UPDATE: Man Arrested for Fatal Stabbing in Groveton

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Mount Vernon Police District— Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau arrested a man for a fatal stabbing that happened on June 10 that left one man dead in Groveton.  

Yesterday, Metro Transit Police Department officers located and detained the suspect at the Huntington Metro Station. Officers from our Mount Vernon District responded and took Robert Reed, 56, of no fixed address, into custody.   

Through their investigation, detectives linked Reed to the fatal stabbing where an altercation occurred between the suspect and the victim at a bus stop on June 10 in Groveton.

Reed was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Murder and two counts of Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule I/II Drugs. He is being held on no bond.

We would like to thank our partners at the Metro Transit Police Department for their coordination and assistance throughout this investigation.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure that the victim’s family is receiving appropriate resources and assistance. 

Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800. 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 cash rewards. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.  Register your camera with Connect Fairfax County to help FCPD solve crimes, locate missing people, and support investigations.

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(Original release published on June 11, 2025)

Detectives Investigate Fatal Stabbing in Groveton

Mount Vernon Police District- Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau are investigating a fatal stabbing that left one man dead.

Yesterday at 1:55 p.m., officers responded to Richmond Highway and North Kings Highway in Groveton for a stabbing. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male in the road with multiple stab wounds to the upper body. Officers began performing life-saving measures until relieved by fire and rescue personnel. Marvin Waters, 32, of no fixed address, was transported to a local hospital in life-threatening condition, where he was later pronounced deceased. The suspect left the scene before officers arrived.

Detectives preliminarily believe an altercation occurred between the suspect and the victim at a bus stop, and that this was an isolated incident. The suspect is described as a tall, Black male wearing a black shirt and blue jeans, carrying a black backpack, with facial hair. A still photo of this suspect is below.

The investigation is ongoing.

Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 2. 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 Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the family of the victim is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.  

Register your camera with Connect Fairfax County to help FCPD solve crimes, locate missing people, and support investigations.

For ongoing updates, please read our blog and follow us on X, Facebook, and Instagram at @FairfaxCountyPD.