Update: Detectives Release Sketch of Suspect from Attempted Abduction in Annandale
Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau have released a sketch of the suspect in the attempted abduction case that occurred on Sunday, Oct. 13 around 3 p.m. in Annandale. Anyone who has information or has surveillance images from Oct. 13 in the area of Wheatwheel Lane and Gallows Road that they believe may be helpful are asked to call our Major Crimes Bureau detectives at 703-246-7800.

(Original release date: October 14, 2019)
Attempted Abduction in Annandale
Mason Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau are investigating an attempted abduction of a juvenile that occurred yesterday at 3 p.m. in the 3300 block of Wheatwheel Lane. The victim was playing with a friend near the roadway when a man picked the victim up from behind. The victim was able to fight the man off and the suspect ran from the area. The victim returned home to family who immediately called police. The suspect was described as a black man with medium complexion in his late-20s to early-30s, short black hair and thin. He has a small scratch on his face and was clean shaven. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a dark shirt and slim-fitted pants.
Detectives are asking community members in the area of Wheatwheel Lane and Gallows Road to review any home surveillance footage from Oct. 13 before and after 3 p.m. in case they may have captured an image of the suspect.
Anyone who has information or has surveillance images they believe are helpful are asked to call our Major Crimes Bureau detectives at 703-246-7800. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), by text – Type “FCCS” plus tip to 847411, and by web – Click HERE. Download our Mobile tip411 App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards of $100 to $1,000 dollars if their information leads to an arrest.
Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure that the victim is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.
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