Category Archives: Vehicle Tampering

Man Faces 32 Charges Following Multiple Vehicle Break-Ins

Reston Police District – Detectives from our Criminal Investigations Division, with the assistance of our Auto Crime Enforcement Unit, have arrested a man now facing 32 charges following an investigation into a series of vehicle break-ins and larcenies in Fairfax County. On May 31 officers responded to the 13600 block of Dulles Technology Dr, McNair for a report of vehicle tampering

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Hide It. Lock It. Keep It: Protect Your Car and Everything in It

Fairfax County, VA – As colder mornings return, now is a good time to take simple steps to prevent vehicle-related thefts. Whether you’re making a quick coffee stop, dropping your kids at daycare, or running inside for a moment, taking a few seconds to secure your vehicle can make all the difference. Don’t Warm Up Your Car While Unattended Cold

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Sticky Handed Thief Gets Stuck in Police’s Quick Response

Franconia Police District—Officers from the Franconia District Station arrested a man responsible for breaking into multiple cars in Lorton. Yesterday morning, around 4 a.m., officers responded to a report of a man actively breaking into cars near the intersection of Bellwether Court and Shepherd Hills Drive in Lorton. When they arrived, officers discovered a vehicle with a broken window. During

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FCPD’s ACE Unit Shifts into High Gear Against Auto Thefts

Fairfax County, VA – At the forefront of tackling auto theft crimes across Fairfax County is FCPD’s Auto Crimes Enforcement (ACE) Unit, specializing in investigating and thwarting auto theft organizations, street level auto thefts, and other vehicle-related crimes. Who is the “ACE” Unit? Staffed by two supervisors and six detectives, the ACE Unit is dedicated to addressing criminal activities linked

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Suspects Target Unlocked Cars

Fairfax County – Between May and June, suspects in the Reston District have entered over 30 unlocked vehicles and have stolen valuables including purses, credit cards, cash, and electronics. The suspects were captured on surveillance footage during the early morning hours. This crime is not isolated to the Reston District. Across the county, suspects target unlocked vehicles for valuables and

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