Dear Chief Lanier-

First, let me say thank you sincerely for your work and the work of
all the officers of the MPD on behalf of the city and its citizens. It
is a difficult job and one that does not earn you enough appreciation.

As a resident of Trinidad Avenue in the Fifth District, I have been
pleased to see more officers on foot, bike and in cars patrolling the
neighborhood. My husband and I even saw some of the MPD horse trailers
on Montello Avenue last week. The effort is much appreciated.

However, I would like more detail regarding a statement in your update:

"Due to the work of our Homicide Detectives, we have arrested 14
people on murder charges in the last thirty days; we have closed three
of the 18 homicides that have occurred in the Fifth District; and on
April 3, we arrested three armed individuals that had just shot
someone in the Saratoga area of the Fifth District.  This high number
of closed cases is a true testament to the theory that community
involvement truly is the backbone to closing cases."

I do not believe closing 3 homicides out of 18 to be a high number at
all (16.6 percent). What was the homicide closure rate for 2007?

I understand and agree that you need more community involvement to
solve crimes. (Seeing a man at the Home Depot on Brentwood last
weekend with a "Stop Snitching" shirt made my skin crawl.) And I
applaud the successes that the MPD has had so far this year.

But 3 out of 18 on any school quiz is a failing grade. And it does
little to make me feel safer on the streets of my neighborhood as I
walk to the grocery store with my children.

What else can be done both by the police and citizens? DC deserves
better, safer streets for everyone.

Thank you again for taking the time to participate in the community
dialogue on this forum. I really appreciate it.

Sincerely,
Virginia

Key for abbreviations

F&V- type of crime: Force and Violence

EVN MID – denotes shift Evening or Midnight

UNK unknown

DV or DOMVI – Domestic violence

2045 2100 denotes time (military)

