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WMATA Transit Police Daily Police Blotter for January 14, 2026
WMATA Transit Police Daily Police Blotter for January 14, 2026

Are not a comprehensive list of every police event.

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CRIMEThe Advoc8teJanuary 15, 2026WMATAComment
Aubrey Canarte Arrested for 2023 Homicide of Richard Ruffin, III
Aubrey Canarte Arrested for 2023 Homicide of Richard Ruffin, III

Charged with First Degree Murder While Armed.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 15, 2026HOMICIDEComment
Kevin Gudie Arrested for Northwest Robbery
Kevin Gudie Arrested for Northwest Robbery

The suspect snatched the victim’s phone.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 15, 2026ROBBERYComment
Ballou High School Pool Is Officially Back Open!
Ballou High School Pool Is Officially Back Open!

A much-needed indoor swimming option for the community!

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RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026Ballou High SchoolComment
GoFundMe for Officer Bennett's Son Elijah's Future
GoFundMe for Officer Bennett's Son Elijah's Future

Officer Bennett was a graduate of Ballou High School and was an Assistant Coach.

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FUNDRAISERThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026GOFUNDMEComment
Early Registration Now Open for Project Create's Spring 2026 Semester
Early Registration Now Open for Project Create's Spring 2026 Semester

Now open for returning students, general registration opens Jan 14th.

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YOUTH PROGRAMSThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026PROJECT CREATEComment
Jan 17 - 19 | MLK Day Holiday Events + Volunteer Opportunities
Jan 17 - 19 | MLK Day Holiday Events + Volunteer Opportunities

The D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Parade was conceived in 1977.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026MLK ParadeComment
Jan 17 | Anacostia Park Cleanup
Jan 17 | Anacostia Park Cleanup

Community members of all ages are encouraged to participate.

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VOLUNTEERThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026ANACOSTIA PARKComment
Jan 17 | Tour + Taste at Anacostia High School
Jan 17 | Tour + Taste at Anacostia High School

Explore their greenhouse and taste locally grown veggies!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026ANACOSTIA HIGH SCHOOLComment
Jan 17 | Makers Market & Puppy Adoption at Atlas Bridge District
Jan 17 | Makers Market & Puppy Adoption at Atlas Bridge District

Support local artisans, find one-of-a-kind gifts, and maybe find your new best friend!

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EVENTSThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026HUMANE RESCUE ALLIANCEComment
Jan 19 - 25 | Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week
Jan 19 - 25 | Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week

One of the region’s most anticipated culinary events!

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DININGThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026RESTAURANT WEEKComment
Jan 27 | Anacostia Coordinating Council Meeting
Jan 27 | Anacostia Coordinating Council Meeting

Lunch provided by Imani Catering!

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MEETINGThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026ACCComment
For Sale | 843 Monteria Court, SE - $425,000
For Sale | 843 Monteria Court, SE - $425,000

3BR/2.5BA townhome-style rowhome.

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026HOME FOR SALEComment
Wanted Video | Ward 8 Business Burglary
Wanted Video | Ward 8 Business Burglary

3900 block of Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, Southeast.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026WANTED, BURGLARYComment
Markus Anthony Nava + Ashley Smith Arrested for Robbery
Markus Anthony Nava + Ashley Smith Arrested for Robbery

2000 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 13, 2026ROBBERYComment
Jan 13 | Free Walk-In Legal Clinic at the Anacostia Library
Jan 13 | Free Walk-In Legal Clinic at the Anacostia Library

No appointment is required—services are available on a walk-in basis.

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The Advoc8teJanuary 12, 2026Comment
Jan 13 | Drop-In Mental Health Support at Anacostia Library
Jan 13 | Drop-In Mental Health Support at Anacostia Library

This event is free! No appointment needed!

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RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 12, 2026ANACOSTIA LIBRARYComment
Jan 17 - 19 | MLK Day Holiday Events + Volunteer Opportunities
Jan 17 - 19 | MLK Day Holiday Events + Volunteer Opportunities

The D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Parade was conceived in 1977.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJanuary 12, 2026MLK ParadeComment
Jan 17 | Anacostia Park Cleanup
Jan 17 | Anacostia Park Cleanup

Community members of all ages are encouraged to participate.

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VOLUNTEERThe Advoc8teJanuary 12, 2026ANACOSTIA PARKComment
Early Registration Now Open for Project Create's Spring 2026 Semester
Early Registration Now Open for Project Create's Spring 2026 Semester

Now open for returning students, general registration opens Jan 14th.

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YOUTH PROGRAMSThe Advoc8teJanuary 12, 2026PROJECT CREATEComment
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