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Two Arrested In Connection To Double Shooting That Left Minors Hospitalized In VA: Police Two Arrested In Connection To Double Shooting That Left Minors Hospitalized In VA: Police
Two Arrested In Connection To Double Shooting That Left Minors Hospitalized In VA: Police Alexandria Police have arrested two Fairfax County residents in connection with the double shooting that occurred near the intersection of North Fayette and Wythe Streets in late September, authorities announced. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, authorities announced the arrests of Fitzhugh Godwin IV, 22, and Marcus Elliott, 28 following a weeks-long investigation into a shooting earlier this year.  The arrests stem from the Sept. 28 incident where two juveniles were shot while sitting in a parked car on Wythe Street. Both victims were transported to a local hospital, one in critical condition and…
Machete-Wielding Man Stabbed Victim In Face, Assaulted Woman In Virginia, Police Say Machete-Wielding Man Stabbed Victim In Face, Assaulted Woman In Virginia, Police Say
Machete-Wielding Man Stabbed Victim In Face, Assaulted Woman In Virginia, Police Say A suspect who stabbed a man in the face repeatedly with a "machete-style knife" and struck a woman during a domestic dispute in Prince William County is in custody months after a violent early-morning attack, police confirmed. Valentino Cruz Reyes, 49, who has no fixed address, was arrested this week in North Carolina following a months-long investigation into a domestic incident that was reported shortly before 1 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 19 inside a home in the 1400 block of Maryland Avenue in Woodbridge. According to the Prince William Police Department, a 31-year-old woman and 44-year-old ma…
'Significant Risk To Community Deserves Every Minute' Of Sentence In Loudoun County: Prosecutor 'Significant Risk To Community Deserves Every Minute' Of Sentence In Loudoun County: Prosecutor
'Significant Risk To Community Deserves Every Minute' Of Sentence In Loudoun County: Prosecutor A man described as "a significant risk to the community" will spend nearly two decades in prison, prosecutors in Loudoun County announced on Thursday. Lorenzo Arnez Green, 39, who has a lengthy criminal history, was sentenced to 18 years in prison with no time suspended after being convicted on a host of charges following an incident that played out while he was on probation. Specifically, Green was convicted of:  Two counts of possession with the. intent to distribute a Schedule I or II controlled substance; Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance; Possession of a fire…
Ex-Con Found Guilty Of Shooting Transgender Sex Partner Just After Sex Act: Feds Ex-Con Found Guilty Of Shooting Transgender Sex Partner Just After Sex Act: Feds
Ex-Con Found Guilty Of Shooting Transgender Sex Partner Just After Sex Act: Feds An ex-con from Washington DC has been convicted of shooting a transgender victim following a sexual act, federal authorities announced. Jerry Tyree, who has previous weapon and drug convictions in Maryland and the District, was found guilty by a Superior Court jury of aggravated assault while armed for shooting his victim in November last year in Northeast DC.  Court documents state that Tyree met his victim at the intersection of Eastern Avenue NE and Foote Street NE shortly before 2 p.m., on Nov. 29, 2023, where they negotiated a price for oral sex. The two then walked to …
'We're Not Going Back': Harris, Walz Lay Out Vision For Future In First Rally Together 'We're Not Going Back': Harris, Walz Lay Out Vision For Future In First Rally Together
'We're Not Going Back': Harris, Walz Lay Out Vision For Future In First Rally Together Kamala Harris introduced her new running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the "Vice President America deserves" during their first campaign stop at Temple University in Philadelphia. Speaking together on Tuesday, Aug. 6, in their first joint rally since Harris tapped Walz as her running mate, Vice President Harris, age 59, said this election will come down to one thing: freedom.  "The freedom from gun violence, freedom to vote, freedom to love who you wish to with pride, and the freedom for women to do what they wish with their body and not have the government tell them what to do," she…
