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Beware of SCAMS

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SCAMS AND SAFETY

Spoofing and Phishing 

Spoofing 

Spoofing is when someone disguises an email address, sender name, phone number, or website URL—often just by changing one letter, symbol, or number—to convince you that you are interacting with a trusted source.

For example, you might receive an email that looks like it’s from your boss, a company you’ve done business with, or even from someone in your family—but it actually isn’t.

Criminals count on being able to manipulate you into believing that these spoofed communications are real, which can lead you to download malicious software, send money, or disclose personal, financial, or other sensitive information.

Phishing 

Phishing schemes often use spoofing techniques to lure you in and get you to take the bait. These scams are designed to trick you into giving information to criminals that they shouldn’t have access to.

In a phishing scam, you might receive an email that appears to be from a legitimate business and is asking you to update or verify your personal information by replying to the email or visiting a website. The web address might look similar to one you’ve used before. The email may be convincing enough to get you to take the action requested.

But once you click on that link, you’re sent to a spoofed website that might look nearly identical to the real thing—like your bank or credit card site—and asked to enter sensitive information like passwords, credit card numbers, banking PINs, etc. These fake websites are used solely to steal your information.

Phishing has evolved and now has several variations that use similar techniques:

  • Vishing scams happen over the phone, voice email, or VoIP (voice over Internet Protocol) calls.
  • Smishing scams happen through SMS (text) messages.
  • Pharming scams happen when malicious code is installed on your computer to redirect you to fake websites.

Spoofing and phishing are key parts of business email compromise scams.

Stock image depicting a hand holding a smartphone with Phishing written on the screen and the user pushing Send.

How to Report 

To report spoofing or phishing attempts—or to report that you’ve been a victim—file a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).

How to Protect Yourself 

  • Remember that companies generally don’t contact you to ask for your username or password.
  • Don’t click on anything in an unsolicited email or text message. Look up the company’s phone number on your own (don’t use the one a potential scammer is providing), and call the company to ask if the request is legitimate.
  • Carefully examine the email address, URL, and spelling used in any correspondence. Scammers use slight differences to trick your eye and gain your trust.
  • Be careful what you download. Never open an email attachment from someone you don’t know and be wary of email attachments forwarded to you.
  • Set up two-factor (or multi-factor) authentication on any account that allows it, and never disable it.
  • Be careful with what information you share online or on social media. By openly sharing things like pet names, schools you attended, family members, and your birthday, you can give a scammer all the information they need to guess your password or answer your security questions.

Resources 

Public Service Announcements from IC3


03.20.2020  FBI Sees Rise in Fraud Schemes Related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Scammers are leveraging the COVID-19 pandemic to steal your money, your personal information, or both. Don’t let them.

06.10.2019  Cyber Actors Exploit ‘Secure’ Websites in Phishing Campaigns
Cyber criminals are conducting phishing schemes to acquire sensitive logins or other information by luring victims to a malicious website that looks secure.

09.18.2018  Cybercriminals Utilize Social Engineering Techniques to Obtain Employee Credentials to Conduct Payroll Diversion
Cybercriminals are targeting online payroll accounts of employees through phishing emails designed to capture an employee’s login credentials.

02.21.2018  Increase in W-2 Phishing Campaigns
Beginning in January 2017, IRS’s Online Fraud Detection & Prevention, which monitors for suspected IRS-related phishing emails, observed an increase in reports of compromised or spoofed emails requesting W-2 information.

Related FBI News and Multimedia

  • 06.09.2021 FBI Phoenix Tech Tuesday: Phishing and Spoofing ScamsFBI Phoenix Special Agent Suzanne Allen describes the dangers of phishing and spoofing scams.
  • 04.26.2021 International Scammer SentencedA man who used phishing techniques to steal millions of dollars in a global business email compromise scheme received a 10-year prison term for his crimes.
  • 10.15.2019 Phishing the FamousA Georgia man who used phishing techniques to steal celebrities’ credit card numbers and use them fraudulently has been sentenced to prison for his crimes.
  • 06.13.2019 Gone PhishingA fraudster who conducted a text message-based phishing scam to steal bank information—and used that information to steal thousands of dollars from victims—is now behind bars.
  • 03.08.2018 FBI, This Week: W-2 Phishing Scams Increase During Tax SeasonThe latest evolution of the sophisticated business e-mail compromise scam targets businesses for access to sensitive tax-related data.
  • 07.03.2017 Phishing for PhotosA man who tricked more than 50 unsuspecting women into providing

WELLS FARGO

Fake check scams

As the pandemic continues, customer reports of fake check scams are on the rise.  Some thought they received a payment for a new job, others received an overpayment for something they sold online, and still others received prize money in the mail for a lottery or sweepstakes they had supposedly won.

Regardless of the situation, the scammer’s goal is always the same – to convince you to deposit the fraudulent check and then send some of the money back.

Here are some real examples of scams reported by our customers:

“I got an email asking if I would advertise a company by putting a sticker with their logo [all over] my car.  They sent me a $3500 check and said [to keep a portion and] the extra money in the check was to pay for the person who was going to wrap my car.”

“I got a job to be a secret shopper and they sent me a check for $4950. After I deposited the check, I was supposed to buy gift cards, scratch off the back of the card [to reveal the PIN], and text pictures of the cards back to the company to prove that I had bought the cards. I was also supposed to buy a money order from a different bank and send them a picture.”

“I was selling my car online and I got a cashier’s check from Wells Fargo for more than the asking price. The buyer said the extra money was to pay the person who was going to pick up the car. This didn’t seem right, so I went to the bank to see if the check was real.”

“I got this random check in the mail for winning a lottery, even though I don’t play. The letter that came with it said that I should call the ‘claims agent’ for instructions on what to do with the check. I didn’t feel right about it, so I brought the check into the bank.”

How to help protect yourself

If you’re suspicious about a check you received, ask yourself:

  • Is the check for more than you expected?
  • Did you receive specific instructions on how to deposit the check?
  • Are you asked to send money back using an immediate form of payment such as, a money order, gift card, wire transfer, or mobile payment?
  • Are you directed to act quickly to make the deposit and return the money?
  • Does the person who sent the check keep asking when you’re going to send the money?

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, don’t deposit the check.

Be aware: It can take weeks for a bank to confirm a bad check after it’s deposited and you may be out the amount of the check and any money sent to the scammer.

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Wells Fargo Scam Alert: Thieves using fake bank statement

The latest in a series of scams you may run across this holiday season is a Wells Fargo bank statement scam.

The thieves are posing as the bank asking for a settlement in a false credit.

The scam appears real because the thieves use a Wells Fargo letterhead and begin the letter with an account number and balance due. The letter goes on to offer a payment plan and provides a phone payment option and mail payment option.
The letter even gives a fake customer service number for people to call with questions.

First Coast News took the letter to financial expert Adam Van Wie who says the first giveaway that the letter is fake is the account number.

“It’s so easy to get caught up and want to respond right away because they’re accusing you of something you didn’t do,” Van Wie said.

If you fall victim to a scam and aren’t sure how to retrieve your money, Van Wie said you should contact police and the number on your financial institution.

“The FBI has a cyber security department that you can report to. I’ve actually done it online when I’ve received scams like this,” Van Wie said. “Police could be a decent resource if they have a cyber unit.”

