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Aug 24, 2022

D.C. Police Union Loses Challenge Of Law Reforming Officer Discipline

Judges rejected the D.C. police union’s challenge of a law that makes it easier for the department to fire officers accused of misconduct.

Dec 10, 2021

No Charges For D.C. Police Officer Who Fatally Shot Allegedly Armed Man Near Congress Heights Metro

Prosecutors concluded that there was insufficient evidence to “prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the officers used excessive force under the circumstances.” 

Aug 05, 2021

Metro Transit Police Chief Will Retire After 25 Years With The Department

Chief Ron Pavlik Jr. will leave the transit agency September 1.

Jul 01, 2021

Metro Transit Police Didn’t Properly Investigate Or Document More Than 3,000 Complaints, Inspector General Says

It’s the latest in a long list of issues at MTPD in recent years.

Dec 15, 2020

D.C. Council Approves Bill To Establish A Metro Transit Police Civilian Review Board

Virginia and Maryland legislatures still have to approve the same measures, but community leaders say it’s a step in the right direction.

Oct 07, 2020

D.C. Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration Investigating Harry’s After Viral Video Shows Packed Bar

Several potential Phase 2 Mayoral Order reopening rules appear to be violated in the video. 

Jun 26, 2017

Video: Metro Police Pepper Spray Man While Restrained At Gallery Place Station

A witness said it appears police sprayed the restrained man because he wouldn’t put his arms behind his back.

May 27, 2016

New Sex Abuse Charges For Man Accused In Monday’s Red Line Robbery

Dominick Simons already faced kidnapping and armed robbery charges in D.C. and Montgomery County.

Dec 21, 2015

Catfish Star Pleads Guilty To Making Threats Against Metro

The scammer said he called 911 more than 300 times from December 2014 to May 2015.

May 25, 2011

Assault Charge Against Dwight Harris Dropped, Officers On Desk Duty

The videotaped altercation between Dwight Harris and two transit police officers who appeared to violently restrain him outside the U Street Metro station last week has led to dropped charges and discipline for the officers involved.

 
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