501  07106191 denotes offence ID number

B/O block of

BLK denotes block

PSA 501

Robbery Gun

SHIFT: MID 04/10/2008   0125 UNK

UNIT BLK N ST NW, Street/Highway/Road 501  08047071

ADW Other

SHIFT: DAY 04/29/2008   0850 0900

200 BLK RANDOLPH PL NE, Residence/Home 501  08056699

Status: Closed - PSA

Burglary 2

SHIFT: EVN 04/18/2008   04/29/2008 1500 1300

UNIT BLK QUINCY PL NE, Other 501  08056838

Theft 1

SHIFT: UNK 04/28/2008   1530 UNK

UNIT BLK T ST NE, Public/Private School 501  08056793

Theft 2

SHIFT: EVN 04/30/2008   1930 UNK

500 BLK RHODE ISLAND AVE NE, Specialty Store 501  08057549

Status: Closed - PSA

Theft F/Auto 2

SHIFT: EVN 04/25/2008   04/29/2008 1500 0930

 RANDOLPH AND NORTH CAPITOL ST.NE, Street/Highway/Road 501  08056749

PSA 502

Theft 2

SHIFT: EVN 04/29/2008   1930 2355

1200 BLK EVARTS ST NE, Residence/Home 502  08057134

Stolen Auto

SHIFT: EVN 04/30/2008   1455 1912

2800 BLK 15TH ST.NE, Street/Highway/Road 502  08057517

PSA 503

Robbery Gun

SHIFT: MID 04/29/2008  0200 0234

3100 BLK SOUTH DAKOTA AVE NE, Alley 503  08056658

Robbery Car Jacking - Gun

SHIFT: EVN 04/29/2008   1356 1358

2100 BLK BLADENSBURG RD NE, Parking Lot/Parking Garage 503  08056904

Status: Closed - Detectives

ADW Gun

SHIFT: EVN 04/29/2008   1350 1354

2800 BLK V ST NE, Other 503  08056903

Status: Closed – Detectives

Theft F/Auto 1

SHIFT: MID 04/29/2008   0200 0920

3100 BLK FORT LINCOLN ST.NE, Street/Highway/Road 503  08056705

Stolen Auto

SHIFT: MID 04/25/2008  0530 1940

2600 BLK NEW YORK AVE NE, Street/Highway/Road 503  08056396

Stolen Auto

SHIFT: MID 04/28/2008   04/29/2008 2200 0830

3000 BLK BLADENSBURG RD NE, Parking Lot/Parking Garage 503  08056822

PSA 504

Robbery F&V

SHIFT: EVN 04/30/2008  2100 2105

1300 BLK NEWYORK AVE. NE, D.C. Government Building 504  08067605

Status: Closed – PSA

ADW Other

SHIFT: EVN 04/29/2008  1838 1846

1100 BLK HOLBROOK TER NE, Street/Highway/Road 504  08056975

Status: Closed – PSA

ADW Knife

SHIFT: MID 04/28/2008   04/29/2008 2225 UNK

1300 BLK NEW YORK AVE NE, D.C. Government Building 504  08056616

Status: Closed - PSA

Burglary 2

SHIFT: DAY 04/29/2008   0800 1510

1800 BLK CENTRAL PL NE, Residence/Home 504  08056900

Theft 1

SHIFT: MID 04/29/2008   0143 UNK

1800 BLK H PL NE, Sidewalk 504  08056654

 Theft 1

SHIFT: MID 04/14/2008   04/18/2008 2230 2300

1800 BLK BLADENSBURG RD NE, D.C. Government Building 504  08057583

Theft F/Auto 2

SHIFT: DAY 04/29/2008   04/30/2008 0800 0700

1200 BLK MOUNT OLIVET RD NE, Parking Lot/Parking Garage 504  08057226

 PSA 505

Theft 1

SHIFT: DAY 04/30/2008   0700 0710

900 BLK RHODE ISLAND AVE NE, Specialty Store 505  08057217

Status: Closed - PSA

Theft F/Auto 2

I suppose that I am not surprised that no one has answered my questions about the pocket bike situation. I do understand that taking care of homicides in DC is a Number 1 priority and I support that. 

However, I am talking about a quality of life, a "broken windows" issue. I do not see pocket bikes on sidewalks in certain areas of the city. But I do see so-called "minor" public annoyances like pocket bike riding occurring in areas of DC that are border line problem areas.

What decent, intelligent parent would think that a loud, cheap, short 2 wheel vehicle is the thing for their child? What kind of adult would think that this was as safe as a non-registered vehicle or a bicycle? Think about it. Sometimes Big Brother's Touch is needed for common sense civilization so that we can all live safely.

What local government would put up with pocket bikes for so long? I can Google forever and find other (than DC) jurisdictions realizing this hazard.  An example from 2005: The Alexandria City Council... (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/07/06/AR2005070601001.html)

Again, I do understand the greater concern with dealing with the homicides. I had a relative murdered in this ward in 2006. It is another unsolved homicide.

WE ALL NEED TO BE INVOLVED IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS. Let us start with our own block.

It is scary for some of us. We might get labeled as a do-gooders or snitches. Remember to take care of yourself and family first. Sometimes little things might help on your block. Let them see you pick up trash around your home.

When I first moved back into DC, I was a little timid about being here. And I was born in DC and grew up in a working class neighborhood. I did not see good hard-working folks hiding and putting up with "mess." 

I pay to live where I am. I work hard. I deserve a decent quality of life on my block without "broken windows." The "broken windows" are on my block - but I am determined to do what little that I can to repair the windows. I/We can also use the assistance of some common sense from the DC Government before the murders. We can also help ourselves and help the DC Government before...

--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "imzenaida" <zenaida@...> wrote:
>
> What is the DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
> Is there a DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
> Do you need a license to operate a Pocket Bike?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed on the street?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors? On the Sidewalk? On
> the Street?
> Are pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors under 4 feet in
> height? On the Sidewalk? On the Street?
>
> My sidewalk and street was repaired recently. I live in a block of
> rentals. Other than being unsafe for the short ones riding up and down
> my sidewalk, will Pocket Bike riding ruin what the DC Government has
> fixed?
>
> Would I have to ask these questions if I lived in Ward 3?
>
> Thank you in advance.
>

Is there anything that can be done about the amount of traffic that
use our neighborhood as a cut through from South Dakota to Rhode
Island, especially the UPS trucks? I believe there is a sign that says
no cut thru traffic on Irving Street, but it is disregarded. The
biggest concern is that they come off of South Dakota onto Irving
Street, and then turn right onto 24th Street to Rhode Island and speed
as fast as they can. Two infractions: speeding and cut thru. Any help
to make a statement to stop cutting through when it is not allowed,
and to catch them speeding, would help out greatly. Thanks so much!

