MPD Provides Rapid Response to Spike in Georgetown Crime
By • July 22, 2024 0 1168
By Mark Martinkov
The week of July 15 saw unusually high levels of criminal activity in Georgetown. The Metropolitan Police Department’s Second District rapidly mobilized to address the short-term spike in crime head on with a significant increase in officer presence and the ongoing dispatch of its Mountain Bike Unit. MPD Commander Savoy, Captain Haskis and Lieutenant Merzig have been extremely responsive to community groups, such as the Citizens Association of Georgetown, ensuring the neighbors and other stakeholder in the community are aware of any updates in real time. Community groups are working with MPD to support additional safety measures to deter, prevent and prosecute criminal activity.
One Man Dead after Stabbing at the Georgetown Safeway
A stabbing in the parking garage of the Georgetown Safeway at 1855 Wisconsin Ave. NW resulted in the death of one man and the injury of another. MPD reported that the altercation occurred at noon on Wednesday, July 17, which started as a fight between multiple delivery drivers, who all knew each other. It escalated, ending with one individual stabbing two others. Both victims went to nearby MedStar Georgetown University Hospital on Reservoir Road. The decedent was identified as a 36-year-old man from Fairfax, VA, while the second victim, who suffered critical injuries, was also named.
MPD Response: On Thursday, July 18, less than 24 hours after the incident, a 34-year-old man from Alexandria was arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed and assault with intent to kill. Commander Savoy held regular discussions with community leaders regarding the developing situation until the investigation was closed.
Assault and Robbery on the 1000 Block of Wisconsin Ave.
At 12:30 a.m. on July 19, at 1080 Wisconsin Ave. NW, a victim was assaulted and had her purse taken. After leaving a bar, two females were approached by another group of two females who asked to use their phone. When they declined, the suspects assaulted the victim pulling her to the ground and stealing her bag. The suspects were last seen fleeing in a gray sedan with tinted windows and Texas license plates (unknown tag number).
MPD Response: Several hours after the incident was reported, MPD located the suspects’ vehicle parked along Water Street and placed the suspect under arrest. Merzig reached out to members of the community to provide an update on the arrest and ensure neighbors knew this was no longer a threat.
Robbery on 3000 Block of O St.
On Tuesday, July 16, the 3000 block of O Street, police responded to a robbery. Victims 1 and 2 were approached by Juvenile Suspects 1 through 3, who brandished handguns and demanded their property. The victims complied with the suspects’ demands, after which Suspects 1 through 3 fled the scene in a black Honda Accord with heavily tinted windows bearing Virginia license plates.
MPD Response: The Second District team reached out to local community members, including CAG’s Block Captains for any evidence related to the investigation of this crime. This investigation is ongoing. (Neighbors who spoke to The Georgetowner said it appeared that the group knew each other and that no residents were involved in this incident.) Anyone who may have additional information about this shooting is asked to contact MPD at 202-727-9099, or text the department’s tip line at 50411.
MPD Arrests Stalking Suspect in Georgetown
Community members were made aware of ongoing stalking issues occurring in and around Georgetown. Specifically, a victim reported a suspect stalked her on multiple occasions between July 5 and July 21. The incidents occurred in Georgetown and Foggy Bottom. With the help of community members, the suspect was identified, located and placed under arrest.
MPD Response: On Sunday, July 21, 39-year-old Delonta Deon Spriggs of Northeast D.C. was arrested and charged with Stalking. Detectives continue to investigate similar offenses that occurred nearby. Anyone with any information on this case is urged to call the MPD at 202-727-9099 or text 50411.
Man Arrested in 2022 Georgetown Burglary
Police announced a suspect has been charged in a burglary that occurred in Northwest in 2022. On Monday, July 4, 2022, at approximately 2:48 a.m., the suspect entered an occupied residence in the 3000 block of West Lane Keys NW. Once inside, the suspect took property then fled the scene.
MPD Response: On Monday, July 15, 39-year-old Kevin Stoutamire, of Northeast D.C. was arrested by the United States Park Police. He was charged pursuant to a D.C. Superior Court arrest warrant with Burglary One.
