Shrine for Adam Edwin Barker, 2700 block Langston Pl SE DC

I visited this site again in June, searching for a possible memorial to another person who was recently slain in this block. Mr. Barker's memorial was still extant, with some additional items.



From a DC police report:  Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch have announced an arrest was made in a fatal shooting that occurred in the 2700 block of Langston Place SE, Washington DC, on Monday, February 29, 2016. At approximately 4:19 pm, members of the Seventh District heard the sounds of gunshots and responded to the location. Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. On Tuesday, March 1, 2016, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.  The victim was identified as Adam Edwin Barker, 21. On Friday, March 18, 2016, Paul Swann, 24, was arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder While Armed.

This memorial to Mr. Barker is in the Woodland Terrace neighborhood of DC. Peace, seriously, peace.

The shrine was still being maintained as of March 28, 2017.

Street memorial of Dante Kinard in the 1800 block of Benning Road NE, Washington DC

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that resulted from a shooting that occurred in the 1800 block of Benning Road NE, Washington DC, on Friday, February 19, 2016. At approximately 9:42 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to a call for a shooting.  Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.  The victim, identified as Dante Kinard, 21, was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

I spoke briefly with some of his friends at the site. They were quiet and respectful, as evidenced by the message on the shrine "Respect the Dead."

Yes.

Birthday memorial for Delonte Jackson | Unit block of 46th St SE Washington DC

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide which occurred in the Unit block of 46th Street SE, Washington DC. On Friday, March 14, 2014, at approximately 7:08 pm, police officers from the Sixth Patrol District were dispatched to the Unit block of 46th Street SE, Washington, D.C., for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds inside a vehicle located in the Unit block of 46th Street SE. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel transported the victim, identified as Delonte Jackson, 30, of Southeast, Washington, DC, to a local hospital, where he was admitted in critical condition. On Saturday, March 15, 2014, all lifesaving efforts failed, and the victim was pronounced dead at a local hospital.  

There is also information on the case at HomicideWatch.

This shrine was erected on what would have been Mr. Jackson's 32nd birthday by his mother, Hilda Jackson, his sons, and his partner, and other family members. Ms. Jackson has kept her son's memory alive, and has spoken of her son's death as a pain beyond what any mother should have to bear.

I wish her and this family every strength, comfort, peace, and blessing.

Shrine for Crystal Hamilton / 15000 block of Lashmere Court in Woodbridge, Virginia | Honoring the service of Officer Ashley Guindon

From a Prince William Police report: On February 27, 2016, at 5:37 PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 15000 block of Lashmere Court in Woodbridge, Virginia, for an initial report of a domestic altercation. When officers arrived on scene, they approached the front door of the home and were confronted by a suspect, later identified as the accused. The accused was armed with a firearm and opened fire, striking three county police officers who sustained critical wounds. Additional officers arrived at the residence and the accused surrendered to police without further incident. Officers also provided life-saving first aid to the wounded officers until Fire & Rescue crews could get on scene. All three officers were flown to Fairfax INOVA Hospital where one of the officers, identified as Officer Ashley Guindon, died as a result of her injuries. After securing the suspect, officers conducted a search of the home and located an adult woman, identified as Crystal Hamilton, inside deceased from gunshot related injuries. An 11-year old boy was also inside the residence at the time of the incident and fled the home at some point during the encounter. The child was not injured and will be released to the custody of other family members. The investigation revealed that the accused and his wife were involved in a verbal altercation which escalated physically. The wife was able to contact police; however, before officers could arrive, she was allegedly shot and killed by the accused. The remaining two officers shot during the encounter remain hospitalized at this time. Following the investigation, the accused was arrested and charged. This is Prince William County's fourth line of duty death since the department's inception in 1970 and only the second officer to be killed feloniously in the line of duty. Arrested on February 27: Ronald Williams Hamilton, 32. Charged with 1 count of capital murder of a police officer, 1 count of first degree murder, 2 counts of malicious wounding of a police officer, and 2 counts of use of a firearm in commission of a felony  

Ms. Hamilton was killed in a domestic dispute, in a prosperous, quiet, well-kept neighborhood. According to reports, she had led an exemplary life.

