Memorial for Darius Young | 5000 block of Benning Road SE DC

From a DC Police report: On Thursday, March 13, 2025, at approximately 9:26 p.m., Sixth District officers responded to an establishment located in the 5000 block of Benning Road SE, Washington DC,, for the report of a shooting. Officers located an adult male inside the establishment, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital. Despite all lifesaving efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased at the hospital. During the investigation it was determined the shooting occurred outdoors in the 5000 block of H Street, Southeast. The decedent has been identified as 33-year-old Darius Young, of Southeast, D.C.

On Monday, March 31, 2025, members of the Capitol Area Regional Fugitive Task Force located and arrested the suspect, 37-year-old Cornell Day of Southeast. He is being charged pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant with First Degree Murder while Armed (Premeditated).

Death of Donella Bryan | 1600 block of Maryland Avenue NE DC

This situations is deeply tragic. May Ms. Bryan's memory be a blessing for those who knew and worked with her.

From a DC police report and DC News Now: On Saturday, April 19, 2025, at approximately 8:07 a.m., Fifth District officers responded to a report of an unconscious person in the 1600 block of Maryland Avenue NE, Washington DC. Officers located an adult female inside a dumpster. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life pronounced the woman dead. On Sunday, April 20, 2025, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled the cause of death was blunt force trauma and asphyxiation. The manner of death was ruled a homicide. The decedent has been identified as 62-year-old Donella Bryan of Northeast, D.C.

There is an article in the Washington Post about this hard-working grandmother's loss, and the impact this has had.  

"Justice, justice shall you pursue" (Deuteronomy) 

For Christopher Daniels | 1300 block of Congress Street SE DC

From a DC Police report: On Friday, April 18, 2025, at approximately 12:24 p.m., Seventh District officers responded to the 1300 block of Savannah Place SE, Washington DC, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim unconscious and not breathing in the rear of the 1300 block of Congress Street, Southeast. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after all lifesaving measures failed, the victim was pronounced dead. Additionally, an adult male victim and a juvenile male victim both self-transported to area hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The decedent has been identified as 18-year-old Christopher Daniels of Southeast, DC.

May there be both justice served and greater peace 

Site of the passing of DeSean Mackall | 4200 block of Dix Street NE DC

From a DC Police report: On Sunday, April 6, 2025, at approximately 12:43 a.m., Sixth District officers responded to the 4200 block of Dix Street NE, Washington DC, for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after all lifesaving measures failed the victim was pronounced dead on the scene. The decedent has been identified as 23-year-old DeSean Mackall, of Temple Hills, Maryland. 

May his soul have peace.

DiCarlo Dickerson | 1100 block of Eastern Avenue NE DC

From a DC Police report: On Saturday, April 5, 2025, at approximately 9:28 p.m., Sixth District officers responded to the 1100 block of Eastern Avenue NE, Washington, DC, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering gunshot wounds. After all lifesaving measures failed the victim was pronounced dead on the scene. The decedent has been identified as 48-year-old DiCarlo Dickerson of Northeast, D.C.

RIP

Roses and crosses - shrine for Tyler Fludd | 5400 block of Silver Hill Road, District Heights MD

From a Prince George's County Police report: The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged two suspects in connection with a fatal shooting in District Heights. The suspects are 24-year-old Keyondre Joyner of Washington, DC and 18-year-old Jamiel Collins of Oxon Hill. They are charged with the murder of 20-year-old Tyler Fludd of Hyattsville.

On February 2, 2025, at approximately 5:20 pm, officers responded to a reported shooting in the 5400 block of Silver Hill Road, District Heights, Maryland. Officers located Fludd outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to the hospital where he died a short time later. The preliminary investigation revealed Collins and Fludd were known to each other. Joyner and Collins planned to rob Fludd and Joyner shot Fludd during the robbery. Joyner and Collins are charged with first-degree murder and related charges.  

Rest in eternal peace.