Women Sliced Off Thumb Of 'Sugar Daddy' During Deadly DC Assault To Access His Money: Reports Women Sliced Off Thumb Of 'Sugar Daddy' During Deadly DC Assault To Access His Money: Reports
Women Sliced Off Thumb Of 'Sugar Daddy' During Deadly DC Assault To Access His Money: Reports Disturbing new details have been released following the violent death of 53-year-old Fasil Mulatu Teklemariam in Northwest DC earlier this year.  On April 5, Teklemariam was found stabbed to death in an apartment at around in the 1300 block of Peabody Street NW, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. He was found in his apartment suffering from multiple stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene, though it is believed he was assaulted days earlier, police said. Two women, Tiffany Taylor Gray, 22, of Bowie, and 19-year-old Audrey Miller, who has no fixed addre…
Virginia Man Accused Of Fatal Shooting During Argument Outside Maryland Home: Sheriff Virginia Man Accused Of Fatal Shooting During Argument Outside Maryland Home: Sheriff
Virginia Man Accused Of Fatal Shooting During Argument Outside Maryland Home: Sheriff An argument between two men outside of a Calvert County home turned deadly when a Virginia man pulled out a gun and shot his victim on Wednesday night.  Fredericksburg resident Anthony Wayne Simpson, 40, is facing murder and other charges in connection to the fatal shooting of 39-year-old North Beach native William Lee Hutcherson near his residence, according to the sheriff's office. Shortly after 9 p.m. on June 26, deputies were called to the 9500 block of Sea Gulf Court in North Beach, where there was a reported shooting, and upon arrival, they found Hutcherson suffering from a gunsh…
Teen Shooter Indicted For Murder Of Restaurant Manager Near Catholic University In DC Teen Shooter Indicted For Murder Of Restaurant Manager Near Catholic University In DC
Teen Shooter Indicted For Murder Of Restaurant Manager Near Catholic University In DC A teen shooter has been indicted on charges in connection to the fatal shooting of a popular restaurant manager who was gunned down on his way home from work, federal authorities announced. Jaleil Jones, now 19, of Northwest DC, has been charged in an indictment for his alleged role in the death of Robert Lavender, the manager of the BGR "Burgers Grilled Right" restaurant last summer not far from the Catholic University of America. Google Maps street view Lavender, 44, was identified by the Metropolitan Police Department last year as the man who was shot in the 600 block of Monroe Street …
District Man Sentenced For Killing 16-Year-Old During Deadly Drug Deal In DC: Feds District Man Sentenced For Killing 16-Year-Old During Deadly Drug Deal In DC: Feds
District Man Sentenced For Killing 16-Year-Old During Deadly Drug Deal In DC: Feds An 18-year-old gunman who killed a teen during a botched drug deal in Washington, DC will avoid the maximum prison term after a judge showed leniency, federal authorities announced. District resident Eugene Williams was sentenced this week after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter in December for the fatal shooting of DeShaun Francis, 16, who accompanied a family member to sell marijuana in February 2022. According to court documents, on Feb. 8, 2022, Williams arranged to buy weed from a family member of Francis, with the intention of visiting his father after the deal went down. Fra…
Teen's Spirit 'Here Every Step Of The Way' After Being Killed In DC Metro Station, Family Says Teen's Spirit 'Here Every Step Of The Way' After Being Killed In DC Metro Station, Family Says
Teen's Spirit 'Here Every Step Of The Way' After Being Killed In DC Metro Station, Family Says Thousands of dollars have been raised by the community on behalf of the family of a 14-year-old who was shot and killed in a Metro station in Northeast DC last week. Avion Evans was identified by the Metropolitan Police Department as the teenager who was killed when a fight broke out on the platform of the Brookland-Catholic University Metro Station in the 800 block Monroe Street NE.  The shooting was reported shortly before 4 p.m. on April 4. Upon arrival, officers found Evans suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the station by DC Fire and EMS personn…
