Crime & Safety

Suspect Arrested In Late Night Assault Near Del Ray

BREAKING: A suspect was arrested in a Thursday night assault on Mount Vernon Avenue near Del Ray.

(Updated 12:13 p.m. Friday) ALEXANDRIA, VA — A suspect was arrested in a Thursday night assault north of Del Ray at the 3900 block of Mount Vernon Avenue.

Around 11:10 p.m.. police reported the incident. The victim had minor injuries and did not require medical attention.

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Jose Umanzor Buruca, 27, of Alexandria was arrested and charged with malicious wounding and falsely identifying to law enforcement.


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