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Friday, October 16, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.

• ASSAULT: Police were called Sept. 23 at midnight to the 200 block of I Street, N.E., to respond to a reported assault. A suspect told police that the victim “had a lack of affection” for him “and overused porn.” An investigation revealed that the argument between the men escalated into a physical altercation, and the suspect struck the victim in the face with a closed fist. The suspect fled the scene, ret ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/10-16/news/police/15377.cfm Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:00:00 EST Police Log Police Log
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit's weekly report
By Staff & Wire Reports
Friday, July 17, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.

• ASSAULT: Police were called July 5 at 4:30 a.m. to the intersection of 17th and Q streets, N.W., to respond to a reported assault. Police found a man who suffered a minor injury to his neck. Witnesses told police the victim's boyfriend assaulted him, but the victim refused to provide officers any information regarding his victimization or boyfriend. The victim was taken to a detoxification center.

• ASS ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/7-17/news/police/14881.cfm Fri, 17 Jul 2009 05:00:00 EST Police Log Police Log
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit's weekly report
By Staff & Wire Reports
Friday, June 26, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.

• ASSAULT: Police were called June 15 at 4:15 p.m. to the 1200 block of Brentwood Road, N.E., to respond to a reported assault. A juvenile, who suffered minor head and facial injuries, told police another group of juveniles attacked him and called him “homophobic names.” The juvenile declined to identify his attackers.

• ASSAULT: Police working the Capital Pride festival detail were alerte ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/6-26/news/police/14774.cfm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 05:00:00 EST Police log Police log

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Friday, June 05, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.


• POLICE ASSISTANCE: Members of the GLLU assisted the U.S. Park Police at 10:50 p.m. May 25 in investigating an alleged assault along the 4100 block of Wisconsin Avenue, N.W. Officers determined two men, who were boyfriends, had assaulted each other. Both men had sustained minor injuries to their heads and faces. Officers could not determine who instigated the assault and arrested both men.

• ASSAULT: Police ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/6-5/news/police/14665.cfm Fri, 5 Jun 2009 05:00:00 EST Police log Police log
D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit's weekly report
By Staff & Wire Reports
Friday, May 22, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.

• ASSAULT: Police were called May 17 at noon to the 1600 block of New York Avenue, N.E., to respond to a reported injured person. Officers found a man suffering from multiple apparent stab wounds. The man was transported to a local hospital in serious condition. An investigation revealed the man's boyfriend allegedly stabbed him following an argument. The suspect was arrested.

• DOMESTIC DISPUTE: Poli ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/5-22/news/police/14563.cfm Fri, 22 May 2009 05:00:00 EST Police log Police log
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit weekly report
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Friday, May 08, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.

• PROSTITUTION: Police were called May 4 at 3:30 a.m. to the area of Fifth and K streets, N.W., to respond to a reported prostitution-related complaint. Officers found groups of people walking in the area, but took no action.

• ASSAULT: Police were called May 3 at 3:30 a.m. to the 2100 block of P Street, N.W., to respond to a reported assault. A man told police that he was walking along the block when ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/5-8/news/police/14499.cfm Fri, 8 May 2009 05:00:00 EST Police log Police log
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit weekly report
By Staff and Wire Reports
Friday, May 01, 2009
The D.C. police department's Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit was recently involved in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.


• THEFT: Police were called April 20 at 3:30 p.m. to a home near the intersection of Fifth Street and Florida Avenue, N.W., to respond to a reported theft. The victim told police he met the suspect on an adult web site and invited the suspect to his home to engage in sexual activity. After the suspect left, the victim realized some “personal property” was missing. Officers contacted the suspect, who return ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2009/5-1/news/police/14452.cfm Fri, 1 May 2009 05:00:00 EST Police log Police log

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Friday, July 04, 2008
In the past week, the GLLU responded to or assisted in the following cases. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person is gay or transgender.

