MPD seeks public aid to locate suspects in a vehicle theft and subsequent armed carjackings in Southeast Washington D.C. Detected links between the theft and carjackings; vehicle recovered, suspects at large.

The National Weather Service forecasts a heat wave in Washington D.C., with temperatures reaching a high near 97 degrees and a heat index up to 106. Thunderstorms are possible, and the high humidity continues.

The D.C. area reports an increase in "jugging" robberies targeting bank clients, prompting police collaboration across jurisdictions to counter the spike.

Carjackings in D.C. have plummeted by 78% in June 2024 compared to last year, with 31 incidents reported, thanks to a combined law enforcement approach leading to indictments and tough sentences.

Mayor Muriel Bowser declares an Extended Heat Emergency in Washington D.C. due to an expected heat index over 100 degrees, emphasizing risks to vulnerable groups. Cooling centers and outreach teams are activated for public safety.

Police arrested a suspect, Deon Elonte Bookhardt, for a non-fatal shooting in Navy Yard, a neighborhood in Southeast D.C., with charges including Assault with a Dangerous Weapon.

A former USDA employee pleaded guilty to fraud for a scheme that channeled over $1 million from public agencies into his private company. He and two co-conspirators face sentencing.

A fire broke out in a Northeast D.C. apartment complex, causing an evacuation and road closures but no injuries. Firefighters contained the blaze, and its cause is under investigation.

French Bulldog Yurman was reunited with its owner after a police sting operation resulted in the arrest of two suspects for extortion and receiving stolen property.

The Metropolitan Police swiftly arrested 18-year-old Keshown Malik Wells following two attempted robberies in Northeast DC, with the victims escaping unharmed.

Metropolitan Police in D.C. seek public help to find a suspect in a recent non-fatal shooting on Minnesota Avenue.

Metro Police seek the public's help to find suspects of a June 27 armed carjacking in NW Washington D.C. where a man was robbed at gunpoint in his car.

The MPD arrested Mendoza Quetzy Carllota Nevaeh for a Southwest robbery, where the victim was unharmed. Nevaeh was quickly apprehended by security and is facing charges.