Comments on: “Men’s Party” Sex Club Victim May Have Broken Neck

By: Colby

Colby — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:18:47 +0000

I too hate to see someone go like this. I also agree that it sucks to have the police quoted as saying, "We're looking for ways to shut him down." I lived in Richmond, VA for about a year, and visited Men's Party several times, it was basically a sex den...and there's nothing wrong with that, in my book. I had some good times there. However, the basement area, where the man was found, was VERY dangerous. The "stairs" that lead down there were not that safe, and there was also sort-of a back-way down to the basement as well. The "back-way" was almost like a ladder that went down from the first floor. Unless you were VERY careful, I could see anyone slipping and falling. So, he may not have been drunk or using drugs at all. Regardless, the place was kinda fun, so I'm sorry it's closed. It was DAMN SURE better than Crew Club. That place is RIDICULOUS...does any sex EVER go on there?

By: Steep Price: Gay Sex Club Closes After Fatal Injury - The Sexist - Washington City Paper

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:48:51 +0000

[...] the activities of the club: “We have videos. We have sodas. We have snacks,” he said. In a Logan Circle ANC meeting addressing the death, 3rd District police Lieutenant Vanessa Moore said that the head of the club [...]

By: Mark Hutchinson

Mark Hutchinson — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:38:41 +0000

Obviously this place is not operating on the up and up. I have been there several times in the past. There is an admission charge of $14.00, and paying it is NOT optional. There are snacks provided on the upper floor. This usually consists of cookies, chips, and soft drinks. As with most establishments in Washington DC, customers are often allowed to enter after having way too much to drink. I am not at all surprised to hear that someone feel down the stairs and broke their neck. It was just a matter of time before something terrible happened.

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:19:09 +0000

I hate that the police say "we're looking for ways to shut him down." How about "We're working with the owner to bring his building into compliance so that he can run a safe party for gay men."

By: David

David — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:45:07 +0000

Neighborhood: OLD CITY II Sub-Neighborhood: E
Use Code: 42 - Store-Misc Class 3 Exception: No
Tax Type: TX - Taxable Tax Class: 001 - Residential
Homestead Status: ** Not receiving the Homestead Deduction
Assessor: GREGORY GLOVER
Gross Building Area: Ward: 2
Land Area: 1,848 Triennial Group: 2

Owner and Sales Information
Owner Name: 1618 14TH STREET NW LLC C/O S JAFFE
Mailing Address: 9464 NEWBRIDGE DR; POTOMAC MD20854-4466
Sale Price: Not Available
Sale Date: 08/07/2000
Instrument No.: 70527

Tax Year 2010 Preliminary Assessment Roll
Current Value Proposed New Value (2010)
Land: $586,370 $586,370
Improvements: $228,900 $276,500
Total Value: $815,270 $862,870
Taxable Assessment: * $815,270 $862,870

By: Police Report Released In “Men’s Parties” Death - The Sexist - Washington City Paper

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:55:41 +0000

[...] Lieutenant Vanessa Moore said that the victim may have broken his neck following a fall down the stairs. Today, Beverly Fields, spokesperson for the Office of the Chief [...]

By: Bob in DC

Bob in DC — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:26:06 +0000

So...

(1) Did the poor guy fall down the stairs and break his neck OR did he fall and hit his head on something?
(2) Did the guy die around 5:30 a.m. or did he die around 8:30 p.m.? Where was his body during all this time?
(3) Is this a private club? Or is this a tavern/nightclub?
(4) Do they charge admission or only accept donations?
(5) Has this place payed any taxes -- ever?
(6) Does this club need a license or not?

I think I will start calling it "The Breakfast Club," since no one is quite sure about it.

By: Charlie

Charlie — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:18:25 +0000

Never been to the sex parties. My only knowledge of it was the article in City Paper comparing the advertising copy (they used to advertise in the Blade - perhaps they still do) to the reality. It was quite amusing. That was probably an interesting assignment for the reporter.

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Can Ximena Be Saved?: Loose Lips Daily - City Desk - Washington City Paper — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:19:23 +0000

[...] Sexist, WRC-TV both look into death a Logan Circle ‘men’s social club.’ [...]

By: J

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:09:44 +0000

I pass by there at least once a day and had no clue the going ons. How is it that an establishment like this runs but without a formal permit or cover charges? Who pays the rent for such a great location?

By: The Donkey

The Donkey — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:02:35 +0000

Ah, a frothy mix indeed, thanks Tim.

FYI to Mary - Yes, I believe that march is this weekend. Tens of people have been seen massing at the Starbucks on Dupont Circle, local hotels report that they are open, and I could have sworn I saw a car with out of state tags on 17t Street just last night.

By: tim

tim — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:12:25 +0000

Santorum was named after that nasty senator from pa by dan savage as the frothy mix of lube and feces that results from anal sex

By: The Donkey

The Donkey — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:38:57 +0000

What is santorum?

By: Jesus

Jesus — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:12:11 +0000

To die awash in puddles of santorum, indeed sad.

By: Mary

Mary — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:07:19 +0000

I certainly hope consensual inebriation was not involved.
What a sad way to die, certainly the underbelly of the gay march. Is that happening? I thought it was this weekend but the town is so quiet.

By: Joseph

Joseph — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 02:55:55 +0000

My friend was well loved and liked by many...very sad to see him go so young!

By: City Paper Has Update on “Men’s Parties” Death; Report from Tonight’s ANC 2F Meeting « Borderstan

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 02:07:11 +0000

[...] ANC 2F/Logan Circle meeting and has an update on the goings-on at 1618-A 14th Street NW: “Men’s Party” Sex Club Victim May Have Broken Neck. At tonight’s ANC 2F meeting, 3rd District Lieutenant Vanessa Moore provided some details into the [...]