Memorial for Aaron Thomas Jr. | 2000 block of 19th Place SE DC

From a DC Police report: The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a double shooting that left one man dead in Southeast. On February 11, 2025, at approximately 2:44 p.m., Seventh District officers responded to a residential building in the 2000 block of 19th Place SE, Washington DC, for the report of a shooting. Officers located two adult males, conscious and breathing, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Despite all lifesaving efforts, one of the victims succumbed to their injuries at the hospital. The victim has been identified as 25-year-old Aaron Thomas Jr., of Owings Mills, Maryland. 

I spoke with a young man in the neighborhood, who expressed that these losses always stay with you.

May there be peace, & justice served.

In memory of Surafel Zerihun | 3500 block of Georgia Avenue NW DC

From a DC Police report: Agents from the Force Investigation Team of the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Internal Affairs Bureau are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in the 3500 block of Georgia Avenue NW, Washington DC. On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at approximately 6:10 p.m., a driver heading southbound on Georgia Avenue drove into oncoming traffic and struck a marked MPD cruiser that was traveling northbound. Following the collision, the suspect got out of his vehicle, produced a knife and reached into the cruiser through the driver’s side window and demanded the officer’s service weapon. The officer retreated to the passenger seat of the cruiser and gave multiple loud verbal commands for the suspect to drop the knife and move away from the cruiser. The suspect continued to threaten the officer with the knife, and the officer fired his service weapon, striking the suspect. The officer immediately called for assistance and exited the cruiser to attempt lifesaving measures on the suspect. At that time, the suspect picked up the knife and started walking toward the officer. The officer gave additional commands to suspect to drop the knife. The suspect refused the officer’s commands and then entered another marked police cruiser in the same block. Additional officers arrived at the scene and gave the suspect commands to exit the cruiser and drop the knife.

The suspect exited the cruiser and approached a vehicle exiting a parking lot in the same block. The suspect attempted to carjack that vehicle while still armed with the knife. An officer fired their service weapon, striking the suspect. Officers began performing lifesaving measures and DC Fire and EMS was called to the scene. After all lifesaving measures failed, the suspect was pronounced dead. 

The suspect has been identified as 29-year-old Surafel Zerihun, of Northwest. The suspect’s weapon was recovered on the scene. The involved officers have been placed on administrative leave, pursuant to MPD policy. The officer-involved shooting remains under investigation by the Internal Affairs Bureau’s Force Investigations Team, which investigates all law enforcement officer-involved shootings in the District of Columbia. The United States Attorney’s Office will independently review the facts and evidence in the case. 

- Members of the local Ethiopian-American community held a vigil in memory of Mr. Zerihun

From a post about him on Facebook: "He is a young 2022 graduate of computer science. He was tragically shot and killed by police last Tuesday. Family, friends and relatives are asking for justice. His family has notified the community that anyone who is comfortable with the candlelight vigil... should come and seek justice... Daha fazlasını gör

Shrine for Darius Young | 5000 block of Benning Road SE DC

From a DC Police report: On Thursday, March 13, 2025, at approximately 9:26 p.m., Sixth District officers responded to an establishment located in the 5000 block of Benning Road SE, Washington DC, for the report of a shooting. Officers located an adult male inside the establishment, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital. Despite all lifesaving efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased at the hospital. During the investigation it was determined the shooting occurred outdoors in the 5000 block of H Street, Southeast. The decedent has been identified as 33-year-old Darius Young, of Southeast, D.C.

RIP.

Shrine to unknown person/s | Near the corner of Southern Avenue and Central Ave SE DC

 Shrine to unknown person/s- near the corner of Southern Avenue and Central Ave SE, Washington DC. It is possibly in honor of Carlos Latney. but I am not certain.

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Thursday, May 4, 2023, in the 5600 block of B Street, Southeast. At approximately 3:40 pm, Sixth District officers responded to the listed location for the report of a man down. Upon arrival, members located an adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services were on the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life, the victim remained on the scene until transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The decedent has been identified as 18-year-old Carlos Latney, of Accokeek, MD.

