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Fairfax police call out helicopter, K-9 units to investigate attempted abduction
FAIRFAX, VA. (DC News Now) — Fairfax City police said an adult was almost abducted Wednesday afternoon. Officers from the Fairfax City Police Department were in the 10200 block of Main St. to investigate an attempted abduction. That victim was being evaluated as a precaution, Fairfax City police said. The person believed to be responsible […]
Call the Police if You See One of These Outside Your House in Washington!
In recent years, the state of Washington has seen an increase in various types of criminal activities. Residents need to be vigilant about suspicious activities and unusual sightings in their neighborhoods. This article will explore some of the common warning signs that should prompt you to contact the authorities immediately. We will delve into the specific types of threats, provide statistics and facts, and highlight cities in Washington where these issues are particularly prevalent.
Teens Arrested For Fatal Double Drive-By Shooting In Virginia: Police (UPDATED)
Two teens have been arrested following a double shooting in Fairfax County on Saturday morning that left one minor dead and a second hospitalized.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 th…
Suspect arrested in DC after leading Virginia State Police on chase in stolen car
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — D.C. police arrested someone after they led Virginia State Police (VSP) on a chase in a stolen car and hit another car in the process Thursday evening. Just before 7 p.m., a VSP trooper was alerted to a stolen Toyota Prius heading north on I-395. The trooper turned on his […]
Building Unsafe To Occupy After Floor Collapses During Maryland Fire, Officials Say
Dozens of firefighters were called at around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3 to the area of Layhill Road and Norbeck Road, where there was a reported fire in a two-story home that had limited access to fire hydrants. At the time of the fire, the structure was not occupied.
DC police identify 2 people involved in pursuit, fatal crash
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) identified two people involved in a deadly crash after a police chase Tuesday in Southeast. MPD said 19-year-old Demetri Koger and 17-year-old Dashawn Harris, both of Southeast D.C. were two of three people involved in the car crash. Harris died in the crash. The car […]
Greater focus on crime sparks another wave of juvenile justice bills
For decades, state legislators and criminal justice advocates have worked to change the juvenile legal system, striving to expand access to rehabilitation and keep young people from returning to crime. During this year’s legislative sessions, nearly every state has considered some form of juvenile justice legislation, according to a National Conference of State Legislatures database. […] The post Greater focus on crime sparks another wave of juvenile justice bills appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Police: Tenant-landlord scuffle sends both combatants to jail
A Vienna police officer on June 29 at 8:43 p.m. served an emergency protective order on a woman in the 300 block of Lawyers Road, N.W., which had been obtained by her tenant. At 11:54 p.m. that same night, the tenant reported her landlord allegedly had come into her area of the home and begun harassing her, police said.
Police: Woman arrested for damaging cars, assaulting officers in Manassas
MANASSAS, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) said a woman was arrested for allegedly throwing things at cars in Manassas late Wednesday night. On July 3 at around 11:41 p.m., officers went to Pointer Lane near Portsmouth Road to investigate. There, police saw a woman holding a section of […]
Female Body Discovered in Lake Anna Raises Community Concerns
The serene waters of Lake Anna turned ominous on the morning of July 1st, when a female body was discovered floating near the shore. Local residents and authorities are grappling with the unsettling find, which has raised concerns about safety in this typically tranquil area. Authorities Launch Investigation. Police quickly...
Police identify two men dead in local gym shooting
The victim and shooter in a double shooting that took place inside the Onelife Fitness gym at 305 Hooff’s Run on June 29 have died from their injuries, according to two separate City of Alexandria eNews alerts. The victim was 29-year-old Joshua Wilcox, of Maryland. The suspect was 30-year-old...
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