Crime & Safety
Police Investigate 'Shots Fired' Near Braddock Metro Station
Sounds heard late Wednesday night near N. Fayette and Wythe streets were likely fireworks, police say.
The Alexandria Police Department is investigating a report of “shots fired” in the area of N. Fayette and Wythe streets, according to an alert issued by police at 12:07 a.m. Thursday.
After witnesses were interviewed, police say the sounds were most probably fireworks.
Fireworks are banned by the City of Alexandria:
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- It is unlawful for any person to store, offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail, use or explode any fireworks (including sparklers) within the City limits.
- Offenses are Class One misdemeanors in the City of Alexandria and are punishable by a $2,500 fine and/or up to 12 months in prison.
- Fireworks violations may be reported to the Alexandria Fire Department at 703.746.5227 or the Alexandria Police Department at 703.746.4444.
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