Starbucks Threats, Business Vandalized: Falls Church Crime Report

FALLS CHURCH, VA—Falls Church Police handled more notable incidents than usual within the last week, from assaults to threats at a Starbucks.

Police had been called to the Starbucks at 1218 West Broad Street around 5:52 p.m. The suspect reportedly was approaching customers and threatening physical harm. Police identified the suspect, but a victim declined to press charges.

Here are all the notable incidents from the week of Nov. 26-Dec. 2.

Aggravated Assault, 935 W Broad St (Taco Bell parking lot), Nov 26, 7:12 PM, police
responded to a report of an assault in progress. Following an investigation, police
arrested Douglas Smith, 55, of McLean, VA, for Simple Assault and Strangulation.

suspect sold imitation gold jewelry to the business after misrepresenting its value.
Investigation continues.

Nov 28, unknown suspect(s) took roofing materials from behind the building.
Investigation continues.

Burglary - Commercial, 1055-B W Broad St (Babylon Market), between 8:30 PM on
Nov 27 and 10:20 AM on Nov 28, unknown suspect(s) forced entry to the business and
removed items of value. Investigation continues.

responded for a 911 hangup at the business. Investigating officers determined that a fight
had just occurred in the bar, and identified the suspects. Investigation continues.

Dec 01, unknown suspect(s) threw a rock through the front window of the business.
Investigation continues.