Crime & Safety

Crime Rewind: Arlington Man Throws Meat Clever in Maternity Ward

Roundup of this week's crime news from inside the Beltway.

Arlington

Police Ask Sex Assault Victims to Come Forward
Investigators believe man accused of similar crimes in Arlington and Fairfax counties may have victimized more people.

Fairfax Police Searching for Missing 5-Year-Old Boy
Cameron Serafin, 5, was supposed to be returned to his father on Sunday; authorities have issued a warrant for his mother.

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Update: Arlington Police Ask for Help in Six Cases
Thefts have targeted liquor stores, outdoor dining areas, among others.

Police: Man Impersonates Officer During Traffic Stop
A 38-year-old medical assistant is accused of impersonating a police officer, according to the Arlington County Police Department.

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Police: Arlington Man Throws Meat Cleaver at New Mother
Incident occurred in the Virginia Hospital Center maternity ward.

Arlington Police: Man Stabbed in Ballston Over the Weekend
Four were charged in the Saturday night incident.

Falls Church 

Falls Church Police Out Patrolling W&OD Trail
With warmer weather, there is more traffic along the trail with a possibility of more trouble.

The "Striving for a Healthier Way" Prevention Conference focuses on deterring middle school-aged students from using drugs and teaches them to manage stress.

Fairfax Police Search for Missing Vienna Teen
Anna Pilger, an 18-year-old Madison High School student, is without her medication and police are concerned for her welfare, they say.

Three External Air Conditioning Units Stolen in Falls Church
Police believe the thefts are coincidental and not connected.

Third Robbery Suspect Extradited to Falls Church from North Carolina
The third man involved in two December robberies in the city was served a Falls Church warrant when he was extradited from North Carolina on April 4.

Police Investigating Fraudulent Tax Returns in Fairfax County
More than 75 Fairfax County residents have had false tax returns filed in their names — here are some tips to protect your identity.

Falls Church Man Killed in Vehicle Versus Pedestrian Crash
Alcohol and speed were not a factor in the accident in the 5800 block of Leesburg Pike in Bailey’s Crossroads.

Alexandria 

Prosecutor: Bashir 'Intentionally and Maliciously' Shot Officer Laboy
Witnesses during a preliminary hearing Wednesday in Alexandria General District Court offered details into the case of the Alexandria police officer who was shot in the head.

Car Reported Stolen on Braddock Road Tuesday
Black Volkswagen Passat was parked in the street.

Market 2 Market Remains Closed Until Further Notice
Friday fire caused an estimated $200,000 in damages.

VIDEO: Alexandria Fire Crews Respond to Fire Behind St. Elmo's Coffee Pub
Firefighters combat fire in 100 block of E. Del Ray Avenue.

Georgetown

Man Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault and Kidnapping in Georgetown
The incident happened in the 2600 block of O Street NW early Monday morning, according to police.

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