First Coast News also talked with people who say they are more alert and on the lookout for scams during the holiday season.

“Sometimes around the holidays, you’ve got to expect those kinds of things, and be safe and always know that there are some people out there trying to capitalize off these holiday times,” said Jonathan Rodriguez.

NEWS

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. MPD COS

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Media Contacts: Monica Hernandez (DDOT) – 202-671-2261, monica.hernandez@dc.gov

Officer Tisha Gant (MPD) – 202-727-4383

***TRAFFIC ADVISORY***

Street Closings for the 2013 Annual Rock N Roll USA Marathon and Half Marathon 

(Washington, DC) The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has provided the following information about scheduled street closures for the 2013 Rock N Roll USA Marathon and Half Marathon that will be held in the District of Columbia on Saturday, March 16, 2013.

In order to facilitate this event there will be no vehicular traffic allowed along the routes of the races. However, there will be bump routes that will allow vehicles to cross when runners are not present. The races are scheduled to begin at approximately 7:25 a.m.; however some street closures will begin as early as 12:00 a.m. around the start and finish line. All streets affected by this event are expected to be reopened as early as 9:30 a.m., and no later than 2:00 p.m.

Motorists should expect delays during the races.  Citizens who have issues that need resolution or if there are any questions regarding traffic access points during the races are advised to please call 202-727-9099.

The marathons will form at Constitution Avenue, NW, just east of 14th Street, NW. The route of the marathon is as follows:

  • Start on Constitution Avenue, NW just east on 14th Street, NW
  • Right on Virginia Avenue, NW
  • Right on 18th Street, NW
  • Left on E Street, NW
  • Left on Virginia Avenue, NW
  • Right on 19th Street, NW
  • Right on Constitution Avenue, NW
  • Left on 23rd Street, NW
  • Enter Memorial Circle
  • Exit Memorial Circle
  • Arlington Memorial Bridge
  • Left on Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway
  • Merge left on Shoreham Drive, NW
  • Right on Harvard Street, NW
  • Right on 5th Street, NW
  • Merge onto 4th Street, NE
  • Left of Bryant Street, NW
  • Right on North Capitol Street, NW
  • Left on K Street, NE
  • Right on 4th Street, NE
  • Left on H Street, NE
  • Right on 13th Street, NE
  • Left on Constitution Avenue, NE

Full Marathon/Half Marathon Split

Half Marathon Turns ONLY

  • Left on North Capitol Avenue, NE
  • Merge onto C Street, NE
  • Merge right onto 22nd Street, NE
  • Right on East Capitol Street, NE

HALF MARATHON CONCLUDES

FULL MARATHON CONTINUES

  • Right on `14th Street, NE
  • Right on North Carolina NE
  • Left on 13th Street, SE
  • Right on East Capitol Street, SE
  • Right on 11th Street, NE
  • Left on East Capitol Street, NE
  • Right on 2nd Street, NE
  • Left on Constitution Avenue, NE
  • Merge right on Constitution Avenue, NW
  • Merge left on Constitution Avenue, NW
  • Left on 9th Street, NW
  • Right on L’Enfant Plaza
  • U-Turn on L’Enfant Plaza (in front of USPS)
  • Right on 9th Street, SW
  • Left on Maine Avenue, SW
  • Right on 6th Street, SW
  • Left on Water Street, SW
  • Merge onto the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail
  • Merge onto P Street, SW
  • Right on 2nd Street, SW
  • Left on V Street, SW
  • Left on First Street, SW
  • Right on Potomac Avenue, SW
  • Left on South Capitol Street, SW
  • U-Turn on South Capitol Street, SW
  • Cross the Frederick Douglas Bridge
  • Left onto South Capitol Street, SE
  • Left on Douglas bridge access road
  • Right on Anacostia Drive, SE
  • Full loop around Anacostia Park skating Pavilion on Anacostia Drive, SE
  • Left on Nicholson Street, SE
  • Left on Fairlawn Avenue, SE
  • Right on Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
  • Left on L’Enfant Square, SE
  • Left on Minnesota Avenue, SE
  • Right on East Capitol Street, SE on ramp
  • Right on East Capitol Street, SE
  • Merge left onto C Street, SE
  • Merge left onto 22nd Street, NE

MARATHON CONCLUDES

Bump Routes are as follows:

  • 4th and East Capitol Street, NE
  • 6th and East Capitol Street, NE
  • 8th and East Capitol Street, NE
  • 10th and East Capitol Street, NE
  • 8th and H Streets, NE
  • 15th and North Carolina Streets, NE
  • 17th and C Streets, NE

All street closures and listed times are subject to change based upon prevailing or unexpected conditions.

Motorists could encounter possible delays if operating in the vicinity of this event and may wish to consider alternative routes.  The Metropolitan Police Department and the District Department of Transportation remind motorists in the vicinity of this event to proceed with caution as increased pedestrian traffic can be anticipated.

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Visit goDCgo.com for more information on transportation options in the District

CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY AT SHAMROCKFEST ’13 

Event features 40+ bands & DJs on nine stages on RFK Stadium Festival Grounds March 16

 WASHINGTON, D.C.  – ShamrockFest ’13 returns to the RFK Stadium Festival Grounds with a mix of musical legends, hot emerging artists and a jaw-dropping DJ lineup on Saturday, March 16 from 1-9 p.m. With nine stages and over 40 incredible live bands and DJs, ShamrockFest is regarded as one of the most popular St. Patty’s Day parties in America. General and VIP tickets are currently on sale at www.shamrockfest.com.

For eight action-packed hours, shamrock-clad partygoers can enjoy simultaneous live performances featuring rock, reggae, folk and of course Irish music throughout the massive festival area. Irish rock bands scheduled to perform include The Mahones, Carbon Leaf, Celkit, Scythian and the  Fighting Jamesons while the indie band lineup includes Sublime with Rome, In Decision and Lost in Paris and others.

International icons DJ Skribble and BT headline ShamrockFest’s best ever DJ lineup in “Club Shamrock,” a massive party pavilion with plenty of dance space. Also scheduled to spin the turntables are DJ Enferno, Chris Styles and Pat Premier, among others.

With a carnival-style amusement area, huge-tented activity areas, food and craft vendors, an NCAA college hoops viewing tent and an endless supply of that most celebrated St. Patty’s Day beverage – beer, ShamrockFest has something for everyone. One of the crowd favorites, the Irish Village, features authentic Irish entertainers, local pub and restaurant booths and the infamous Shamrock Pub Games.

The RFK Stadium Festival Grounds are easily accessible by Metrorail on the Blue and Orange lines (Stadium-Armory station) and numerous Metrobus lines. On-site parking is also available. 

About Events DC

Events DC, the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, delivers premier event services and flexible venues across the nation’s capital.  Leveraging the power of a world-class destination and creating amazing attendee experiences, Events DC generates economic and community benefits through the attraction and promotion of business, athletic, entertainment and cultural activities. Events DC oversees the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, an anchor of the District’s hospitality and tourism economy that generates over $400 million annually in total economic impact, and the historic Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square. Events DC manages the Stadium-Armory campus, which includes Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium and surrounding Festival Grounds, the non-military functions of the DC Armory and Maloof Skate Park at RFK Stadium.  Events DC also built and now serves as landlord for Nationals Park, the first LEED-certified major professional sports stadium in the United States. For more information, please visit www.eventsdc.com.

