Crime & Safety
Police Search After Man Flees Mental Facility
Public asked to help locate man who has exhibited violent behavior. He could be in the Annandale area, Centreville and Sterling.
State and local law enforcement are trying to locate a potentially violent man who fled the Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute in the Falls Church and Annandale area.
Michael Marshall, 33, escaped from the facility on Monday, according to a Fairfax County Police release. He is described as black, about 5 feet 8 inches tall and 235 pounds, with black hair and glasses.
Police warn residents to exercise caution and do not approach Marshall. Anyone who sees or has information on Marshall’s whereabouts can call police at 703-691-2131.
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He was noticed missing around 6 p.m. Marshall has been known to exhibit violent behavior. A detention order has been issued for his immediate apprehension and return.
Marshall could be on foot in the Annandale and Falls Church area near the facility, but he also has ties to the Sequoia Farms Drive and Woodfield Drive area in Centreville, as well as Sterling.
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