Author Archives: FCPD Public Affairs Bureau

Operation Press Check: First 2026 Felon in Possession of a Firearm Arrest

Franconia Police District– Officers from the Franconia Police District have arrested a man for unlawfully possessing a firearm in Springfield. On January 1, at approximately 1:33 p.m., patrol officers, along with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department Personnel, responded to the 7000 block of Old Keene Mill Road in Springfield following a report of an individual unconscious near the entrance

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Detectives Investigate Fatal Crash in Fair Oaks

Fair Oaks Police District – Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on December 31 in Fair Oaks. On December 31, 2025, at 8:25 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle crash at Post Forest Drive and Government Center Parkway in Fair Oaks. Officers determined that the driver of a 2010 Toyota Prius, Grant Faircloth, 24, of

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FCPD Launches First Traffic Safety Initiative of 2026

Fairfax County, VA – As we begin 2026, the Fairfax County Police Department is launching its first traffic safety initiative of the year with a renewed focus on enforcement, education, and community awareness. Our yearlong mission is clear: to reduce fatal, serious injury, and property damage crashes while improving the overall quality of life in Fairfax County. Traffic safety remains

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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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Make a Toast, Make It Home: New Year’s Eve Safety Tips from FCPD

Fairfax County, VA – As we prepare to ring in the New Year, the Fairfax County Police Department reminds the community that while this is a time for celebration, it is important to keep our roadways safe. Throughout the holiday season, our officers have intensified enforcement efforts focused on impaired driving, speeding, and aggressive behavior. During Thanksgiving and throughout Safe

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