Good Afternoon 1D Community,

The Department will celebrate some of its most outstanding achievements with the annual awards ceremony on Thursday, February 28, 2013 form 6pm-9pm at Gallaudet University’s Elstad Auditorium.  Members, community leaders, and partner agencies will be recognized in 30 different categories.  Please plan to attend this special recognition ceremony and help thank these individuals for the service.

Thursday, February 28, 2013 Gallaudet University, 800 Florida Avenue, NE Doors open 6:00pm Ceremony begins @ 7:00pm

Mark your Calendars, Tell your Neighbors, Bring your Friends.  See You There

Fayette Vaughn-Lee

MPD Community Outreach

fayette.vaughn-lee@dc.gov

President Barack Obama’s State of the Union Address

 On Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 9:00 p.m., the President will deliver the State of the Union address before a Joint Session of Congress in the U.S. Capitol Building.

Restricted Access – Capitol Square

The Capitol Square will be restricted to event credentialed and authorized pedestrians only beginning at 6:00p.m. on Tuesday, February 12, 2013.

Road Closures

The U.S. Capitol Police will put the following road closures (affecting vehicular traffic) into effect on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. and will lift these restrictions when this event has concluded:

• North Side of Capitol Square

o D Street, NE between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW

o C Street, NE between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW

o Constitution Avenue between 2nd Street, NE & Louisiana Avenue, NW

o Delaware Avenue between Columbus Circle & Constitution Avenue, NE

o New Jersey Avenue, NW between Louisiana Avenue, & Constitution Avenue,

NW

o Pennsylvania Avenue between 1st Street, & 3rd Street, NW

o East Capitol Street between 2nd Street, & 1st Street, NE/SE

o 1st Street between Columbus Circle, NE & C Street, SE

o 1st Street between Louisiana Avenue, NW & Washington Avenue, SW

o 2nd Street NE between Constitution Avenue & East Capitol Street NE

• South Side of Capitol Square

o Maryland Avenue, SW between 1st Street, & 3rd Street, SW

o Independence Avenue between 2nd Street, SE & Washington Avenue, SW

o C Street between 1st Street, SE & Washington Avenue, SW

o Delaware Avenue between Washington Avenue, SW & C Street, SW

o New Jersey Avenue between Independence Avenue, & D Street, SE

o South Capitol Street between Independence Avenue & D Street, SE/SW

Capitol Tours

Public and staff-led tours will be suspended at noon on Tuesday, February 12, 2013. The  Capitol Visitor Center (CVC) will also close at noon. However, visitors with gallery passes may  continue to enter via the CVC main entrance. Both House and Senate Galleries will remain  open until 5:30pm, or until the respective body recesses; whichever is later. Tours will resume  on a normal operational schedule on Wednesday, February 13, 2013.Tour Buses

Tour buses will be allowed to drop off and pick up in Peace Circle and Garfield Circle until  4:30pm.

If there are any questions about these events or security procedures, please contact the United States Capitol Police Public Information Office at 202-224-1677.

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Guarding Against Robbery and Assault

Robbery and assault are serious crimes. While money is often the motivation, these incidents are considered crimes of violence because they involve the threat or actual use of physical violence. The basic rules of prevention are to be sensible and to be alert. The following tips will also help reduce the risk of robbery or assault.
Personal Safety Tips on the Street
If possible, don’t walk alone during late-night hours. Walk in groups whenever you can—there is always safety in numbers.
Let a family member or friend know your destination and your estimated time of arrival or return. That way, the police can be notified as quickly as possible if there is a problem.
Stay in well-lit areas as much as possible. Avoid alleys, vacant lots, wooded areas, and other short-cuts or secluded areas. They are usually not well-lit or heavily traveled.
Walk on the sidewalk whenever possible. Walk close to the curb, avoiding doorways, bushes, and other potential hiding places.
If you have to walk in the street, walk facing traffic. A person walking with traffic can be followed, forced into a car, and abducted more easily than a person walking against traffic.
Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Don’t stop to talk to strangers.
Wear clothing and shoes that give you freedom of movement. And don’t burden yourself with too many packages or items.
Always be aware of your surroundings. If you are wearing headphones, don’t turn up the volume so high that you cannot hear outside noises.
Never hitchhike or accept rides from strangers.
Report any suspicious activity or person immediately to the Metropolitan Police Department at 202 727-9099. Or, if it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
Avoid carrying large sums of cash, or displaying expensive jewelry in public.

Basic Street Smarts
Wherever you are—on the street, in an office building or shopping mall, driving, waiting for a bus or subway—stay alert and tuned in to your surroundings.
Send the message that you’re calm, confident, and know where you’re going.
Trust your instincts. If something or someone makes you uneasy, avoid the person or leave.
Know the neighborhoods where you live and work.
Check out the locations of police and fire stations, public telephones, hospitals, and restaurants, or stores that are open late.

If Someone Tries to Rob You
Don’t resist. Give up your property—don’t give up your life.
Report the crime to the police. Try to describe the attacker accurately. Your actions can help prevent others from becoming victims.

Self- defense measures are most effective when applied as preventive steps—avoiding the crime in the first place.

These measures include running away, hiding, screaming, and raising an alarm—remember, more people will respond to someone yelling “Fire” than they will to “Help!””

Reversible Lane Operations to Apply on Emancipation Day Holiday, Monday April 16
Rush-Hour Parking Restrictions Will Also Be Enforced

(Washington, D.C.) The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced it plans to maintain its reversible lane operations during the Emancipation Day Holiday on Monday, April 16. In addition, rush hour parking restrictions will be enforced.

Emancipation Day is a legal holiday in the District, however Federal Government and many private sector offices will be open. To manage the expected volume of traffic, DDOT will run reversible lane operations for a typical weekday on the following roadways:
Connecticut Avenue, NW between Legation Street and Woodley Road
16th Street, NW between Arkansas Avenue and Irving Street
Canal Road between Chain Bridge and Foxhall Road
Independence Avenue between 4th Street, SW and 2nd Street, SE
Rock Creek Parkway (controlled by the National Park service)

Rush hour parking restrictions will also be enforced on Monday, April 16, from 7 to 9:30 am and from 4 to 6:30 pm. Vehicles violating these restrictions will be ticketed and towed. The Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced that other parking regulations, including expired meters, residential parking and street sweeping, will be suspended for the holiday.

Additionally, the Nationals will play Sunday, April 15 and Monday, April 16, so parking enforcement will occur both days in the Nationals Park neighborhood.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Media Contact: Monica Hernandez – 202-671-2261, monica.hernandez@dc.gov
***TRAFFIC ADVISORY***
Weekend Lane Closures Planned For New York Avenue Between Penn Street and Florida Avenue

(Washington, D.C.) The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced starting Saturday, April 14, 2012 motorists will encounter single lane conditions on New York Avenue between Penn Street and Florida Avenue in northeast Washington D.C. These activities will be required to accommodate work associated with the New York Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project.

The single lane conditions for eastbound (outbound) and westbound (inbound) New York Avenue will occur between 5 am and 2 pm on Saturday, April 14, 2012.

