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Domestic-violence suspect shot by DC officers aboard Metrobus after fatal Northwest shooting
crime28 days ago

Domestic-violence suspect shot by DC officers aboard Metrobus after fatal Northwest shooting

In Northwest DC, a man who allegedly killed a woman in a domestic-relationship incident was chased by police and shot dead aboard a northbound Metrobus after reaching into his bag and pulling out a gun; witnesses described the suspect and the bus, and officers evacuated riders before the fatal confrontation. The woman died at the scene, and authorities noted the suspect had prior domestic-violence involvement in DC’s Second District.

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton Victim of Scam and Dementia Concerns
local-news8 months ago

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton Victim of Scam and Dementia Concerns

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton was scammed at her home by individuals posing as cleaning workers, charging nearly $4,400 for services not rendered. The incident raised concerns about her health, with police reports suggesting early dementia, which her office disputes. The case is under investigation, and Norton, the oldest member of the House, faces calls to consider retirement amid questions about her capacity.

DC Police Arrest Man with Explosives Near St. Matthew’s Cathedral Before Red Mass
local9 months ago

DC Police Arrest Man with Explosives Near St. Matthew’s Cathedral Before Red Mass

A person was arrested outside St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Washington, D.C., before the Red Mass after setting up a tent with suspicious items, including potential fireworks and liquid-filled vials. The individual, Louis Geri, was previously barred from the premises and now faces charges including unlawful entry and possession of a Molotov cocktail. The scene was secured, and public safety was not threatened.

Trump suggests federal crackdown on crime could extend to Chicago
politics10 months ago

Trump suggests federal crackdown on crime could extend to Chicago

President Trump announced plans to target Chicago with a federal crime crackdown following his successful intervention in Washington, DC, where federal forces have been deployed to reduce crime, and suggested he might extend similar measures to Chicago, raising concerns about federal control over local police and the potential long-term presence of National Guard troops.

Justice Department probes DC police over alleged crime data manipulation
politics10 months ago

Justice Department probes DC police over alleged crime data manipulation

The Justice Department is investigating whether Washington, D.C., police officials falsified crime data to lower crime rates, amid political tensions over police control and claims by President Trump about rising violence, though recent crime trends have shown decreases. The investigation follows reports of a police commander suspected of data manipulation and reflects broader disputes over public safety and political influence.