The following release is from the Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Virginia. ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A federal jury convicted a Salvadoran national and member of the Uniones Locos Salvatrucha (ULS) clique of the violent Mara Salvatrucha 13 (MS-13) gang yesterday on charges relating to his participation in the gang’s criminal enterprise, including six murders and additional
Read moreFairfax County, VA – On Saturday, October 26, FCPD is hosting multiple sites across Fairfax County where residents and visitors can anonymously and safely dispose of unused and expired prescription drugs to help keep their families and loved ones safe. Medications that linger inside medicine cabinets increase risks of misuse, accidental ingestion, and environmental contamination. In response to these challenges, the
Read moreFairfax County, VA — Our Major Crimes Bureau’s Domestic Violence Squad and Victim Services Division is dedicated to supporting victims and breaking the cycle of domestic violence. Together, both squads work to provide victims with the resources, support, and justice they deserve. Through ongoing training, advocacy, and unwavering commitment, they strive to empower victims, helping them reclaim their lives and
Read moreWest Springfield Police District—Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit have arrested a man who fled from a fatal hit and run motorcycle crash on May 12th in Newington. Detectives determined Michael Burghardt, 46, of Springfield was driving the 2022 BMW M440i involved in fatal hit and run crash in May. Preliminarily, detectives believe Burghardt was traveling northbound in the southbound
Read moreFairfax 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 of
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