The slain officer, Ashley Guindon, showed great promise, and was rightly honored in a large public service and display by County officials and police services.

May their memories be for a blessing, and may justice be served.

There is considerably more information about this situation in the Washington Post.

Demetrius Christopher Medlay - police tape in the 3100 Block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE, Washington DC

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 3100 Block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE, Washington DC, on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. At approximately 2:50 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to a call for a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. Members of the DCFEMS arrived and transported the victim, identified as Demetrius Christopher Medlay, 22, to a local hospital for treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

Flowers for Deandre Sibblies / 4500 block of Quarles Street NE, Washington DC

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 4500 block of Quarles Street NE, Washington DC, on Monday, February 22, 2016. At approximately 5:38 pm, members of the Sixth District responded to the call for a man down.  Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.  Members of the DCFEMS arrived and rendered aid on the scene.  The victim, identified as Deandre A. Sibblies, 21, was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The Kenilworth-Parkside neighborhood has had many challenges. I trust wisdom and peace grow there.

There is a powerful piece in the Washington Post which shows the impact that this death has had on a family. Well worth reading. There is a deep quote near the end "Don't love The Street. The Street don't love you."

Peace.

Street memorial to Matthew Shevlin | 400 block of M Street NW DC

From a DC police report: The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying and locating a person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Matthew Shevlin, 37. On Friday, January 22, 2016, at approximately 9:52 am, members of the Third District received a call an assault in the 400 block of M Street NW, Washington DC. Upon arrival, they located Matthew Shevlin suffering from a gunshot wound.  D.C. Fire and Emergency Services transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The person of interest can be seen in this video  

There has been snow and very cold weather in our area of late. This memorial to Mr. Shevlin appears to have been larger, and was likely damaged by the elements.

Markers at 1900 Block 18th St SE DC to Maurico Walker

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 in the 1900 Block of 18th Street SE, Washington DC. At approximately 4:00 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to a call for a shooting.

Upon arrival, members located an adult male victim unconscious and suffering from a gunshot wound.  D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services transported the victim, identified as Maurico Walker, 23, to a local hospital for treatment, where all lifesaving efforts failed.

The slaying occurred immediately behind the Anacostia Community Library, a block off Good Hope Road.

May there be good hope.

Memorial to Peter John, 53rd Street and Clay Terrace NE DC

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department are investigating a police-involved shooting that occurred on Monday, February 1, 2016, in the area of 53rd Street and Clay Terrace NE, Washington DC. At approximately 2:05 am, an officer attempted to stop an individual, which was followed by a brief foot pursuit and struggle. During this struggle, the suspect failed to comply with the officer’s commands and produced a firearm. The officer then discharged his service weapon. The suspect’s weapon was recovered on the scene, which was later determined to be a BB gun.
The suspect was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced.

DCist has identified the victim as Peter John, 36.

May the whole community work for and experience greater peace.

Homicide marked | Phillip Christopher Yorke - 1900 block of Rochelle Avenue, District Heights, Maryland,

From a Prince George’s County Police report: The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide in District Heights. The victim is Phillip Christopher Yorke, 38. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random act. On February 15, 2016, at around 4:45 pm, patrol officers were called to the 1900 block of Rochelle Avenue in District Heights, Maryland, for the report of a shooting. Officers found the victim inside of an apartment building suffering from a gunshot wound. He died a short time later at a hospital.

Justice and peace needed. A prayer.

Police tape marking the slaying of Roger Lewis Haggins: 2500 block Pomeroy Rd SE DC

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred in the 2500 block of Pomeroy Road SE, Washington DC. On Friday, January 8, 2016, at approximately 11:32 pm, members of the Seventh District located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound while responding to a call in the block. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was admitted in critical condition. On January 9, 2016, the victim, identified as Roger Lewis Haggins, 30, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced.

Rest in peace.

Timon M. Jones - yellow tape, 200 block of Anacostia Road SE Washington DC

All that remains in this world.

