Fairfax County, VA – When evidence sinks beneath the surface, FCPD’s Dive Team is ready to jump in and bring it back to light. Who We Are The Dive Team is a specialized, non-standing unit, comprised of 10 dedicated officers and a single supervisor. Since its inception in the mid-1980s, the Dive Team has been equipped and trained to perform
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
Read moreFairfax County, VA – Yesterday, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) hosted a Public Safety Suicide Prevention Conference, drawing over 130 first responders from across the National Capital area. Held on World Suicide Prevention Day, the event highlighted the importance of mental health support for those on the front lines of public safety. The conference featured two powerful keynote speakers. The
Read moreThe following release is from the Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Virginia: ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A Maryland man and a Washington man were sentenced for the burglary of a federal firearms licensee (FFL) from which they stole 50 firearms. According to court documents, on April 29, 2023, Victor Jones, 22, of Washington, Cedric Minger, 22, of
Read moreFairfax County, VA – As Fairfax County and FCPD close out the summer, officers involved in the 2024 Summer Crime Prevention Initiative demonstrated proactive enforcement that resulted in over 90 criminal charges and over 330 vehicle and pedestrian contacts to educate and enforce laws. This three-pronged approach included (1) officers increasing proactive patrol and enforcement to combat reckless street takeovers,
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