RIP Maria Magdalena Ayala Guardado | 700 block Girard Street NW DC

From a DC Police report: On Sunday, December 15, 2024, at approximately 8:49 a.m., Third District officers responded to the 700 block of Girard Street NW, Washington DC, for a call from a suspect saying he had killed his significant other. An adult female was located, unconscious and not breathing, suffering trauma to her body. DC Fire and EMS responded to the location and after all lifesaving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. The decedent has been identified as 35-year-old Maria Magdalena Ayala Guardado of Northwest, DC.

The suspect, who remained on scene, was identified as 42-year-old Mario Miguel Banegas Deras of Northwest, DC. The suspect was charged with Second Degree Murder While Armed. The detectives’ investigation confirmed the offense was domestic in nature.

Descanse en paz.

Site of the passing of Carmelo Green | 2200 block of Q Street SE DC

 

From a DC Police report: On Sunday, December 22nd, 2024, at approximately 7:27 p.m., Sixth District officers responded to the 2200 block of Q Street SE, Washington DC, for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life pronounced the victim dead. The victim has been identified as 19-year-old Carmelo Green, of District Heights, MD. 

RIP.

Site of the slaying of Joziah Thurman | 800 block of 49th Street NE DC

From a DC Police report: On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at approximately 1:05 a.m., a stabbing victim walked into the Sixth District police station. Officers immediately aided the victim and DC Fire and EMS were summoned to the scene. After all lifesaving measures failed, the victim was pronounced dead. As a result of the detective’s investigation, the offense was determined to have occurred inside a residence in the 800 block of 49th Street NE, Washington DC. The decedent has been identified as 24-year-old Joziah Thurman, of Northeast, DC. 

Memorial in honor of Tavaughn Norde | 600 block of T Street NW DC

From a DC Police report: The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 600 block of T Street NW, Washington DC. On Thursday, November 28, 2024, at approximately 6:50 a.m., officers responded to the listed location and found an adult male unconscious and not breathing. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after all lifesaving measures failed, the man was pronounced dead. The man was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner where the cause of death was determined to be gunshot wounds and the manner of death was ruled homicide.

The decedent has been identified as 21-year-old Tavaughn Norde of Southwest, DC.

This large passionate memorial to young Mr. Norde is directly across the street from the historic Howard Theater. 

May his friends and family be comforted by his memory. 

Shrine for Brandon Ward | 5000 block of First Street NW DC

From a DC Police report: On Saturday, November 9, 2024, at approximately 4:46 p.m., Fourth District officers responded to Rock Creek Cemetery for the report of a shooting. Officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds in an area of the cemetery to the rear of the 5000 block of First Street NW, Washington DC. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded and after all lifesaving measures failed, the victim was pronounced dead.

The victim has been identified as 22-year-old Brandon Ward, of Northwest, DC.

Rest in peace. 

Blessing shrine for Olivia Graves | 700 block of Atlantic Street SE DC

 

From a DC Police report: On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at approximately 3:31 p.m., Seventh District officers responded to a shooting in the 700 block of Atlantic Street SE, Washington, DC. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female, suffering from a gunshot wound. DC Fire and EMS transported the victim to an area hospital where after all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. The victim has been identified as 24-year-old Olivia Graves, of Upper Marlboro, MD.

On Thursday, November 7, 2024, 62-year-old Maurice Jackson, of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder while Armed.

May her soul rest and justice be served.

Site of the passing of Tyrone Burch | 600 block of Edgewood Street NE DC

From a DC Police report: On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at approximately 10:52 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to the sounds of gunshots in the 600 block of Edgewood Street NE, Washington DC. Upon arrival officers located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS were summoned to the scene and after all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Tyrone Burch, of Northeast, DC.

Peace. 

 

Police tape for Fred Morgan. | 1300 Southern Avenue SE DC

From a DC Police report: On Friday, November 8, 2024, at approximately 12:33 p.m., officers of the Seventh District heard gunshots in the 1300 block of Southern Avenue SE, Washington DC. Canvassing officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. DC Fire and Emergency Services transported the victim to a local hospital where after all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. The victim has been identified as 61-year-old Fred Morgan, of Southeast, DC.  

This site is at the entrance to the United Medical Center hospital on Southern Avenue. 

