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Motorcyclist dies in Hybla Valley crash
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Police in Fairfax County are investigating after a man died in a crash in the early hours of Friday morning. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said in a post on X at 3:25 a.m. that they were at the scene of a crash near Memorial Street and […]
Teen charged in fatal Brookland Metro shooting to remain in custody until July trial
WASHINGTON (7News) — A juvenile court judge ordered a 16-year-old boy to remain in custody Friday. The boy is charged with second-degree murder and assault with a deadly weapon for the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old middle school student at the Brookland Metro station in April. The 16-year-old sat...
Police seek help identifying suspect's vehicle in Southeast shooting
WASHINGTON (7News) — Metropolitan Police Department detectives are seeking the community's help to identify a vehicle allegedly tied to a southeast D.C. shooting. Officers found a person suffering from gunshot wounds on Thursday, May 16 at 11:27 p.m. after hearing several gunshots around the 200 block of 37th street. The man was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
'Seminary is considered a high crash segment' | City of Alexandria to receive $80,000 for safety improvements along Seminary Road
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Change is on the way, for those who live along Seminary Road in Alexandria. After more than a year of begging, petitioning, and in some cases literally fearing for their lives, funding has been approved to make safety changes. WUSA9 first began reporting on concerns from...
Man Arrested In Connection With Armed Robbery At Home Improvement Store
WALDORF, Md. – Detectives assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division have identified and arrested a man wanted in connection with an armed robbery case. On February 22, a male and a female entered a home improvement store on Jefferson Place in Waldorf. They picked up several items and approached a cashier. The female paid for her items; however, the male concealed merchandise and left the store without paying. He was approached by a loss prevention officer at which time the male displayed a handgun. The suspect fled in a car with the female.
Lawsuit claims staff tackled, put teenager in chokehold in DC juvenile detention center
LAUREL, Md. (7News) — After 7News reported on recent violence and drug use inside a D.C. juvenile detention center, we're now learning of another violent incident at another facility after a teenager filed a lawsuit against the city and nine staff members. Last week, a 17-year-old still incarcerated at...
Report Of Gunshots At Huntington Apartments Under Investigation
WALDORF. Md. – On May 16 at 3 p.m., officers responded to the 3000 block of Gallery Place in Waldorf for the report of the sound of multiple gunshots. When officers arrived, they canvassed the area but did not locate any victims; however, they did locate shell casings between two apartment buildings. Further, officers found a vehicle had been struck and a house on Alehouse Court was damaged.
DMV Dating: State of dating in the DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — If you’re single in the DMV, it’s no secret that dating is likely a challenge for you. According to the Chamber of Commerce, D.C. and Alexandria, Va. are two of the loneliest places in the country to live. The study said it used the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey […]
Pastor rushes to shooting near Northwest DC school fearing for teens he mentors
WASHINGTON (7News) — Police got the call to head a shooting scene between MacFarland Middle School and Roosevelt High School in Petworth Wednesday. A teenage male was shot and at least two cars were hit by stray shots. As basketball practice continued nearby, some parents and guardians received word...
Document: *Decedent Identified* MPD Investigating Southeast Homicide
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a homicide that occurred on May 15 on the 3300 block of D Street, SE. According to MPD documents, officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting...
What’s Up in Alexandria This Weekend: Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, live music and more
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend; enjoy!. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to ALXnow. 8 a.m.: Bike to Work Day at Alexandria Market Square. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.: FRIYAY Wine Tasting at Woodlawn Press Winery. 3...
Federal Agent Says Surveillance Network Video Captured Homicide Scene
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent testified about a national network of surveillance cameras that prosecutors say captured a 2019 fatal shooting incident in the District. The trial testimony was presented before DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein on May 15.
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