IMZENAIDA,
I think your first email had too many questions, and they were too closely
linked.  In a moment of frustration, I think any resident is prone to do that. 
This may be especially true for those of us who agree w/ you on the 'broken
window' issue.  When I see an officer ignore a minor crime, (my blood boils
then) I spend the time trying to justify their action in my mind.  I try to stay
aware of the fact they have undisclosed priorities, tasks, assignment, and
threats.  But to the point.
 
For your question:
Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
Were we not instructed to dial 911 when we see this occur?
 
Please, please correct me if I recall this email thread incorrectly, b/c I will 
be one of the first residents calling THIS weekend.
-jon

----- Original Message ----
From: imzenaida <zenaida@...>
To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, May 2, 2008 2:54:16 AM
Subject: [MPD-5D] Re: Let's Discuss Pocket Bikes


I suppose that I am not surprised that no one has answered my questions about
the pocket bike situation. I do understand that taking care of homicides in DC
is a Number 1 priority and I support that. 
However, I am talking about a quality of life, a "broken windows" issue. I do
not see pocket bikes on sidewalks in certain areas of the city. But I do see
so-called "minor" public annoyances like pocket bike riding occurring in areas
of DC that are border line problem areas.
What decent, intelligent parent would think that a loud, cheap, short 2 wheel
vehicle is the thing for their child? What kind of adult would think that this
was as safe as a non-registered vehicle or a bicycle? Think about it. Sometimes
Big Brother's Touch is needed for common sense civilization so that we can all
live safely.
What local government would put up with pocket bikes for so long? I can Google
forever and find other (than DC) jurisdictions realizing this hazard.  An
example from 2005: The Alexandria City Council... (http://www.washingt
onpost.com/ wp-dyn/content/ article/2005/ 07/06/AR20050706 01001.html)
Again, I do understand the greater concern with dealing with the homicides. I
had a relative murdered in this ward in 2006. It is another unsolved homicide.
WE ALL NEED TO BE INVOLVED IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS. Let us start with our own
block.
It is scary for some of us. We might get labeled as a do-gooders or snitches.
Remember to take care of yourself and family first. Sometimes little things
might help on your block. Let them see you pick up trash around your home.
When I first moved back into DC, I was a little timid about being here. And I
was born in DC and grew up in a working class neighborhood. I did not see good
hard-working folks hiding and putting up with "mess." 
I pay to live where I am. I work hard. I deserve a decent quality of life on my
block without "broken windows." The "broken windows" are on my block - but I am
determined to do what little that I can to repair the windows. I/We can also use
the assistance of some common sense from the DC Government before the murders.
We can also help ourselves and help the DC Government before...
--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups. com, "imzenaida" <zenaida@...> wrote:
>
> What is the DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
> Is there a DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
> Do you need a license to operate a Pocket Bike?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed on the street?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors? On the Sidewalk? On
> the Street?
> Are pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors under 4 feet in
> height? On the Sidewalk? On the Street?
>
> My sidewalk and street was repaired recently. I live in a block of
> rentals. Other than being unsafe for the short ones riding up and down
> my sidewalk, will Pocket Bike riding ruin what the DC Government has
> fixed?
>
> Would I have to ask these questions if I lived in Ward 3?
>
> Thank you in advance.

-------------- Original message --------------
From: Jon <jwh_east@...>

IMZENAIDA,
I think your first email had too many questions, and they were too closely linked. In a moment of frustration, I think any resident is prone to do that. This may be especially true for those of us who agree w/ you on the 'broken window' issue. When I see an officer ignore a minor crime, (my blood boils then) I spend the time trying to justify their action in my mind. I try to stay aware of the fact they have undisclosed priorities, tasks, assignment, and threats. But to the point.

