Roessler, a 24-year vet, had been serving as acting police chief for the Fairfax County Police Department since March 2013.
Robbery on the W & O.D. Trail and more.
Fifteen-year-old was trying on clothes Tuesday when incident occurred.
A dozen dogs are sick with what staff fears could be canine influenza, so the shelter will not be accepting dogs up for adoption for now.
The run is scheduled for Aug. 4.
Man charged with giving cell phone to teen to send sexually explicit images.
Deactivated cell phones that parents give to small children as toys can still call 911.
The deaths of two children in the region over the holiday weekend underscore the dangers of leaving young ones in hot cars.
After arrest of University of Virginia student who was buying a case of water, how Virginia ABC goes after underage purchases could change.
Undercurrents in the Potomac River—in which two people have drowned in the past two weeks—are stronger than an Olympic swimmer, a park official told Patch.
Recent incidents in and around the McLean Police District from the Fairfax County Police Department.
The most stolen car in Virginia is the 1996 Jeep Cherokee.
Police are still looking for four other men in the Tuesday smash-and-grab robbery.
Fairfax County Police Department officials credit intelligence-led policing, community relationships for continued success.
None of the victims were injured during the robberies.
A man was robbed while leaving an ATM in Tysons Saturday night.
Automatic Wireless Emergency Alerts system, set to launch June 1, can automatically target cell phones in the geographical area of an emergency.
Unlawful entry on Idylwood Road and more.
Larcenies on International Drive and more.
FCPD provided information about the new police cruisers during the recent CAC meeting at Franconia District Police Station.
Four burglaries in McLean and Falls Church.
A man brandishing a handgun demanded cash and fled on foot.
A roundup of alleged crime in Fairfax County, as reported by the Fairfax County Police Department.
Drop off your expired, used, or unwanted prescription drugs in McLean.
Larcenies at Tysons Corner mall, elsewhere.
FCPS says Rebecca Serafin may be heading to Los Angeles.
Wallets and diamond rings also reported stolen.
Police have issued a felony warrant for Rebecca Serafin, who allegedly fled the state with her son.
The “Striving for a Healthier Way” Prevention Conference focuses on deterring middle school-aged students from using drugs and teaches them to manage stress.
A Prince William County jury recommended that James Craig Summers, a former Fairfax County police officer, be sentenced to seven years in prison.
A Missouri driver hit three vehicles after entering the Northbound I-495 Express Lanes going the wrong way Thursday afternoon.
Cameron Serafin, 5, was supposed to be returned to his father on Sunday; authorities have issued a warrant for his mother.
Graffiti on Prichards court, larcenies at Tysons Corner Center.
Following two fatal accidents in the past month, the department kicks off springtime enforcement and education initiatives.
Graffiti on Teague Drive and more.
The 25-year-old man reported he was assaulted at Chain Bridge Road and Old Courthouse Road.
Event at Fairfax Corner honors 2013 National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
Handbags stolen from Tysons Corner Center and more.