• A gay male couple on New York Avenue N.W. said their neighbor was harassing them. They filed a complaint with the D.C. Department of Mental Health. Workers there contacted the GLLU for assistance about noon on June 26. Investigation revealed that the neighbor was mentally ill. Police and mental health workers convinced the man to admit himself for mental observation. No charges were filed.

• GLLU officers assisted with “All Hands on Deck,” a quarterly ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/7-4/news/police/12892.cfm Fri, 4 Jul 2008 05:00:00 EST Police log Police log

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Friday, June 27, 2008
In the past week, the GLLU responded to or assisted in the following cases:

• A man at a party on Grant Street, N.E., yelled verbal threats and homophobic epithets to police responding to a loud party call on Saturday about 10:30 p.m. The individual, whom police did not identify, was arrested but resisted. Police used pepper spray to bring the man under control. No injuries were reported.

• A gay man reported being assaulted by his boyfriend on Monday about 4:20 a.m. in the 200 block of Massachusetts Ave., N.W. He flagged down public safety officials at Georgetown University Law School who said the man had a minor scratch and torn shirt. The boyfrien ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/6-27/news/police/12840.cfm Fri, 27 Jun 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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Friday, June 20, 2008
The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police offers these suggestions for gays who meet others online (continued from last week's edition).

Meet in public — This gives you both the opportunity to meet and feel comfortable before moving forward. The public place should be well lit and populated. If you don't feel comfortable being seen in gay locales, choose a mall, convenience store or other place where there is foot traffic.

Have an escape plan — Before you leave for the encounter, think about how you will end it if it does not feel right. Have a friend call at a certain time to see if things are OK. If they're not, use the call as an ex ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/6-20/news/police/12790.cfm Fri, 20 Jun 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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Friday, June 13, 2008

The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police offers these suggestions for gays who meet others online (continued from last week's edition).

  • Document the encounter — If something happens to you, police will need to investigate. Save e-mail and text message conversations and don't delete them until after you have returned from an encounter.
  • Write down addresses, phone numbers, descriptions, vehicle information, names and other important information about the encounter and leave it in a conspicuous place should law enforcement need to follow up and not have you to assist them.
  • Although it is not always possible or practic ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/6-13/news/police/12756.cfm Fri, 13 Jun 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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    Friday, June 06, 2008

    Members of the Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police say the number of calls they get about people who've been victimized after meeting someone online increases in the summer months. Theft, assault (sexual and non-sexual), fraud and identity theft are common in the gay community.

    GLLU members recommend those who use the Internet to meet others take the following precautions.

    Stay sober: Drinking and consuming drugs impairs judgment and increases the likelihood a person will be victimized. If you do drink in these situations, know your limits.

    Go with your gut instinct: If something doesn't seem right about an encounter, leave. Be aware of your surrou ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/6-6/news/police/12707.cfm Fri, 6 Jun 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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    Friday, May 30, 2008

    The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police was involved in the following cases this week. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay or transgender.

    • A purse was stolen from a woman at Starbucks on Connecticut Avenue on May 22 about 11 a.m. The suspects were described as one Asian man and two Asian women. They fled the scene prior to police arrival.
    • A man was shot to death in the area of Ninth and U streets on Saturday. Police were on duty at gay clubs in the neighborhood and heard gunshots. A man police did not identify citing notification of next of kin procedures was found near t ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/5-30/news/police/12664.cfm Fri, 30 May 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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      Friday, May 23, 2008


      The D.C. Metropolitan Police Department now has a toll-free crime tip line —1-888-919-CRIME. The tip line will be staffed by detectives 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Anyone who has information concerning a homicide, gangs, guns or other violent offenses can call the anonymous tip line and a detective will report all information. The toll-free number will also be displayed on L.E.D. boards in patrol cars throughout the District.

      Residents can also use cell phones to anonymously text tips to the Department by texting to 50411. Text messages are monitored by members of the department 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Tips are then analyzed and passed on to the a ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/5-23/news/police/12624.cfm Fri, 23 May 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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      Friday, May 09, 2008

      The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police was involved in the following cases this week. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay or transgender.