For your question:
Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
Were we not instructed to dial 911 when we see this occur?

Please, please correct me if I recall this email thread incorrectly, b/c I will be one of the first residents calling THIS weekend.
-jon

----- Original Message ----
From: imzenaida <zenaida@emailaccount.com>
To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, May 2, 2008 2:54:16 AM
Subject: [MPD-5D] Re: Let's Discuss Pocket Bikes

I suppose that I am not surprised that no one has answered my questions about the pocket bike situation. I do understand that taking care of homicides in DC is a Number 1 priority and I support that.
However, I am talking about a quality of life, a "broken windows" issue. I do not see pocket bikes on sidewalks in certain areas of the city. But I do see so-called "minor" public annoyances like pocket bike riding occurring in areas of DC that are border line problem areas.
What decent, intelligent parent would think that a loud, cheap, short 2 wheel vehicle is the thing for their child? What kind of adult would think that this was as safe as a non-registered vehicle or a bicycle? Think about it. Sometimes Big Brother's Touch is needed for common sense civilization so that we can all live safely.
What local government would put up with pocket bikes for so long? I can Goog le forever and find other (than DC) jurisdictions realizing this hazard. An example from 2005: The Alexandria City Council... (http://www.washingt onpost.com/ wp-dyn/content/ article/2005/ 07/06/AR20050706 01001.html)
Again, I do understand the greater concern with dealing with the homicides. I had a relative murdered in this ward in 2006. It is another unsolved homicide.
WE ALL NEED TO BE INVOLVED IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS. Let us start with our own block.
It is scary for some of us. We might get labeled as a do-gooders or snitches. Remember to take care of yourself and family first. Sometimes little things might help on your block. Let them see you pick up trash around your home.
When I first moved back into DC, I was a little timid about being here. And I was born in DC and grew up in a working class neighborhood. I did not see good hard-working folks hiding and putting up with "mess."
I pay to live where I am. I work hard. I d eserve a decent quality of life on my block without "broken windows." The "broken windows" are on my block - but I am determined to do what little that I can to repair the windows. I/We can also use the assistance of some common sense from the DC Government before the murders. We can also help ourselves and help the DC Government before...
--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups. com, "imzenaida" <zenaida@...> wrote:
>
> What is the DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
> Is there a DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
> Do you need a license to operate a Pocket Bike?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed on the street?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
> Are Pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors? On the Sidewalk? On
> the Street?
> Are pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors under 4 feet in
> height? On the Sidewalk? On the Street?
>
> My sidewalk and street was repaired recently. I live in a block of
> ; rentals. Other than being unsafe for the short ones riding up and down
> my sidewalk, will Pocket Bike riding ruin what the DC Government has
> fixed?
>
> Would I have to ask these questions if I lived in Ward 3?
>
> Thank you in advance.

If the device doesn't have an engine that produces 50 cc's then it is not considered a vehicle.  Therefore the regulations revert to that of almost a bike. I am researching the regs to see if any apply to a pocket bike!!

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 -----Original Message-----
From:   Taylor Armstrong [mailto:Taylor.Armstrong@...]
Sent:   Friday, May 02, 2008 11:20 AM Eastern Standard Time
To:     MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Subject:        Re: [MPD-5D] Let's Discuss Pocket Bikes

I think one problem is that nobody has defined "pocket bike".  Until you clearly define it, a lot of people are going to have trouble answering you.

Under 50cc?  Under a certain seat hight?  I honestly don't know what a "pocket bike" is.


On Fri, May 2, 2008 at 10:41 AM, Jon <jwh_east@... <mailto:jwh_east@...> > wrote:


        IMZENAIDA,
        I think your first email had too many questions, and they were too closely linked.  In a moment of frustration, I think any resident is prone to do that.  This may be especially true for those of us who agree w/ you on the 'broken window' issue.  When I see an officer ignore a minor crime, (my blood boils then) I spend the time trying to justify their action in my mind.  I try to stay aware of the fact they have undisclosed priorities, tasks, assignment, and threats.  But to the point.
        