DDOT encourages all motorists to use alternative routes and Stay Alert and follow all signs as they travel through this corridor.
Information about the New York Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project is available on the project website at http://www.fixingnewyorkave.com. For construction alerts and updates, follow the project on Twitter, @NYAve411.
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For additional traffic advisories please visit DDOT’s Traffic Alerts page or visit goDCgo.com for more information on transportation options in the District

MEDIA ADVISORY: FCC CHAIRMAN JULIUS GENACHOWSKI TO BE JOINED BY SENATOR CHARLES E. SCHUMER, D.C. MAYOR VINCENT GRAY, MAJOR CITY POLICE CHIEFS & WIRELESS INDUSTRY TO UNVEIL NEW INITIATIVES TO PROTECT CONSUMERS AND CURB SMARTPHONE DEVICE AND DATA THEFT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NEWS MEDIA CONTACT:

April 9, 2012 Neil Grace: 202-418-0506 Email: Neil.Grace@fcc.gov

FCC CHAIRMAN JULIUS GENACHOWSKI TO BE JOINED BY SENATOR CHARLES E. SCHUMER, D.C. MAYOR VINCENT GRAY, MAJOR CITY POLICE CHIEFS & WIRELESS INDUSTRY TO UNVEIL NEW INITIATIVES TO PROTECT CONSUMERS AND CURB SMARTPHONE DEVICE AND DATA THEFT
Washington, D.C. – On Tuesday April 10, 2012, FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski will be joined by Sen. Charles E. Schumer, police chiefs of major cities and representatives from the wireless industry to announce new efforts to stem the growing problem of smartphone thefts.

WHAT:

FCC Chairman Genachowski and Sen. Schumer will deliver remarks. Mayor Gray, Commissioner Kelly, Chief Lanier, Chief Ramsey, Chief Taborn and Chief Mitchell will also speak briefly.

WHO:

Charles E. Schumer, Senator (D-NY)

Julius Genachowski, Chairman, FCC

Vincent Gray, Mayor, Washington, D.C.

Ray Kelly, Commissioner, New York Police Department

Cathy Lanier, Chief, Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia

David Mitchell, Chief, University of Maryland Department of Public Safety

Charles Ramsey, Commissioner, Philadelphia Police Department

Michael Taborn, Chief, Metro Transit Police Department

Christopher Guttman-McCabe, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, CTIA

WHEN:

10:00 AM Eastern

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

WHERE:

John A. Wilson Building- Room G-9

1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20004

ONLINE:

The event will also broadcast live online at http://www.fcc.gov/live.
PRESS:
For FCC media inquiries, contact Press Secretary Neil Grace at neil.grace@fcc.gov or 202-418-0506. For DC MPD media inquiries, contact Communications Director Gwendolyn

Crump at gwendolyn.crump@dc.gov or 202-727-9346.

– FCC –
For more news and information about the FCC please visit: http://www.fcc.gov

As the weather gets better and with gas prices up, We all need to be aware and watch out for Pedestrians, Cyclists, Mopeds, SegWays and Motorcycles.

From the Metropolitan Police Department Website:-

Share the Road: Tips for Drivers, Cyclists, and Pedestrians

On average, 265 bicycle and 600 pedestrian crashes are reported to the Metropolitan Police Department each year in the District of Columbia. Approximately 2,700 pedestrians and bicyclists are injured every year in the Washington region, and 89 are killed. Pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities accounted for 23% of the total traffic fatalities in the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland and northern Virginia from 2004-2008. What’s disappointing is that many of these fatalities could have been avoided. By exercising some caution and extending some common courtesies, future tragedies can be avoided. The following tips should help drivers, bikers and walkers share the road and get where they’re going safely.

Pedestrian Safety is a Two-Way Street*

Share the Road*
Behaviors motorists and walkers should avoid and fines for associated violations.

Tips for Drivers
Drivers are reminded to turn on vehicle headlights at dusk and be vigilant in looking out for cyclists and pedestrians. Additionally, drivers should:

Stop for pedestrians at crosswalks.

Slow down and obey the posted speed limit. Yield to pedestrians and cyclists when turning.

Look before opening your door.

Be careful when passing stopped vehicles.

Allow three feet when passing bicyclists.

Tips for Cyclists
When travelling on city streets, cyclists should follow the same rules of the road as motorized vehicles. This means stopping at stop signs; obeying traffic signals and lane markings; and using hand signals to let others know your intention to stop or turn. Furthermore, cyclists are advised to be aware of their surroundings:

Don’t wear headphones; you need to be able to hear if a car is approaching.

Slow down and check for oncoming traffic before entering any street or intersection

Do your best to anticipate hazards and adjust your position in traffic accordingly.

Be predictable: ride with the flow of traffic, on the right, and in a straight line – not in and out of parked cars on the side of the street.
Be visible and wear the proper protective gear. DC law mandates that riders under 16 are required to wear a helmet while cycling in the District of Columbia, but it’s a good idea for bikers of any age. Make eye contact with motorists to let them know you are there (but don’t always expect them to see you). And stay visible by riding where drivers are looking (i.e., do not pass on the right). Bicyclist should be particularly mindful of their visibility to other vehicles in the evening, especially when biking during rush hour or later. Legally, cyclists must have a front white light and a red rear reflector and/or a rear red light.

Get more Smart Bicycling Tips from Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA)

Get cycling tips and hand signals from the Street Smart Campaign

Tips for Walkers and Runners
Whether you’re going for an afternoon stroll, commuting to work on foot, or getting some exercise, walking and running are great activities. However, it’s importing to pay attention. When walking or exercising, especially in the early morning or at dusk or dark, pedestrians should keep the following tips in mind:

MPD encourages walkers to use signaled crosswalks when possible. Use extreme caution when crossing at intersections without signals.
Look both ways before crossing the street.

Never run between cars into the street.

Wear clothing that allows drivers and people to see you. That means no dark clothes after dark or early in the morning.
Exercising outdoors at dusk or at night can be dangerous without some type of reflective device on your clothing. Many athletic shoes have reflective qualities built in, but also consider a vest complete with reflective tape.

Keep alert! Dawn and dusk offer convenient shadows for muggers and other crooks.

Runners are also reminded to ALWAYS carry identification with them when they go out. If carrying a license seems too inconvenient, please consider purchasing an identification bracelet or tag for your shoe. New products designed especially for runners, bikers and other athletes have recently come on the market. A simple internet search for “identification bracelet” will provide numerous results.

Get more safety tips for walkers and runners

Report Aggressive Driving
Aggressive driving is a combination of unsafe and unlawful actions that demonstrate a conscious and willful disregard for safety. The following offenses are included: running red lights and stop signs; following too closely, or tailgating; changing lanes unsafely; failing to yield the right of way; improper passing; and speeding. And aggressive driving is against the law.

Aggressive drivers may target bikers as well as drivers of other motorized vehicles. It’s in everyone’s best interest to avoid an aggressive driver rather than to engage him or her. Bikers can do that by getting out of their way and steering clear of them on the road; staying relaxed – remember, reaching your destination safely and calmly is your goal; not challenging them; avoiding eye contact; and ignoring rude gestures.

Whether you’re on a bicycle or in a car, you should report aggressive driving if you see it. Police will need to know the following information:

Description of Vehicle (color, make, model, license plate state, and license plate number).
Description of driver (sex, race, age, hair color, height, weight).

