Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for a crime committed in the District of Columbia.
- MPD Searching for Southeast Armed Robbery Suspect
The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the community’s assistance in locating a suspect who robbed a business in Southeast.
On Saturday, December 7, 2024, at approximately 5:39 p.m., a suspect entered a business and approached an employee in the 600 block of Pennsylvania Ave, Southeast. The suspect pointed a handgun at the employee and took property from the store. The suspect fled the scene.
The suspect was captured by nearby surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos at right and this video:
- MPD Arrests Suspect in Northeast Shooting
The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect involved in a shooting incident in Northeast.
On Sunday, October 6, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., First District officers responded to the intersection of H Street and 7th Street, Northeast, after the reports of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence of gunfire, but no victims were found.
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, officers arrested 31-year-old Darcell Warren, who has no fixed address, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant for Endangerment with a Firearm.
- MPD Investigating Maryland Avenue Burglary
The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating two suspects involved in a burglary in Northeast.
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, at approximately 3:32 a.m., the suspects forcibly entered an establishment in the 1400 block of Maryland Avenue, Northeast, took property, and then fled the scene.
The suspects were captured on surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos at right:
- Navy Yard Barricade Ends with Multiple Arrests
The Metropolitan Police Department announces multiple arrests made after the peaceful resolution of a barricade situation inside a Navy Yard apartment complex.
On Thursday, December 12, 2024, at approximately 12:55 a.m., members of the First District responded to a call for a burglary inside an apartment complex in the 1100 block of First Street, Southeast. A victim reported multiple suspects entered their apartment and demanded property, but then realized they were in the wrong unit and left without obtaining property. The suspects then gained entry to neighboring unit. When officers arrived, the suspects were still inside that apartment. Officers declared a barricade and requested the assistance of MPD’s Emergency Response Team.
Several hours later an emergency DC Superior Court search warrant was obtained, and the apartment door was forced open. The occupant of the apartment was being held against his will by the suspects inside the apartment. All four suspects were safely placed under arrest by officers. 28-year-old Samir Michael, of Silver Spring, MD, 18-year-old Keshaun Seltzer of Southeast, DC, a 16-year-old juvenile male of Northeast, DC, and a 17-year-old juvenile male of Southeast, DC were all arrested and charged with Burglary One while Armed and Kidnapping.
Seven weapons were recovered from the apartment. There were also large quantities of various illegal drugs recovered from the apartment. As a result, the occupant of the apartment 31-year-old Amenuel Shewaferahu of Southeast, DC was arrested and charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute while Armed and Unregistered Firearm.
- MPD Seeking to Identify a Destruction of Property and Theft Suspect
The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating a suspect who destroyed and stole a security camera in Northeast.
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at approximately 5:00 a.m., First District officers responded to the Unit block of Massachusetts Avenue, Northeast, for the report of a theft. The investigation determined that the suspect stole and damaged surveillance cameras affixed to the building.
Those cameras captured the suspect, who can be seen in the images at right:
- Scam Alert: Police Impersonator Phone Scam
The Metropolitan Police Department is warning the public of an ongoing scam in which scammers are impersonating the police in a phone scam.
Scammers are impersonating members of MPD by replicating real government phone numbers to appear legitimate. The scammers are telling the victims that an arrest warrant has been issued for the victim for failure to appear at a court date or jury duty. The scammer then asks the victims to come to police headquarters and will say they are at imminent risk of arrest. The scammer will then solicit money from the victim as an alternative to being arrested. The scammers are insisting victims not tell anyone else about the call.
If you happen to receive unsolicited phone calls similar in nature:
-Don’t feel pressured to act. Scammers may have some public information about you (like your name and address), but that does not mean they are legitimate. Verify by contacting the appropriate agency directly using customer service info on their public websites.
-MPD will never demand payment by phone. Do not share your credit card number, personal information, or other financial information. Do not wire transfer money or transfer funds to anyone you do not know.
-Share what you know with others. By telling your friends and family members about the scam, you can help protect your community.
We remind the public that The Metropolitan Police Department will never solicit anyone for monetary funds, bank information, or social security numbers.
For more information on scams and fraud visit: https://www.justice.gov/criminal/criminal-fraud/report-fraud
Please visit the DC Courts Active Warrant List to inquire if you have an active D.C. Court arrest warrant, or contact the D.C. Courts directly at (202) 879-1010.
If you have questions about your jury summons, contact the D.C. Court Juror Office at (202) 879-4604 or by email at jurorhelp@dcsc.gov.
If you have been a victim of this scam in the District of Columbia, please contact the Financial and Cyber Crimes Unit at (202) 727-4159 or mpd.fraud-unit@dc.gov.