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.
- Scam Alert: Police Impersonator Phone Scam
The Metropolitan Police Department is warning the public of an ongoing scam in which suspects spoof MPD phone numbers to defraud victims.
Scammers are impersonating members of MPD by replicating real government phone numbers. The scammers impersonate a detective and tell the victims they have a fine to pay. The scammers ask victims to verify their personal information and asking for credit card information to pay the fine. The scammers tell victims they face arrest if they don’t make a payment by phone.
The scammers are spoofing the Sixth District police station phone number: (202) 698-0880.
However, the public should be aware that scammers often spoof various numbers, including those of law enforcement and government entities, to appear legitimate.
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.
- MPD Searching for Suspects in Business Burglaries
The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in two business burglaries that occurred on Monday, March 3, 2025.
-At approximately 2:45 a.m., the suspects forcibly entered a business in the 1100 block of 8th Street, Southeast. Once inside, the suspects took money and property before fleeing the scene. CCN: 25030523
-At approximately 2:57 a.m., the suspects forcibly entered a business in the 700 block of 15th Street, Northeast. Once inside, the suspects took money and property before fleeing the scene. CCN: 25030522
The suspects and the suspects’ vehicle were captured by surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos above.
- MPD Investigating Shooting Involving Off-Duty Member
The Metropolitan Police Department’s Internal Affairs Bureau and Investigative Services Bureau are investigating a shooting involving an off-duty member that occurred in Southeast.
On Saturday, March 1, 2025, at approximately 12:57 a.m., First District officers responded to a call for a shooting in the 1800 block of Potomac Avenue, Southeast.
The preliminary investigation revealed the shooting occurred following a traffic crash involving an off-duty detective. Following the crash, the off-duty detective and the driver of the second vehicle both exited their vehicles, and an altercation occurred. During the altercation, the off-duty detective fired his service weapon, striking the other driver.
First District officers and DC Fire and EMS were called to the scene. The adult male was transported to an area hospital conscious and breathing for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
The involved member was placed on administrative leave, pursuant to MPD policy. The shooting was not captured by body-worn camera footage.
The assault is under investigation by the District Investigations Division. The officer-involved shooting is under investigation by the Internal Affairs Bureau’s Force Investigations Team, which investigates all law enforcement officer-involved shootings in the District of Columbia. The United States Attorney’s Office will independently review the facts and evidence in the case.
- MPD Searching for Vehicle in Attempted Carjacking
The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating a vehicle that was involved in an attempted armed carjacking in Southeast.
On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at approximately 9:21 p.m., First District officers responded to the 1200 block of Half Street, Southeast, for the report of a robbery. The victim reported as they were walking to their vehicle, they were approached by the suspects. One of the suspects was armed with a handgun. The suspects demanded the victim’s property and vehicle keys. The victim complied but the suspects were unsuccessful in taking the victim’s vehicle and fled the scene.
The suspect’s vehicle was captured by a surveillance camera and can be seen in the photos above.
- MPD Arrests Northeast Burglary One Suspect
The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect for a burglary one in Northeast.
On Thursday, March 6, 2025, at approximately 3:34 a.m., the suspect entered an occupied residence in the 200 block of I Street, Northeast. The suspect took property and then fled the scene.
On Friday, March 7, 2025, 36-year-old Nathaniel Robinson, of Northeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Burglary One.
