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Maryland Man Arrested After Brandishing a Firearm Inside Springfield Town Center

Franconia Police District – Detectives have arrested a Maryland man for brandishing a firearm inside Springfield Town Center. On January 17 at 7:04 p.m., detectives assigned to Springfield Town Center were notified of a possible weapon call in the 6600 block of Springfield Mall in Springfield. Patrol officers responded to assist. The complainant stated that a known suspect brandished a firearm

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Seat Belts and Speaking Up: Protecting Passengers on Our Roads

Fairfax County, VA – Every crash affects more than just the driver. During National Passenger Safety Week, January 19–26, the Fairfax County Police Department is highlighting the important role passengers play in keeping everyone safe on the road. Passenger safety is an important part of safe travel that often does not get enough attention. No matter where you are seated,

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Get Involved: This Week’s Community Events Blog at FCPD

Fairfax 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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Felony Abduction Suspect Arrested After Pursuit on I-495

Mount Vernon Police District- Officers from our West Springfield District Neighborhood Patrol Unit (NPU) arrested a wanted man after he fled from a traffic stop in Huntington. On January 13 at 3:53 p.m., officers tracked and located a suspect wanted for Felony Abduction to the area of Interstate 495 and Telegraph Road in Huntington. They attempted to conduct a traffic stop,

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Update: Arrest Made in Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Merrifield

McLean Police District- Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit have charged a driver from the December 29 fatal pedestrian crash in Merrifield. Through their investigation, detectives determined that a pedestrian, Michelle Wheeler, 53, of no fixed address, was standing in the left lane of eastbound Route 29 prior to Braxton Wood Court when she was struck by a 2020 Nissan

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