Fairfax County, VA – The Fairfax County Police Department actively engages with the community by participating in and hosting a variety of events. These include police district station events, community meetings, and ongoing programs. Getting involved in your community provides numerous benefits, including enhancing public safety, preventing crime, and fostering stronger relationships with your local first responders. Check out some
Read moreFairfax, VA – Protecting and patrolling the waterways of Fairfax County is no small endeavor, which is why FCPD’s Marine Patrol Unit is committed to operating around the clock to ensure the safety of everyone engaging in water activities. The unit is the only full-time local law enforcement marine patrol in Northern Virginia’s waters, thus it is their duty to
Read moreFairfax, VA – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau are conducting a death investigation of 53-year-old inmate Latasha Dove. Yesterday afternoon, Dove was found unresponsive in her single cell at the Adult Detention Center (ADC). Deputies immediately began performing life-saving measures. Fire and Rescue personnel responded and transported Dove to the hospital, where she was pronounced deceased. The Office of
Read moreFairfax County, VA – Last night nearly 150 neighborhoods took part in an unforgettable National Night Out. From sizzling community cookouts to thrilling carnival games, FCPD joined hundreds of Fairfax County residents in our partnership to prevent crime and unite together to safeguard our community. The first Tuesday during the Month of August is reserved for one of Fairfax County
Read moreWest Springfield Police District – Jose Angel Zelaya, 42, of Burke has been arrested for involuntary manslaughter charges related to the July 18 crash on Burke Centre Parkway that left one teen dead and three others in critical condition. Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit determined Zelaya was traveling nearly double the 40 mph speed limit moments prior to the
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