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12-Year-Old Shot | Drunk Abduction Attempt | Beagle's Find At Dulles: VA Top News

Fundraiser For Sons Of Fairfax Mom | Woman Shot Outside CIA Headquarters Pleads Guilty | LGBTQ Advocate's Cross-Country Bike Ride

On the weekend, we review the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Man Suspected Of Abduction Attempt In Dean Park Was Just Drunk, Manassas Police Say

Manassas police have concluded that a reported attempted abduction on Sunday was actually a case of intoxication and unfortunate sartorial choices.

Woman Shot Outside CIA Headquarters Pleads Guilty To DUI, Eluding Police

An Italian national who was shot outside CIA headquarters in McLean last year pleaded guilty Monday to disregarding a law enforcement officer’s signal to stop and driving under the influence of alcohol, federal prosecutors said.

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Fundraiser Launched For 2 Sons Of Fairfax Mom, Special Ed Teacher, Who Died After Surgery

A fundraiser has been launched for the two sons of a longtime Fairfax resident and public school teacher who died in May.

44 Pounds Of Prohibited Food Detected By CBP Beagle At NoVA Airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists recently found more than 44 pounds of prohibited food products in baggage at Washington Dulles International Airport, including pork, produce and canned meat that officials said could pose risks to U.S. livestock and crop industries.

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Accused Real Estate Swindler Indicted On More Charges, Including Abduction And Assault

A Sterling woman accused of running a far-reaching real estate scam was indicted on more than a dozen additional charges on Monday.

12-Year-Old Shot Inside Spotsylvania Home After Firearm Discharges, Sheriff Says

A 12-year-old boy was critically injured Tuesday after a firearm discharged inside a Spotsylvania County home while several juveniles were handling it, the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office said.

LGBTQ Advocate To Stop In Arlington During Cross-Country Bike Ride

LGBTQ advocate and ally Ray Franks is scheduled to stop in Arlington on Friday, June 12, as part of his second Trans America Ride, a cross-country bicycle trip raising money and awareness for LGBTQ youth.

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