Metropolitan Police Department Archives - The Washington Informer

Violence Interrupters Push Back Against Calls for Defunding

by Sam P.K. Collins September 23, 2024September 25, 2024

Advocates say Police Union president Gregg Pemberton lacks an appreciation for a data-driven approach to violence prevention and reduction.

Investigator Wayne David, a veteran MPD officer, was fatally shot on duty due to a firearm that discharged while he was working to retrieve it down a storm drain on Aug. 28. (Courtesy of Metropolitan Police Department)

D.C. Officer Fatally Shot On Duty While Retrieving Firearm

by Lindiwe Vilakazi August 29, 2024August 29, 2024

**FILE** As GOODProjects' chief engagement officer, Darius Baxter works fervently to provide a safe environment and opportunities for youth. (WI photo)

GOODProjects Community Nonprofit Fights Violence, Expands Youth Programs with NFL Players Association Support

by Asma Amani July 15, 2024July 18, 2024

**FILE** U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has declared firearm violence a public health crisis. (WI photo)

Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis Amid D.C. Efforts to Combat Rising Fatalities

by Stacy M. Brown July 2, 2024July 2, 2024

Mayor Bowser, Chief Smith Unveil Drone Technology

by Sam P.K. Collins June 25, 2024June 25, 2024

Faith and community leaders filled New Bethany Baptist Church in Northwest D.C. on June 13, as Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela A. Smith (center) met with the Council of Churches of Greater Washington as part of the annual Spring Assembly. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)

Faith

Two D.C. Church Leaders Are On the Move to Stop the Violence

by Hamil R. Harris June 18, 2024June 18, 2024

**FILE** MPD Chief Pamela A. Smith and the Bowser administration are part of nationwide efforts to recruit more women as law enforcement officers. (WI photo)

MPD Chief Uses Faith and Community Engagement to Combat Youth Violence

by Hamil R. Harris June 10, 2024June 10, 2024

Politicians, local leaders, the Metropolitan Police Department and dozens of pastors come together to offer powerful prayers and community comfort on May 7. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)

Police Chief Ministers Hold Community Walk Tuesday Night to Support Parents of 3-Year-Old Fatally Shot

by Hamil R. Harris May 8, 2024May 8, 2024

**FILE** Members of the Metropolitan Police Department march in the D.C. Emancipation Day parade. (WI photo)

Police Departments in D.C., Nationwide Grapple with Shrinking Forces, While Small, Medium Agencies See Slightly Improved Retention

by Stacy M. Brown April 30, 2024April 30, 2024

**FILE** Metropolitan Police Department vehicles (Courtesy photo)

Homicides in D.C. Drop Despite Ongoing Violence

by Stacy M. Brown April 29, 2024April 29, 2024