Location of incident.

Date and time of incident.

Description of what happened.

If you’re willing to be a witness, be sure to provide your name, address and phone number.

Learn more about aggressive driving by visiting the Smooth Operator webpage.

Below tips from the web

Motorcycle Safety Tips

Be smart and safe by following some basic motorcycle safety tips.
Get Ready for Riding Season
Before you hit the road after a long winter, give your bike the once-over.
Test the lights, brakes, and turn signals.
Check the oil and fuel levels.
Make sure the mirrors are positioned correctly.
Check the cables to make sure they aren’t worn or frayed.
Lube the chain and adjust it according to the manufacturer’s specs.
Try a rider-training course to brush up on your skills.

Invest in Good Gear

When you’re on the open road, there’s not much between you and the pavement. Wearing tough gear is always a smart move.
Pick a high-quality helmet that fits well. If it doesn’t have a face shield, pair it up with goggles or glasses with safety lenses.
Use safety as your excuse to shell out for that leather jacket. Get the pants while you’re at it. (We know black and bikes are a perfect match, but a bright color will help other drivers see you better.)
Wear durable non-slip gloves.
Invest in boots or sneakers that cover your ankles.

When You’re Out on the Road

Let’s be honest: There’s a lot of stuff out there that’s bigger than your bike. But there’s a lot you can do to help keep yourself safe while riding.
Always wear a helmet that fits right. Pick one that has the DOT label, which shows that it meets federal safety standards.
Know your bike’s limits.
Stick to the speed limit.
Don’t tailgate other vehicles.
Use your signals.
Be respectful of other drivers. Don’t weave through traffic or drive on the shoulder.
Make sure other drivers can see you. Don’t ride in blind spots and always use your headlights.
Brake smart. Use both brakes at the same time, slow and steady

FTO K. A. Sodimu.

(FTO – Field Training Officer)

M. P. D. C.

4TH District.

P S A. – 401

202-715-7400 -Station.

kayode.sodimu@dc.gov

Learn From Yesterday, Live For Today, Hope For Tomorrow.

When The World Says ” Give Up” Hope Whispers, ”Try It One More Time” .

Preventing terrorism is everybody’s business.

If you SEE something, SAY something.

Call the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or email at SAR@DC.GOV to report suspicious activity or behavior that has already occurred.

Call 911 to report in-progress threats or emergencies.

5th and D Street Robbery

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. MPD Information, News Release and Statements

From: Godin, Daniel(MPD)
Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2012 11:18 AM
To: Saunders, Mark (MPD)
Subject:

On February 16, 2012 at approximately 11:00 PM in the area of the 500 block of D Street NE, two citizens were approached by three black male suspects who produced a handgun and demanded their property. The suspects were described as black males between the ages of 18-22, that were thin in build and were last seen in the area ofthe 500 block of D Street NE.

On February 16, 2012 at approximately 8:25 PM in the area of the 600 block of 6th Street NE, a citizen was approached by a black male suspect described as between the ages of 48-52, 5’6 and dark complexion, who stated that hehad a handgun and demanded money from the citizen.

Currently Officers and Detectives are working diligently to close these two robberies.There is currently additional manpower and resources in the area, to includethe light tower which will be deployed.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at (202) 727-9099. Anonymous information may also be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINEby text messaging to 50411. Additionally, please call 911 if you observe suspicious persons or activities.

Daniel Godin

Acting Lieutenant PSA 104

Metropolitan Police Department

101 M StreetSW, Washington D.C. 20024

MPD announces the arrests of suspects in armed robbery spree

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. News Release and Statements

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Gwendolyn Crump 202-727-4383

February 15, 2012

MPD announces the arrests of suspects in armed robbery spree

(Washington, DC)- Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department announced today the arrests of two adult suspects who are believed to be responsible for multiple armed robberies in the District of Columbia.

The robberies occurred on the night of Monday, February 13, 2012 and continued into the morning hours of Tuesday, February 14, 2012. The locations of these robberies were in the Third, Fifth and Seventh Districts in the 1400 Block of First Street NW, 1900 block 11th Street NW and the 3700 block Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, SE respectively.

The suspects’ vehicle was a grey 1995 Lincoln Town car bearing DC tags. During the robberies, the suspects took US currency, cell phones, clothing and other property from victims.

On Tuesday, February 14, 2012, police arrested27-year-old Aaron Walker and 24-year-old Shadonna Fate. These arrests follow two significant arrests of additional suspects who were both apprehended within the last five days in connection with multiple armed robberies and car jackings.

Anyone who has information regarding these crimes should call police at202-727-9099. Additionally information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.

The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $10,000to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any robbery committed in the District of Columbia.

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Attack of Unarmed Store Security Officer at Rite Aid ends in Conviction

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. 1D Crime Report, Community Outreach USADC

DeVino Harding, 52, of Washington, D.C., has been convicted by a jury of charges stemming
from an attack on an unarmed security officer who was working at a Northeast Washington drug
store.

Harding was convicted November 8, 2011, following a trial in the Superior Court of the District
of Columbia, of charges of assault with a dangerous weapon, assault with significant bodily
injury, possession of a prohibited weapon, threats, and destruction of property. A sentencing
date has not yet been set before the Honorable Anthony C. Epstein.

According to the government’s evidence, on December 19, 2010, at approximately 6 p.m., the
victim was working as an unarmed loss prevention officer at a Rite-Aid store in the 800 block of
H Street NE. The victim saw a couple of young men enter the store wearing ski masks and asked
them to remove their masks.

Harding, who was in the store, accused the officer of harassing the men. The officer asked
Harding to stop shouting. Then, when Harding threatened him, the officer asked him to leave.
Once outside, Harding swung a stick at the officer, who was standing in the doorway. Harding
missed the officer, but he struck the store’s glass front door, causing the glass to shatter and his
stick to break. Harding then pulled out a knife and stabbed the officer in the abdomen.

The officer attempted to flee, but Harding caught him and stabbed him in the leg. The officer
was able to grab a portion of the broken stick and used it to defend himself. He struck Harding
in the mouth with the stick, and again tried to flee. Once again Harding caught up to him,
however. The officer fell, and Harding got on top of him and stabbed him two more times, in the
back. Harding left the scene shortly before police began arriving.

Two witnesses flagged down police, and took officers to a nearby home where they had seen
Harding flee. Officers went to that house, and Harding came to the door. The officers found a
large knife inside Harding’s pocket.

National Crime Prevention Month Updated

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. MPD COS

Remaining Events Planned for National Crime Prevention Month- Also, see the attached list from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, as well as the below, October 24th Event with the Community College of DC, MPD and the DC Dept of Employment Services.

October 2011

October 1st- National Crime Prevention Council Unveiled the New Look of McGruff the Crime Dog© to Law Enforcement Agencies Around the Country.

October 3rd- Mayor/Police Chief Welcome 35 New Police Recruits. Metropolitan Police Academy, Washington, DC.
See “Employment Opportunities” at http://www.mpdc.dc.gov (Applications are being accepted for 265 more officers. Website to be updated asap)

October 4th- Sr. Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association Mtg Re: Volunteer Recruitment, 9am, DC Office on Aging, 441 4th St, NW.

