4 men accused in $100,000 copper theft investigation at Inova Alexandria site

Four men are facing charges after police say they were caught stealing an estimated $100,000 worth of copper pipes from a construction site at an Inova Health System facility in Alexandria.

Police ID man fatally shot by officers after Arlington 7-Eleven barricade

Authorities have identified the man shot and killed by officers after they say he barricaded himself inside an Arlington 7‑Eleven while armed.

Suspect arrested after attempted abduction in Pentagon City

A suspect is in custody after an attempted abduction inside a Pentagon City business, where police say a woman was attacked but managed to escape. 

DOJ opens investigation into Fairfax County prosecutor

The Justice Department has launched a formal investigation into Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano over policies in his office involving criminal cases tied to non‑citizens.

Virginia man accused of sexually assaulting girl allegedly tried to bribe mother with house: report

A Virginia man already facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an 8‑year‑old girl is now accused of trying to bribe the child’s mother with a house to make the case go away, according to a Fox News Digital report.

DOJ probes Fairfax prosecutor over alleged bias involving undocumented immigrants

The DOJ has opened a civil rights investigation into the office of Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano, focusing on its plea bargaining, charging decisions and sentencing policies.

Man sought after assault on Fredericksburg Canal Path trail

Police in Fredericksburg are searching for a man who assaulted a woman along the Canal Path late Friday night, according to authorities.

Jury finds Purcellville vice mayor violated policy, keeps him in office

Purcellville Vice Mayor Ben Nett was found in violation of policy and procedures and conflict of interest regulations by a jury in a civil case. He was cleared on the remaining charges. 

19-year-old Loudoun Co. substitute teacher arrested for online threats

A substitute teacher in Loudoun County has been arrested after authorities say they made threats of violence against a local high school.

2 arrested after attempted jewelry robbery in Ashburn, sheriff says

Two undocumented Romanian nationals with active ICE detainers were arrested Wednesday in Ashburn after an attempted jewelry robbery, the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office said.

Scooter-riding suspect wanted for multiple sexual assaults in Woodbridge, police say

Police are continuing to search for a sex assault suspect after another victim came forward saying she was touched inappropriately in the Powells Creek area of Woodbridge. 

Fairfax County Police sergeant charged with aggravated sexual battery

A Fairfax County police sergeant has been arrested in Fauquier County and charged with two counts of aggravated sexual battery in connection to an off‑duty incident, authorities said.

Trial begins in recall effort against Purcellville vice mayor

An effort to remove Purcellville’s vice mayor is went to trial Monday after delays linked to separate criminal cases involving town leadership.

'An absolute tragedy:' Family, friends remember Dr. Cerina Fairfax’s legacy

The family, friends and attorney of Dr. Cerina Fairfax are speaking out following her death in an apparent murder-suicide involving her husband, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax. 

Surge of 'snatch and grab' thefts in Northern Virginia: police

A woman in Loudoun County was robbed of her jewelry and injured as suspects fled in what authorities say is the latest in a series of "snatch and grab" thefts across the region.