Crime & Safety

Suspect Sought In Robbery Near Vienna Metro

Police say the victim had been walking near the station when the robbery happened.

A woman was robbed near the Vienna Metro Station Tuesday, Nov. 13, according to Fairfax County Police.

The robbery happened around 11:20 p.m. in the 9400 block of Virginia Center Boulevard, which is on the north side of the station. The suspect reportedly walked up behind her and grabbed her purse. A brief struggle ensued, and the purse straps broke. The man walked away toward the station.

The suspect is described as a man around 5 foot 8, 180 pounds and wearing a dark hat, dark jacket and dark pants.

Find out what's happening in Viennafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

To report information, call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131 or submit a tip online through Crime Solvers.


Find out what's happening in Viennafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Image via Emily Leayman/Patch

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.