Metro ‘Hair Stroker’ Acquitted | Man Trapped Beneath Train | Murder Suspect’s Airport Arrest: VA News

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.

Police Reveal What Led To Shooting Outside Virginia GOP Offices

A woman shot Thursday afternoon outside the Republican Party of Virginia's headquarters in downtown Richmond was an innocent bystander caught in gunfire stemming from a dispute at a nearby hair salon, police said.

Dog Hurt In Del Ray Hit-And-Run, Owner Seeks Footage Of Incident

A Del Ray woman is seeking help from her community after she says a driver ran over her leashed dog and nearly hit her on Friday.

Teen Boy Accused Of Murder Arrested At NoVA Airport Before Boarding Intl. Flight: CBP

A teenage boy authorities say is accused of murder was apprehended at Dulles International Airport in October while trying to board an international flight, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced.

VA Pizzeria Lands On Nationwide List Of Best Pizza Shops

A Northern Virginia Neapolitan pizza specialist has landed on a nationwide list of the best pizza shops.

Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries After Being Trapped Beneath Metro Train In Arlington

An adult male suffered life-threatening injuries Friday afternoon after becoming trapped beneath a Metro train at the Virginia Square-GMU Metro Station in Arlington, according to Arlington County Fire & EMS.

Accused Attacker Of Iwo Jima Monument At Quantico Facing Federal Charges: DOJ

The Stafford man accused of attacking the Quantico Iwo Jima Memorial on Oct. 21 will face federal charges for the alleged crime, according to a release from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Widow Of Prominent Fairfax Prosecutor Injured In Pedestrian Crash

Monica Horan, the widow of former Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Robert Horan, remains hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle Monday near University Mall in Fairfax.

2 Injured In Virginia Union University's Second On-Campus Shooting In 1 Week: Reports

Two men were injured in a double shooting on Saturday night at Virginia Union University, just four days after another man was injured in a separate on-campus shooting, according to reports.

DC Metro ‘Hair Stroker’ Found Not Guilty In Arlington

Bryan Betancur, previously convicted of assault for filming himself stroking a woman’s hair on Metro and posting the video on social media, was found not guilty Tuesday in a similar case in Arlington.

Good News

• Washington Commanders Host Halloween Trick-Or-Treat Event For 600 Students
• Active-Duty Marine Wins Marine Corps Marathon For Third Year In A Row
• Drug Take Back Day Collects More Than 1,000 Pounds Of Medication

Police & Fire

• Police Ask Public For Help In Annandale Bank Jugging Case
• CIA Contractor Charged With Leaking Classified Info To Journalist Girlfriend
• Person Hospitalized After Getting Stuck Between Metro Car, Platform In Reston
• Woodbridge Man Charged With Felony For Leaving Toddler Alone In Car: Police
• Former Alexandria Sheriff's Deputy Pleads Guilty To Smuggling Drugs Into Jail: Report

Schools

• South Lakes' Picarelli Breaks Receiving Records, Throws TD In Win Over Madison
• All Manassas Park City Schools Closed After Weapon Found In Parking Lot
• Major Attendance Zone Changes Unlikely At Loudoun County Elementary Schools: Report
• Security Screenings, Bag Restrictions Deployed At Fairfax Co. Varsity Football Games

City & Goverment

• Fairfax City Board To Review Large Mural Proposed Near Main Street And Fairfax Boulevard
• Falls Church Relocates Two Red-Light Cameras, Citations To Start Soon
• Stricter Noise Ordinance Revived For Public Hearing, Possible Future Vote In Prince William County: Report
• Parking Board Approves Right Turn On Red Ban In Old Town: Report
• Fredericksburg To End Idlewild VRE Bus Service In November
• Reston Association Board Approves 'Good News' Budget