Three Admit To Mistakenly Shooting Father, Son Heading To WWE Show In Northeast DC: Feds Three Admit To Mistakenly Shooting Father, Son Heading To WWE Show In Northeast DC: Feds
Three Admit To Mistakenly Shooting Father, Son Heading To WWE Show In Northeast DC: Feds Three men who shot a father and his 14-year-old son waiting to head to a WWE wrestling event in Northeast DC more than five years ago have admitted to their roles in the mistaken hit, federal authorities announced. District residents Jamal Matthews, Darnell Savoy, and Stefon Freshley pleaded guilty over the weekend to the Dec. 28, 2018 shooting of two people in the Clay Terrace neighborhood who were innocent bystanders. According to the government’s evidence, the victims were in their SUV standing along the curb in the 200 block of 54th Street NE, waiting for a friend to arrive so they…
Third Home Invader Charged With Abduction During Violent Virginia Burglary (UPDATED) Third Home Invader Charged With Abduction During Violent Virginia Burglary (UPDATED)
Third Home Invader Charged With Abduction During Violent Virginia Burglary (Updated) A third person has been arrested for his alleged role in a home invasion in Fairfax County late last year during a violent robbery, police announced on Thursday. Cartier Wesley, 24, of Lorton, is the latest to be implicated in the crime that landed Elijah Thomas, 24, and Jaquan Ross, 32, behind bars for a December robbery in McLean. At around 5:45 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 27, officers from the Fairfax County Police Department were called to the 1300 block of Spring Hill Road, where three men reportedly forced their way into a home brandishing a gun and demanded money. According to a police spo…
Teen Killed During Hotel Fight Near Dulles Airport (UPDATE) Teen Killed During Hotel Fight Near Dulles Airport (UPDATE)
Teen Killed During Hotel Fight Near Dulles Airport (Update) Police have released additional details in a fight that turned deadly for one teenager in Fairfax County Wednesday, March 20. Officers responded to the 13000 block of Coppermine Road in McNair, up the road from Dulles Airport, around 3:30 p.m. on reports of shots fired, police said. UPDATE: Major Search Launched For Gunman, 18, In Deadly Shooting Near Dulles Airport On scene of a shooting in Fairfax County, where officers say a teenager was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. 13000 blk Coppermine Rd in McNair, not far from Dulles Airport. Police still searchi…
Three Stabbed In Arlington Building Stairwell: Police Three Stabbed In Arlington Building Stairwell: Police
Three Stabbed In Arlington Building Stairwell: Police Three people were stabbed in fight between five people in Arlington Friday night, Dec. 15, police said. Reports of a stabbing in the stairwell of a building on the 5100 block of Columbia Pike came just before 6:10 p.m. Responding officers found a man suffering from a gash and immediately began rendering aid. Then, another man was found on the 1000 block of S. Frederick Street, and then a boy in the 5000 block of 8th Road S — both suffering from lacerations. Medics responded and all three patients were taken to area hospitals with serious injuries. All three patients were in stable con…
DC Dognapping Victim Shares Footage In Desperate Plea For Help: 'He Threatened To End My Life' DC Dognapping Victim Shares Footage In Desperate Plea For Help: 'He Threatened To End My Life'
DC Dognapping Victim Shares Footage In Desperate Plea For Help: 'He Threatened To End My Life' Tragedy struck twice in less than a year for a dog-lover from DC who has now lost two puppies. Teffiney Worthy got a French bulldog puppy shortly after she lost her other dog during floods last August at District Dogs NE daycare facility. On Saturday, Nov. 25, Worthy was met by an armed dognapper at the door of her Northeast DC home, she and police said. Armed with a taser, the man demanded Worthy's 6-month-old puppy Hendrix, then got into a black Nissan with tinted windows and paper tags and fled eastbound on Monroe Street NE, police said. Worthy shared a photo of the dognapper and vide…
Pickaxe-Wielding MS-13 Gang Member Admits To Role In Grisly Murder Of Teen In VA Park Pickaxe-Wielding MS-13 Gang Member Admits To Role In Grisly Murder Of Teen In VA Park
