D.C. Police Union represents the 3,000 officers, detectives and sergeants of the District of Columbia’s Metropolitan Police Department.
Washington, DC
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There is only one way to fix crime in DC. We must repeal the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Act.
An Op-Ed from @DCPoliceUnion
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A National Guard member and a suspect were wounded after Guard members intervened in a Capitol Hill fight, DC police say.
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With a heavy heart, the DC Police Union regrets to announce the passing of Investigator Apolinar D. Nunez, affectionately known as “Nuney.”
Nuney joined MPD on August 6, 2007, and most recently was assigned to the Violent Crime Suppression Division. A decorated Army combat veteran, devoted husband, and loving father to five daughters, he dedicated his life to serving others. His kindness, generosity, and friendship will never be forgotten.
Please keep his wife, daughters, loved ones, and fellow officers in your prayers during this heartbreaking time.
Rest peacefully brother. You will always be part of our Union family.
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Breaking: DC police say shots were fired around 4:34pm at 20th Street and New Hampshire Ave NW in Dupont Circle. The shooting sent a large crowd of young people scattering, most toward the Dupont Metro. Police have found at least one shell casing. So far no reports of injuries, MPD says. MPD, Metro Transit PD, US Park Police are all working crowd control.
According to this study by Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland, “violence interruption” actually increased violence in DC.
For years D.C. has held out hope that violence interruption programs would meaningfully decrease shootings and killings. A recent study finds they may have done the opposite. Now the fate of the entire initiative is up in the air, reports @jennygathright: washingtonsun.com/metro/dc-v…
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There's a lot of "well, actually, crime is trending down" and "look at our charts," but at the same time DC restaurants are having to hire private security like they're operating in Guatemala City or Tegucigalpa. Clearly, there is a major problem.
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DC Police are investigating after shots were reportedly fired during rush-hour near First Street and Pierce Street NE in NoMa/Washington DC 🔫
Police were called out to the area of the Starbucks on the 1200 block of First Street NE at around 5:20pm for a shooting.
It is believed that shots were fired in the area, but no injuries were reported. DC Police put a lookout out for four males who fled on Lime bikes and were reportedly fleeing from National Guard while “tossing weapons.”
MPD’s Falcon 🚁 was just up circling the area for the shooters, who are believed to be on the loose. Detectives have just arrived to the scene as well.
This is an active and developing scene, with more information expected to be released from officials soon… #DCCrime – at Washington, DC
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DC Police are on scene an armed carjacking by two juvenile males in front of the Huckberry clothing store on Wisconsin Ave NW in Georgetown.
Stolen was a white 2021 Honda Accord w/ Virginia temp tags. The car was also involved in a hit-and-run in Northwest DC; police continue to search for the car… #DCCrime
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After a mistrial was declared in the bribery case against Ward 8 Council member Trayon White I asked White “if the $35,000 dollars you took wasn’t a bribe what was the money for? White replied let’s stay on topic, come on man”.
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Ten cars were found shot up and fourty-six spent shell casings were recovered after a shooting on 14th Street NW in Columbia Heights/Washington DC over the weekend.
There was so much evidence that Forensic Services had to be called out again yesterday to recover more of it.
An adult male was shot & taken to the hospital in stable condition, while the search remains ongoing for the shootee… #DCCrime
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Today members of Local 36 gathered at the IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial in CO Springs to place the names of two
of our fallen on the Wall of Honor. Lt. Rob Heaney and Technician Steve Shipp.
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ADAMS MORGAN TRIPLE SHOOTING: On Friday, September 18, 2026 at approximately 12:53 a.m. Third District officers responded to the 2400 block of 16th Street, Northwest for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival three adult male victims were located conscious and breathing suffering from gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Two black male suspects operating a Lime bicycle or scooter fled the scene. Anyone with information is urged to call 202-727-9099 or text 50411. #MPD
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Two people have been shot outside of the Georgia Ave-Petworth metro station at New Hampshire Ave and Georgia Ave NW in Washington DC 🔫
The two adult males who were shot have been taken to the hospital, last reported still conscious. The gunman remains at large and is described as a black male, 5’8”, slim build, and is wearing a navy blue hoodie and black pants, per DC Police.
Witnesses outside of the metro describe hearing several gunshot and having to duck for cover.
Police are focusing their scene around a moped that is lying in the middle of the road and a parked white car. #DCCrime
Today, we remember the tragic events of the Navy Yard shooting, which occurred on this day in 2013. We honor the 12 innocent lives lost and the bravery of the first responders who risked their own safety to protect others. We continue to stand with the survivors and families affected by this tragedy.
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Security and privacy are fundamental rights for our residents -- we must always balance the dual important duties of our government to protect the public’s safety and to safeguard our civil liberties.
Camera technology, when used properly, can be a useful tool to assist law enforcement in locating stolen vehicles, suspects in violent crimes, and missing persons, but all technology must be used in accordance with strict policies that prevent misuse.
Flock Safety cameras have been under contract with MPD since December 2024 as a tool in their efforts to drive down crime and work across the region collaboratively. As Chairwoman of the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety, I have continued to question MPD about its use of Flock cameras during public hearings and through ongoing oversight and conversations to ensure proper use. However, in light of recent public concerns regarding the use of Flock cameras in DC, I am again seeking answers in writing from MPD about its Flock camera policies and how it has been used in investigations to date. The public deserves transparency and must understand how this technology is being used in our communities.
Read my full letter to MPD here 👇
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.@alyssafowers and I obtained new data from U.S. Park Police and analyzed thousands of arrests. We found the agency has hired more than 300 new officers in D.C. in the past year.
Experts tell me they are acting more like a city police department than ever — except, unlike D.C. police, they've been authorized to chase cars and collaborate with immigration agents. Plus, the up to $70k signing bonus means aspiring law enforcement professionals in the DMV are more likely to chose Park Police than MPD.
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An unusual moment in policing is taking shape: police unions, civil rights groups, conservative politicians and grassroots activists find themselves in an unlikely alliance calling for rapidly expanding surveillance tech to be reined in.
A “tipping point,” says @ProfFerguson.
Resistance to Flock has made its way to the DMV. In Washington, the head of the city police union said MPD used the cameras to investigate sworn officers. And officials in Alexandria signaled this week they don’t want Flock in their city.
w/ @conarck
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On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we pause to honor the nearly 3,000 people killed that day, the thousands who have succumbed to 9/11-related illnesses since, and the service and sacrifice of the first responders who put themselves in harm’s way to save lives.
We will never forget
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Cops nationwide are getting in trouble for misusing Flock cameras. But now MPD is in trouble (with the union) for using Flock data to investigate one of its own officers.
And has hell frozen over? @DCPoliceUnion is asking for more Council oversight.
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#LaborDay is celebrated to honor and recognize the American labor movement. @DCPoliceUnion wants to recognize the contributions of all laborers (and their unions) for their developments and achievements for this country, especially our hardworking members of the MPD.
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