        For your question:
        Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
        Were we not instructed to dial 911 when we see this occur?
        
        Please, please correct me if I recall this email thread incorrectly, b/c I will  be one of the first residents calling THIS weekend.
        -jon
       
        ----- Original Message ----
        From: imzenaida <zenaida@... <mailto:zenaida%40emailaccount.com> >
        To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com <mailto:MPD-5D%40yahoogroups.com>
        Sent: Friday, May 2, 2008 2:54:16 AM
        Subject: [MPD-5D] Re: Let's Discuss Pocket Bikes
       
        I suppose that I am not surprised that no one has answered my questions about the pocket bike situation. I do understand that taking care of homicides in DC is a Number 1 priority and I support that. 
        However, I am talking about a quality of life, a "broken windows" issue. I do not see pocket bikes on sidewalks in certain areas of the city. But I do see so-called "minor" public annoyances like pocket bike riding occurring in areas of DC that are border line problem areas.
        What decent, intelligent parent would think that a loud, cheap, short 2 wheel vehicle is the thing for their child? What kind of adult would think that this was as safe as a non-registered vehicle or a bicycle? Think about it. Sometimes Big Brother's Touch is needed for common sense civilization so that we can all live safely.
        What local government would put up with pocket bikes for so long? I can Google forever and find other (than DC) jurisdictions realizing this hazard.  An example from 2005: The Alexandria City Council... (http://www.washingt onpost.com/ wp-dyn/content/ article/2005/ 07/06/AR20050706 01001.html)
        Again, I do understand the greater concern with dealing with the homicides. I had a relative murdered in this ward in 2006. It is another unsolved homicide.
        WE ALL NEED TO BE INVOLVED IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS. Let us start with our own block.
        It is scary for some of us. We might get labeled as a do-gooders or snitches. Remember to take care of yourself and family first. Sometimes little things might help on your block. Let them see you pick up trash around your home.
        When I first moved back into DC, I was a little timid about being here. And I was born in DC and grew up in a working class neighborhood. I did not see good hard-working folks hiding and putting up with "mess."
        I pay to live where I am. I work hard. I deserve a decent quality of life on my block without "broken windows." The "broken windows" are on my block - but I am determined to do what little that I can to repair the windows. I/We can also use the assistance of some common sense from the DC Government before the murders. We can also help ourselves and help the DC Government before...
        --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups. com, "imzenaida" <zenaida@...> wrote:
        >
        > What is the DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
        > Is there a DC Law regarding Pocket Bikes?
        > Do you need a license to operate a Pocket Bike?
        > Are Pocket Bikes allowed on the street?
        > Are Pocket Bikes allowed on sidewalks?
        > Are Pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors? On the Sidewalk? On
        > the Street?
        > Are pocket Bikes allowed to be operated by minors under 4 feet in
        > height? On the Sidewalk? On the Street?
        >
        > My sidewalk and street was repaired recently. I live in a block of
        > rentals. Other than being unsafe for the short ones riding up and down
        > my sidewalk, will Pocket Bike riding ruin what the DC Government has
        > fixed?
        >
        > Would I have to ask these questions if I lived in Ward 3?
        >
        > Thank you in advance.
       
       

       

Really?  Because that wasn't true when I registered and insured my
scooter (under 50cc), which by the way can go up to 50 mph.

Thanks for doing the research.  If you what you say is true, then I
think citizens definitely need to go to Council to change the law.

Kristen



--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "Greene, Lamar \(MPD\)"
<lamar.greene@...> wrote:
>
> If the device doesn't have an engine that produces 50 cc's then it
is not considered a vehicle.  Therefore the regulations revert to that
of almost a bike. I am researching the regs to see if any apply to a
pocket bike!!

From what I have see, I would GUESS that the DC DMV will gladly take your money
for a store bought 49cc scooter, such as a Vespa or Honda.
To get an Residential Parking Permit (RPP) you would need to register the
scooter.  To protect your investment from theft, you would need insurance, which
again may point you to the DMV.  To enter a military reservation or
installation, you need a motor vehicle registration.  Registration not a bad
idea for a 49cc scooter, but I have no idea if it is actually required by law. 
My guess.



