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2 dead, 1 injured in Maryland police chase that ended in fiery DC crash
Listen to WTOP Traffic on the 8s for the latest on road conditions. Two people are dead and a third is hurt after a police chase Tuesday afternoon crossed through multiple jurisdictions and ended when the vehicle being pursued crashed and went up in flames along Southeast D.C.’s border with Maryland.
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…
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, […]
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 […]
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.
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.
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…
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...
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...
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...
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 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.
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 […]
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.
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.
Woodbridge man charged in connection to fatal Frederick County shooting
FREDERICK COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) said a Woodbridge man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to a deadly shooting on June 25. According to FCSO, around 7:16 p.m., the shooting happened off of Fairfax Pike, near the Sandy’s mobile home community. Deputies said 52-year-old […]
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 […]
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