Mount Vernon Police District – A man was quickly arrested by officers after he recklessly discharged his gun, striking a commercial building in Woodlawn early Sunday morning. On October 13, at 12:58 a.m., officers responded to the 8700 block of Richmond Highway in Woodlawn for the report of a man with a gun. Officers determined that the suspect discharged his gun,
Read moreFairfax County, VA – FCPD is ensuring that our community members are equipped with the necessary information and tools to protect their homes from burglars. Home burglaries can be a distressing experience, but with some precautionary measures, you can significantly reduce the risk. 1. Secure Entry Points 2. Adequate Lighting 3. Home Security Systems 4. Landscaping 5. Extended Absence 6. Social
Read moreMason Police District – Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on September 24 in Seven Corners. On September 24, at 7:59 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Patrick Henry Drive and Arlington Boulevard in Seven Corners for a crash involving a pedestrian. Preliminarily, CRU detectives determined Glen Simmons, 57, walked into
Read moreFairfax County, VA – Today the body-worn camera footage from the September 16 officer-involved shooting in Reston was released. The following information is based on the preliminary and ongoing investigation. The Department’s understanding of the facts and circumstances may change as additional evidence is collected and analyzed. The video will be posted on the Department’s YouTube page. Per YouTube’s policy viewers
Read moreFall is breeding season for deer and you can expect to see more of them on our roads. Please be aware that deer are unpredictable and crashes with them are a safety concern. There are hundreds of reportable crashes involving deer in the county and more than half of our annual crashes occur during the months of October, November, and
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