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Police log: Dec. 23
Crimes investigated by the Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit of the D.C. Metro Police Department
The Metropolitan Police Department’s Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit participated in the following investigations:
- On Dec. 17, in the 1200 block of C Street, N.W., a man and a male suspect who are in a domestic relationship, had a heated argument that escalated into an assault. The victim reported that the suspect hit him about the face and body with a closed fist and furniture. The victim received lacerations to his head and finger and was treated by the DCFD ambulance. The suspect fled the scene before the police arrived. A report was taken.
- On Dec. 16 in the 1200 block of Raum Street, N.E., two complainants who are in a relationship and reside together got into a verbal altercation. Both complainants became engaged in a physical altercation and reportedly assaulted each other. Both were placed under arrest.
- On Dec. 16 in at 11th & M streets, S.E., a complainant was found falling on the ground and unable to answer basic questions. The complainant appeared to be highly intoxicated and was transported to a local hospital for medical assistance. A report was taken.
- On Dec. 9, a complainant was reported missing by his mother. The complainant is an adult and there is no foul play suspected at this time. A missing person report was taken.
- On Dec. 10, a complainant who was reported missing on Dec. 9 from the 400 block of M Street, N.E., returned. The complainant is an adult and there is no foul play suspected at this time.
- On Dec. 9 in the 400 block of 34th Street, S.E., members of 6D and the GLLU received a call in reference to two students possibly engaged in sexual activity in the bathroom stall. The students were juveniles. The investigation revealed no criminal activity.
- On Dec. 8 in the 2900 block of MLK Avenue, S.E., a complainant reported being approached by a suspect who began using homophobic slurs and threatening to hurt the complainant. The suspect then struck the victim causing a fall. An assault report was taken.
- On Dec. 8, while in the 100 block of 42nd Street, N.E., a man reported that he was in the residence he shares with the suspect. The suspect assaulted the victim with a closed fist after the suspect accused him of cheating. The two are involved in a relationship and live together. The suspect was arrested.
- On Dec. 8 in the 1600 block of W Street, S.E., a woman reported she was in a verbal altercation with her girlfriend. The suspect struck the victim in the head with a cell phone causing a laceration. The suspect was arrested on the scene. The victim received medical treatment.
- On Dec. 7, GLLU officers attended the Special Liaison Division Open House for 4th District.
- On Dec. 7 at the D.C. jail, an inmate reported that he was sexually assaulted by another individual. The case is being investigated by detectives of the Sex Branch.
- On Dec. 3 in the 2100 block of P Street, N.W., a man reported being involved in a verbal argument with suspect who is his boyfriend. The suspect slapped the victim’s cell phone out of his hand and then proceeded to bite him. The suspect then fled the location on foot. The two have been dating for two years. A report was taken and the victim was given resource agency information.
World Pride 2025
D.C. liquor board extends drinking hours for WorldPride
Gay bars, other liquor-serving establishments can stay open 24 hours
D.C.’s Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board, which regulates liquor sales for the city’s bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and other establishments licensed to serve alcoholic beverages, has approved extended hours for alcohol service and sales during the days when most WorldPride events will be held in the nation’s capital.
In a May 2 announcement, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration, which works with the board, said the extended liquor serving and sales hours for WorldPride will take place beginning Friday, May 30, through 4 a.m. Monday, June 9.
Although the official schedule for WorldPride events shows the events will take place May 17-June 8, most of the large events, including a two-day Pride street festival, parade, and concert, were expected to take place between May 30 and June 8.
According to the ABCA announcement and an ABCA spokesperson, liquor servicing establishments with the appropriate license can stay open for 24 hours and serve alcoholic beverages from 6 a.m. through the day and evening until 4 a.m., with no liquor sales allowed from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. during the May 30-June 9 period.
The ABCA announcement says liquor serving establishments must apply for the extended hours option and pay a $100 registration fee by a deadline on May 27.
Sources familiar with the liquor board have said the board has for many years approved the extension of liquor serving and sales hours for important events and for certain holidays such as New Year’s Eve.
At the time it approved the extended hours for WorldPride the liquor board also approved extended hours during the time when games for a World Cup soccer tournament will be held in the city on June 18, June 22, and June 26.
It couldn’t immediately be determined how many of D.C.’s 22 LGBTQ bars plan to apply for the extended drinking hours. David Perruzza, owner of the Adams Morgan gay bar Pitchers and its adjoining lesbian bar A League of Her Own, said he will apply for the 4 a.m. extended hours option but he does not intend to keep the two bars open for the full 23 hours.
Under the city’s current alcoholic beverage regulations, licensed liquor serving establishments may serve alcoholic beverages until 2 a.m. on weekdays and 3 a.m. on weekends.
World Pride 2025
Episcopal bishop to speak at WorldPride human rights conference
Trump demanded apology from Mariann Edgar Budde over post-Inauguration sermon
The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde is among those who are scheduled to speak at the WorldPride 2025 Human Rights Conference that will take place from June 4-6.
Budde, who is the bishop of the Diocese of Washington, in January urged President Donald Trump “to have mercy” on LGBTQ people, immigrants, and others “who are scared right now” during a post-Inauguration service that he and Vice President JD Vance attended at the Washington National Cathedral. Trump criticized Budde’s comments and demanded an apology.
The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde speaks at the Washington National Cathedral on Jan. 21, 2025. (PBS NewsHour clip)
A press release the Washington Blade received notes Icelandic Industries Minister Hanna Katrín Friðriksson, UK Black Pride founder Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, and Bob the Drag Queen are among those who are also expected to participate in the conference.
The conference will take place at the JW Marriott (1331 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.) and registration is open here.
World Pride 2025
Pabllo Vittar to perform at WorldPride
Brazilian drag queen, singer, joined Madonna on stage in 2024 Rio concert
A Brazilian drag queen and singer who performed with Madonna at her 2024 concert on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach will perform at WorldPride.
The Capital Pride Alliance on Thursday announced Pabllo Vittar will perform on the Main Stage of the main party that will take place on June 7 at DCBX (1235 W St., N.E.) in Northeast D.C.
Vittar and Anitta, a Brazilian pop star who is bisexual, on May 4, 2024, joined Madonna on stage at her free concert, which was the last one of her Celebration Tour. Authorities estimated 1.6 million people attended.
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