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.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
OVSJG participated in the 3D Business Day Resource Fair, where we engaged Third District business owners about the Private Security Camera Incentive Program. He highlighted how the program strengthens community safety & supports local businesses in protecting their neighborhoods.
This week at PSJ
✅ @MayorBowser launched the DC calls campaign
✅ @NHTSAgov Administrator Jonathan Morrison and Deputy Administrator Lee visited OUC to learn about 911 and 311 operations in the District
✅ DYRS opened a Health and Restoration Team Dorm
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
NEW: “Connection before Correction”. Today DYRS announced the grand opening of its very own Health and Restoration Team Dorm. Today is a proud moment for the HRT team. What better way to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. #mentalhealth #hrt
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
We just launched the District’s first comprehensive public safety recruitment campaign, DC Calls.
Designed to build a pipeline of talent for several of the District’s public safety and justice agencies—we are investing in innovative recruitment strategies to showcase the purpose, impact, and opportunities available through careers in public safety.
Learn more: dccalls.dc.gov
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
🚨 Answer the call to serve DC!
Visit dccalls.dc.gov/ to explore career opportunities with MPD and apply!
As Interim Chief Carroll emphasizes, policing is a career rooted in service and purpose. Join us and make a difference in the communities we serve. 💙
Ready to make a difference in DC?
DC Calls is here to connect the next generation of public safety professionals with careers in policing, firefighting, and corrections.
Answer the call to serve: dccalls.dc.gov
Learn more ➡️ dmpsj.dc.gov/release/dc-call…
Ready to make a difference in DC?
DC Calls is here to connect the next generation of public safety professionals with careers in policing, firefighting, and corrections.
Answer the call to serve: dccalls.dc.gov
Learn more ➡️ dmpsj.dc.gov/release/dc-call…
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
[AlertDC] Due to police activity, the 3300 block of M Street NW, and the Francis Scott Key Bridge, are closed in both directions. Please use alternate routes. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
I’m proud that Director McGaffin will run though the tape with us before beginning her next chapter as Director of the Department of Emergency and Customer Communications for the City of Alexandria.
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
HSEMA is on scene supporting the response to a gas line rupture near 11th and E Streets NW. Gas service has been shut off and Pepco is working to restore power to affected areas.
Road closures remain in effect. Please avoid the area, follow MPD directions, and expect delays.
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Earlier a gas line was ruptured during construction at Hotel Harrington. Due to the scope of the rupture, we had to shut off power to the site, which included the surrounding blocks. The gas to the building has now been shut off and Pepco is working to restore power.
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Updated: Additional Road Closures
⛔️1100 Block of E St NW (NTE)
⛔️1000 Block of Pennsylvania Ave NW (NTW)
🚗Continue to follow the Authorities directions - Closures are subject to change
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
MPD officers are on scene assisting. We ask 🚗 to seek an alternate route or follow the directions provided by the Authorities on the scene ~ Closures are subject to change.
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
[AlertDC] MPD reports an additional road closure in the 1000 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, between 10th and 11th Streets due to fire department activity. Please use alternate routes.
manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
[AlertDC] DC Fire is reporting the following road closures due to fire department activity.
400-500 blocks of 11th Street, NW, between F Street and Pennsylvania Avenue
1100 block of E Street, NW, between 11th and 12th Streets
1100 block of F Street, NW manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Attn: The following Road Closures are in place due to the gas leak at 436 11th St NW -- No vehicular or pedestrian traffic until further notice
⛔️500 thru 400 Blocks of 11th St NW (NTS)
⛔️1100 Blocks of E St NW (NTE)
🚗Seek alternate route or follow MPD directions
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
This week begins the first week of the new @udc_edu Paramedic Program.
Twenty students (18 are @dcfireems Firefighters) are now enrolled in the District’s first publicly accessible paramedic program.
This is a promise kept by @MayorBowser for access to healthcare training.
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Thank you to our partners who participated in our FY27 Grantee Orientation. Their presence helped ensure that grantees were informed about the services and resources available through a range of DC government agencies. #SaferStrongerDC
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
This is the first week of Cadet Class 29’s training to become one of #DCsBravest.
For the next year, 25 District residents will be working towards becoming a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician.
Thank you to @MayorBowser for your continuous support of the cadet program.
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Join us as we install a new 24/7 public AED in Ward 7.
@dcfireems, @MHCDO and partners invite you to the Save the Beat Community Wellness Day
Tuesday, 10/27/26
12 pm - 3 pm
3732 Minnesota Ave NE (corner of East Capitol Street NE)
*Music | *Food | *Activities
Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
🛴🚲 Safety is how we roll!
This afternoon, MPD officers hit the streets of Chinatown, sharing e-bike, e-scooter, and bicycle safety tips to keep riders informed and our roads safe.
📲 Know the rules: mpdc.dc.gov/trafficsafety
