Crime Alert - Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a robbery by force and violence reported at approximately 11:56 p.m.

Crime Alert - Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a robbery reported at approximately 12:27 a.m. in the 1100 block of W St, NW.

The complainant was approached by 4 to 5 black males who occupied a black SUV in the 1100 block of W St NW.  The suspects were last seen heading northbound up 10th St. NW.

No injuries were reported at this time. The complainant is non-Howard-affiliated.

Crime Alert - Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a robbery reported at approximately 1:50 a.m. in the 2200 block of Sherman Ave., NW.

A lookout for a group of juveniles who approached the complainant, attacked and robbed them of a cell phone and personal property. The juveniles fled on foot.

The complainant is Howard University affiliated.

If you have information about this incident, please contact the HU Department of Public Safety (DPS) at 202-806-1100 or call 911 to reach MPD.

Crime Alert - Shooting

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a shooting reported at approximately 6:05 a.m. in the 2200 block of 6th Street, NW.

Preliminary details of the investigation are still being gathered, but currently suggest that the complainant and potential suspects are not affiliated with Howard University. 

If you have information about this incident, please contact the HU Department of Public Safety (DPS) at 202-806-1100 or call 911 to reach MPD.

Crime Alert - Armed Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating an attempted armed robbery reported at approximately 11:00 p.m. at the intersection of 5th St. and Gresham Pl., NW.

A lookout has been established for three Black males all wearing dark clothing and black ski masks. They reportedly approached the scene in a black coupe and exited the vehicle with one suspect brandishing a handgun at two complainants. They chased the complainants on foot before returning to their car and driving southbound on 4th St. 

Crime Alert - Attempted Armed Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating an attempted armed robbery reported at approximately 3:45 a.m. in the 2800 block of Georgia Ave., NW.

Crime Alert - Armed Robbery

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating an armed robbery reported at approximately 12:55 a.m. in the 2900 block of Georgia Ave., NW.

A lookout has been established for three Black males who approached the scene in a gray SUV. One suspect displayed a handgun and took the complainant's keys and wallet. They fled westbound on Hobart St, NW. Preliminary details of the investigation suggest that the complainant and suspected individuals are not affiliated with Howard University.

Crime Alert - Armed Carjacking

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating an armed carjacking reported at approximately 5:30 a.m. in the 2500 block of Sherman Ave., NW.

A lookout has been established for two to three Black men who approached the scene in a white Honda. They were last seen heading southbound on Sherman Ave. in a gray Toyota Prius with Virginia license plates #TVA2017. Preliminary details of the investigation suggest that the complainant and suspected individuals are not affiliated with Howard University.

Crime Alert - Attempted Armed Carjacking

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating an attempted armed carjacking reported at approximately 2:00 a.m. in the 2600 block of Georgia Ave., NW.

A lookout has been established for three Black males wearing black attire and dark masks. Two of the men are armed with guns, and the group fled the scene in a white Hyundai Sonata with Virginia license plates #TVL5022. Preliminary details of the investigation suggest that the complainant and suspected individuals are not affiliated with Howard University.

Crime Alert - Shooting

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a shooting reported at approximately 11:54 p.m. in the 600 block of T Street, NW.

One suspect is described as a Black male wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt carrying a bag with a gun inside of it. A lookout has been ordered for three Black males traveling in a dark vehicle of an unknown make and model. Preliminary details of the investigation suggest that the complainant and suspected individuals are not affiliated with Howard University.