Category Archives: Crime Prevention

Road Shark Returns: Focusing on Safer Roads This April

Fairfax County, VA – As warmer weather arrives and more people travel throughout the region, the Fairfax County Police Department’s Traffic Safety Division is highlighting several traffic safety initiatives taking place in April. These efforts focus on reducing crashes, preventing deaths and serious injuries, and improving safety for everyone who travels Fairfax County roadways. This month, officers will focus enforcement

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Detectives Seek Con Artist Stealing Jewelry Being Worn by Victims

Fairfax County, VA — Detectives from our Criminal Investigations Division have identified a woman connected to several thefts committed through sleight of hand. On March 20, at 1:30 p.m. the victim was returning her shopping cart in the 6900 block of Hechinger Drive in Springfield when a white SUV pulled up next to her in the parking lot. A woman

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Avoid the Trap: Toll Payment Text Scam Circulating

Fairfax County, VA – The Fairfax County Police Department is alerting residents about a text message scam falsely claiming to be from Virginia toll services. Residents have reported receiving fraudulent text messages stating they owe unpaid toll charges and must make an immediate payment to avoid penalties or legal action. The messages claim to be from the General District Court

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카메라, 금고, 그리고안전수칙: 주거침입절도예방요령

버지니아주 페어팩스 카운티 – 주거 침입 절도는 낮 시간대를 포함해 언제든 발생할 수 있습니다. 범죄자들은 주로 출입이 쉬워 보이거나 비어 있는 것처럼 보이는 집을 노리는 경우가 많습니다. 페어팩스 카운티 경찰청(FCPD)은 주민 여러분께 주택 보안을 강화하고 범죄 기회를 줄이기 위해 사전 예방 조치를 취할 것을 권장합니다. 다음은 주택 보안을 강화하는 실질적인 방법입니다: 기본부터 점검하세요 이러한 기본적인 보안 조치를 겹겹이 적용하면 눈에

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Cameras, Safes, and Smart Habits: Residential Burglary Prevention Tips

Fairfax County, VA – Burglaries can happen at any time, including during the day. Offenders often look for homes that appear easy to access or unoccupied. The Fairfax County Police Department encourages residents to take proactive steps to strengthen security and reduce opportunities for crime. Here are practical ways to strengthen your home security: Start with the Basics Layering these

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