The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the recovery of 31 illegal firearms in Washington, D.C., from Jan 20. to Jan 27. Arrests included individuals such as 26-year-old Tey-John Miles for possession of a “Ghost Gun” and 53-year-old Melinda Fendell for possession of a Ruger 357. The MPD continues to work with specialized units and community members to remove illegal firearms and reduce crime in the district.
DOCUMENT: MPD Investigating Maryland Avenue Carjacking
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are investigating a carjacking incident that occurred on Dec 30 on the 1500 block of Maryland Avenue, Northeast. A suspect attacked the victim, forcing him off his moped before fleeing the scene. Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspect and the stolen moped.
Document: MPD Investigating Northeast Fatal Stabbing
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred on Dec. 31 in Northeast, Washington, D.C. The victim, identified as 24-year-old Joziah Thurman, succumbed to his injuries after seeking help at the Sixth District police station. The incident was determined to have taken place inside a residence on the 800 block of 49th Street, Northeast.
Case Acquitted: Opening Statements in Homicide Trial Link Crime to Neighborhood Crew Rivalry
Editor’s note: Aaron Murchison was acquitted of all charges by a jury on Feb. 11, 2025.
Parties gave opening statements on Jan. 29 before DC Superior Court Judge Dana Dayson in a murder that prosecutors say was a chapter in a longstanding feud between two crews from rival neighborhoods.
Aaron Murchison, 28, is charged with second-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Jamontate Brown, 32, on Oct. 16, 2022, on the 2500 block of Pomeroy Road, SE.
The prosecution stated that Murchison’s killed Brown as part of a rivalry, or “beef,” in that Murchison self-identifies as “DF,” a member of a crew said to commit crimes in the Wellington Park neighborhood, and that Brown was involved in the opposing Stanton Oaks crew.
According to court documents, Brown sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was found on a sidewalk lying on his back with his hands above his head. There was a handgun found on the victim.
Prosecutors say Brown came to Wellington Park to cause havoc by shooting into a lot where crew members parked their cars as part of an ongoing conflict. They argued that’s why Murchison “left the safety of the apartment” and was ready to shoot back when Brown opened fire into the neighborhood.
Kevann Gardner, Murchison’s attorney, rebutted that Brown was responsible for what happened that night – arguing that Brown decided to “commit a mass shooting” the day of the incident.
Gardner claimed that Murchison left the apartment because he was worried about his friends, family, and loved ones in the neighborhood, but didn’t have a firearm or shoot anyone.
Further, Gardner insisted there is no DNA or fingerprint evidence that ties Murchison to Brown’s death.
A detective from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) testified that in her experience patrolling local neighborhoods many in the area have ongoing “beefs,” or issues, with each other, including Wellington Park and Stanton Oaks.
The trial will resume on Jan. 30.
DOCUMENT: MPD Seeking Suspect in Southeast Shooting
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are seeking assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a shooting on Dec. 28 on the 2400 block of Elvans Road, Southeast. An adult male victim was found with non-life-threatening injuries and transported to a hospital. The suspect was captured on surveillance footage, and the MPD is urging anyone with information to come forward.
DOCUMENT: Suspect Arrested in an Attempted Stabbing
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of 26-year-old Warran Welcome in connection with an attempted stabbing incident on Jan 1. Welcome allegedly attempted to stab two employees at a business on the 1700 block of Corcoran St, NW, after being asked to leave the premises. Fortunately, neither employee was injured, and Welcome has been charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife).
Document: MPD Searching for Suspect in an Unarmed Carjacking
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are seeking assistance in locating a suspect involved in an unarmed carjacking that took place on Nov. 18 on the 1900 block of 14th Street, Northwest. The suspect allegedly pushed the victim and stole their vehicle, though the victim was unharmed. Surveillance footage of the suspect is available to aid in identification.
DOCUMENT: MPD Seeking Suspects in Northwest Carjacking
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are seeking suspects involved in an unarmed carjacking incident that occurred on Dec 26 in the 1300 block of R Street, Northwest. The victim was assaulted while unloading items from his vehicle, and the suspects attempted but failed to steal the vehicle before fleeing on foot. Surveillance footage of the suspects is available, and the MPD is requesting public assistance in identifying them.
DOCUMENT: MPD Investigating Death of Cyclist
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the investigation into the death of 30-year-old Alexander Nikolenko, a cyclist who succumbed to injuries from a crash on Nov 12 at the intersection of Queens Chapel Road and Channing Street, Northeast. Nikolenko, who was not wearing a helmet, lost control of his bicycle while trying to avoid a black Nissan Armada and was hospitalized before passing away on Jan 3.
document: MPD Investigating Dupont Circle Homicide
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred on Dec. 30 in Dupont Circle, Northwest. The victim, identified as 36-year-old Dominique Ratiff of Southeast, was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead at a hospital. No suspect information has been released.
Document: MPD Searching for Northwest Armed Robbery Suspects
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are seeking assistance in locating two suspects involved in an armed robbery on Jan. 25 in the 1700 block of Euclid Street, NW. The victim reported being approached by two individuals, one of whom brandished a firearm and demanded his belongings while the other acted as a lookout. Surveillance cameras captured images of both suspects, aiding in the ongoing investigation.
document: MPD Makes Arrest in Bellevue Street Carjacking
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile female in connection with an armed carjacking that occurred on Sep. 30 on the 900 block of Bellevue Street, SE. The suspect allegedly attacked and shot at the victim before fleeing in the victim’s vehicle. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the assault and was treated at a local hospital.
DOCUMENT: MPD Searching for Suspects involved in a Shooting
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced they are searching for two suspects involved in a shooting and armed robbery that occurred on Jan 3 in the 5700 block of 2nd St, NE. The suspects brandished firearms, shot in the direction of the victims, and stole their property before fleeing. Fortunately, the victims were not injured. The suspects and their vehicle were captured on surveillance footage.
Document: MPD Arrests Suspect in Southeast Stabbing
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of 53-year-old, John Scoggins, who was allegedly involved in a stabbing incident on Dec. 9 on the 1700 block of Minnesota Avenue, SE. The victim, an adult male, was found with multiple stab wounds and transported to a hospital with serious injuries. Scoggins has been charged with Assault with Intent to Kill.
DOCUMENT: MPD Makes Arrest in Domestic Related Shooting
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of 28-year-old Deamonte Bridgeforth in connection with a domestic-related shooting on Jan 3 in Northeast, DC. The incident on the 1500 block of Harry Thomas Way resulted in five people being injured, including three who were transported by emergency services and two who self-transported to the hospital. Bridgeforth has been charged with three counts of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) following an altercation with one of the victims.