Two Robberies Near Falls Church Reported Saturday

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA -- Two robberies were reported on Saturday, April 29 in Fairfax County near Falls Church. Police are looking for unknown suspects in both incidents.

Around 2:51 a.m Saturday, a 31-year-old woman was followed home by an SUV at the 3600 block of Barcroft View Terrace in Bailey's Crossroads. When she got out of the car, a man pointed a gun at her and demanded money. The victim handed over an undisclosed amount of cash and the suspect left. The victim was not injured.

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The unknown suspect is described as black, in his 30s, tall and skinny. He was wearing a black shirt and blue pants. A description of the SUV is not available.

In the other incident, police responded to a call at the 7900 block of Lee Highway near Merrifield around 6 p.m. Saturday. Police say a 27-year-old man was running when two men came up and demanded his belongings. One suspect grabbed the victim while the other implied he had a weapon. The victim handed over his wallet and cell phone, and both suspects left. The victim declined medical attention.

One is described as black, in his mid-20s and between 5 feet 5 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall. He was wearing a black T-shirt, black and red shorts and black and white sneakers. The other suspect is described as Hispanic, in his mid-20s and between 5 feet 5 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall. He was wearing a white T-shirt and red shorts.

To report information, call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131 or submit a tip online through Crime Solvers.

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