Fairfax County, VA – Each year, traffic stops and roadside incidents place first responders, roadway workers, and even stranded motorists just feet away from moving traffic. A recent crash involving a Fairfax County police officer assigned to our DWI Safe December Initiative is a reminder of how dangerous these situations can be, even during routine enforcement. During a traffic stop,
Read moreReston Police District – A man is in custody after fatally shooting his roommate in a residence yesterday afternoon in Reston. On December 17, at 11:40 a.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 12000 block of Fan Shell Court in Reston. Upon arrival, officers located Marvin Ernesto Morales, 40, of Reston at the location. He was declared deceased at the
Read moreFairfax County, VA – As we wrap up 2025, the Fairfax County Police Department remains deeply committed to serving and connecting with our community across all eight police districts. This year reflected the strength of our partnerships, the dedication of our officers and professional staff, and the continued growth of programs designed to educate, engage, and maintain trust with the
Read moreFairfax County, VA- Each winter, we highlight initiatives that support community safety and well-being. This season, we are focusing on suicide prevention awareness and strengthening mental health resources for youth and adults. For this initiative, our Major Crimes Bureau is leading the effort. They handle every death investigation in Fairfax County, including suicide, which gives them a clear understanding of
Read moreMount Vernon Police District- Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal three-vehicle crash that left one man dead in Fair Haven. Yesterday at 10:04 a.m., officers responded to a crash in the 6300 block of Richmond Highway in Fair Haven. Preliminarily, a Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) bus was stopped in the right lane of
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