Shrine for Christian West | 5000 block of Lee Jay Court, Capitol Heights MD

From a Prince Georges Police report: Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday night in the unincorporated section of Capitol Heights. The victim is 21-year-old Christian West of Hyattsville. On November 24, 2024, at approximately 7:50 pm, officers responded to a reported shooting in the 5000 block of Lee Jay Court, Capitol Heights, Maryland. Officers located the victim outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later. 

May his community be spared further grief.

Police tape at the site of the demise of Keion Naylor | 3300 block of 6th Street SE DC

From a DC Police report: On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at approximately 10:52 p.m., officers of the Seventh District responded to the sounds of gunshots in the 3300 block of 6th Street SE, Washington, DC. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS transported the victim to an area hospital where after all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead. The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Keion Naylor, of Suitland, MD. 

RIP.

Christmas ribbon near the site of the slaying of Nadir McCoy | 200 block of I Street SW DC

From a DC Police report: On Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at approximately 6:31 p.m., officers of the First District responded to an apartment building in the 200 block of I Street SW, Washington DC, for the report of a shooting. Officers located an adult male inside of an apartment unit, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life, the victim was pronounced dead. The victim has been identified as 19-year-old Nadir McCoy, of Northwest, DC.

Angels in the architecture: Memorial for Margaret McKinnon, Ronald McKinnon, and Jessica Cunningham | 400 block of 23rd Street SE DC

From a DC Police Report. The Metropolitan Police Department announces an arrest in an arson that left three people dead. On Sunday, October 6, 2024, at approximately 5:30 a.m., officers and members of DC Fire and EMS responded for a structure fire in the 3400 block of 23rd Street SE, Washington DC. Firefighters extinguished the fire and rescued an adult female resident who was transported to an area hospital with critical injuries. On Monday, October 7, 2024, she succumbed to her injuries. Two additional victims, an adult male and an adult female, were located deceased inside the residence.
The decedents have been identified as 85-year-old Margaret McKinnon, 64-year-old Ronald McKinnon and 34-year-old Jessica Cunningham, all of Southeast.
The investigation revealed the presence of an accelerant both inside and outside of the residence and it was determined the fire was intentionally set. Officers canvassed the area and located a suspect nearby and placed him under arrest.
As a result of the investigation by MPD detectives and members of DC Fire and EMS’ Fire Investigation Unit, 56-year-old Robert Simpson, of Southeast, was charged with three counts of Felony Murder, Arson, and Felony Threats. The detectives’ investigation revealed the suspect was previously in a domestic relationship with the 34-year-old female decedent. 

May they all have eternal rest.

"I'm Sleep. Don't Shoot" - Memorials for Justin Robinson | 2500 block of Marion Barry Avenue and the 500 block of Parkland Place SE

 There are two shrines that have been erected to honor Justin Robinson; one outside the McDonald's restaurant on Marion Barry Avenue and the other larger one in the 500 block of Parkland Place, both in SE DC.

 There has been considerable controversy and vigorous protests against the police regarding the situation in which he was slain. This Washington Post article has coverage of the situation, including the protests.

 From a DC Police report: Agents from the Force Investigations Team of the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Internal Affairs Bureau are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in the 2500 block of Marion Barry Avenue SE, Washington DC.
On Sunday, September 1, 2024, at approximately 5:30 a.m., Seventh District officers responded to the listed location for the report of a crash. Responding officers observed a vehicle struck the side of a commercial building, causing minor damage. The driver was still inside the vehicle unresponsive, and officers observed a firearm inside the vehicle. Officers immediately called for additional officers to respond to the scene. A short time later the suspect began moving inside the vehicle. Officers observed a weapon in the suspect’s possession and gave verbal commands to drop the weapon. As the officers approached the suspect with their service weapons drawn, the suspect grabbed one of the officer’s service weapons. At that time, two officers discharged their service weapons, striking the suspect. DC Fire and EMS were already on the scene and immediately began rendering care. After all lifesaving measures failed, the suspect succumbed to his injuries. The suspect has been identified as 26-year-old Justin Robinson, of Southeast, DC. The suspect’s weapon was recovered on the scene

A tragic situation. May all be spared further grief.