Shooting at Brandywine & Connecticut Ave NW This Afternoon

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:People need to go to ANC meetings and demand to be heard.

ANCs have no real power and there have been dozens upon dozens of ANC organized meetings on public safety with things only getting worse. Waste of time tbh.

Frumin's office needs to organize a public safety meeting asap with Bowser, MPD and USAO's office, as Cheh did in the past. Those are the people who need to be pressured.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Courtney Carlson, ANC commissioner and Forest Hills resident, how are you going to address this? There should be an uproar about the shooting in your very own neighborhood.

ANC 3F was absolutely giddy about trying to approve a marijuana dispensary in Van Ness in walking distance to all these apartment building. They’re absolutely insane. Fortunately, the applicant appeared to be getting high on her own supply and was unable to answer even basic questions at her hearing. It was one of the craziest things I’ve ever seen in DC government.

OMG, I thought so too, her eyes were at half mast. Even MORE bizarre, the space being discussed was LEASED to another tenant, Pills Plus. So there was no point to the meeting but it went ahead anyway so they could all signal as + pot folks. Dispensaries have cash, a valuable product and are also crime targets, they can't accept credit cards. Van Ness Main Street was so sad to miss out on that opportunity.

Given the plethora of vacant commercial real estate in the area it won't be long. And they ran off Compass Coffee moving into the old BK space, they don't want a tenant to use the drive thru it is zoned for. Mom's Market has been poised to open for months, supposedly some snafu re: signage? yet ANC and Frumin have done nothing. That might bring law abiding folks to the corridor.

It was STUNNING to watch. The commissioners were feeding her answers. Like, “you’re going to have security . . . . right?” They so wanted a pot store in Van Ness despite it being stones throw to hundreds of formerly homeless and mentally ill people. It’s all my neighbors talked about for days.

Very close to Burke and UDC also.

My neighbors seem to think all of this is great. Watching the LE response on Saturday, with the ambulance driving away, they loudly affirmed their support for the voucher program as is. So, I appreciate your post, it's been lonely and quite surreal in my part of the neighborhood. Why they don't worry about the safety of their kids is beyond me.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Housing vouchers are not synonymous with crime. The crime likely happened due to outside people. I have no idea why people who are transplants begrudge people a basic necessity such as housing.

Crime happens everywhere, not just one place. While the 7-11 owner mentioned that he was threatened, he was not forcibly hurt nor was his daughter. Some of the commentary at these community meetings sound like dog whistles with racist undertones.

Housing vouchers have nothing to do with the 2-3 crimes happening in Ward 3 every few months. The real crime is the price of housing in this city, the lack of fresh food options and grocery along Connecticut Ave and the lack of employment options for those stuck in minimum wage options.

This is an unbelievable take. The 7/11 owner spoke powerfully, and I hope they catch and detain those who have harassed his family. There was nothing racist about the discussion; in fact, the most powerful speakers were people of colors. We need to step up the pressure on our elected officials at all levels of government. Frumin was weak at that meeting, but started to see the light as it progressed. Thankful to Brook Pinto who got pre-trial detention back in place.

What is this people of color? These are people of an ethnic origin who migrated to North America. Just because a person comes from an ethnic group does not mean that they themselves cannot have racist believes or values. Again, crime happens everywhere. If this worker/owner of the 7/11 were somewhere in India, Afghanistan or Mexico crime would still be an issue and no one would be mentioning race.

Frumin is doing a good job of balance, DC will never be crime free but to go total facist/Mussolini is unwarranted.

[Anonymous]

Forget being "heard," people need to demand outcome oriented change and some of the recent Council actions need to be reconsidered. People with recent violent pasts should not be put in commercial buildings full of families and the elderly. Violent criminals of all ages should be held prior to trial to prevent additional crimes, etc. It's not rocket science. Congress needs to be pressured to exercise oversight over DOJ/USAO so they prosecute cases at a similar level to the early Obama years, etc.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Housing vouchers are not synonymous with crime. The crime likely happened due to outside people. I have no idea why people who are transplants begrudge people a basic necessity such as housing.

Crime happens everywhere, not just one place. While the 7-11 owner mentioned that he was threatened, he was not forcibly hurt nor was his daughter. Some of the commentary at these community meetings sound like dog whistles with racist undertones.

Housing vouchers have nothing to do with the 2-3 crimes happening in Ward 3 every few months. The real crime is the price of housing in this city, the lack of fresh food options and grocery along Connecticut Ave and the lack of employment options for those stuck in minimum wage options.

This is an unbelievable take. The 7/11 owner spoke powerfully, and I hope they catch and detain those who have harassed his family. There was nothing racist about the discussion; in fact, the most powerful speakers were people of colors. We need to step up the pressure on our elected officials at all levels of government. Frumin was weak at that meeting, but started to see the light as it progressed. Thankful to Brook Pinto who got pre-trial detention back in place.

