Crime & Safety

Woman Attacks Man With Hammer in Sterling: Police

She's being held without bond, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office, after assaulting a family member and destroying property.

STERLING, VA — A woman attacked a male family member with a hammer Saturday night in the 46000 block of Manchester Terrace, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

Linda A. Speake, 49, of Sterling, was charged with abduction, assault and battery and destruction of property.

She's being held without bond.

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No serious injuries were reported.


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