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The Latest Breaking News from the Metropolitan Police Department

Donald Trump’s police takeover of Washington, D.C. is an immediate and absolute failure as a man is shot dead

I'm sure everyone feels so safe.

We Got This Covered · Aug 12, 2025

The Latest: National Guard troops arrive in Washington DC as Trump’s federal takeover begins

President Donald Trump took unprecedented steps toward federalizing Washington, D

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Trump says crime in Washington DC is ‘out of control’. The stats suggest otherwise

President insists capital in need of ‘liberation’ from ‘violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals, roving mobs of wild youth, drugged-out maniacs and homeless people’ but data says no such problem exists

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

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What Is The DC National Guard? Chain Of Command, Powers And How Different Are They From US Police Force?

The DC National Guard answers to the US President, not a governor, with powers and duties that set it apart from both state Guard units and local police forces.

International Business Times UK · Aug 12, 2025

Trump just took over DC with vow to stop ‘thugs’ from abusing cops. He already pardoned hundreds of them

NEWS ANALYSIS: The president’s fixation on violent clashes between ‘scum’ and law enforcement has one glaring exception: January 6, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025

Statehood advocates look to Congress after Trump’s DC police takeover - Roll Call

“This will show Congress that running D.C. is not something they want to take on,” says D.C. shadow senator Ankit Jain.

Roll Call · Aug 11, 2025

Suspect charged with murder for ‘killing two Israeli Embassy staff members’ in Washington DC shooting

Elias Rodriguez of Chicago told officers from the Metropolitan Police Department at the scene: ‘I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza, I am unarmed’

The Independent UK · May 22, 2025

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Suspect arrested in Homeland Security Secretary Noem’s purse theft

Officials say a suspect has been arrested in connection with last week's theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse as she ate at a Washington, D

The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2025

A DC teenager vanished after a police car chase. His mother is convinced authorities are withholding information

‘My son has been wronged somewhere,’ insists the bereft mother of the missing teen

The Independent UK · Mar 19, 2025

Republican Congressman Under Investigation for Assault After Incident at His DC Residence: Police

Florida Representative Cory Mills is under investigation for reportedly assaulting a 27-year-old woman in an apartment building earlier this week, according to officials.

Latin Times · Feb 21, 2025

Deputy US Marshal Shoots 18-Year-Old In Carjacking Incident

An 18-year-old attempted carjacking near Justice Sotomayor's residence leads to an officer-involved shooting in Washington, DC. Investigation underway.

Washington D.C. police to start enforcing youth curfews during the summer as a way to reduce crime

Between 2016 and 2022, MPD officers arrested on average 2,235 juveniles in a given year involving youth under the age of 18

Latin Times · Jul 2, 2024

Dozens Arrested In DC After Skirmish At Pro-Palestinian Encampment

DC police arrest dozens following skirmish at pro-Palestinian encampment on GW campus.

DC Police Officers Dismissed Over Serious Misconduct Allegations

Over 20 senior D.C. police officers won't return due to misconduct and new legislation. The Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Act of 2022 led to 12...

Multiple Injured In Nightclub Shooting In Washington, D.C.

Stay informed about the shooting incident at a nightclub in Dupont Circle, Washington, D.C. Police are investigating to ensure community safety.

Washington, D.C. Law Enforcement Cracking Down On Porch Pirates

Washington, D.C. law enforcement steps up efforts to combat package theft with sting operations and community involvement.

Two Dead, Five Injured In Washington, D.C. Shooting

Authorities in Washington, D.C., investigate a shooting incident resulting in fatalities and injuries. Suspects targeted victims in a tragic event near pop...

Two Killed, Five Wounded In Washington, DC Shooting Incident

Tragic shooting incident in Washington, DC leaves two dead and five injured. Authorities seek information for ongoing investigation.

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The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2023

FBI agent carjacked near Capitol Hill as incidents spike in Washington DC

The vehicle was eventually recovered, and the agent was not harmed during the attack

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2023

9 people shot and wounded in D.C., including 2 juveniles, as violence continues to mar July Fourth

Assistant Chief Leslie Parsons of the Metropolitan Police Department said in a statement on Twitter that nine people were shot and wounded, including two juveniles, while sitting outside enjoying the July Fourth holiday

The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2023

Explosive devices and ‘Molotov cocktail-style object’ detonated in Washington DC

Metropolitan Police released surveillance images of the suspect – dressed in black trousers and a white/cream hooded top – as well as a vehicle wanted in connection to the attacks

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jun 27, 2023

Kabuki actor Ichikawa Ennosuke arrested over mother's suicide

The Metropolitan Police Department arrested kabuki actor Ichikawa Ennosuke on Tuesday on suspicion of assisting the suicide of his mother, following the death of both of his parents last month.

WEKU · Jun 21, 2023

Jan. 6 rioter who used a stun gun on Officer Michael Fanone sentenced to prison

Daniel Joseph "DJ" Rodriguez, 40, of Fontana, Calif., was sentenced to 12.5 years. Officer Fanone served on the Metropolitan Police Department Officer for nearly two decades before resigning in 2021.

Tribune News Service · May 25, 2023

Dispute over search of slain Las Vegas reporter’s devices likely headed back to high court

LAS VEGAS — Attorneys for the Las Vegas Review-Journal and the Metropolitan Police Department appeared in court Wednesday for a hearing on a proposed protocol for police and prosecutors to search through the personal devices of slain investigative reporter Jeff German.

WEKU · May 19, 2023

A D.C. police lieutenant is accused of tipping off a leader of the Proud Boys

Shane Lamond allegedly used his position in the Metropolitan Police Department's Intelligence Branch to share information with Enrique Tarrio, a leader with the far-right extremist group

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