Wrong-way pursuit from Virginia ends in Maryland; minivan found abandoned, suspect missing
Virginia State Police say a van with a stolen license plate led troopers on a wrong-way chase from Fairfax County onto Route 1 and I-495 before being found abandoned in Maryland. The suspect has not been found.
Virginia State Police say a van with a stolen license plate led troopers on a wrong-way chase from Fairfax County onto Route 1 and I-495 before being found abandoned in Maryland. The suspect has not been found.
Fairfax County police ask for help to solve 2021 cold case homicide
Fairfax County police are turning to the public for help in solving a cold case dating back to 2021. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis explains.
Fairfax County police are turning to the public for help in solving a cold case dating back to 2021. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis explains.
Man killed in 4-vehicle crash involving police cruiser in Fairfax County
A man was killed in a four-vehicle crash involving a Fairfax County police cruiser in the Braddock area, according to police.
A man was killed in a four-vehicle crash involving a Fairfax County police cruiser in the Braddock area, according to police.
FCPD officer involved in fatal crash in Alexandria
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
Man killed in multi-car crash involving Fairfax County police cruiser
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
Fairfax County police officers are on the scene of a crash involving an FCPD cruiser and another driver in Alexandria, Virginia.
2 juveniles detained after man injured in Springfield shooting
A shooting inside a home Friday afternoon in Springfield, Virginia, left one victim in life-threatening condition, officials say. Police say two juveniles were detained following the shooting.
A shooting inside a home Friday afternoon in Springfield, Virginia, left one victim in life-threatening condition, officials say. Police say two juveniles were detained following the shooting.
Man charged in series of car tire thefts at Fairfax County hotels, police say
Fairfax County police say a man is in custody after committing a series of tire and rim thefts at hotels across the county.
Fairfax County police say a man is in custody after committing a series of tire and rim thefts at hotels across the county.
Brendan Banfield convicted: What’s next for au pair Juliana Magalhães?
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis comments on outcome of Brendan Banfield murder tiral
Brendan Banfield, a Virginia man accused of killing his wife and another man in an alleged scheme concocted with the family's au pair, was found guilty on all charges on Monday after a 12-day trial. Fairfax County Police Chief joined FOX 5 in the newsroom to discuss the outcome of the trial and the investigation.
Brendan Banfield, a Virginia man accused of killing his wife and another man in an alleged scheme concocted with the family's au pair, was found guilty on all charges on Monday after a 12-day trial. Fairfax County Police Chief joined FOX 5 in the newsroom to discuss the outcome of the trial and the investigation.
Brendan Banfield trial: Awaiting verdict as jury continues deliberations
The fate of Brendan Banfield is now in the hands of a Virginia jury.
The fate of Brendan Banfield is now in the hands of a Virginia jury.
Man found dead near Route 29 in Fairfax County, police investigate
Police are investigating a death after an adult man was found dead near Route 29 and Rydell Road in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Police are investigating a death after an adult man was found dead near Route 29 and Rydell Road in Fairfax County, Virginia.
FCPS admits system failures after football recruiting violations
After an investigation into improper recruiting practices, Fairfax County Public Schools says that the football programs at Hayfield Secondary School and Fairfax High School violated recruiting rules in 2024.
After an investigation into improper recruiting practices, Fairfax County Public Schools says that the football programs at Hayfield Secondary School and Fairfax High School violated recruiting rules in 2024.
Brendan Banfield takes stand again Thursday; testified he did not plot wife’s killing
Brendan Banfield told jurors Wednesday that he loved his wife and never intended to end their marriage, even as he admitted to an affair with the family’s au pair, a relationship now at the center of a double‑homicide case.
Brendan Banfield told jurors Wednesday that he loved his wife and never intended to end their marriage, even as he admitted to an affair with the family’s au pair, a relationship now at the center of a double‑homicide case.
Banfield back in court, expected to take stand as new body‑cam video emerges
Brendan Banfield returned to court Wednesday as newly released body-worn camera footage showed the moments he was told about his wife’s death. He is expected to take the stand sometime this afternoon.
Brendan Banfield returned to court Wednesday as newly released body-worn camera footage showed the moments he was told about his wife’s death. He is expected to take the stand sometime this afternoon.
Fairfax County house fire sends firefighters, occupants to hospital
A house fire in Fairfax County sent two firefighters and two occupants to the hospital Wednesday morning.
A house fire in Fairfax County sent two firefighters and two occupants to the hospital Wednesday morning.
Youngkin pardons ex-Fairfax officer in fatal shooting of shoplifting suspect
Former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin pardoned a former Fairfax County police officer who was convicted in a fatal shooting of an unarmed man accused of stealing sunglasses at a mall days before his term ended, report says.
Former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin pardoned a former Fairfax County police officer who was convicted in a fatal shooting of an unarmed man accused of stealing sunglasses at a mall days before his term ended, report says.
Fairfax Connector suspends service ahead of winter storm
Fairfax Connector has halted all bus service Saturday as a powerful winter storm moves into the region, officials said.
Fairfax Connector has halted all bus service Saturday as a powerful winter storm moves into the region, officials said.
Drivers urged to stay off roads as cleanup continues across DMV
Efforts to clear the roads in Northern Virginia are ongoing tonight. VDOT is asking drivers to stay off the roads tonight and as long as they can tomorrow morning to aid in the cleanup. FOX 5's David Kaplan has more.
Efforts to clear the roads in Northern Virginia are ongoing tonight. VDOT is asking drivers to stay off the roads tonight and as long as they can tomorrow morning to aid in the cleanup. FOX 5's David Kaplan has more.
Banfield murder trial LIVE UPDATES: Brendan Banfield to take the stand
Court resumes Friday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County, where the defense is expected to conclude witness testimony.
Court resumes Friday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County, where the defense is expected to conclude witness testimony.
Fairfax County school board approves changes to district's boundaries
In an 8-to-3 vote, Fairfax County school board members approved amended school boundaries, finalizing the first district-wide redistricting plan in decades.
In an 8-to-3 vote, Fairfax County school board members approved amended school boundaries, finalizing the first district-wide redistricting plan in decades.