Juveniles Spotted Rummaging Through Several Cars In Arlington: Police

ARLINGTON, VA — Four juveniles were spotted rummaging through several cars in Arlington's Gulf Branch neighborhood early Tuesday morning. One of the juveniles was caught by police officers, according to the Arlington County Police Department.

Shortly after 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday, police were dispatched to multiple reports of vehicle tampering in the Gulf Branch area, including the 3400 block of N. Thomas Street and the 4200 block of 35th Street N.

The officers saw a group of four juveniles in the area, who took off running when they spotted the police officers. After a brief chase, officers detained one of the boys.

The juveniles entered into and rummaged through about seven vehicles. No items were reported damaged or stolen, and the victims did not wish to seek prosecution, police said Tuesday.

The juvenile who was caught was released to his guardian, police said.