DC promises a ‘very, very robust’ police presence to maintain public safety over July 4 holiday

[StantonCree]

2nd murder of the evening

I think there’s also a 3rd but it’s kinda a funky scene. Either on DC or PG.

 

[MaxVO2]

2nd murder of the evening

I think there’s also a 3rd but it’s kinda a funky scene. Either on DC or PG.

****Aren't we eventually gonna run out of bad people killing each other, or is it like Dorito's where no matter how many you eat - they will make more! ??

 

[Tungsten]

****Aren't we eventually gonna run out of bad people killing each other, or is it like Dorito's where no matter how many you eat - they will make more! ??

The murder rate is about 1/day (in Baltimore). The birth rate is much higher.

 

[Biggfoot44]

****Aren't we eventually gonna run out of bad people killing each other, or is it like Dorito's where no matter how many you eat - they will make more! ??

Doesn't usually work that way .

Historically ,in at least one Fued , it was peaceful once every single person on a particular side was dead.

But in populated urban areas , there are always asaociates and understudys .

More typically a payback cycle , Or an absence will create a vacuum , with multiple people/ groups competing for the up for grabs turf/ status .

 

[pbharvey]

9 shot in a drive by including a 9 year old. In fairness to the DC police though this happened at 1:00 AM so it’s actually July 5th.

 

[StantonCree]

Last night DC had at least 4 murders and I think the total was 17 shot. That’s awful. I genuinely love holidays but hate working them to much violence.

 

[Sunrise]

Where are the additional social workers who are supposed to replace police?

Except for the ones handing out free drinks and snacks, I think the Mayor's memory-holed that idea.

 

[Sunrise]

9 shot in a drive by including a 9 year old. In fairness to the DC police though this happened at 1:00 AM so it’s actually July 5th.

That's so sad. Damn.

Headed to DC for July 4th weekend? Here's what you need to know

D.C. officials said they’re ready for the Fourth of July crowds.

wjla.com

Also, the city is deploying teams of non-police peacekeepers. They are violence interrupters, Department of Recreation workers and others. They will be in 28 different spots in higher crime areas. They’ll have drinks and snacks to give away and they’re encouraged to interact with the public on July 3 from 6 p.m. until 1 a.m. and then on July 4 from 4 p.m. until midnight.

Right after they stopped the drinks and snacks.

 

[Biggfoot44]

Just extend the free refreshments until 0200 for Labor Day weekend , and it will be trouble free .

 

[swinokur]

Damn permit holders acting up again

 

[Sunrise]

Damn permit holders acting up again

In a briefing about the "Quiet and inquisitive scholar who loved fashion and football" in January of this year, Chief Contee said:

There are over 12,000 people who are CCW holders in DC.
There are over 34,000 people who have registered firearms in their homes.

Curious what those numbers are now.

 

[Sunrise]

Last night DC had at least 4 murders and I think the total was 17 shot. That’s awful. I genuinely love holidays but hate working them to much violence.

Numbers got updated:

Five Homicides....

As of July 5, 2023:

Offense	2022	2023	Percent Change
Homicide	107	125	17%
Sex Abuse	59	80	36%
Assault w/ a Dangerous Weapon	705	728	3%
Robbery	1,075	1,597	49%
Violent Crime - Total	1,946	2,530	30%
Burglary	540	512	-5%
Motor Vehicle Theft	1,677	3,641	117%
Theft from Auto	3,903	3,910	0%
Theft (Other)	4,913	6,225	27%
Arson	2	8	300%
Property Crime - Total	11,035	14,296	30%
All Crime - Total	12,981	16,826	30%

vs.

As of July 3, 2023:

Offense	2022	2023	Percent Change
Homicide	104	120	15%
Sex Abuse	59	80	36%
Assault w/ a Dangerous Weapon	698	722	3%
Robbery	1,064	1,565	47%
Violent Crime - Total	1,925	2,487	29%
Burglary	536	506	-6%
Motor Vehicle Theft	1,665	3,610	117%
Theft from Auto	3,852	3,856	0%
Theft (Other)	4,882	6,170	26%
Arson	2	8	300%
Property Crime - Total	10,937	14,150	29%
All Crime - Total	12,862	16,637	29%

 

[Bob A]

In a briefing about the "Quiet and inquisitive scholar who loved fashion and football" in January of this year, Chief Contee said:

There are over 12,000 people who are CCW holders in DC.
There are over 34,000 people who have registered firearms in their homes.

Curious what those numbers are now.

DC is definitely NOT making the permitting process easier, cheaper, or less infringing.

 

[Biggfoot44]

Probably only modest change .

For all the expense and hassle , most of die hard Rights Activists already have theirs , and people moving in , will self select to move to Va or Md instead .