Police are warning residents, in particular concern of this week’s frigid weather, of a scam that has re-surfaced in Fairfax County neighborhoods in recent weeks. Victims report that someone claiming to be a power company employee contacts them and states their power will be cut off if they do not pay their “overdue” bill immediately. Recently, a woman who owns
Read morePolice remind residents to watch their valuable holiday packages this month. There’s already been an uptick of thefts so far this month. The agency’s online reporting system is experiencing increased reports on a wide variety of doorstep thefts. From electronics to shoes to toys and suitcases, no unattended package should be deemed “safe.” Police suggest residents make arrangements to have
Read morePolice are ready for the massive influx of shoppers expected to descend upon the Tyson’s Corner area this holiday season, beginning Black Friday. Every year, the Fairfax County Police Department deploys specially-trained groups of plain-clothed and uniformed officers to combat “seasonal” crimes such as larceny, fraud and retail theft. This year, in addition to thousands of motorists and pedestrians,
Read moreWhether they are hosting self-defense seminars, helping Scouts earn honor badges, or packing food boxes for the hungry, local Crime Prevention Officers are making a difference in our community. The Criminal Justice Services Board of the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services has, once again, approved and re-certified Fairfax County as a Crime Prevention Community, one of very few in
Read moreNational Night Out is a unique community event, celebrated in the United States and Canada, that focuses on prevention of crime and drug activity, and is held the first Tuesday of August every year. It is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention, generate support for and participation in local anti-crime programs, strengthen neighborhood spirit and
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