officers Corey Perkins, Charles Monk, Sherrie Forester, Jeffrey Nassar and John Salamone; MPD Evidence Technicians Natasha Pettus, Tony Nwani, Carmen Pagan, Valerie Campbell, John Holder and James Holder; and Metro Transit Officer Lenny Smith. Also commended were U.S. Attorney’s Office support personnel Eugena Johnson, Nicole Lee, James Mazzitelli, Kim Hall and Teesha Tobias, and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Mark O’Brien and Greg Marshall, who are prosecuting the case.
An indictment is merely a formal charge that a defendant has committed a violation of criminal laws, and every defendant is presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty.
Blood Members are Charged with Kidnapping and Assaulting Young Female Gang Member who was Trying to Leave the Gang
WASHINGTON – Eight members of the 662 Boss Piru gang, which purports to be a sect of the notorious, nationwide Bloods gang, have been charged by a federal grand jury in a 19-count indictment with conspiracy to commit kidnapping in aid of racketeering activity, kidnapping in aid of racketeering activity and numerous local offenses, including kidnapping, assault with a dangerous weapon, six counts of sexual abuse and obstructing justice, U.S. Attorney Jeffrey A. Taylor, Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Chief Cathy L. Lanier, and Joseph Persichini Jr., Assistant Director in Charge, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Washington Field Office, announced today.
The eight defendants are: Albert M. Price, 31, also known as “Original Gangster” and “Hellmary,” the believed leader of the gang; Marisa R. Gibson, 31, also known as “Angel of Death” and “Lady 151,” the believed leader of the female members of the gang; Deandre R. Tolson, 22, also known as “Bloody Sniper” and “Hellmary Jr.”; Marlowe St. Claire, 20, also known as “Bloody Lo”; Ceasar M. Hall, 19, also known as “Bloody Banger”; Latoye S. Morrison, 19, also known as “Lady Wax”; Lewis E. Fields, 21, also known as “Little Psycho”; and Dimitri Hightower, 29, also known as “Miciyh Jenkins” and “Bloody Micky.”
The indictment was returned under seal on September 9, 2008, and unsealed on Friday, September 12, 2008, following the arrest of several of the defendants. The defendants are scheduled to be arraigned starting today in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. If convicted of the charges, the defendants face the possibility of life imprisonment without the possibility of release.
“The horrific and violent kidnapping and assault of a young female gang member in this case by her alleged fellow gang members is a prime example of why we must be vigilant in not allowing gangs to get a foothold in our community,” said U.S. Attorney Taylor. “Working with our law enforcement partners, we will use every tool in our arsenal to bring to justice those who engage in violent criminal conduct. This indictment sends a clear message to gang members who engage in such criminal activity that there are grave consequences for their actions.”
“The arrests of these individuals are a part of our continued law enforcement efforts to rid our streets of violent crime,” said MPD Chief Lanier. “The District of Columbia is not and will not be a place where individuals can engage in violent activity.”
"Today's announcement regarding the indictment and arrest of several members of the Bloods serves as a strong reminder that the FBI will continue to investigate reports of any violent or gang-related activity to ensure the safety of our community and its citizens," said FBI Assistant Director in Charge Perschini.
The indictment alleges that the defendants are members of a criminal organization known as 662 Boss Piru, a “set” of, that is, a sub-group of, or gang affiliated with, the Bloods gang, a violent, nationwide gang. The indictment alleges that the 662 Boss Piru gang is a criminal enterprise that has operated since at least 2004, and which engages in a variety of criminal activities including prostitution, narcotics dealing, assault, threats, witness intimidation, kidnapping and robbery in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and elsewhere. According to the indictment, members of the 662 Boss Piru gang use intimidation, violence and threats of violence, including assault and kidnapping, to discipline and punish enterprise members and associates who violate enterprise rules or were disloyal.
The indictment further alleges that on June 8-9, 2008, the eight defendants kidnapped and assaulted a fellow young female gang member who was attempting to leave the gang. The alleged assault occurred in the 4900 block of Astor Place, SE, Washington, D.C. Thereafter, in a secluded area in 4500 block of Grant Street, NE, Washington, D.C., five of the defendants, Gibson, Tolson, St. Claire, Hall, Morrison, and Fields, are alleged to have forced the fellow gang member to perform sexual acts with four men that she did not know.