----- Original Message ----
From: k_fw <k_fw@...>
To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, May 2, 2008 11:47:26 AM
Subject: [MPD-5D] Re: Let's Discuss Pocket Bikes


Really? Because that wasn't true when I registered and insured my
scooter (under 50cc), which by the way can go up to 50 mph.

Thanks for doing the research. If you what you say is true, then I
think citizens definitely need to go to Council to change the law.

Kristen

--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups. com, "Greene, Lamar \(MPD\)"
<lamar.greene@ ...> wrote:
>
> If the device doesn't have an engine that produces 50 cc's then it
is not considered a vehicle. Therefore the regulations revert to that
of almost a bike. I am researching the regs to see if any apply to a
pocket bike!!

Key for abbreviations

F&V- type of crime: Force and Violence

EVN MID – denotes shift Evening or Midnight

UNK unknown

DV or DOMVI – Domestic violence

2045 2100 denotes time (military)

501  07106191 denotes offence ID number

B/O block of

BLK denotes block

PSA 501

ADW Knife

SHIFT: MID    05/01/2008      2310    2320

1900 B/O 3RD ST NE, Residence/Home         501 08058153

Status: Closed - PSA

Theft F/Auto 2

SHIFT: EVN    05/01/2008      1515    1820

HAREWOOD RD NE & MICHIGAN AVE NE, College/University   501 08058064

PSA 502

NONE

PSA 503

NONE

PSA 504

ADW Gun

SHIFT: EVN    05/01/2008      1300    1310

1200 B/O PENN ST NE, Sidewalk     504 08057867

Burglary 2

SHIFT: DAY   04/28/2008      05/01/2008 1000         1715

2300 B/O H ST NE, Residence/Home 504 08057990

Theft F/Auto 1

SHIFT: DAY   05/01/2008      0640    0940

1300 B/O OKIE ST NE, Street/Highway/Road            504  08057811

PSA 505

Theft F/Auto 2

SHIFT: EVN    04/30/2008      1800    2130

2200 B/O BLADENSBURG RD NE, Street/Highway/Road    505 08057729

Fayette Vaughn-Lee

5D Community Outreach Coordinator

202 698-0188

I will have your PSA lieutenant, Lt Hughes instruct the officers to give special attention to this area.

---

From: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com [mailto:MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of pyramus12
Sent: Friday, May 02, 2008 9:25 AM
To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [MPD-5D] Irving and 24th

Is there anything that can be done about the amount of traffic that
use our neighborhood as a cut through from South Dakota to Rhode
Island, especially the UPS trucks? I believe there is a sign that says
no cut thru traffic on Irving Street, but it is disregarded. The
biggest concern is that they come off of South Dakota onto Irving
Street, and then turn right onto 24th Street to Rhode Island and speed
as fast as they can. Two infractions: speeding and cut thru. Any help
to make a statement to stop cutting through when it is not allowed,
and to catch them speeding, would help out greatly. Thanks so much!

24th and Irving is PSA 505. A lot of vehicles are using Irving and
Hamlin Streets as "work-arounds" while Vista/Franklin St. is closed
for bridge repair. We'll keep an eye out for the speeders.

--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "Greene, Lamar \(MPD\)"
<lamar.greene@...> wrote:
>
> I will have your PSA lieutenant, Lt Hughes instruct the officers to
give
> special attention to this area.
>
>
>
> ________________________________
>
> From: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com [mailto:MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com] On
Behalf
> Of pyramus12
> Sent: Friday, May 02, 2008 9:25 AM
> To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [MPD-5D] Irving and 24th
>
>
>
> Is there anything that can be done about the amount of traffic that
> use our neighborhood as a cut through from South Dakota to Rhode
> Island, especially the UPS trucks? I believe there is a sign that
says
> no cut thru traffic on Irving Street, but it is disregarded. The
> biggest concern is that they come off of South Dakota onto Irving
> Street, and then turn right onto 24th Street to Rhode Island and
speed
> as fast as they can. Two infractions: speeding and cut thru. Any
help
> to make a statement to stop cutting through when it is not allowed,
> and to catch them speeding, would help out greatly. Thanks so much!
>