      • A juvenile male was attacked about 2 a.m. Saturday while waiting for a bus at the 400 block of H Street, N.W. The youth and a few friends were approached by several young black males who began cursing and making homophobic comments, police said. A physical attack ensued but the youth was not injured.

        The suspects fled the scene prior to police arrival. Police are looking for two black teens between the ages of 15 and 18. One ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/5-9/news/police/12542.cfm Fri, 9 May 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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        Friday, May 02, 2008


        Each May, Washington is flooded with police officers from around the world who come to remember the fallen heroes of the previous year. 

        National Police Week (NPW) is punctuated by ceremonies, vigils and celebrations throughout the week. The National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial, located in the 400 block of E Street, N.W., is the location where most officers come to remember fallen friends, family and co-workers. 

        More than 18,000 names appear on the granite walls that surround the memorial (www.nleomf.com). Gay and straight, these men and women paid the ultimate price for protecting th ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/5-2/news/police/12498.cfm Fri, 2 May 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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        Friday, April 25, 2008

        The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police and the Blade are spotlighting several unit members.

        Tomi Finkle has been assigned to the GLLU as a community relations specialist through the department's Police Auxiliary Service since 2002. In March, she joined the department's Reserve Officer program.

        A Washington native, she has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and is a retired sergeant with the U.S. Capitol Police having logged 25 years of service. She won awards for bravery and administrative service.

        Finkle is an LGBT diversity awareness facilitator, is certified with the Department of Homeland Security, is an instructor with Incident Command S ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/4-25/news/police/12462.cfm Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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        Friday, April 18, 2008

        The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police and the Blade are spotlighting several members of the unit.

        Buck Jeppson contacted the GLLU a few years ago when a young gay friend needed help. Searching for volunteer opportunities and impressed by the nature of the advice and assistance provided by the unit, he joined as an auxiliary member of the Metropolitan Police Department.

        Jeppson has volunteered for gay advocacy coalitions for several years. He's a project manager supervising a group of technical writers and business analysts at the U.S. Mint.

        Jeppson and his partner, Mike Kessler, were married in Canada in 2004 and live in Adams-Morgan.

        & ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/4-18/news/police/12444.cfm Fri, 18 Apr 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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        Friday, April 11, 2008

        The Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of D.C. Metro Police and the Blade are spotlighting several of the unit's members.

        Sgt. Pat Howell has been a member of the Metro Police Department Reserve Corps since 1987, serving in the Fourth District. She became a sergeant in 1993, then passed the exam to become a lieutenant.

        She has worked midnight patrols since 1987 and was the co-founder (along with Reserve Officer Morris Cole) of the 4-D Reserve Power Shift in 1995. From 1988-1995, Powell directed traffic at the intersection of Wisconsin and M streets in Georgetown.

        Powell has worked more than 80 sobriety, seatbelt and child safety restraint checkpoints in all seven D.C ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/4-11/news/police/12377.cfm Fri, 11 Apr 2008 05:00:00 EST Policelog Policelog

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        Friday, April 04, 2008


        The GLLU was involved in the following cases this week. The GLLU assists in a wide variety of cases and its involvement does not imply any person or business is gay or transgender.

        • A man was assaulted and had his cell phone stolen in the 200 block of 37th Place, S.E. on Sunday about 4 p.m. Police said two unidentified black men who fled the scene prior to police arrival are suspected. The man suffered minor injuries.
        • A fight occurred at BeBar on 9th Street, S.E. on Monday about 1:30 a.m. A patron said he was guarding the women's restroom when two other patrons tried to forcibly enter the restroom. A physical altercation ensued but the suspects fled ... ]]> http://washblade.com/2008/4-4/news/police/12333.cfm Fri, 4 Apr 2008 05:00:00 EST