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Kelvin Leon, 22, Sentenced for Possessing Machine Gun

Kelvin Leon, 22, Sentenced for Possessing Machine Gun

After serving his 22-month prison sentence, Leon will be deported to Venezuela.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 13, 2026GUNS, SENTENCEDComment

MPD Weekly Crime Stats Update as of July 13, 2026

MPD Weekly Crime Stats Update as of July 13, 2026

The statistics are preliminary and are based on DC Code offense definitions.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 13, 2026CRIME STATSComment

Fatal Shooting of Aaron Brown, 27, in Northeast

Fatal Shooting of Aaron Brown, 27, in Northeast

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at approximately 9:30pm.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 13, 2026HOMICIDEComment

Fatal Shooting of Ahmad Mims, 13, in Northeast

Fatal Shooting of Ahmad Mims, 13, in Northeast

Occurred within a home in the 1600 block of Rosedale Street, NE.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 13, 2026HOMICIDEComment

Jonathan Johnson, 22, and Laron Plowden, 24, Arrested for Stanton Road Armed Robbery

Jonathan Johnson, 22, and Laron Plowden, 24, Arrested for Stanton Road Armed Robbery

Before the suspects could flee, they were apprehended by responding officers.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 13, 2026ROBBERYComment

🌟 Jazzy Sundays Returns to Anacostia - July 12 to August 30! [SP]

🌟 Jazzy Sundays Returns to Anacostia - July 12 to August 30! [SP]

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, grab some mouthwatering barbecue and more!

SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026JAZZY SUNDAYS, ANACOSTIA BIDComment

🌟 Wear Your Values with the CULTIVATE EMPATHY Collection [SP]

🌟 Wear Your Values with the CULTIVATE EMPATHY Collection [SP]

A portion of every sale benefits efforts to end female genital mutilation.

SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026KHISMET WEARABLE ART, ARCH DEVELOPMENTComment

July 11 - 13 | Water Circus Atlantis in Southwest DC

July 11 - 13 | Water Circus Atlantis in Southwest DC

Breathtaking acrobatics, sparkling fountains, dazzling costumes, and incredible performances!

EVENTSThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026NAVY YARDComment

July 11 | Free Family Lantern-Making Workshop

July 11 | Free Family Lantern-Making Workshop

Spark creativity, make lasting memories, and leave with a handmade lantern!

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026PROJECT CREATEComment

Martha's Table Is Hiring for Two Community-Focused Positions

Martha's Table Is Hiring for Two Community-Focused Positions

The chance to contribute to programs that support Washington, DC residents!

JOBSThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026HELP WANTEDComment

Registration Now Open for Anacostia's DiverseCity Summer Dreams Block Party

Registration Now Open for Anacostia's DiverseCity Summer Dreams Block Party

The block party will take place on August 14th.

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026ANACOSTIAComment

Before It's Auctioned: See if MPD Recovered Your Lost/Stolen Property

Before It's Auctioned: See if MPD Recovered Your Lost/Stolen Property

Once the designated claim period has passed, unclaimed items may be auctioned!

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026stolen bikeComment

July 15 | MPD Recruitment Virtual Office Hours

July 15 | MPD Recruitment Virtual Office Hours

Considering joining MPD and have questions? This is your opportunity to have them answered!

JOBSThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026HELP WANTEDComment

Two Arrested for Multiple Burglaries around the District

Two Arrested for Multiple Burglaries around the District

Between May 30 and July 6, 2026, a suspect burglarized six residences.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026BURGLARYComment

July 11 - 12 | Youth Curfew Zone in the RFK Stadium Area

July 11 - 12 | Youth Curfew Zone in the RFK Stadium Area

Applicable to a group of at least nine youth.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 11, 2026JUVENILE CURFEWComment

Former DCPS Administrator Tracy Hatton Pleads Guilty in Bribery Scheme

Former DCPS Administrator Tracy Hatton Pleads Guilty in Bribery Scheme

In total, Hatton personally profited by at least $30,000.

COURTSThe Advoc8teJuly 10, 2026PLEADING, GUILTYComment

🌟 Jazzy Sundays Returns to Anacostia - July 12 to August 30! [SP]

🌟 Jazzy Sundays Returns to Anacostia - July 12 to August 30! [SP]

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, grab some mouthwatering barbecue and more!

SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teJuly 10, 2026JAZZY SUNDAYS, ANACOSTIA BIDComment

July 10 | Free Waterfront Concert Featuring Little Bacon Bear

July 10 | Free Waterfront Concert Featuring Little Bacon Bear

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere!

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 10, 2026NAVY YARDComment

July 10 - 13 | Water Circus Atlantis in Southwest DC

July 10 - 13 | Water Circus Atlantis in Southwest DC

Breathtaking acrobatics, sparkling fountains, dazzling costumes, and incredible performances!

EVENTSThe Advoc8teJuly 10, 2026NAVY YARDComment

July 11 | Free Gardening Event for Youth and Families

July 11 | Free Gardening Event for Youth and Families

All minors must be accompanied by an adult during garden activities.

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 10, 2026ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment