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Fairfax County Man Accused Of Murdering 75-Year-Old Mother: Police Fairfax County Man Accused Of Murdering 75-Year-Old Mother: Police
Fairfax County Man Accused Of Murdering 75-Year-Old Mother: Police A man was taken into custody and charged in connection to the death of his 75-year-old mother in Fairfax County. At approximately 9:40 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, officers were called to the 6300 block of Lincolnia Road to conduct a death investigation, where they found Myong Kim suffering from traumatic injuries to her upper body, police say. Investigators say that detectives determined that John Kim, 39, fatally assaulted his mother and remained at the scene until officers arrived. Both Kims are from Lincolnia. John Kim was taken into custody and taken to the Fairfax County Adult Detentio…

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Skeletal Remains Found In Tent Along Virginia Roadway: Police Skeletal Remains Found In Tent Along Virginia Roadway: Police
Skeletal Remains Found In Tent Along Virginia Roadway: Police A death investigation has been launched in Prince William County after a grisly discovery was made in Woodbridge on Wednesday afternoon. Shortly after 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 30, investigators were called to the 14700 block of Telegraph Road, where they found the skeletal remains of an adult found inside a tent inside a wooded area.  A spokesperson from the Prince William County Police Department said that the remains have been transported to the Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy to confirm the identity of the body and determine the exact cause and manner of death. "At this time, the…

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by Zak Failla
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Man, 21, Reported Missing In Virginia Found Dead, Police Say Man, 21, Reported Missing In Virginia Found Dead, Police Say
Man, 21, Reported Missing In Virginia Found Dead, Police Say A 21-year-old man who was reported missing on Tuesday morning in Prince William County was found dead on Wednesday, authorities announced. An alert was issued by police regarding 21-year-old Landon Von Darnell, who went missing from his home on Tenbury Court in the Bristow area of on Oct. 1. At the time, police said that he was "believed to be missing under voluntary circumstances and may be in need of assistance which qualifies him as endangered."  On Wednesday, Oct. 2, the Prince William County Police Department reported that Darnell was found dead in the Sperryville area, wher…

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Fishermen Find 46-Year-Old Man Floating In Virginia Waters: Police Fishermen Find 46-Year-Old Man Floating In Virginia Waters: Police
Fishermen Find 46-Year-Old Man Floating In Virginia Waters: Police Fishermen enjoying the water this weekend in Virginia came upon a grisly discovery when they found a floating body in their wake, police say. Officers from the Prince William County Police Department were called to the area of the 500 block of Harbor Side Street in Woodbridge to probe a death that was reported in the area. Police say that members of a fishing vessel in the area found the body floating in the water, prompting a call to fire and rescue personnel, who were able to remove the body from the water and confirm the death. There were no signs of foul play, investigators noted. The…

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by Zak Failla
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Woman, 72, Reported Missing In Virginia For Days Found Dead, Police Say Woman, 72, Reported Missing In Virginia For Days Found Dead, Police Say
Woman, 72, Reported Missing In Virginia For Days Found Dead, Police Say A 72-year-old woman who was reported missing in Virginia on Thursday morning has been found dead, police say, though no foul play is suspected in her death.  On Thursday, Sept. 26, an alert was issued by the Fairfax County Police Department regarding Sylvia Hunt, who was last seen days ago on Monday, Sept. 23 in the 5800 block of Aspen Wood Court in McLean. At the time, police noted that Hunt was considered endangered due to mental and physical health concerns. Shortly after 7 p.m. on Thursday night, the police issued a new announcement advising that Hunt was found dead. Detectives from t…

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Inmate Found Dead Inside Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, Police Say Inmate Found Dead Inside Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, Police Say
Inmate Found Dead Inside Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, Police Say A death investigation has been launched by police after an inmate was found dead inside the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. Investigators have identified 37-year-old John Boos as the person who is now the subject of a probe at the facility after being found unresponsive in a single cell late on Saturday, Sept. 21.  According to the Fairfax County Police Department, deputies at the jail performed life-saving measures until paramedics arrived to transport Boos to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Boos' body has since been taken to Office of the Chief Medical Exami…

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45-Year-Old Crushed To Death While Working On Car In Virginia: Police 45-Year-Old Crushed To Death While Working On Car In Virginia: Police
45-Year-Old Crushed To Death While Working On Car In Virginia: Police A 45-year-old man was killed after a vehicle he was working on in Prince George's County fell on top of him, pinning him underneath, according to police. Officers were called at around 4 a.m. on Wednesday morning to the 15700 block of Cool Spring Drive in Haymarket to launch a death investigation after there was a mishap that led to the man's death. Police say that the vehicle unexpectedly dropped and pinned him underneath. He was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders.  No foul play is suspected. More details may be released as the investigation continues. Check Daily Voi…

