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- MPD Statement on Absconders Involved in Northeast Shooting
On Sunday evening, the Metropolitan Police Department was notified that three DYRS committed juveniles absconded from a contracted facility in Pennsylvania. It was reported the teens stole a red 2016 Land Rover SUV with Pennsylvania license plates. Detectives developed information indicating the juveniles had returned to the District of Columbia, and a lookout was issued to all MPD districts for the stolen vehicle and the suspects. The Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) entered the vehicle’s license plate into MPD’s License Plate Reader (LPR) systems for tracking.
At approximately 10:49 p.m., First District officers responded to the 700 block of 8th Street, NE, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound who reported he had been robbed. DC Fire and EMS transported the victim to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The suspects were reported to be in a red SUV.
LPR data from RTCC and Flock LPR cameras confirmed the red Land Rover with Pennsylvania tags was involved in the robbery and shooting.
A short time later, a First District officer observed the SUV fleeing toward the RFK Stadium area. Falcon 1, MPD’s helicopter, was requested and quickly located the vehicle. While under aerial surveillance, five suspects bailed out of the SUV and fled on foot. Two of them re-entered the vehicle and drove off. Officers apprehended one of the remaining suspects and recovered an AR-15-style rifle nearby.
At approximately 11:15 p.m., a Seventh District officer spotted the red SUV traveling on Alabama Avenue, SE. Due to its involvement in the earlier violent crime, a vehicle pursuit was authorized. Falcon 1 re-engaged and followed the SUV until it stopped near Minnesota Avenue and T Street, SE, where the remaining suspects bailed out. Two additional suspects were located and taken into custody.
The three arrestees were charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun), Robbery, and related firearm offenses. One of those arrested is a DYRS absconder. MPD continues to search for the two remaining absconders.
“Thanks to the quick coordination between our Real Time Crime Center, responding patrol officers, and Falcon 1, we were able to locate the suspects, recover a dangerous firearm, and make multiple arrests,” said Chief Pamela A. Smith. “MPD will continue working to hold violent offenders accountable for their actions in our city.”
- MPD Statement on Navy Yard Juvenile Activity
The Metropolitan Police Department responded to large groups of juveniles who gathered in the Navy Yard on Saturday evening, causing disturbances, creating disorder, and committing at least two robberies. This type of behavior is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
MPD officers responded quickly to address the situation and ensure the safety of residents and visitors. Three juveniles were arrested. We are continuing to investigate these incidents and will hold accountable anyone who engaged in unlawful activity.
“We want our young people to enjoy everything this city has to offer, from parks and recreation events to our Late-Night Hype and Beat the Streets programs, and all activities that give them an engaging and safe space to gather,” said Chief Pamela A. Smith. “However, we will not tolerate criminal behavior that puts others at risk, or disrupts the safety of our residents, businesses or visitors in our city.”
Chief Smith will be meeting with city leaders and community members this week to address concerns, reinforce our shared commitment to public safety, and discuss collaborative solutions.
We are also urging parents and guardians to take accountability for knowing where their children are and what they are doing, particularly during the evening and overnight hours. Public safety is a shared responsibility, and we all have a role to play in keeping our communities safe and helping guide our youth toward positive, productive engagements.
- MPD Investigating Southeast Homicide
The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in Southeast.
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at approximately 9:41 p.m., First District officers responded to the 1000 block of 3rd Place, Southeast, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a juvenile male, unconscious, not breathing, and suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life the victim was pronounced dead.
The decedent has been identified as 16-year-old Dominique Dingle, of Southeast, DC.
- MPD Statement on Investigation into Accidental Shooting in Northeast
At approximately 5:09 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to the 1700 block of Benning Road, Northeast, for a report of a shooting. Officers located a 14-year-old girl inside an apartment suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers performed lifesaving measures. Unfortunately, the girl succumbed to her injuries.
The preliminary investigation indicates the girl was handling a firearm while recording a video for social media when the weapon discharged, striking her in the upper body.
Multiple individuals, including at least one adult, were inside the apartment when the shooting occurred. The firearm has been recovered.
“This is a devastating reminder of the dangers of weapons getting into the hands of young people in our city, and our hearts go out to the family and friends of the decedent,” said Chief of Police Pamela A. Smith. “Firearms are not toys or props and they must be properly secured in a place where they can only be accessed by lawful gun owners.”
- Man Arrested for First-Degree Sexual Abuse
The Metropolitan Police Department announce a man has been arrested for a First-Degree Sexual Abuse offense.
On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m. in the 1300 block of Maryland Avenue, Southwest the suspect was providing massage therapist services to the victim when he engaged in unwanted sexual acts with the victim.
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 42-year-old Andrew Ramirez, of Jefferson, MD, was charged with First Degree Sexual Abuse of a Client.
- MPD Seeking Suspects in Southeast Armed Robbery
The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating suspects who robbed a man at knifepoint in Southeast.
On Monday, May 19, 2025, at approximately 6:12 p.m. the victim was inside of an apartment building in the 1200 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, Southeast, walking to his apartment door when two suspects approached the victim. One of the suspects produced and knife and demanded the victim’s property. The victim complied. The suspects fled the scene.
The suspects were captured by surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos below: