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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run in Fort Hunt, Fairfax County police investigating
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — A man died after he was struck by a vehicle in Fairfax County on Thursday morning. Details about what led to the crash are limited; however, the Fairfax County Police Department said officers were on the scene of the deadly crash involving a pedestrian on Richmond Highway (Route […]
Man in critical condition after crash in Mt. Vernon
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Police Department said it was at the scene of a crash that left a man critically injured on Thursday afternoon. Officers said the single-vehicle crash happened at Rt 1 and Janna Lee Avenue in Mt Vernon. The driver, a man, was taken to the hospital […]
WATCH: Former Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office sergeant charged with assault
Editor’s Note — Due to the graphic nature of the video, DC News Now is only airing a portion of it. Viewers can watch the full video released by the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office here. Viewer discretion is advised, and some details from the full video are discussed in the body of this article. FAIRFAX […]
Amber Alert issued for missing 14-year-old girl
WASHINGTON — Police are asking for the public's help to find a missing 14-year-old girl in D.C. An Amber Alert was issued for Neveah Orellana just before 5 a.m. Friday. According to police, Neveah is about 5 feet 3 inches tall and 130 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a white shirt, pink pants and black sneakers in the 1300 block of Longfellow Street Northwest. Police say she is considered critically missing because of her age.
Paraglider Pilot Dies on Lucky Hill
FAUQUIER COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police (VSP) are investigating a fatal paraglider crash that killed a Springfield man on Friday. According to an emailed media release from VSP Sergeant Brent W. Coffey, the incident occurred September 20, 2024.
Woman, 72, Reported Missing In Virginia For Days Found Dead, Police Say
A 72-year-old woman who was reported missing in Virginia on Thursday morning has been found dead, police say, though no foul play is suspected in her death. On Thursday, Sept. 26, an alert was issued by the Fairfax County Police Department regarding Sylvia Hunt, who was last seen days ago on M…
Coastal flood advisory issued for parts of DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — As Hurricane Helene continues to strengthen, the National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for several areas across D.C., Maryland and Virginia. As of Thursday morning, the NWS upgraded Helene to a Category 2 hurricane. Officials said the hurricane is expected to bring a “catastrophic” storm surge with heavy […]
Caregiver Charged After Toddler Found Alone In Roadway Outside Virginia Apartment: Police
A 23-year-old woman is facing charges after a Good Samaritan picked up a toddler found walking alone in the streets outside a Prince William County apartment.Kayla Nicole Murphy was charged following an incident early on Thursday morning in Triangle involving a 2-year-old child who was rescued by a…
Gun-toting mom hospitalizes teen daughter, then calls the house from jail trying to make case 'go away': Prosecutors
A Maryland mother is accused of shooting her 13-year-old daughter in the neck in an argument, and allegedly told her to tell police she was shot by someone who'd broken into the home. The post Gun-toting mom hospitalizes teen daughter, then calls the house from jail trying to make case ‘go away’: Prosecutors first appeared on Law & Crime.
Alexandria business prepares for Hurricane Helene amid state of emergency
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency Wednesday in anticipation of Hurricane Helene’s arrival, and local businesses in Old Town Alexandria said they’re prepared but not concerned. “We’re just used to it. We’re used to it,” said Jay Harder, an employee at Misha’s Coffee. The coffee shop […]
Arlington detective disciplined for failing to notify man’s death before cremation, but some say it's not enough
ARLINGTON, Va. — In a meeting with the Community Oversight Board (COB) and family of Tori Thompson on Wednesday, Arlington County Police Chief Andy Penn apologized for the lack of investigation and proper notification before his body was cremated. The meeting to review the case comes more than a...
Excessive Speed Likely Key In Virginia Crash That Left One Critically Injured: Police
Speed is believed to have been a factor in an afternoon crash that left a driver in Fairfax County with critical injuries, police say.Officers were called around 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26, to investigate a single vehicle crash in the area of Route 1 and Janna Lee Avenue in Mount Vernon, which le…
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