--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "tvehunt" <tvehunt@...> wrote:
>
> Good day MPD-5D,  I would like to know the answer to that qeustion
on
> what was going on that day at, 78 O Street NW as well?
>
> A response is appreciated,
>
>
> Thank you very much.
>
>
> --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "acbclag" <clagett@> wrote:
> >
> > Does anyone have any information they can share?  What was the
goal?
> What was found?
> > Etc.
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
>

Today the homicide unit arrested mr lavelle williams aka pscyho...for murder.....he is charged with the april 19th homicide that occurred inside 1200 n capital st

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 -----Original Message-----
From:   tvehunt [mailto:tvehunt@...]
Sent:   Saturday, May 03, 2008 12:32 PM Eastern Standard Time
To:     MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Subject:        [MPD-5D] Re: This morning's raid on 78 O Street?

--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "tvehunt" <tvehunt@...> wrote:
>
> Good day MPD-5D,  I would like to know the answer to that qeustion
on
> what was going on that day at, 78 O Street NW as well?
>
> A response is appreciated,
>
>
> Thank you very much.
>
>
> --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "acbclag" <clagett@> wrote:
> >
> > Does anyone have any information they can share?  What was the
goal? 
> What was found? 
> > Etc.
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
>

Thank you Asst. Chief Groomes for the information on Mr. Pycho.  My
next qeustion is, how long will he be incarcerated? considering that
jail is exactly were he belongs for life I would hope!!!

A response is appreciated.

Thank you very much and thumbs up for the great job that the MPD-5D
has done by getting this PYSCHO ASS of the streets.



--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "Groomes, Diane \(MPD\)"
<diane.groomes@...> wrote:
>
> Today the homicide unit arrested mr lavelle williams aka
pscyho...for murder.....he is charged with the april 19th homicide
that occurred inside 1200 n capital st
>
> Sent from my GoodLink synchronized handheld (www.good.com)
>
>  -----Original Message-----
> From:  tvehunt [mailto:tvehunt@...]
> Sent: Saturday, May 03, 2008 12:32 PM Eastern Standard Time
> To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [MPD-5D] Re: This morning's raid on 78 O Street?
>
> --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "tvehunt" <tvehunt@> wrote:
> >
> > Good day MPD-5D,  I would like to know the answer to that
qeustion
> on
> > what was going on that day at, 78 O Street NW as well?
> >
> > A response is appreciated,
> >
> >
> > Thank you very much.
> >
> >
> > --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "acbclag" <clagett@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Does anyone have any information they can share?  What was the
> goal?
> > What was found?
> > > Etc.
> > >
> > > Thanks.
> > >
> >
>

File        : Next of Kin Flyer_Apr30_08.pdf
Description : Violent Crimes Branch and US Attorney's Office Invitation

I agree with your statements below for I cannot answer how long mr williams will be held in jail...for there is now a prosecutory process that will take place.....i will have the us attorney of 5d give you an idea of what an individual may recieve as a sentence for homicide

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 -----Original Message-----
From:   sara kaufman [mailto:sakaufman@...]
Sent:   Sunday, May 04, 2008 08:08 AM Eastern Standard Time
To:     MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Cc:     dawn.hopkins@...
Subject:        Re: [MPD-5D] Re: This morning's raid on 78 O Street?

I know your question was for the Assistant Chief,  but hopefully you'll
entertain a comment from a member of the group:

Community Impact statements are one way the you and other effected can help
get a stiffer sentence.  [Assuming of course the justice system finds him
guilty]

Community Impact statements are letters written by community residents to
the Judge of the case - that can highlight or list the negative impact the
offender has done to the community.  The Judge *may* consider these letters
during the sentencing phase.

