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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...
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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…
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 […]
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...
Handguns tossed from car during Virginia police chase, driver caught: Police
SPRINGFIELD, Va (7News) — Three handguns were thrown from a car during a police pursuit in Springfield, Virginia, according to the Virginia State Police. Officials said that a Virginia State trooper was initiating a traffic stop on a Nissan allegedly traveling recklessly when it refused to stop and sped away on Route 644 near Old Keene Mill Road.
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...
N.J. woman tried to smuggle device into United Arab Emirates, feds say
A Morris County county woman and a Virginia resident were accused this week of illegally exporting and smuggling an aviation device into the United Arab Emirates, federal prosecutors said. Fadi Nammas, 43, of Fairfax, Virginia, and Tara Jamhour, 24, of Rockaway, were arrested Tuesday and charged with one count of...
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.
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.
Robert Buchanan Accused Of Abducting 30-Year-Old PA Woman
A Florida man visiting Virginia is facing charges after allegedly abducting a woman against her will from Pennsylvania and taking her to a Woodbridge hotel over the weekend. Oak Hill native Robert Buchanan, 64, was arrested following an investigation into a reported abduction of a 30-year-old woman who was taken on Thursday, June 27.
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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