In memory of Cyhneil Smith | 300 block of 37th Street SE DC

This touching street memorial is in a neighborhood that has seen many tragedies. Blessings on the soul of this young woman.

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Friday, October 16, 2020, in the 300 block of 37th Street, Southeast. At approximately 3:19 am, members of the Sixth District responded to the listed location for the the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located an adult female, inside of a vehicle, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and found that the victim displayed no signs consistent with life. The decedent has been identified as 23 year-old Cyhneil Smith of Southeast, DC.

RIP.

Police tape at the site of Derek Hamilton's slaying | 3900 block of 4th Street SE DC

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Arson Task Force, which includes Agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, May 29, 2023, in the 3900 block of 4th Street SE, Washington DC. At approximately 6:18 pm, Seventh District officers responded to the listed location for the report of an assault with a person on fire. Upon arrival officers, located an adult male and female victim suffering from thermal injuries which were sustained while they were inside of a vehicle. The adult male victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. The adult female victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Additionally, there were two juveniles that sustained no injuries. The detectives’ investigation revealed the suspect approached the parked and occupied vehicle, doused it with a flammable liquid and then set it on fire. The suspect was apprehended on the scene by responding officers. On Thursday, June 1, 2023, the adult male victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the cause of death was complications from thermal injuries and the manner was ruled a homicide. The decedent has been identified as 64-year-old Derek Hamilton, of Southeast, DC.

On Thursday, May 29, 2023, [a] 49-year-old female, of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault with Intent to Kill. The detectives’ investigation revealed that this offense was the result of a dispute and the victims and suspect are known to each other.

Prayers and sustained work needed for peace and justice

Site of the passing of Jaylin Osborne | 2600 block of Stanton Road SE DC

 

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in the 2600 block of Stanton Road SE, Washington DC.At approximately 10:30 pm, Seventh District officers responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a Juvenile male shooting victim. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital where despite all lifesaving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries. The decedent has been identified as 15-year-old Jaylin Osborne, of Southeast, DC.  

Another young one tragically cut down. 

May his family and loved ones be spared further grief.

Shrine at a Metro Station | 4000 block of Minnesota Avenue NE DC

I believe that this memorial is for Mr. Keshon Cornish. 

May he know eternal peace.

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in reference to a homicide that occurred on Thursday, January 19, 2023, in the 4000 block of Minnesota Avenue NE, Washington DC. At approximately 5:42 pm, members of the Sixth District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, the members located an adult male victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and  found no signs consistent with life. The decedent has been identified as 23-year-old Keshon Cornish, of Lanham, MD. 

"RIP Kane" | 2500 block of 14th Street NE DC

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, June 5, 2023, in the 2500 block of 14th Street NE, Washington DC. At approximately 11:00 pm, Fifth District officers responded to the area of the listed location for the report of sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located an adult male shooting victim. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. The decedent has been identified as 58-year-old Kevin Lewis of Northeast, DC.

May all be spared further grief.

Site of the slaying of Leonard Carter | 300 block of Franklin Street NE DC

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Thursday, May 18, 2023, in the 300 block of Franklin Street NE, Washington DC. At approximately 6:47 pm, Fifth District officers responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, members located an adult male shooting victim. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and found no signs consistent with life. The decedent has been identified as 47-year-old Leonard Carter, of Northwest, DC.  

RIP Mr. Carter.

RIP to an unknown person | 37th Street NE DC

RIP graffiti to an unknown person. Many people have lost their lives to violence in this block of 37th Street NE, Washington DC.

It is possibly for Samya Gill, 22, who was murdered nearby on Thursday, June 15, 2023,

A DC Police report is here: 

Indeed; Rest In Peace. All.