Crime & Safety
Armed Men Break Into Merrifield Home
The residents were able to hide as four men broke into their home with a gun in Merrifield.
DUNN LORING, VA—Police are searching for a group of burglars after breaking into two terrified residents' home in Merrifield Friday.
It was around noon when residents called police about a break-in in the 8100 block of Dumont Drive. The two residents were able to hide and make the call as four men forced their way inside. The victims say one was armed with a gun. The unknown suspects soon left, and the victims were not injured.
The suspects were described as four black men wearing dark colored jackets. Investigations revealed the unknown burglars may have attempted to break into another nearby home.
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The investigation continues, but police have not indicated leads on any suspects. To report information, call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131 or submit a tip online through Crime Solvers.
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