From Neighbor to Hero: Man arrested for Burglary and Assault

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Mt. Vernon Police District – A neighbor comes to aid and a man has been arrested after breaking into a home and assaulting a woman.

On March 13, at 5:43 p.m. police responded to an apartment in the 4500 block of Colony Court in Woodlawn for a burglary of an occupied dwelling. The victim, an adult woman, was home alone when the suspect pushed his way into the unlocked front door and began assaulting her. The neighbor heard a struggle and assisted the victim in escaping the apartment and getting her to safety. Officers arrived on scene and observed Traynham exiting the victim’s apartment. Upon seeing police, he retreated inside the home. Officer then took Deon Omar Traynham, 32, of Alexandria into custody. Traynham was taken to the hospital for injuries unrelated to his arrest. While an officer was escorting him, Traynham kicked the officer multiple times.

Detectives obtained charges for Burglary with Intent to Commit Assault, Abduction, Assault and Battery, Assault on Law Enforcement Officer, and Obstruction of Justice. He was held on no bond.

Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 6. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), and by web – Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for a cash reward. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

Victim specialists from our Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

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