October 4th- Start of the MPD Reserve Corps (Fall Class). To join or to learn more about MPD’s Volunteer Programs, download the brochure by visiting: http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/lib/mpdc/pdf/mpd_vol_programs.pdf
or contact Marvin.Haiman@dc.gov

October 4th thru 28th- Citywide School Presentations with McGruff the Crime Dog©  Re: Halloween Safety.

October 5th- Safety information to the DC Office on Aging to distribute safety information to DC’s Senior Population.

October 11th- Citywide Neighborhood Watch Training, http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/NeighborhoodWatch Second Police District, 3320 Idaho Ave, NW, Nolantutor@yahoo.com or http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/NeighborhoodWatch (Note: This training is ongoing and will take place around the city in the coming months.)

October 11th- Safety Seminar for Howard University Students, Marco.Santiago@dc.gov (3D)

October 14th- New Consumer Protection Information Provided on MPD’s Safety Tips Website: http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/cwp/view,a,1237,q,543154,mpdcNav_GID,1547.asp

October 15th- PSA 504, 10am, Understanding Crime Reporting, Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov (5D)

October 15th- First Amendment Rallies & Marches. (Downtown Washington) Patrols Detailed to Monitor Safety & Compliance.

October 15th- MPD Reserve Corps Celebrates 60th Anniversary, 1pm, Metropolitan Police Academy, 4665 Blue Plains Drive, SW, Auditorium, Business Casual Attire, Reception to Follow, Marvin.Haiman@dc.gov, 202-437-8039. (Open to the Public)

October 16th- National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Ride & Run to Remember.  Volunteers Needed.  Registration for participants end on Sat, Oct 15th.  For more information: http://support.nleomf.org/site/PageServer?pagename=LawEnforcementRideandRun_home  (Must Register)

October 16th- National Mall (MLK Memorial Dedication Ceremony): Patrols Detailed to Monitor Safety & Compliance.
Traffic Advisory: http://ddot.dc.gov/DC/DDOT/On+Your+Street/Traffic+Management/Live+Traffic+Reports

October 17th- Traffic Advisory 3900 Block of Alton Place, NW (8:30am – 1pm) Heavy Traffic Expected.  Traffic Safety Patrols Assigned.

October 18th- Domestic Violence Presentation by the US Atty’s Office- 5101 16th St, NW (4D)

October 19th- PSA 501, 7pm, Understanding Crime Reporting, Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov, (5D)

October 19th- Court Watch Meeting: Learn how cases are processed through the courts and how community impact statements can help address the judge overseeing the case of a violent offender. 6:30pm, Fifth District Station, 1805 Bladensburg, Rd, NE, khenderson029@aol.com (Open to the Public)

October 20th- Fourth District Citizen Advisory Council Mtg, US Atty’s Office, Domestic Violence Presentation, 4D Station, Derek.Staten@dc.gov (4D)

October 21st – 23rd- All Hands on Deck, Metropolitan Police Department, Gwendolyn.Crump@dc.gov http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/AHOD (Citywide Effort)

October 22nd- Citywide Domestic Violence Awareness Summit, 9am, Matthews Memorial Baptist Church, 2616 M. L. King Jr, Ave, SE (Breakfast & Lunch Served), Childcare also provided., 9am, Lendia.Johnson@dc.gov  (Open to the Public)

October 22nd- Community Safety Bike Ride on Met Branch Trail with MPD’s Mountain Bike Officers, 10am – noon. More information to come to Met Branch Trail and 5D YahooGroups sites or see Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov, 202-698-0188 (Open to the Public)

October 24th- 7pm, Community Discussion with Neighborhood Leaders, Community College of DC, MPD & DOES- National Crime Prevention Month Discussion on Suggested Courses and Locations around the city for the Community College of DC, Location: Department of Employment Services Bldg, 4058 Minnesota Ave, NE (Next to Minnesota Ave Metro Station) (Metro Multi-level Parking Garage directly behind bldg), Neighborhood Watch Manuals & Other Giveaways Provided. Don’t miss this chance to talk to members of the University of the District of Columbia on the educational needs in your community. (Refreshments Served.) More information: Yvonne.Smith@dc.gov  (Open to the Public)

October 27th- Fifth District Citizen Advisory Council Annual Public Safety Awards Gala to Honor Officers, Community Leaders and Recognition of Recent Loss of Officer Jelani Prather, 6:30pm, Washington Navy Yard. JamoJam@msn.com Mr. James Berry (5D)

October 26th- Second District Station, Idaho Avenue, Burglary Prevention Presentation, 7pm, Rhonda.Hardy@dc.gov (2D)

October 28th- US Atty’s Office Halloween Safe Haven, CarolynL.smith@dc.gov (1D)

October 29th- Friday (6-9pm) Halloween Party for Children (12 & under), Second District Station, Idaho Avenue, Rhonda.Hardy@dc.gov (2D)

October 29th – 31st- Fifth District Annual Halloween Safe Haven Event, Arboretum Recreation Center, 6-8:30pm, (5D)
Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov (5D)

October 29th- Sixth District Halloween Kiddie Cabaret, 1pm, Boys & Girls Club (Next to Sixth District Main Station) 4103 Benning Road, NE 202-698-1315, Officer Larry Martin (Larry.Martin@dc.gov) (6D)

October 30th – 31st- First District’s Halloween Safe Haven Events & Renown Haunted House. 5-8pm, 101 M. St, SW, CarolynL.smith@dc.gov (1D)

October 31st- Fourth District Station’s Halloween Safe Haven Party and Dance Presentation by Culture Shock. 6-9pm, Location: TBA, Derek.Staten@dc.gov (4D)

October 31st- Third District Station (1620 V Street, NW) & Park View Rec Center Halloween Safe Haven Events. Marco.Santiago@dc.gov, 6-8pm, (3D)

October 31st- Sixth District Annual Halloween Celebration for Children (ages 5 – 12) Costume Parade and Candy Party. Boys & Girls Club (Next to Sixth District Main Station) 4103 Benning Road, NE, 5pm, 202-698-1315, Officer Larry Martin (Larry.Martin@dc.gov) (6D)

October 31st- Seventh District’s Haunted House and Halloween Safe Haven Block Party for Families. Lendia.Johnson@dc.gov, (7D)

Open House- Special Liaison Division- the Special Liaison Division is a compilation of specialized units with special-trained officers, prepared to assist the following populations with public safety matters: Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Latino, Asian, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender. Date, Time and Location of Open House to be Announced. For more information, contact Edward.Delgado@dc.gov

This calendar will be updated regularly and reminders will be sent out.

Thank you.  (U.S. Attorney’s Office Crime Prevention Month Schedule Attached)

Join Mayor Vincent C. Gray, Councilmembers, and many others at the “Full Democracy Freedom Rally and March”
Saturday, October 15 @9:30 a.m. on Freedom Plaza (13th & Pennsylvania Avenue, NW)

“PeterBugAffair”

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. Upcoming Events

Friendsof Watkins-Buchannan

 

Presenta

 

“PeterBugAffair”

 

ALONGWITH THE SE CENTER REUNION (Arthur Capper) COMMITTEE

 

 

 

Bug-0-ween

 

SaturdayOctober 29, 2011

 

8pm-1am

 

 

 

EasternMarket’s North Hall

 

225 – 7th Street SE

 

 

 

Admission:  $15 in advance

 

$20 atthe door

 

 

 

Step back in time dressed inyour favorite decade attire or Halloween costume. Free yourself from life’sstresses by dancing to your favorite tunes of past decades through today. Ifyou need to let your hair down for just one evening, then come join us forHalloween (BUG-O-WEEN) on the Hill.

