This report is published every weekday, except county holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Some incidents may appear a day or two after the occurrence. The report contains selected crimes, including animal-related incidents and property crimes. The information is organized
Read moreAnimal Control Officers are concerned about a possible rabid fox seen in the area of the 1400 block of Laburnum Street in McLean. A woman was in her yard this afternoon around 12:40 p.m. when a fox approached her; bit and scratched her. Animal control responded to the scene but was unable to locate the fox. The animal is described as
Read moreWhew! The blizzard warning has lifted. Northern Virginia was hit with about two feet of snow and all weekend long, we and other county agencies kept you updated on preparing for and weathering the storm. So… What now? The storm may be over but there is much work to be done to get our county neighborhoods, streets and highways back in
Read moreMany people are aware of pet-related dangers and health risks associated with hot summer months, but winter weather can be just as hazardous. Cold and freezing conditions present a different array of risks and physical dangers. Always monitor your pets when they are outside. Check out these common winter weather risks and useful tips to help keep them safe,
Read moreA Great Blue Heron was rescued by an animal control officer (ACO) after it was injured in Huntley Meadows Park recently. ACO Siobhan Chase received the call for the injured bird around 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, August 6. A passerby saw the bird standing in the wetlands when a snapping turtle bit its leg. ACO Chase located the bird in
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