Monthly Archives: December 2025

Make a Toast, Make It Home: New Year’s Eve Safety Tips from FCPD

Fairfax County, VA – As we prepare to ring in the New Year, the Fairfax County Police Department reminds the community that while this is a time for celebration, it is important to keep our roadways safe. Throughout the holiday season, our officers have intensified enforcement efforts focused on impaired driving, speeding, and aggressive behavior. During Thanksgiving and throughout Safe

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Detectives Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Merrifield

McLean Police District – Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred yesterday in Merrifield. On December 29 at 6:48 p.m., officers responded to a crash involving a pedestrian at Route 29 and Braxton Wood Court in Merrifield. Officers determined that the driver of a 2020 Nissan Rogue was traveling eastbound on Route 29

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Man Faces 32 Charges Following Multiple Vehicle Break-Ins

Reston Police District – Detectives from our Criminal Investigations Division, with the assistance of our Auto Crime Enforcement Unit, have arrested a man now facing 32 charges following an investigation into a series of vehicle break-ins and larcenies in Fairfax County. On May 31 officers responded to the 13600 block of Dulles Technology Dr, McNair for a report of vehicle tampering

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FCPS Instructional Assistant Charged with Assault

West Springfield Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Child Abuse Squad have charged a Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) Instructional Assistant with Simple Assault. On December 19, a School Resource Officer received a notification that a student was assaulted by an Annandale High School instructional assistant. Detectives were notified and assumed the investigation.  During the investigation, detectives learned

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Winter Weather and Heavy Traffic: Post-Holiday Travel Safety Tips

Fairfax County, VA – With continued travel across the region, Fairfax County roadways and surrounding interstates are expected to remain busy in the days ahead. Higher traffic volume, potential winter weather, and changing travel patterns may create added challenges for drivers. The Fairfax County Police Department encourages motorists to plan ahead and follow these safety tips to help ensure safe

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