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Metropolitan Police Department (DC)
Washington D.C. Police Force
Law enforcement for District of Columbia
Overview
The DC Metropolitan Police Department was the primary law enforcement agency defending the US Capitol during the January 6th insurrection, after Capitol Police were overwhelmed. Over 150 MPD officers were injured in the fighting. The department also has a documented history of civil rights violations, racial profiling, and use of excessive force. Multiple officers who responded to January 6th have since died by suicide.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
JANUARY 6TH RESPONSE: 150+ officers injured defending Capitol from insurrectionists
OFFICER SUICIDES: Multiple officers who responded to January 6th later died by suicide
USE OF FORCE: History of excessive force complaints and racial profiling
Related Investigations (1)
Sources & Documentation
1 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Also Known As
- MPD, DC Police
Education
Key Timeline
1861
Established as Metropolitan Police
2021 (Jan 6)
150+ officers injured defending Capitol