Children Dying in Hot Cars: Safety Advocates Reach Out on Social Media

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and child safety advocates are launching a social media campaign Wednesday.

Police Reports: Theft at Gun Point, Stolen Vehicles in the West End

The following crimes were reported by the Alexandria Police Department via crimereports.com.

Police Identify West End Homicide Victim

Bradley Bostick's death marks the fifth homicide in Alexandria in 2013.

Alexandria Police Investigating Shooting Death in West End

Police currently have no suspect information in Wednesday shooting of 40-year-old man on N. Armistead Street.

Crime: Robbery, Indecent Exposure in Alexandria's West End

The following are some of the recent incidents in Alexandria's West End as reported by the Alexandria Police Department.

Judge Sets $25K Bond for Alexandria Woman Accused of Leaving Baby in Hot Car

Alexandria Department of Human Services will determine if and when woman is allowed to live with her four other children.

Community Update

Police Department Accepting Citizen Academy Applications

Crime: Shooting on Homes Run Parkway, Assaults and Other Incidents

The following are some of the recent incidents in Alexandria's West End as reported by the Alexandria Police Department.

Infant Death Case: Court Orders Home Review Before Considering Bond for Mother

Arlington judge wants assurance woman's four other children are properly cared for.

Police: Man Exposed Himself at Landmark Area Bus Stop

Shooting on Holmes Run Parkway Investigated by Police

Two men suffered wounds with one in critical condition.

Crime: Lacrosse Coaches Fight, Several Cars Stolen and More

The following are some of the recent incidents in Alexandria's West End as reported by the Alexandria Police Department.

Extinguished Fun? Alexandria Fire Marshals Confiscate 500 Illegal Fireworks

All fireworks are prohibited in Alexandria, including sparklers.

Police Reports: Package Theft, Attempted Catalytic Converter Heist

The following are some of the thefts, robberies and other recent police incidents in Alexandria's West End.

Police Reports: Gunpoint Robbery, Other Incidents

The following are some of the thefts, robberies and other recent police incidents in Alexandria's West End.

Police Investigate West End Bank Robbery

The TD Bank on South Van Dorn Street was robbed Wednesday afternoon.

Police Report: Student Assaulted in School

The following crimes were reported by the Alexandria Police Department via crimereports.com between May 25 - 31.

Police: Vehicles and Tires Stolen in Recent Crime Reports

The most recently available police reports from the Alexandria Police Department.

SunTrust Bank on Duke Street Robbed Tuesday Afternoon

Police: Man implied he had a weapon.

Police: Missing Tools, Missing Package Among Reported Incidents

The following are some of the thefts, robberies and other recent police incidents in Alexandria's West End.

Crime Report: Multiple Thefts from Cars in One Neighborhood

One two nights, a dozen residents of one West End neighborhood reported their cars were entered and items were stolen.

Alexandria Police ID Boy Struck, Killed in Crash

Jacob Choi ran into the street May 4 on Stevenson Avenue.

Alexandria Police Reports: Vehicles Spray-Painted

The Alexandria Police Department reported the following crimes in the West End of Alexandria between in the past week.

Police: No Charges for Driver in Child’s Death

Four-year-old boy was struck by vehicle, killed Saturday in Alexandria.

4-Year-Old Hit, Killed in Alexandria; Mother Injured

Police have not yet released the boy's name.

Alexandria Police Reports: Two Robberies Reported

The Alexandria Police Department reported the following crimes in the West End of Alexandria between in the past week.

UPDATED: Alexandria Police Confirm Robbery on Duke Street

Police have made no arrests in case.

Saturday is Drug-Take Back Day Nationwide, in Alexandria

Drop off your expired, used or unwanted prescription drugs in Alexandria.

Officer Laboy Returns Home to Get a Big Surprise

The Alexandria police officer who was shot in the head Feb. 27 returned home and found a sweet new ride.

Public Invited to Honor Police, Correctional Officers at Events

May includes National Correctional Officers and Employees Week, National Police Week.

Alexandria Police Reports: Thief Exchanges Bike, Firearm Discharged

The Alexandria Police Department reported the following crimes in the West End of Alexandria in the past week.

Police Reports: Police Investigate Thefts

The Alexandria Police Department reported the following crimes in the West End of Alexandria between in the past week.

Alexandria Day Care Workers Charged in Arlington

Two women were charged with multiple counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor after Arlington police stop.

Police Ask Sex Assault Victims to Come Forward

Investigators believe man accused of similar crimes in Arlington and Fairfax counties may have victimized more people.

Police Reports: Man Tries Scam, Grabs Phone

The Alexandria Police Department reported the following crimes in the West End of Alexandria in the past week.

DNA Proving Helpful in Solving Cases in Virginia

There are more than 350,000 DNA samples in the Virginia Department of Forensic Science’s database to help law enforcement agencies solve crimes around the state.

Alexandria Crime Falls to Historic Lows

Crime in 2012 in the city decreased more than 9 percent.

Alexandria Police Reports: Multiple Vehicle Thefts

The Alexandria Police Department reported the following crimes in the West End of Alexandria in the past week.

Sheriff’s Office Holds Awards, Promotion Ceremony

The Alexandria’s Sheriff’s Office recognized employees March 26.