Find (or volunteer yourself) to be a point of contact to help draft, collect
and submit impact letters to the judge once a case number is assigned.  Your
ANC Commissioner may be able to help.  As I understand the process:
Anonymous letters are possible;  but even if signed, the names are not
submitted in the court documents.  [you might want to double check that with
the U.S. Attorney's Office]

MPD or Dawn Hopkins of the U.S. Attorney's Office should be able to provide
Case Number and other pertinent info, and the Judges name, address, fax
etc.   And perhaps provide tips in how to best structure the letters.

A couple years ago our ANC Commissioner in 5C04[Bloomingdale]  worked with
the U.S. Attorney's Office, and collected impact letters from those effected
by a repeat offender (in our case a drug dealer) and submitted to the Judge
of the case.   This guy had been a problem in our neighborhood for *years*  and
had been in out of the system several times,  but only with short jail
times.      The Judge later commented to our point person that the letters
"made a difference" .

If your neighborhood doesn't want this guy back on the street - this may be
a way to help keep him locked up longer.   [Assuming of course the justice
system finds him guilty]
Maybe whoever wants to be point of contact can send an email in this
forum,   and those interested could respond back just to that address?

Im not sure if MPD can also submit letters.

I hope I havent made any mis-statements; hopefully Ms. Hopkins or Chief
Groomes can provide more info.

Im glad to hear he's locked up,  Good luck keeping him there.


On Sat, May 3, 2008 at 5:41 PM, tvehunt <tvehunt@...> wrote:

>   Thank you Asst. Chief Groomes for the information on Mr. Pycho. My
> next qeustion is, how long will he be incarcerated? considering that
> jail is exactly were he belongs for life I would hope!!!
>
> A response is appreciated.
>
> Thank you very much and thumbs up for the great job that the MPD-5D
> has done by getting this PYSCHO ASS of the streets.
>
> --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com <MPD-5D%40yahoogroups.com>, "Groomes, Diane
> \(MPD\)"
> <diane.groomes@...> wrote:
> >
> > Today the homicide unit arrested mr lavelle williams aka
> pscyho...for murder.....he is charged with the april 19th homicide
> that occurred inside 1200 n capital st
> >
> > Sent from my GoodLink synchronized handheld (www.good.com)
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: tvehunt [mailto:tvehunt@...]
> > Sent: Saturday, May 03, 2008 12:32 PM Eastern Standard Time
> > To: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com <MPD-5D%40yahoogroups.com>
> > Subject: [MPD-5D] Re: This morning's raid on 78 O Street?
> >
> > --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com <MPD-5D%40yahoogroups.com>, "tvehunt"
> <tvehunt@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Good day MPD-5D, I would like to know the answer to that
> qeustion
> > on
> > > what was going on that day at, 78 O Street NW as well?
> > >
> > > A response is appreciated,
> > >
> > >
> > > Thank you very much.
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com <MPD-5D%40yahoogroups.com>, "acbclag"
> <clagett@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Does anyone have any information they can share? What was the
> > goal?
> > > What was found?
> > > > Etc.
> > > >
> > > > Thanks.
> > > >
> > >
> >
>
>
>

-------------- Original message --------------
From: "Groomes, Diane (MPD)" <diane.groomes@...>

Today the homicide unit arrested mr lavelle williams aka pscyho...for murder.....he is charged with the april 19th homicide that occurred inside 1200 n capital st

Sent from my GoodLink synchronized handheld (www.good.com)

 -----Original Message-----
From:   tvehunt [mailto:tvehunt@yahoo.com]
Sent:   Saturday, May 03, 2008 12:32 PM Eastern Standard Time
To:     MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com
Subject:        [MPD-5D] Re: This morning's raid on 78 O Street?

--- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "tvehunt" <tvehunt@...> wrote:
>
> Good day MPD-5D,  I would like to know the answer to that qeustion
on
> what was going on that day at, 78 O Street NW as well?
>
> A response is appreciated,
>
>
> Thank you very much.
>
>
> --- In MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com, "acbclag" <clagett@> wrote:
> >
> > Does anyone have any information they can share?  What was the
goal? 
> What was found? 
> > Etc.
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
>