Pickaxe-Wielding MS-13 Gang Member Admits To Role In Grisly Murder Of Teen In VA Park An El Salvadoran man who is a part of MS-13 admitted to his role in kidnapping and violently murdering a boy in Fairfax County in 2016. Edwin Orellana Caballero, who was 16 and living in Alexandria at the time of the murder, is the latest to plead guilty to killing a 14-year-old from Falls Church who was lured to Holmes Run Stream Valley Park in Fairfax County, where he was butchered by members of the street gang, federal authorities announced on Thursday. Prosecutors say that on Sept. 26, 2016, the teen - whose name was listed as S.A.A.T. by the DOJ - was cajoled to go to the park, where …
Police ID Man Killed Near Apartment In Quiet Virginia Neighborhood Police ID Man Killed Near Apartment In Quiet Virginia Neighborhood
Police ID Man Killed Near Apartment In Quiet Virginia Neighborhood A shooter remains at large after a 26-year-old man was gunned down in Prince William County overnight, police say. Shortly before 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday night, residents reported hearing multiple gunshots fired in the 3700 block of Wharf Lane in the Triangle neighborhood, with one person down. Google Maps satellite view Upon arrival, officers from the Prince William County Police Department found Big Stone Gap resident Quatrail Raynard Smalls suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.  He was rushed to an area hospital and later died from the injuries, according to a police spokesperson Whi…
Dozens Of Fugitives In DMV Behind Bars After Three-Day 'Operation Trident',' Officials Say Dozens Of Fugitives In DMV Behind Bars After Three-Day 'Operation Trident',' Officials Say
Dozens Of Fugitives In DMV Behind Bars After Three-Day 'Operation Trident',' Officials Say Dozens of fugitives were apprehended following a three-day operation around Washington, DC that led to the recovery of three weapons, authorities announced on Thursday. "Operation Trident" reached it's conclusion on Thursday, Oct. 5, which landed local and federal officials with 48 suspects in custody, many of whom were on supervised release or on probation for previous offenses. "Together we captured 48 violent fugitives," Assistant Director in Charge David Sundberg of the FBI Washington Field Office said. "We're grateful to our federal and local partners for working with us this week and…
DC Teen Killed By Masked Men At Work Dreamed Of Making Better Life For Little Sisters DC Teen Killed By Masked Men At Work Dreamed Of Making Better Life For Little Sisters
DC Teen Killed By Masked Men At Work Dreamed Of Making Better Life For Little Sisters Antonio Cunningham had a bright future ahead.  He was creative, with a passion for making TikTok videos. He loved his family, and dreamed of giving his siblings a better life. But the 17-year-old boy's life was cut short on Monday, Sept. 11, when he was killed on his way to work, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched for his family. "Antonio was not only a beloved child but also a proud and protective big brother of five sisters," the page reads. "In a heartbreaking and tragic turn of events, Antonio , a bright and promising young individual, lost his life on his way to work at J…
Teen Shooter Apprehended For Murder Of Man Near Catholic University In DC Teen Shooter Apprehended For Murder Of Man Near Catholic University In DC
Teen Shooter Apprehended For Murder Of Man Near Catholic University In DC Investigators from the Metropolitan Police Department have tracked down the teen shooter who was wanted for killing a man near the Catholic University of America. Jaleil Jones, 18, of Northwest DC, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder while armed for the death of Robert Lavender this summer, authorities announced on Saturday.  Lavender, 44, was identified by police as the man who was shot in the 600 block of Monroe Street NE near 7th Street NE and later died after being rushed to an area hospital on Monday, July 17. In a letter to the community following the incident, th…
Police ID Man Shot, Killed Near Catholic University In DC Police ID Man Shot, Killed Near Catholic University In DC
