Author: Chris Quigley
BALTIMORE, MD — A 41-year-old woman is recovering from multiple gunshot wounds after a shooting in the Western District on August 25, 2024. Officers patrolling the 1600 block of Pennsylvania Avenue at around 3:38 p.m. heard gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, they found the victim in the 1500 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Western District Shooting detectives have taken over the investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact them at 410-396-2477. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A search is underway for two suspects involved in a property destruction offense in Northwest D.C., according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The incident occurred late on Sunday, August 25, at approximately 11:55 p.m. in the 200 block of H Street, Northwest. The suspects defaced property by spray-painting offensive language on the building’s façade and intentionally damaging items. Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspects, and police are seeking the public’s help to identify them. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident as potentially motivated by hate or bias. The investigation is ongoing, and the designation…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The death of a 1-year-old child in Southeast D.C. is being investigated as a homicide, according to the D.C. Metro Police Department. Officers responded to a residence in the 1800 block of 18th Street, Southeast, on Thursday, August 22, at approximately 11:28 p.m., after receiving a report of an unconscious child. The child, identified as Jordan Ballard of Southeast D.C., was transported by D.C. Fire and EMS to a nearby hospital and admitted in critical condition. Despite all lifesaving efforts, the child was pronounced dead. On Friday, August 23, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A fatal shooting on Minnesota Avenue NE has left a 49-year-old man dead, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan Police Department. The incident occurred on Saturday, around 5:39 p.m., in the 3800 block of Minnesota Avenue, Northeast. Officers arriving at the scene found an adult male, later identified as Michael Simpson of Northeast D.C., unconscious and suffering from gunshot injuries. The victim was transported to a local hospital by D.C. Fire and EMS for treatment. Despite all life-saving efforts, Simpson succumbed to his injuries on Sunday, August 25th. Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspect, and police…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 16-year-old suspect has been arrested following an armed robbery in Northeast D.C., according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The incident occurred on Sunday, August 25, at approximately 10:17 p.m. in the 3200 block of 10th Street, Northeast. The victim reported being approached by two suspects, one of whom brandished a firearm while the other demanded the victim’s property. After the victim complied, the suspects fled the scene with the stolen items. Officers quickly canvassed the area, locating and arresting one of the suspects. Following an investigation, a 16-year-old female from Northeast D.C. was charged with Robbery…
NEW SPRINGFIELD, OH — A lucky lottery player in New Springfield has won $10,000 after playing the Ohio Lottery’s 50th Anniversary scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased at Swift Mart on Woodworth Road. After mandatory state and federal taxes totaling 28 percent, the winner will take home approximately $7,200. The 50th Anniversary scratch-off, priced at $50, offers a top prize of $600,000 per year for 25 years. As of August 21, two top prizes remain available in the game.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A burglary at a business on H Street in Northeast D.C. has prompted a search for a suspect, and the Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the individual responsible. On August 24, 2024, around 12:51 p.m., a suspect forcibly entered a business in the 500 block of H Street, Northeast. Once inside, the suspect stole property before fleeing the scene. The suspect was captured on surveillance cameras, and police are working to identify the individual. Anyone with information about the suspect or the incident is urged to contact the police at (202)…
MASSILLON, OH — An Ohio Lottery player has won $50,000 after purchasing a 50th Anniversary scratch-off ticket from a convenience store in Massillon. The winning ticket was bought at Massillon Mini Mart, located at 2622 Lincoln Way NW, according to the Ohio Lottery Commission. Following the mandatory state and federal tax deductions totaling 28 percent, the winner will receive approximately $36,000. The 50th Anniversary scratch-off is a $50 game with a top prize of $600,000 annually for 25 years. As of August 26, two top prizes remain in the game.
Washington, D.C. — Detectives are actively searching for a suspect involved in a shooting on Minnesota Avenue NE that left one man with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 24, around 5:38 p.m. in the 3800 block of Minnesota Avenue, Northeast. Officers arriving at the scene found an adult male unconscious and not breathing. The victim was quickly transported to a local hospital for urgent medical treatment. Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspect, who remains at large. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or to send tips via…
NEW LONDON, CT — A lucky KENO player from East Lyme has struck it big with a substantial win. David J, a local resident, secured a $10,000 prize in Thursday’s KENO drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at Sully’s Mobil Mart in New London.