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
Read moreMount Vernon Police District- Detectives from our Financial Crimes Unit uncovered a credit card skimming operation that targeted ATMs and payment devices inside stores across the Richmond Highway corridor, leading to one arrest. In September, our Financial Crimes Unit partnered with the United States Secret Service to conduct an operation targeting credit card skimming activity along the Richmond Highway corridor.
Read moreFairfax County, VA – Romance scammers build trust online and then exploit it, often slowly and convincingly. Our Financial Crimes Unit is seeing versions of the same pattern: a “perfect” match starts a conversation, moves you to private messaging, avoids meeting in person or on live video, and eventually asks for money or sensitive information. Here’s how to spot the
Read moreFairfax County, VA- Recently, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) has received reports of a scam targeting drivers in local parking lots. Scammers approach people under the guise of offering quick, affordable car repairs, but instead leave behind poor work, damage, and a lighter wallet. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself, your money, and your vehicle. The
Read moreFairfax County, VA – Home improvement projects can add value to your home, but fraudulent contractors can turn them into costly nightmares. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) is sharing tips to help residents stay alert—especially as construction scams become more common in the spring. Scammers often use deceptive tactics to pressure homeowners into quick decisions, so it’s important to
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