Crime & Safety
Men Arrested After Chaotic Chase In Hybla Valley: Police
Police were called to the scene when the men reportedly pointed a gun at another driver.
HYBLA VALLEY, VA—Two Alexandria men are facing charges after an armed confrontation with a driver led to a police pursuit Saturday in Hybla Valley.
Around 2:41 p.m., Fairfax County Police had responded to Sherwood Hall Lane at Fordson Road for a report of someone pointing a gun at a driver during a traffic pursuit. Officers tried to stop the car, but the driver sped off and started a pursuit.
At one point, the driver and passenger fled on foot. Police were able to catch up and take them into custody.
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Timothy Matthews, 24, and Chester Collier, 37, were charged with brandishing a firearm, possession of a firearm by a non-violent convicted felon, possession of a schedule I narcotic and felony speed to elude, among other charges. According to court records, Matthews and Collier will appear in Fairfax County court on Aug. 28.
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