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Two teens arrested in connection to fatal shooting in Annandale
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Police Department said two teenagers have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that happened in Annandale on June 30. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) responded to the shooting just after 11:15 p.m. in the 4100 block of Wadsworth Court. There, they found […]
‘Looked her square in the eyes’: Man admits to fatal hammer attack on estranged wife while out on bond for previous assault on her
A Virginia man admitted to fatally beating his estranged wife with a hammer at her apartment while on a GPS monitor awaiting charges in a previous domestic violence attack on her. Peter J. Lollobrigido, 52, entered a guilty plea to first-degree murder, aggravated malicious wounding, violation of a protective order,...
Fatal shooting victim was 14
UPDATED July 2: Fairfax County Police have arrested two teenagers for the fatal shooting at the Fairmont Gardens apartments in Annandale. When officers responded to the 4100 block of Wadsworth Court shortly before 11:30 p.m. on June 28, they found two male juvenile victims. A 16-year-old sustained a gunshot wound...
Essex woman indicted for theft, insurance fraud
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown recently announced the indictment of a former Maryland state employee stemming from two instances involving alleged theft and insurance fraud. Essex resident Shanell Angelia West was allegedly involved in a theft scheme related to her former employment at the Maryland Department of Labor in the first criminal case, officials said. The 45-year-old is charged with theft scheme valued between $1,500 and $25,000, counterfeiting of private...
Men, Teens Arrested For Armed Robbery Involving Three Victims In Virginia, Police Say
Two men and three teens are all facing charges following a violent assault of three people, including a 19-year-old woman, over the weekend in Prince William County, police say.Shortly after 12:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, officers were called to a home in the 14600 block of Ponderosa Court in Woo…
Man arrested after Vienna pub reports homophobic harassment
A man was arrested last week after reportedly harassing customers and staff at a Vienna pub over its Pride Month displays. On Friday (June 28) night, a man walked off the street and began accosting patrons in Hawk & Griffin’s outdoor beer garden “because of our flags displayed for pride month,” the pub’s owners said the following day in a Facebook post.
Man charged with rape in Woodbridge
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — The Prince William County Police Department has made an arrest in a rape case. On June 28, officers were sent to the 6100 block of Trident Lane in Woodbridge to investigate a sexual assault that was reported to have happened there. When they arrived they located and arrested Abdul Kanu.
Police share travel, firework safety tips ahead of Fourth of July holiday
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — From fireworks to barbecues, many are getting ready to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) along with several other agencies across the state are encouraging residents to be safe while celebrating with friends and loved ones. For those hitting the roads, FCPD […]
Fairfax police arrest man for robbing Safeway
FAIRFAX, Va. (DC News Now) — City of Fairfax police arrested a man on Sunday for robbing a Safeway in May. The City of Fairfax Police Department said officers responded to a Safeway at 10350 Willard Way after receiving a report of a robbery. Officers found out that a man had come into the Safeway, […]
Police: DC man fatally shot Maryland man at Northern Virginia gym, then himself
On Monday, Alexandria police identified the suspected shooter as Charles Hewitt, 30, of D.C. and the other man who was shot as Joshua Wilcox, 29, of Maryland. The shooting happened about 4 p.m. Saturday at the Onelife Fitness, at 305 Hooff’s Run Drive, just off Eisenhower Avenue. When police...
Former Army doctor sentenced for duct-taping his wife to a pole in basement
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (TCN) -- A 61-year-old man already serving time for sexually assaulting a woman will spend 30 years in prison for also attacking his wife in September 2020. Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano announced former Army doctor Drew Steiner’s sentencing guidelines on June 28 for abduction with...
Fairfax police seeking more victims of alleged online predator
Detectives with the Fairfax County Police Department’s Child Exploitation Unit are seeking the community’s assistance in investigating potential victims of an alleged online predator. On June 7 around 6:52 p.m., detectives from McLean District Station received a community tip regarding a man’s alleged inappropriate communication with an underage...
Crews battle house fire in Fairfax County
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Fairfax County Fire and Rescue said it was at the scene of a house fire in Vienna. Crews said it happened in the 100 block of Patrick St SE in Vienna. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they saw fire and smoke coming from the home. Crews worked […]
Two firearms, knife caught at Reagan National Airport security, TSA officials say
ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — Two firearms were caught at a Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport security checkpoint on Friday, June 28, according to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials. Officials said one of the guns was caught in the morning and the other was caught later in the evening. In...
Fairfax Station couple says they’re still fighting for compensation after French bulldog was taken by utility worker
FAIRFAX STATION, Va. — A couple in Fairfax Station recently started an online petition to shed light on an incident involving their French bulldog. Months after their dog Lola was reportedly taken by a utility worker and later returned when police got involved, Tara and Justin Hall said she still suffers from behavioral health issues that require further treatment.
Family of pedestrian killed in Centreville crash seeks help with fundraiser
The family of a Clifton woman who was killed last week while crossing Pickwick Road in Centreville has launched an online fundraiser. Set up by the nephew of Lubia Marisol Vasquez Mateo, the Gofundme page says the family is seeking financial assistance to cover various expenses, including memorial costs, travel costs and the medical bills of her partner, Jose Vasquez, who was injured in the crash.
Fire and Life Safety Pop-Ups Bring Valuable Information to the Community
Provided by Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue. This summer, the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System is teaming up with the county Building Code Enforcement, Emergency Management and other county agencies and community-based organizations to bring Fire and Life Safety Pop-Up events to residents. Safeguarding the communities, residents, business and visitors is Fire and Rescue’s top priority. These events play an integral role in providing community safety education and resources, which helps attain the highest level of life safety and quality of life standards in our neighborhoods.
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