Author Archives: FCPD Public Affairs Bureau

Suspects Target Target for Target Gift Cards

Franconia Police District – Officers from our Franconia Police District have arrested two men involved in a complex fraud ring involving altered gift cards. On December 20, officers assigned to the Springfield Town Center were alerted by Target’s Asset Protection for two men who were altering gift cards in their store and had done the same thing earlier in the

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Fairfax County Police Department Releases Q3 2023 Crime Report

Fairfax, VA – With the recent release of the Third Quarter Crime Report by the Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA), spotlighting the nation’s 70 largest police departments across key crime categories, including Homicide, Rape, Robbery, and Aggravated Assault, we proudly affirm that Fairfax County retains its distinction as the safest jurisdiction of its size. In the MCCA’s evaluation of violent

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Fairfax County Police Extend Gratitude to K9 Browser for Dedicated Service & Welcome K9 Delaware

Fairfax County— Today, we express our deepest gratitude to K9 Browser, the pioneer to FCPD’s Electronic Detection Program, as he officially enters a well-deserved retirement after an exemplary career. Since 2019, K9 Browser and his handler, Detective McCoy, have accumulated over 1,200 hours of rigorous training. From large computers to small micro-SD cards, Browser’s skillset and training had him focused

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UPDATE: TWO JUVENILE SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR FATAL SHOOTING IN FRANCONIA

Franconia Police District– Two juvenile suspects have turned themselves in for their involvement in the Franconia shooting that left a Woodbridge man dead. Yesterday, officers were notified of two juvenile suspects who turned themselves in to Arlington Police. Both juveniles were transported to Fairfax County and charged. One juvenile is charged with Second Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm

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Get Involved: This Week’s Community Events at FCPD

Fairfax County – 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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