Requiescat in pace.

From a DC police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 200 block of Anacostia Road, SE, Washington DC. On Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at approximately 6:18 pm., members of the Sixth District received a call for a man down in the area. Upon arrival, members located an adult male identified as Timon M. Jones, 23, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, lying on the ground. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services arrived on the scene and found no signs of life.

Site of a triple homicide | Lakeysha Walters, Shaneka Walters, and James Gibson | 1400 block of Southern Avenue, Oxon Hill MD

This scrap of police crime tape is all that lingers as public evidence of the triple murder of Lakeysha Walters, Shaneka Walters, and James Gibson, who were slain near this site in Oxon Hill, Maryland, on November 13, 2015.

From a Washington Post article: A woman, her daughter and another man were shot in this domestic-related triple homicide. Two women and a man were fatally shot in an apartment in Oxon Hill late Friday in what was thought to be a domestic dispute, Prince George’s County police said.
Police said Clifford John Browne Jr., 34, of Capitol Heights was charged in the deaths of Lakeysha Walters, 40; her daughter Shaneka Walters, 25; and James Gibson, 45. It was not clear what the relationship was between the suspect and the three victims. Gibson’s relationship to the two women also was not immediately clear. The victims were found about 10:20 p.m. Friday in an apartment in the 1400 block of Southern Avenue, the site of the Forest Hill Apartments complex. The apartments are across from the United Medical Center on the District line.

Street shrine | Corner of 28th Street SE and Texas Ave SE DC

This vivid street shrine is to a person or persons unknown to me.

It is of fairly recent construction, at the corner of the 1700 block of 28th Street SE and the 2800 block of Texas Avenue SE, Washington DC.

It is possibly maintained for Robert Maurice Lesueur, then 23 years old, who was shot to death a block away on October 22. 2012. The DC Police report on his death is here.

Someone cares.

It matters.

Yellow crime tape at the site of Kevin Dennis Prater's demise. 1000 block of Savannah Street SE DC

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred in the 1000 block of Savannah Street SE, Washington DC, on Monday, December 28, 2015. At approximately 8:20 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to the report of the sounds of gunshots.  Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.  DCFEMS members arrived on the scene and found no signs of life. The decedent has been identified as Kevin Dennis Prater, 31, of no fixed address.

I spoke at length to an interesting concerned person when documenting this site. The author/activist J.A. Lesesne Bnjhmm grew up in the home adjacent to where the slaying occurred. His aged mother still lives in the house, a community of largely resident-owned single-family residences. Needless to say, this sad and terrible violent act has an impact that reverberates.

I got to the site the day after the homicide.

Blessings and peace to all. Peace.

Yellow tape at the site of Darnell Antonio Mayfield's slaying

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred in the 2300 block of Hartford Street SE, Washington DC, on Monday, December 28, 2015. At approximately 5:39 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DCFEMS transported the victim, identified as Darnell Antonio Mayfield, 34, to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

Te Amo. Shrine for Jose Ochoa | 4100 block of 8th Street NW DC

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred in the 4100 block of 8th Street NW, Washington DC,  on Sunday, December 20, 2015. At approximately 5:20 pm, members of the Fourth District responded to a call for a man down. Upon arrival, they located a male victim, unconscious, and suffering from stab wounds. D.C. Fire and Emergency Services responded to the scene and transported the victim, identified as Jose Ochoa, 17, to a local hospital, where all lifesaving efforts failed.

Te Amo, RIP.

Site of Arthur Baldwin's slaying. 4700 block of 1st Street SW DC

From a DC Police report: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred in the 4700 block of 1st Street SW, Washington DC, on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. At approximately 2:51 pm, members of the Seventh District were flagged down in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male, unconscious, and suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. D.C. Fire and Emergency Services responded to the scene and transported the victim, identified as Arthur Baldwin, 30, to a local hospital, where all lifesaving efforts failed.

I found the police tape in the woods of the road at this area, the southernmost neighborhood of the District. I am not sure if the flowers are placed in memory of Mr. Baldwin, but they were directly adjacent to the site of his slaying.