What is this people of color? These are people of an ethnic origin who migrated to North America. Just because a person comes from an ethnic group does not mean that they themselves cannot have racist believes or values. Again, crime happens everywhere. If this worker/owner of the 7/11 were somewhere in India, Afghanistan or Mexico crime would still be an issue and no one would be mentioning race.

Frumin is doing a good job of balance, DC will never be crime free but to go total facist/Mussolini is unwarranted.

What, exactly and specifically, IS Frumin doing?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Forget being "heard," people need to demand outcome oriented change and some of the recent Council actions need to be reconsidered. People with recent violent pasts should not be put in commercial buildings full of families and the elderly. Violent criminals of all ages should be held prior to trial to prevent additional crimes, etc. It's not rocket science. Congress needs to be pressured to exercise oversight over DOJ/USAO so they prosecute cases at a similar level to the early Obama years, etc.

All of this.
Plus, any criminal activity should be grounds for immediate eviction and loss of voucher.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:A man was shot just after 3:00 pm today near the 4600 block of Connecticut Ave NW. The suspects fled through Forest Hills playground. The victim was shot in the abdomen and was taken and treated at the hospital. It should be noted this happened during a rain storm.

Very upsetting on many levels.

Meh. Crime was worse in the 90’s.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Housing vouchers are not synonymous with crime. The crime likely happened due to outside people. I have no idea why people who are transplants begrudge people a basic necessity such as housing.

Crime happens everywhere, not just one place. While the 7-11 owner mentioned that he was threatened, he was not forcibly hurt nor was his daughter. Some of the commentary at these community meetings sound like dog whistles with racist undertones.

Housing vouchers have nothing to do with the 2-3 crimes happening in Ward 3 every few months. The real crime is the price of housing in this city, the lack of fresh food options and grocery along Connecticut Ave and the lack of employment options for those stuck in minimum wage options.

This is an unbelievable take. The 7/11 owner spoke powerfully, and I hope they catch and detain those who have harassed his family. There was nothing racist about the discussion; in fact, the most powerful speakers were people of colors. We need to step up the pressure on our elected officials at all levels of government. Frumin was weak at that meeting, but started to see the light as it progressed. Thankful to Brook Pinto who got pre-trial detention back in place.

What is this people of color? These are people of an ethnic origin who migrated to North America. Just because a person comes from an ethnic group does not mean that they themselves cannot have racist believes or values. Again, crime happens everywhere. If this worker/owner of the 7/11 were somewhere in India, Afghanistan or Mexico crime would still be an issue and no one would be mentioning race.

Frumin is doing a good job of balance, DC will never be crime free but to go total facist/Mussolini is unwarranted.

What, exactly and specifically, IS Frumin doing?

I appreciate that he is showing up to community meetings, he is speaking to tenant organization groups in various buildings in Ward 3, his statement that he out out was quiite frankly thoughtful, sound and balanced. The hysteria over the 3-4 crimes that happen in Ward 3 is ridiculous. Trayvon White and the residents of Ward 8 have far greater concerns and have a right to be vocal more so than the people in Ward 3. People must also hold themselves accountable, be vigilant and if you see something obviously call the police, don't attempt to interfere and be a local hero.

I have worked in insurance litigation, insurers of commercial properties tell their insured to inform their employees to let items be stolen because the loss of material items are covered. What is not covered is an employee who chooses to act out as a hero to save material possessions. Insurers do not want to be held liable for an employee's death, injury or other harm from chasing, or tusseling with a person in the act of committing a crime.

[Anonymous]

People are getting shot all over DC at all times of day, but You People only care when it happens in the "nice" neighborhoods.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:Housing vouchers are not synonymous with crime. The crime likely happened due to outside people. I have no idea why people who are transplants begrudge people a basic necessity such as housing.

Crime happens everywhere, not just one place. While the 7-11 owner mentioned that he was threatened, he was not forcibly hurt nor was his daughter. Some of the commentary at these community meetings sound like dog whistles with racist undertones.

Housing vouchers have nothing to do with the 2-3 crimes happening in Ward 3 every few months. The real crime is the price of housing in this city, the lack of fresh food options and grocery along Connecticut Ave and the lack of employment options for those stuck in minimum wage options.

This is an unbelievable take. The 7/11 owner spoke powerfully, and I hope they catch and detain those who have harassed his family. There was nothing racist about the discussion; in fact, the most powerful speakers were people of colors. We need to step up the pressure on our elected officials at all levels of government. Frumin was weak at that meeting, but started to see the light as it progressed. Thankful to Brook Pinto who got pre-trial detention back in place.

