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.

Bottle shrine for Mr. Herbert Jones | 5100 block of Sheriff Road NE DC

From a DC Police Report: On Monday, September 2, 2024, at approximately 6:42 a.m., officers responded to a call for a man down in the 5100 block of Sheriff Road NE, Washington DC. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The male was pronounced dead on the scene. The decedent has been identified as 51-year-old Herbert Jones of Northeast, DC

RIP

Marking the spot where Najee Dickens was slain | Trinidad and Queen Streets NE DC

From a DC Police report: On Saturday, October 5, 2024, at approximately 2:06 a.m., Fifth District officers responded to the intersection of Trinidad and Queen Streets NE, Washington DC, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located three adult victims suffering from gunshot wounds in the rear of the 1600 block of Trinidad Avenue, Northeast. One of the victims succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. The other two victims, an adult male and an adult female sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The decedent has been identified as 33-year-old Najee Dickens of Northeast, DC.  

Rest In Peace.

For Micheal Buie | 300 block of Delafield Place NW DC

There were many of these reward posters for information about the slaying of Mr. Buie placed on cars in the block where he perished.

From a DC Police report: On Saturday, October 19, 2024, at approximately 1:15 a.m., members of the Fourth District responded to the 300 block of Delafield Place NW, Washington DC, for the report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, the members located an adult male suffering from apparent stab wounds inside of building. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel also responded. After all lifesaving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead on the scene. The victim has been identified as 46-year-old Micheal Buie, of no fixed address. 

May justice be served.

Shrine for “Flip” | 500 block of Parkland Place SE DC

This shrine to “Flip” is in the 500 block of Parkland Place SE, Washington DC. I learned of it from one of his nephews. I have no further solid information.

I expect it is this case. From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Saturday, July 1, 2023, in the 500 block of Parkland Place, Southeast. At approximately 12:18 am, Seventh District officers responded to the 3000 block of Martin Luther King, Jr Avenue, Southeast, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male shooting victim in the 500 block of Parkland Place, Southeast. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to 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. During the investigation, a second adult male shooting victim was located at a local hospital receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. The decedent has been identified as 40-year-old Michael Cary, of Northwest, DC

May he rest in peace.