Traffic Stop Leads to Firearms, Narcotics Arrests in Woodlawn

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Mount Vernon Police District – Officers assigned to the Mount Vernon Police District Neighborhood Patrol Unit (NPU) conducted a traffic stop that resulted in multiple arrests, firearms seized, and evidence of narcotics distribution.

On January 6 at approximately 9:23 p.m., officers were conducting proactive enforcement near Russell Road and Norwood Drive in Woodlawn when they stopped a vehicle for a loud, modified exhaust. While speaking with the driver and passengers, officers observed a passenger who became visibly nervous as the investigation continued.

The passenger was asked to exit the vehicle. During the encounter, Maico Barrios II, 18, of Alexandria, began to resist and reached toward his waistband. Officers intervened and took him into custody. A firearm was located on his person.

A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a second firearm, along with evidence consistent with the distribution of narcotics involving suspected marijuana and mushrooms. Detectives from our Narcotics Unit responded to assist with the investigation.

Barrios II was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, where he was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, Possession with Intent to Distribute Psilocybin, Possession of a Firearm with a Schedule I or II Narcotic, Carrying a Concealed Firearm, Obstruction of Justice with Force, Attempted Malicious Wounding of a Law Enforcement Officer, and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony. He was held on no bond.

The driver, Michael Owusu, 19, of Alexandria, was arrested and transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and charged with Improper Exhaust, Failure to Stop Before Entering a Highway, Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, and Possession with Intent to Distribute Psilocybin. He was released on bond.

Bashir Abdelmonim Bakhit, 19, of Alexandria, was arrested and charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, Possession with Intent to Distribute Psilocybin, Possession of a Firearm with a Schedule I or II Narcotic, and Possession of a Fictitious License. He was released on bond.

A 17-year-old male was also in the vehicle, and petitions are being sought at a later date.

Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call our Mount Vernon Police Station at 703-360-8400. 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 an officer to follow up with you.

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