On Wednesday June 1, 2016, Facette “Danielle” Lema and Rudy Torzano were located in Baltimore City, Maryland and have been reunited with their families. The successful resolution of this investigation was due to the collaborative effort of numerous law enforcement agencies, news media, and the community. The Fairfax County Police Department would like to express particular gratitude and appreciation to
Read moreAs prom and graduation season moves forward, both parents and youth alike have a lot to celebrate: your achievements, your futures, your lives. Police also share in your excitement and want everyone to stay safe, and think safety, as you enjoy your celebrations and accomplishments. To promote safety, police are employing a variety of education, prevention and enforcement efforts. Across
Read moreThis report is published every weekday, except county holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. The report contains selected crimes, including animal-related incidents and property crimes. The information is organized
Read moreOn Tuesday, May 31, Samuel Ovie Abutoh, 59, of Springfield, was transported from the District of Columbia to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. Detectives from the Major Crimes Division served arrest warrants for Second Degree Murder, Felony Destruction of Property, Arson: Burning or Destroying an Occupied Public Building, and Arson: Burning or Destroying Personal Property on Abutoh. Warrants were
Read moreWith the emergence of spring and summer quickly approaching, many Fairfax County residents will be spending more time outdoors. As temperatures continue to rise, the warm weather will also encourage snakes to become more active and increase opportunities for people and their pets to encounter these secretive reptiles. Fairfax County is home to an array of snake species, most of
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