 

 

 

Prizesfor Best Costume or Decades Attire

 

FIRST PLACE

 

SECONDPLACE

 

THIRD PLACE

 

 

 

Refreshments

 

 

 

Fortickets contact

 

PeterBug202-689-4549   Sandra 301-775-7643

 

secenterreunion@gmail.com

Shooting at 11th & H NE

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. News Release and Statements

At this early stage of the investigation, there is limited information that can be released.

At about 4:50 a.m. MPD units responded to 11 & H Streets NE for the report of a shooting. Upon their arrival they discovered an adult male gunshot victim, who was transported to the hospital and admitted in critical condition. As more releaseable information becomes available we will post it to the list serve. As always. we are seeking assistance from the community concerning this offense.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at(202) 727-9099 or

1-888-919-CRIME (1-888-919-2746).

Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted toDC CRIME SOLVERS at 1-800-673-2777and to the department’s TEXT TIP LINEby text messaging 50411. If the information provided by the caller to the Crime Solvers Unit leads to an arrest and indictment, that caller will be eligible for a reward of up to$1,000.

Crime Report 92111

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. 1D Crime Report

This report contains Part I serious offenses reported in the First District, broken down by PSA, in a 24-hour period. If you experience any computer problems with viewing this data, please reply to this message and explain the problem. See key at the bottom of the page.

PSA: 102
CCN: 11137940
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft F/Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 4TH ST NE & G ST NE
LOCATION: Street/Highway/Road
START DT: 09/19/2011
START TM: 23:00:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 06:30:00
——————————

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PSA: 102
CCN: 11137990
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft F/Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 600 B/O A ST NE
LOCATION: Street/Highway/Road
START DT: 09/19/2011
START TM: 18:00:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 06:45:00
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11137977
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft F/Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 8TH ST NE & MASSACHUSETTS AVE NE
LOCATION: Street/Highway/Road
START DT: 09/19/2011
START TM: 21:00:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 07:45:00
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11138066
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft F/Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 500 B/O D ST NE
LOCATION: Street/Highway/Road
START DT: 09/20/2011
START TM: 11:15:00
END DT:
END TM:
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11138078
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft
METHOD:
BLOCK: 800 B/O 14TH ST NE
LOCATION: Residence/Home
START DT: 09/19/2011
START TM: 19:30:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 07:30:00
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11138331
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft
METHOD:
BLOCK: 400 B/O E ST NE
LOCATION: Sidewalk
START DT: 09/20/2011
START TM: 15:15:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 19:00:00
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11138333
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft
METHOD:
BLOCK: 600 B/O L ST NE
LOCATION: Residence/Home
START DT: 09/19/2011
START TM: 11:00:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 11:15:00
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11138336
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Robbery
METHOD:
BLOCK: 700 B/O MARYLAND AVE NE
LOCATION: Sidewalk
START DT: 09/20/2011
START TM: 21:20:00
END DT: 09/20/2011
END TM: 21:25:00
——————————————-
PSA: 105
CCN: 11138037
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Stolen Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: Unit B/O L ST SE
LOCATION: Service Station
START DT: 07/16/2011
START TM: 18:00:00
END DT: 09/09/2011
END TM: 12:50:00
——————————————-
PSA: 105
CCN: 11138038
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Stolen Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: Unit B/O L ST SE
LOCATION: Service Station
START DT: 08/05/2011
START TM: 18:00:00
END DT: 09/09/2011
END TM: 11:45:00
——————————————-
PSA: 105
CCN: 11138039
RPT DATE: 09/20/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Stolen Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: Unit B/O L ST SE
LOCATION: Service Station
START DT: 07/14/2011
START TM: 17:30:00
END DT: 09/09/2011
END TM: 11:50:00
——————————————-
KEY:

PSA – The Police District (first number=District) and area or police beat where the incident occurred.

CCN – The Complaint Number for the incident.

RPT DATE – Date the incident was reported to Police.

SHIFT – Estimated tour of duty crime occurred. DAY=Day EVN=Evening MID=Midnight

OFFENSE – Crime Classification.

METHOD – Subcategory of the Crime or the Degree (i.e. Burglary 2 = 2nd Degree Burglary, meaning Burglar not in contact with the victim.)

BLOCK – Block where the crime occurred.

LOCATION – General description of location where crime occurred.

START DT – Earliest date the incident could have occurred.

START TM – Earliest time the incident could have occurred.

END DT – Latest date the incident could have occurred.

END TM – Latest time the incident could have occurred.

ADW – Assault With A Deadly Weapon

F&V – Force and Violence

PBS – Pocketbook Snatch

P/P – Pickpocket

Crime Report 91411

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. 1D Crime Report

Wed, Sep 14, 2011 at 10:00 AM

This report contains Part I serious offenses reported in the First District, broken down by PSA, in a 24-hour period. If you experience any computer problems with viewing this data, please reply to this message and explain the problem. See key at the bottom of the page.

PSA: 101
CCN: 11134138
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: ADW
METHOD:
BLOCK: 1200 B/O NORTH CAPITOL ST
LOCATION: Public Housing
START DT: 09/13/2011
START TM: 00:20:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 00:25:00
——————————

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PSA: 101
CCN: 11134273
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft
METHOD:
BLOCK: 1300 B/O G ST NW
LOCATION: Specialty Store
START DT: 09/13/2011
START TM: 10:45:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 10:50:00
——————————————-
PSA: 101
CCN: 11134627
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Robbery
METHOD:
BLOCK: 800 B/O 5TH ST NW
LOCATION: Sidewalk
START DT: 09/13/2011
START TM: 21:15:00
END DT:
END TM:
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11134159
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft F/Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 900 B/O F ST NE
LOCATION: Street/Highway/Road
START DT: 09/12/2011
START TM: 12:30:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 01:44:00
——————————————-
PSA: 102
CCN: 11134361
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Stolen Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 800 B/O 5TH ST NE
LOCATION: Street/Highway/Road
START DT: 09/12/2011
START TM: 22:00:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 12:45:00
——————————————-
PSA: 103
CCN: 11134345
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft F/Auto
METHOD:
BLOCK: 1800 B/O BENNING RD NE
LOCATION: Specialty Store
START DT: 09/10/2011
START TM: 16:45:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 13:30:00
——————————————-
PSA: 106
CCN: 11134594
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: Theft
METHOD:
BLOCK: 600 B/O PENNSYLVANIA AVE SE
LOCATION: Specialty Store
START DT: 09/13/2011
START TM: 20:20:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 20:25:00
——————————————-
PSA: 107
CCN: 11134599
RPT DATE: 09/13/2011
SHIFT:
OFFENSE: ADW
METHOD:
BLOCK: 1300 B/O SOUTH CAROLINA AVE SE
LOCATION: Residence/Home
START DT: 09/13/2011
START TM: 20:15:00
END DT: 09/13/2011
END TM: 20:25:00
——————————————-
KEY:

PSA – The Police District (first number=District) and area or police beat where the incident occurred.

