Attempted Robbery, Unlawful Entry Reported in Reston Police District

A Reston businessperson reported an attempted robbery on the 11700 block of Sunset Hills Road last Friday (Aug. 7) morning, Fairfax County Police confirmed Wednesday.

The incident occurred just after 7:15 a.m. The employee told police a man walked into the business, displayed a knife and demanded money. The victim reportedly refused to give him any money, causing him to flee the scene.

The victim did not require medical attention, and was able to describe the suspect to authorities. The suspect was said to be a white male wearing a red-hooded sweatshirt, black pants and a mask.

Police also received a report of an unlawful entry in a home on the 10700 block of Falls Pointe Drive last Sunday (Aug. 9). The victim told authorities an unknown person entered their home through an unsecured door. The case is still being investigated.

FCPD also reported that electronic equipment was stolen from a vehicle on the 2300 block of Pimmit Drive, although no further details about the case have been released.