Police ID Man Shot, Killed Near Catholic University In DC For the second time in less than two weeks, a man was killed near the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. Southeast DC resident Robert Lavender, 44, has been identified by police as the man who was shot in the 600 block of Monroe Street NE near 7th Street NE and later died after being rushed to an area hospital. In a letter to the community, the university confirmed the shooting, noting that it is unclear whether or not the shooter or victim had any connection to the school. One suspect has been identified by Metropolitan Police Department investigators. He was described as …
Police ID Man Killed At Catholic University In DC Police ID Man Killed At Catholic University In DC
Police ID Man Killed At Catholic University In DC New details have been released after a 25-year-old man was killed in an on-campus shooting at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.  Kentucky resident Maxwell Emerson has been identified as the victim who was killed "in an incident of violence" that remains under investigation in Northeast DC. We are aware that there was an incident of violence that resulted in a fatality this morning. There is no present danger to the University community. We are working with the Metropolitan D.C. police department. We ask that you pray for the victim who died. — The Catholic University…
Woman Pistol Whipped, Robbed Trying To Buy Car For Cash Off Instagram In Fairfax County: Police Woman Pistol Whipped, Robbed Trying To Buy Car For Cash Off Instagram In Fairfax County: Police
Woman Pistol Whipped, Robbed Trying To Buy Car For Cash Off Instagram In Fairfax County: Police Two men were in custody after Fairfax County police say they pistol whipped and robbed a woman who agreed to buy a car off Instagram in cash. Zaire Davis, 20, of Woodbridge, and Forootan Samiei, 23, of Oakton, arranged to sell the vehicle on Instagram, and met up with a potential "buyer" on Sunday, June 25 on Americana Drive in Annandale, police said. The victim was picked-up by a ride-share and driven to the location of the vehicle for the sale. When she arrived, one of the suspects pulled out a handgun and repeatedly struck her in the head with it. The other suspect grabbed her …
Police ID Abductor Dead By Suicide After Violent Virginia Crime Spree Police ID Abductor Dead By Suicide After Violent Virginia Crime Spree
Police ID Abductor Dead By Suicide After Violent Virginia Crime Spree Authorities in Virginia have identified the 45-year-old abductor who died by suicide after a violent crime spree that crossed county lines over the weekend. Dana Paul Roman, 45, shot and killed himself after shooting one person multiple times; abducting and assaulting another; and then carjacking a third in Reston, whom he forced to transport him back to Richmond early Sunday, June 11, Fairfax County Police said. It all began in Henrico, where Roman abducted a victim whom police found suffering a stab wound and facial trauma in a car on the the 12000 block of Thunder Chase Drive in Res…
Motorcyclist Sporting Leather Jacket Wanted Following Sunday Morning Shooting In VA: Police Motorcyclist Sporting Leather Jacket Wanted Following Sunday Morning Shooting In VA: Police
Motorcyclist Sporting Leather Jacket Wanted Following Sunday Morning Shooting In VA: Police An early-morniing Arlington shooting is under investigation on Sunday, according to the police. Shortly after 2 a.m. on Sunday, June 4, members of the Arlington Police Department were called to the a parking lot in the 3000 block of Wilson Boulevard in Clarendon, where they found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was treated and rushed to an area hospital for treatment of undisclosed injuries. His condition was not available on Sunday afternoon. According to police, the initial investigation found that the victim - whose name has not been released - and shooter were involved…
Parking Lot Shooting Sends Victim To Hospital With Life-Threatening Injuries In Fairfax County Parking Lot Shooting Sends Victim To Hospital With Life-Threatening Injuries In Fairfax County
Parking Lot Shooting Sends Victim To Hospital With Life-Threatening Injuries In Fairfax County A man was hospitalized after being shot in a Fairfax County parking lot Wednesday, May 10, authorities said. The incident happened around 1 p.m. on the 3300 block of Glen Carlyn Drive in Falls Church, county police said. The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries while the suspect remains at large. The suspect was described as a 20-year-old Hispanic man in a blue sweater and dark pants. Anyone with information is urged to call 911.
