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MPD Arrests Suspect in Half Street Shooting Offense

Date Released:

Thu, 10/22/2026 - 12:00

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announces the arrest of a suspect involved in a shooting offense that occurred in Southwest.

On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at approximately 1:27 p.m., First District officers responded to the 1300 block of Half Street, Southwest, for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers found evidence of a shooting, but no victims or property damage were reported.

Hiring MPD Members for Outside Employment

MPD members may engage in several types of approved outside employment, each with its own eligibility requirements, approval process, and scope of permitted duties. To help members and hiring entities understand these distinctions, the information below provides a brief description of each type of employment along with a link to detailed guidance and instructions.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: N Street Village SHERO Walk

Date Released:

Tue, 10/20/2026 - 12:00

On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the N Street Village SHERO Community Walk will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration:

MPD Investigating Pattern Robbery

Date Released:

Tue, 10/20/2026 - 12:00

The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a series of armed robberies that occurred in Northeast.

In each of the offenses listed below, which occurred on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the suspects exited a green Hyundai Santa Fe with Virginia tags, brandished a firearm, and demanded the victim’s property.

MPD Seeking Persons of Interest in Northwest Shooting

Date Released:

Mon, 10/19/2026 - 12:00

(Washington, D.C.) - The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying two persons of interest in a shooting that occurred in Northwest.

MPD Seeking Suspect in Northwest Burglaries

Date Released:

Mon, 10/19/2026 - 12:00

The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect in two burglaries that occurred in Northwest.

MPD Seeking Suspects in 1st Street Robbery

Date Released:

Mon, 10/19/2026 - 12:00

The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a robbery that occurred in Northeast.

Suspect Sought in Banner Lane Stabbing

Date Released:

Mon, 10/19/2026 - 12:00

The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the community’s assistance in locating a suspect involved in an assault with a dangerous weapon (knife) that occurred in Northwest.

MPD Investigating National Guard-Involved Shooting in Southeast

Date Released:

Mon, 10/19/2026 - 12:00

The Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Internal Affairs Bureau and the First District Detective Unit are investigating a National Guard-involved shooting that occurred late Sunday in Southeast, D.C.

Homicide Victim: Kevin Roberts, Jr.

On Sunday, October 11, 2026, at approximately 5:00 am, Mr. Kevin Roberts, Jr. was shot and killed in the 1200 block of Eastern Avenue, SE. The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in gathering information regarding this homicide.