The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Dec. 26 in the 2700 block of Fairlawn Avenue, SE. The victim, identified as 41-year-old Lamar Edmonds, was found unconscious and not breathing, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the recovery of 59 illegal firearms in Washington, D.C., from Dec. 9 to Dec. 16. Arrests were made in connection with these recoveries, including individuals like Cordell Antonio Walker, 32, and Mark Estep, 18, both charged with various firearm-related offenses. The MPD continues its efforts to remove illegal firearms from the streets, working alongside specialized units and community members to enhance public safety.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are seeking assistance in identifying suspects involved in a robbery that occurred on Feb. 16 in the 3100 block of 11th Street, NW. During the incident, a suspect brandished a knife at a food delivery victim, demanding and stealing their property, as well as additional items from the victim’s vehicle. The suspects were captured on surveillance footage.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of Howsoon Cham, 54, the owner of Moi Moi restaurant in Northwest Washington, D.C., for allegedly selling alcohol without a license. This arrest follows the revocation of the restaurant’s alcohol license by the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) in Feb. 2024 due to multiple violent incidents, including a homicide, linked to the establishment. Cham was apprehended on Feb. 15, 2025, after a search and arrest warrant was executed.
Terry Thompson pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed through his attorney, Kevin O’Sullivan, before DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt on April 4.
Thompson, 33, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction of less than one year for his involvement in the fatal shooting of Christopher Callahan, 64, on May 15, 2023. The incident occurred outside a 7-Eleven on the 3900 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SW.
Thompson previously rejected two plea offers brought by the prosecution. In the plea agreement Thompson accepted, the prosecution agreed to dismiss all other charges besides the homicide in exchange for his guilty plea. Thompson must also register as a gun offender.
According to the prosecution, surveillance video footage shows Thompson walking up to Callahan, who is sitting on his walker, and shooting him in the head outside a 7-Eleven in broad daylight. The incident, prosecution said, happened after a verbal altercation between Thompson and Callahan.
Thompson’s sentencing is scheduled for June 6.
An evidence specialist found a knife prosectors say links a defendant to a fatal stabbing. The testimony was presented to a jury in DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan’s courtroom on April 3.
Julian Ruffin, 34, is charged with second-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of 38-year-old Alphonso Lee on Oct. 7, 2022 on the 1500 block of Butler Street, SE.
The prosecution called a Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS) agent who executed a search warrant of Ruffin’s apartment and allegedly found a folding knife at the bottom of a trash can underneath a partially full trash bag as well as a blood stained undershirt.
A DNA specialist who evaluated the evidence said that DNA samples from both the bloody shirt and the recovered knife were highly likely to be Lee’s. The undershirt, said the analyst, probably contained Ruffin’s DNA as well.
Ruffin’s attorney, Kevin Irving, questioned the witness about the DNA’s source. He noted that if Ruffin were in an argument with Lee, Lee’s spit and sweat could easily have led to his DNA being present on the undershirt.
An MPD officer testified she followed a blood trail leading to Ruffin’s apartment. She added she was present when Ruffin was questioned by detectives, and although he was cooperative, denied any involvement of the crime.
A DNA specialist who evaluated the evidence said that DNA samples from both the bloody shirt and the recovered knife were highly likely to be Lee’s. The undershirt, said the analyst, probably contained Ruffin’s DNA.
Ruffin’s attorney, Kevin Irving, questioned the witness about the DNA’s source. He noted that if Ruffin were in an argument with Lee, Lee’s spit and sweat could easily have led to his DNA being present on the undershirt.
The prosecution also called a forensic pathologist who performed the autopsy on Lee. She noted that he had several injuries consistent with being attacked by a knife, including both stab wounds and long cuts. According to the pathologist, the manner of death was homicide and the cause of death were sharp force injuries.
Parties are slated to reconvene on April 7.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced that on Feb. 18, officers responded to a shooting in the 700 block of H Street, NE. An adult male victim was found with gunshot wounds and was pronounced deceased despite life-saving efforts. Homicide detectives are investigating the incident.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an update on the investigation of a homicide that occurred on Feb. 16 on Knox Place, Southeast. The victim, identified as 37-year-old William Williams, was found with gunshot wounds and pronounced dead at the scene. Surveillance footage of a suspect has been released as the investigation continues.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the recovery of 53 illegal firearms in Washington, D.C., from Jan. 27 to Feb. 3. Arrests were made in connection with these recoveries, including Derrick Howard, 29, for carrying a pistol outside a home or business, and Torey Lewis Shields, 22, for multiple firearm and drug-related charges. The MPD continues to work with specialized units and community members to remove illegal firearms from the streets, aiming to reduce crime and enhance public safety.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced that on Feb. 18, officers responded to a shooting in the 700 block of H Street, NE. An adult male victim was found with gunshot wounds and was pronounced deceased despite life-saving efforts. Homicide detectives are investigating the incident.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of Miquel Beasley, 22, of Bryans Road, MD, in connection with an armed carjacking that occurred on March 22, 2024, in the 3900 block of 1st Street, SE. Beasley allegedly brandished a handgun and forced the victim to exit their vehicle before fleeing in it. He was charged with Armed Carjacking (Gun) and Failure to Appear.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an investigation into a shooting involving an off-duty detective that occurred on March 1 in Southeast Washington, DC. The incident followed a traffic crash on the 1800 block of Potomac Avenue, SE, where an altercation led the detective to fire his service weapon, injuring the other driver, who survived with non-life-threatening injuries. The detective has been placed on administrative leave, and the case is under investigation by the Internal Affairs Bureau and the District Investigations Division.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of Elijah Washington, 18, who has been charged with First Degree Murder while Armed in connection to a fatal shooting on Sept. 15, 2024. The incident occurred inside a residence on the 2300 block of Marion Barry Avenue, SE, where 36-year-old David Washington was found deceased. Elijah Washington, who was a juvenile at the time of the offense, was arrested on March 26, 2025.
A stabbing defendant pleaded not guilty to all indictment charges before DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt on April 4.
James Callen, 41, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, assault with intent to kill while armed, assault with significant bodily injury while armed, and four counts of felony contempt for his alleged involvement in a July 13, 2024, non-fatal stabbing incident on the 1600 block of Morris Road, SE. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
All assault charges have an aggravating circumstance of allegedly being committed during release.
During the hearing, Alvin Thomas, Callen’s attorney, alerted Judge Brandt of his intent to plead not guilty to the eight charges. Parties agreed to a trial date of Sept. 2.
In preparation for the trial, Callen also waived his right to the Innocence Protection Act (IPA), which ensures the preservation of evidence and grants defendants the right to independently test DNA evidence to support claims of innocence.
Thomas also said he intends to add a co-counsel to the case, which was granted by Judge Brandt.
This addition of counsel could delay the trial – Judge Brandt stated she will be prepared to vacate the date and set an interim hearing depending on the new attorney’s availability.
Parties are slated to reconvene on Aug. 18.
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of two suspects involved in armed carjackings in Washington, D.C. On March 25, an attempted carjacking occurred on 7th Street, NE, where the suspects failed to steal the vehicle but took the victim’s property. On March 26, a successful carjacking took place on Fort Lincoln Drive, NE. MPD’s helicopter tracked the stolen vehicle, leading to the arrest of alleged suspect Jamari Robinson, 18, and a 16-year-old juvenile. Both face charges of Armed Carjacking (Gun), and the stolen vehicle, property, and a handgun were recovered.