What is this people of color? These are people of an ethnic origin who migrated to North America. Just because a person comes from an ethnic group does not mean that they themselves cannot have racist believes or values. Again, crime happens everywhere. If this worker/owner of the 7/11 were somewhere in India, Afghanistan or Mexico crime would still be an issue and no one would be mentioning race.

Frumin is doing a good job of balance, DC will never be crime free but to go total facist/Mussolini is unwarranted.

What, exactly and specifically, IS Frumin doing?

I appreciate that he is showing up to community meetings, he is speaking to tenant organization groups in various buildings in Ward 3, his statement that he out out was quiite frankly thoughtful, sound and balanced. The hysteria over the 3-4 crimes that happen in Ward 3 is ridiculous. Trayvon White and the residents of Ward 8 have far greater concerns and have a right to be vocal more so than the people in Ward 3. People must also hold themselves accountable, be vigilant and if you see something obviously call the police, don't attempt to interfere and be a local hero.

I have worked in insurance litigation, insurers of commercial properties tell their insured to inform their employees to let items be stolen because the loss of material items are covered. What is not covered is an employee who chooses to act out as a hero to save material possessions. Insurers do not want to be held liable for an employee's death, injury or other harm from chasing, or tusseling with a person in the act of committing a crime.

What are you even talking about? Nobody “tussles” with a stray bullet in a playground.

[Anonymous]

I hope Pinto's bill does not sunset. We absolutely need pre-trial detention of people who use guns or commit any kind of violent crime, even if they are juveniles. People need to write to their council members to ensure that this stays in place.

[Anonymous]

Finally a response from Frumin

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:When I lived EOTP, it was common for me and neighbors to drive kids to Forest Hills Playground or to Rose Park or Palisades. That SHOOTERS ran across this playground at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon blows my mind. And basically crickets from the political class and somewhat of a shrug from residents. No community meeting scheduled as of yet...

https://dgs.dc.gov/page/dgs-forest-hills-park--play-dc-playground-project

3 shots were fired, 1 hit the victim, what do people think will protect you or your kids on the sidewalk from the other 2 as you go to the park, tennis courts, BreadFurst or Politics & Prose in broad daylight on a weekend?

If the provisions limiting the criminal background screenings and evictions were changed and landlords were held responsible for results or become ineligible for program, things would change. Too much money being made from status quo, I suppose. The WP series on Sedgewick Gardens laid out how disruptive tenants can be used to clear buildings of below market rent stabilized tenants and those who have the resources to exercise TOPA.

Curious- why didn’t you walk to your local playground? Or drive to one closer to your home?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Courtney Carlson, ANC commissioner and Forest Hills resident, how are you going to address this? There should be an uproar about the shooting in your very own neighborhood.

ANC 3F was absolutely giddy about trying to approve a marijuana dispensary in Van Ness in walking distance to all these apartment building. They’re absolutely insane. Fortunately, the applicant appeared to be getting high on her own supply and was unable to answer even basic questions at her hearing. It was one of the craziest things I’ve ever seen in DC government.

What is it with these Connecticut Avenue ANCs?! They all resulted from the blatant gerrymandering of districts before the last election. The ANC just to the south (Woodley-Cleveland Park), instead of focusing on the crime increase in the area, instead provided a platform for an offender-advocacy group that proposed that DC pay people not to commit crimes. Talk about tone deaf!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Housing vouchers are not synonymous with crime. The crime likely happened due to outside people. I have no idea why people who are transplants begrudge people a basic necessity such as housing.

Crime happens everywhere, not just one place. While the 7-11 owner mentioned that he was threatened, he was not forcibly hurt nor was his daughter. Some of the commentary at these community meetings sound like dog whistles with racist undertones.

Housing vouchers have nothing to do with the 2-3 crimes happening in Ward 3 every few months. The real crime is the price of housing in this city, the lack of fresh food options and grocery along Connecticut Ave and the lack of employment options for those stuck in minimum wage options.

This is an unbelievable take. The 7/11 owner spoke powerfully, and I hope they catch and detain those who have harassed his family. There was nothing racist about the discussion; in fact, the most powerful speakers were people of colors. We need to step up the pressure on our elected officials at all levels of government. Frumin was weak at that meeting, but started to see the light as it progressed. Thankful to Brook Pinto who got pre-trial detention back in place.

What is this people of color? These are people of an ethnic origin who migrated to North America. Just because a person comes from an ethnic group does not mean that they themselves cannot have racist believes or values. Again, crime happens everywhere. If this worker/owner of the 7/11 were somewhere in India, Afghanistan or Mexico crime would still be an issue and no one would be mentioning race.

Frumin is doing a good job of balance, DC will never be crime free but to go total facist/Mussolini is unwarranted.

Why are you calling enforcement of laws "fascist/Mussolini"? All our children deserve to live their lives and go about their days without fear of being harmed or killed