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2 teens charged in connection to drive-by shooting that killed 14-year-old in Fairfax County
ANNANDALE, Va. - Authorities say two teenagers were arrested and face charges in connection to a drive-by shooting in Fairfax County that left a 14-year-old boy dead and a 16-year-old boy wounded. Investigators say both teens are being held at the Fairfax County Juvenile Detention Center. Officials say one of...
‘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,...
Concern for Missing 15-Year-Old
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Christian Kent a missing 15-year-old from Burtonsville. Kent was last seen on Friday, June 21, 2024, in the 3200 block of Wood Avenue in Burtonsville. He...
14-Year-Old Killed, 16-Year-Old Hospitalized By Drive-By Shooters In Virginia: Police (UPDATED)
One teen was killed and a second injured following a double shooting in Fairfax County on Saturday morning.Shortly after midnight on June 29, officers were called to the 4100 block of Wadsworth Court in Annandale, where there was a reported shooting in the area.Upon arrival, police say that officer…
Man dies weeks after woman hit him over head during argument, Montgomery County police say
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — A 40-year-old man died in Montgomery County in June, weeks after police say he was involved in an argument that had escalated. Officers with the Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) were called to the 20200 block of Bucklodge Road around 7:30 p.m. on June 14, 2024. MCPD […]
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…
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 […]
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.
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.
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...
Pair arrested for alleged Chesapeake Beach pharmacy break-in
A 34-year-old Montgomery County man and as 31-year-old Prince George’s County man are both behind bars for their alleged roles in the break-in at a Chesapeake Beach pharmacy on June 26. According to court records, Aaron David Dickerson of Germantown is charged with second-degree burglary and fourth-degree burglary in connection with the alleged break-in at CVS Pharmacy. The other suspect, identified as Tevin Denzel Smith of Suitland, has been charged with conspiracy. ...
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 […]
Rash of thefts from vehicles continue to plague Vienna
Vienna police during a recent 24-hour period investigated break-ins of multiple vehicles, some of which resulted in thefts of credit cards, cash and a driver’s license. • One incident occurred in the 700 block of Meadow Lane, S.W., between June 22 at 5 p.m. and June 23 at 12:45 p.m. A resident reported someone had rummaged through his vehicle, stolen his credit card and made several unauthorized purchases using the stolen card.
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...
Fireworks safety in focus ahead of DMV July 4th celebrations after massive fires
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — In early July 2023, officials said a Montgomery County family was displaced after a plastic bag with discarded fireworks ignited, causing a large fire at their Rockville home. 7News covered what happened as 75 first responders put out a large fire that caused more...
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.
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