CCN – The Complaint Number for the incident.

RPT DATE – Date the incident was reported to Police.

SHIFT – Estimated tour of duty crime occurred. DAY=Day EVN=Evening MID=Midnight

OFFENSE – Crime Classification.

METHOD – Subcategory of the Crime or the Degree (i.e. Burglary 2 = 2nd Degree Burglary, meaning Burglar not in contact with the victim.)

BLOCK – Block where the crime occurred.

LOCATION – General description of location where crime occurred.

START DT – Earliest date the incident could have occurred.

START TM – Earliest time the incident could have occurred.

END DT – Latest date the incident could have occurred.

END TM – Latest time the incident could have occurred.

ADW – Assault With A Deadly Weapon

F&V – Force and Violence

PBS – Pocketbook Snatch

P/P – Pickpocket

Office of Community Outreach Announcement October

First District Police Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. MPD COS

Please take a look at the October Calendar, which includes upcoming events, related to National Crime Prevention Month.  In addition, you will begin seeing safety information in the morning Crime Reports, consistent with recently-reported crimes from around the city to help you avoid being the victim to similar crimes.  As always, thank you for being the extra eyes and ears in our community.  We appreciate your membership and ask that you share this information with others.

Office of Community Outreach
Metropolitan Police Department
http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/CommunityOutreach
http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/YahooGroups
http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/NeighborhoodWatch

October

2011

October 1st- National Crime Prevention Council Unveiled the New Look of McGruff the Crime Dog© to Law Enforcement Agencies Around the Country.

October 3rd- Mayor/Police Chief Welcome 35 New Police Recruits.  Metropolitan Police Academy, Washington, DC.
See “Employment Opportunities” at http://www.mpdc.dc.gov  (Applications are being accepted for 265 more officers.  Website to be updated asap)

October 4th- Sr. Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association Mtg Re: Volunteer Recruitment, 9am, DC Office on Aging, 441 4th St, NW.

October 4th- Start of the MPD Reserve Corps (Fall Class).  To join or to learn more about MPD’s Volunteer Programs, download the brochure by visiting: http://mpdc.dc.gov/mpdc/lib/mpdc/pdf/mpd_vol_programs.pdf
or contact Marvin.Haiman@dc.gov

October

4th thru 28th- Citywide School Presentations with McGruff the Crime Dog© Re: Halloween Safety.

October 5th- Safety information to the DC Office on Aging to distribute safety information to DC’s Senior Population.

October 11th- Citywide Neighborhood Watch Training, http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/NeighborhoodWatch Second Police District, 3320 Idaho Ave, NW, Nolantutor@yahoo.com or http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/NeighborhoodWatch (Note: This training is ongoing and will take place around the city in the coming months.)

October 11th- Safety Seminar for Howard University Students, Marco.Santiago@dc.gov  (3D)

October 15th- PSA 504, 10am, Understanding Crime Reporting, Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov (5D)

October 18th- Domestic Violence Presentation by the US Atty’s Office- 5101 16th St, NW (4D)

October 19th- PSA 501, 7pm, Understanding Crime Reporting, Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov, (5D)

October 19th- Court Watch Meeting: Learn how cases are processed through the courts and how community impact statements can help address the judge overseeing the case of a violent offender.  6:30pm, Fifth District Station, 1805 Bladensburg, Rd, NE (open to all), khenderson029@aol.com

October

20th- Fourth District Citizen Advisory Council Mtg, US Atty’s Office, Domestic Violence Presentation, 4D Station, Derek.Staten@dc.gov

October

21st – 23rd- All Hands on Deck, Metropolitan Police Department, Gwendolyn.Crump@dc.gov  http://www.mpdc.dc.gov/AHOD

October

22nd- Citywide Domestic Violence Awareness Summit, 9am, Matthews Memorial Baptist Church, 2616 M. L. King Jr, Ave, SE (Breakfast & Lunch Served), Childcare also provided., 9am, Lendia.Johnson@dc.gov

October 24th- 7pm, Community Discussion with Neighborhood Leaders, Community College of DC, MPD & DOES- National Crime Prevention Month Discussion on Suggested Courses and Locations around the city for the Community College of DC, Location: Department of Employment Services Bldg, 4058 Minnesota Ave, NE (Next to Minnesota Ave Metro Station) (Metro Multi-level Parking Garage directly behind bldg), Neighborhood Watch Manuals & Other Giveaways Provided.  Don’t miss this chance to talk to members of the University of the District of Columbia on the educational needs in your community. (Refreshments Served.) More information: Yvonne.Smith@dc.gov

Week of October 24th- Community Safety Bike Ride on Met Branch Trail with MPD’s Mountain Bike Officers.  More information to come to Met Branch Trail and 5D YahooGroups sites or see Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov, 202-698-0188

October 27th- Fifth District Citizen Advisory Council Annual Public Safety Awards Gala to Honor Officers, Community Leaders and Recognition of Recent Loss of Officer Jelani Prather, 6:30pm, Washington Navy Yard.  JamoJam@msn.com Mr. James Berry (5D)

October 26th- Second District Station, Idaho Avenue, Burglary Prevention Presentation, 7pm, Rhonda.Hardy@dc.gov (2D)

October 28th- US Atty’s Office Halloween Safe Haven, CarolynL.smith@dc.gov (1D)

October 29th- Friday (6-9pm) Halloween Party for Children (12 & under), Second District Station, Idaho Avenue, Rhonda.Hardy@dc.gov (2D)

October 29th – 31st- Fifth District Annual Halloween Safe Haven Event, Arboretum Recreation Center, 6-8:30pm,
Fayette.Vaughn-Lee@dc.gov (5D)

October 29th- Sixth District Halloween Kiddie Cabaret, 1pm, Boys & Girls Club (Next to Sixth District Main Station)  4103 Benning Road, NE 202-698-1315, Officer Larry Martin (Larry.Martin@dc.gov) (6D)

October 30th – 31st-  First District’s Halloween Safe Haven Events & Renown Haunted House. 5-8pm, 101 M. St, SW, CarolynL.smith@dc.gov (1D)

October 31st- Fourth District Station’s Halloween Safe Haven Party and Dance Presentation by Culture Shock.  6-9pm, Location: TBA, Derek.Staten@dc.gov (4D)

October 31st- Third District Station (1620 V Street, NW) & Park View Rec Center Halloween Safe Haven Events.  Marco.Santiago@dc.gov, 6-8pm, (3D)

October 31st- Sixth District Annual Halloween Celebration for Children (ages 5 – 12) Costume Parade and Candy Party.  Boys & Girls Club (Next to Sixth District Main Station)  4103 Benning Road, NE, 5pm, 202-698-1315, Officer Larry Martin (Larry.Martin@dc.gov) (6D)

October 31st- Seventh District’s Haunted House and Halloween Safe Haven Block Party for Families.  Lendia.Johnson@dc.gov, (7D)

Open House- Special Liaison Division- the Special Liaison Division is a compilation of specialized units with special-trained officers, prepared to assist the following populations with public safety matters: Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Latino, Asian, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender.  Date, Time and Location of Open House to be Announced.  For more information, contact Edward.Delgado@dc.gov

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calendar will be updated daily and reminders will be sent out.