The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice is dedicated to maintaining the safety and well-being of the residents of the District of Columbia.
NOTICE
Jan 25, 2023: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 7pm.
Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals.
If you see someone in need of shelter call:
202-399-7093 or 311.
911 if there’s an immediate safety risk.
from DC News Now to discuss public safety in the District. My office and our PSJ agencies will continue using every resource we have to fight crime and keep our District residents safe. Read all about it! ⬇️
and other District leaders for a meeting with our Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners to discuss the state of crime and most importantly, how we can continue to work together to prevent and respond to crimes.
OUC joined @DCPoliceDept 3D CAC, @DCMOCRS, ANCs, and other community leaders for a public safety community walk to address community concerns and submit @311DCgov service requests in real time.
Today, my office and our nation honor the life, legacy, and impact of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We remember his actions and words every day as we continue his legacy through service to our community! 🙏
Chief Robert J. Contee, III for a community discussion around juvenile violence and the balance between love and consequences. Read all about our discussion 👇
🚨Hypothermia Alert Remains Activated🚨
Saturday, 1/14: Temperatures to remain dangerously low.
If you see someone in need of shelter:
☎202-399-7093 or 311
📞 911 for an immediate safety risk
Please check on neighbors, seniors, and vulnerable residents. #DCValues
and other school and city leaders to talk about our schools and youth gun violence and its effects on young people. It was encouraging to see our school principals taking the time to voice the needs of the students and the communities they serve.
Yesterday, our PSJ office hosted and coordinated a public safety community meeting in Riggs Park. Thank you to the Riggs Park community for coming out and expressing your concerns about your neighborhood. We had a great meeting and I look forward to working with you! 👏🔥
In honor of #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay, we send our sincerest gratitude and appreciation to all law enforcement officers, especially our own MPD officers, for their service and sacrifice. Thank you for everything you do to keep our communities safe every day.
was not involved in this arrest. This incident occurred on U.S. Capitol Grounds, which is not under the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Police Department.
There's no shelf life for gratitude so on this January 6th, I'm grateful for the men and women who defended our democracy at the Capitol. I am especially grateful to get to serve every day alongside the men and women of
and other District leaders in Anacostia for a great community walk. We were able to speak with residents and business owners about updates in the community. A special thanks to
Now that you've read about Deputy Mayor Appiah's journey to PSJ, here are four fun facts about Deputy Mayor Appiah and a statement for District residents. She's ready to get to work and excited to meet you all! 👏🤩
Looking to make a difference every day you come to work? Do you want to work on a team to help keep your community safe? Apply today to join MPD as a police officer!
The first step is to register for our next Prospect Day @ http://JOINMPD.DC.GOV
40 years is a long time to serve in a big city fire department. This evening family and friends gathered in our Franklin Square firehouse to celebrate Sergeant Ed Lehan achieving that milestone. He serves as an aide in the Operations Deputy office. #DCsBravest
announced that Lindsey Appiah will be the new Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice! Deputy Mayor Appiah previously served as the Chief of Staff for PSJ and has spent nearly a decade working in District government. Congrats Deputy Mayor Appiah! 🔥👏🥳
As 2022 comes to a close, enjoy a recap 👇 of community events from our Public safety agencies. Cheers to 2023 as we work together to continue to keep our residents safe. A big kudos to our Public safety agencies for all of your hard work this year!🥂🔥
2 cats rescued from DC apartment fire. Fire originated with a hoverboard that ignited while being charged. https://dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/video-2-cats-rescued-from-dc-apartment-fire/…
🚨 NOTICE 🚨
Dec 27, 2022: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 7pm.
Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals.
If you see someone in need of shelter call:
☎️ 202-399-7093 or 311.
📞 911 if there’s an immediate safety risk.
Bundle up, DC! It's going to be very cold this weekend. Avoid spending time outdoors, but if you must go out, wearing layers and staying dry is one of the best things you can do to stay safe.
Learn more #WinterSafetyTips at http://ready.dc.gov/winterwx.
Freezing temperatures and rain may cause icy conditions today. Please take caution if going outside.
Minimize your travel by car. Black ice can cause vehicles to lose control.
Firefighter Jim Mazzara, a bagpiper with the DC Fire Department Emerald Society Pipe and Drum band, provided a fitting send off to legendary WRC 4 reporter Pat Collins at his final appearance on the air. Pat has been a good friend to #DCsBravest.
District residents and visitors can call 3-1-1 to report police non-emergencies.
A non-emergency is defined as any call related to an incident that does not pose an immediate threat to the safety of individuals and/or incidents that occurred in the past. #WeAnswerTheCall
🚨 NOTICE 🚨
Dec 20, 2022: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 7pm.
Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals.
If you see someone in need of shelter call:
☎️ 202-399-7093 or 311.
📞 911 if there’s an immediate safety risk.
DC Fire and EMS teamed up with our @DCPoliceDept public safety partners at their Coffee With A Cop event at @TheWharfDC@Starbucks. It gave both agencies an opportunity to interact with the community and listen to their concerns. #DCsBravest.
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NOTICE
Dec 15, 2022: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 7pm.
Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals.
If you see someone in need of shelter call:
202-399-7093 or 311.
911 if there’s an immediate safety risk.
On Thursday, December 15, @dcpublicschools
will open on a two-hour delay. DC Government will open on time.
The District’s Hypothermia Alert remains activated. Residents are encouraged to call 311 or (202) 399-7093 if they see someone in need of shelter.
NOTICE
Dec 14, 2022: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 7pm.
Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals.
If you see someone in need of shelter call:
202-399-7093 or 311.
911 if there’s an immediate safety risk.
¿Ha compartido sus comentarios sobre nuestro plan de acción? Todavía hay tiempo para opinar. El período de comentarios públicos finaliza el 2 de enero. Visite http://ore.dc.gov/actionplan para obtener más información.
Have you shared your thoughts on our action plan? There’s still time to weigh in. The public comment period ends on January 2, 2023. Visit http://ore.dc.gov/actionplan for more information.
🚨NOTICE🚨
Dec 12,2022: the District's Cold Emergency will be ACTIVATED at 7PM.
Additional services and supports are available for residents experiencing homelessness.
If you see someone in need of shelter, call 311 or 202- 399-7093. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Road closures for the US-Africa Leaders Summit have started.
Plan accordingly and pack your patience for the roads! https://washingtonpost.com/transportation/2022/12/08/africa-summit-dc-road-closures/…