Boy Killed Playing Video Games In Bedroom, Police In Virginia Say Boy Killed Playing Video Games In Bedroom, Police In Virginia Say
Boy Killed Playing Video Games In Bedroom, Police In Virginia Say Support was mounting for the family of a 6-year-old Virginia boy who was shot and killed while playing video games in his bed earlier this month. Kingston Campbell was laying in bed in his home on the 1500 block of Floyd Street in Lynchburg when a group of individuals fired a round of shots inside, killing him around 11:10 p.m. May 1, according to police and loved ones. The youngster was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, more than $16,700 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Kingston's family as of Monday, May 8. Community members attended a vigil held on May 3. Community Prayer …
Slippery Shooting Suspect Convicted Of Cold-Blooded Attack During DC Dispute Slippery Shooting Suspect Convicted Of Cold-Blooded Attack During DC Dispute
Slippery Shooting Suspect Convicted Of Cold-Blooded Attack During DC Dispute A Washington, DC man who evaded Metropolitan Police detectives for nearly a year after a violent shootout that left four people injured, has been convicted on all counts by a jury following a two-week trial. This week, Travis Littlejohn, 38, was found guilty for the July 5, 2019 shooting in he 3500 block of Clay Place in Northeast DC that left four people with serious injuries during a rapidly escalating dispute. Littlejohn was found guilty of all charges in the 28-count indictment, including: Four counts of assault with intent to kill while armed; Aggravated assault while armed; Three c…
Teen Found With Gunshot Wound In Triple Southeast DC Shooting Dies At Area Hospital: MPD Teen Found With Gunshot Wound In Triple Southeast DC Shooting Dies At Area Hospital: MPD
Teen Found With Gunshot Wound In Triple Southeast DC Shooting Dies At Area Hospital: MPD A teen who was shot during a violent night in Washington, DC has died from his injuries, officials announced. Abdul Fuller, 15, was pronounced dead at an area hospital on Thursday, March 9, marking the second murder victim who was gunned down during a shooting earlier this week by an unknown assailant, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The busy evening for first responders began shortly before 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, when there was a reported shooting in the 2700 block of Bruce Place in Southeast, DC. Upon arrival, officers found two victims suffering from gunshot wou…
Shooting Suspect Apprehended For Fatal Midday Double Shooting In Southeast DC, Police Say Shooting Suspect Apprehended For Fatal Midday Double Shooting In Southeast DC, Police Say
Shooting Suspect Apprehended For Fatal Midday Double Shooting In Southeast DC, Police Say A violent weekend in Washington, DC, ended with a shooting suspect in custody following a double murder on Sunday, authorities announced. Southeast, DC resident James Jones, 41, has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder while armed for his alleged role in the deaths of local residents David Wright, 57, and 54-year-old Nathaniel Howard, both of Southeast, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Shortly after 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26, officers in the Sixth District were called to the 3300 block of D Street in Southeast, DC, to investigate a reported shooting. Upon…
'Modern-Day Bonnie And Clyde' Targeted Woman's Ex Hours After Wishing A Happy Birthday In VA 'Modern-Day Bonnie And Clyde' Targeted Woman's Ex Hours After Wishing A Happy Birthday In VA
'Modern-Day Bonnie And Clyde' Targeted Woman's Ex Hours After Wishing A Happy Birthday In VA A Fredericksburg woman will spend years behind bars after planning a very special and bloody birthday present for her ex-boyfriend. Erann Ohse, 25, of Fredericksburg has pleaded to a host of charges after texting her ex before turning around and conspiring with a new paramour to drive an hour to murder him and a female friend, according to the Louisa County Commonwealth Attorney. On March 29, 2022, prosecutors say that Ohse and Andrew Poindexter, 26, of King George County, took the trek to Louisa County, where they went to her ex-boyfriend’s house wearing ski masks with handguns and multipl…