In announcing the indictment, U.S. Attorney Taylor, MPD Chief Lanier, and FBI Assistant Director in Charge Persichini praised the efforts of the FBI Special Agents who are investigating this matter, and the work of MPD Detectives Ali Roberts, Thurman Stallings, Neil Jones and Derrick Bolding; MPD Sergeant Kevin Rice; MPD Officers Corey Perkins, Charles Monk, Sherrie Forester, Jeffrey Nassar and John Salamone; MPD Evidence Technicians Natasha Pettus, Tony Nwani, Carmen Pagan, Valerie Campbell, John Holder and James Holder; and Metro Transit Officer Lenny Smith. Also commended were U.S. Attorney’s Office support personnel Eugena Johnson, Nicole Lee, James Mazzitelli, Kim Hall and Teesha Tobias, and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Mark O’Brien and Greg Marshall, who are prosecuting the case.
An indictment is merely a formal charge that a defendant has committed a violation of criminal laws, and every defendant is presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty.
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PSA 102 Next Meeting is Being Prepared!
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
7:00PM
Sherwood Recreation Center
Updates on
Request for A Speed Camera eastbound of Florida Avenue, N.E.
Request for Speed Camera on H Street East and West Bound
Legislation on Prostitution Offenses
Legislation on Juvenile Justice and When to Prosecute Juveniles as Adults
(Tentative) Guest(s) Council Member Tommy Wells and At-Large Council Member Phil Mendelson and Attorneys from the Office of the D.C. Attorney General and the United States Attorneys Office for the District of Columbia A discussion when to charge juveniles as adults and other crimes that impact the lives of neighbors
7:00PM
Sherwood Recreation Center
Updates on
Request for A Speed Camera eastbound of Florida Avenue, N.E.
Request for Speed Camera on H Street East and West Bound
Legislation on Prostitution Offenses
Legislation on Juvenile Justice and When to Prosecute Juveniles as Adults
(Tentative) Guest(s) Council Member Tommy Wells and At-Large Council Member Phil Mendelson and Attorneys from the Office of the D.C. Attorney General and the United States Attorneys Office for the District of Columbia A discussion when to charge juveniles as adults and other crimes that impact the lives of neighbors
Double Homicide in the Unit Block of K Street, NW
Double Homicide in the Unit Block of K Street, NW
The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the fatal shooting of two people in the unit block of K Street, NW.
At approximately 10:07 am on Thursday, August 14, 2008, officers from the First District responded to the unit block of K Street, NW, to investigate the sounds of gunshots in that area. Upon arrival, officers discovered two male victims at that location suffering from apparent multiple gunshot wounds.
The first victim has been identified as 61-year-old Nolan Cooper of no fixed address. He was transported to an area hospital and pronounced dead at 10:58 am.
The second victim has been identified as 18-year-old JohnQuan Douglas Wright of the unit block of L Place, NW. He was pronounced dead on the scene by a representative from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia.
This case remains under investigation by members from the department’s Homicide and Sexual Offenses Branch. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call police at (202) 727-9099 or 1-888-919-CRIM [E]. Anonymous information may also be forwarded to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.
The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. In this case due to the fact that there were two homicide victims, the reward offered will be up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction for the person or persons responsible.
The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the fatal shooting of two people in the unit block of K Street, NW.
At approximately 10:07 am on Thursday, August 14, 2008, officers from the First District responded to the unit block of K Street, NW, to investigate the sounds of gunshots in that area. Upon arrival, officers discovered two male victims at that location suffering from apparent multiple gunshot wounds.
The first victim has been identified as 61-year-old Nolan Cooper of no fixed address. He was transported to an area hospital and pronounced dead at 10:58 am.
The second victim has been identified as 18-year-old JohnQuan Douglas Wright of the unit block of L Place, NW. He was pronounced dead on the scene by a representative from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia.
This case remains under investigation by members from the department’s Homicide and Sexual Offenses Branch. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call police at (202) 727-9099 or 1-888-919-CRIM [E]. Anonymous information may also be forwarded to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.
The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. In this case due to the fact that there were two homicide victims, the reward offered will be up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction for the person or persons responsible.
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