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by Zak Failla
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Decomposed Body Found Behind Virginia Gas Station: Police Decomposed Body Found Behind Virginia Gas Station: Police
Decomposed Body Found Behind Virginia Gas Station: Police A death investigation has been launched in Prince William County after a decomposing body was found behind a Woodbridge gas station. Shortly after noon on Wednesday, Sept. 11, officers responded to Exxon in the 2400 block of Prince William Parkway, where they found the body of a presumed male who was found between the dumpster and surrounding brick enclosure. The body was taken to the Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy to confirm the identity and determine the cause of death.  No foul play is suspected. More information is expected to be released. Check Daily Voice for updates…

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by Zak Failla
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Driver Placed Gas Can In Vehicle Before Fiery, Deadly Crash In Virginia: Police Driver Placed Gas Can In Vehicle Before Fiery, Deadly Crash In Virginia: Police
Driver Placed Gas Can In Vehicle Before Fiery, Deadly Crash In Virginia: Police Police in Prince William County have launched a death investigation into a fiery crash Friday, Aug. 23, they said. The sole occupants of the vehicle that had crashed and went up in flames at Old Bridge and Occoquan Roads around 6:50 p.m. is believed to have placed gasoline in the passenger compartment of their vehicle just before that crash, police said. The gas caused the fire inside of the vehicle, authorities said. The fire, as well as the cause and manner of death, is still under investigation. The identity of the deceased will be released pending identification and next-of-…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Decomposing Body Found Near Virginia Woods (DEVELOPING) Decomposing Body Found Near Virginia Woods (DEVELOPING)
Decomposing Body Found Near Virginia Woods (Developing) A death investigation has been launched in Prince William County after the decomposing body of a man was found in a wooded area overnight, police say. Shortly before 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, officers responded to the 1700 block of Featherstone Road in Woodbridge, where they found the body in the area. According to the Prince William County Police Department, the body was found in a decomposed state and taken to the Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy to determine the identity of the man and exact cause of death. Police say that "there is no threat to the community concerning t…

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No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On W&OD Trail In Loudoun County: Sheriff No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On W&OD Trail In Loudoun County: Sheriff
No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On W&OD Trail In Loudoun County: Sheriff The death investigation in Loudoun County is ongoing days after a 23-year-old man's body was found along the Washington and Old Dominion (W&OD) Trail. At approximately 6:20 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, deputies from the sheriff's office were called to the trail between Dominion Drive and Crestview Drive in Sterling, when hikers made an unsettling discovery. ALERT: There is a heavy law enforcement presence on the W&OD Trail in Sterling between Dominion Drive and Crestview Drive. Please avoid the trail in that area. pic.twitter.com/TVBHk8gNSb — Loudoun County Sheriff's Office…

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by Zak Failla
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Two Found Dead Inside Virginia Home During Shooting Investigation: Police (DEVELOPING) Two Found Dead Inside Virginia Home During Shooting Investigation: Police (DEVELOPING)
Two Found Dead Inside Virginia Home During Shooting Investigation: Police (Developing) A death investigation has been launched in Prince William County after a man and woman were found dead inside a Dumfries home overnight, police say. Shortly before 10 p.m. on Aug. 7, officers responded to the 1900 block of Fort Monroe Circle to investigate a reported death. Upon arrival, they found a 33-year-old man and 30-year-old woman inside suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators say that the two knew each other and were pronounced dead at the scene. The incident appears to be isolated, they noted, and there is no ongoing threat. No details about the shooting or either victim has…

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by Zak Failla
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Decomposing Body Found In Virginia Vehicle: Prince William County Police Decomposing Body Found In Virginia Vehicle: Prince William County Police
Decomposing Body Found In Virginia Vehicle: Prince William County Police A death investigation has been launched in Prince William County after a body was found inside a parked vehicle in Dumfries over the weekend.  Officers were called shortly before 2:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, to the 17100 block of Wayside Drive, where a Good Samaritan located the dead body in the area. According to the Prince William County Police Department, upon arrival, they found the body in a decomposed state, and it has since been taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy to determine an ID, cause and exact manner of death. Investigators made not…

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'16 And Pregnant' Star Autumn Oxley Dies In Virginia: Reports '16 And Pregnant' Star Autumn Oxley Dies In Virginia: Reports
'16 And Pregnant' Star Autumn Oxley Dies In Virginia: Reports A death investigation has been launched after a former MTV reality show star died over the weekend, according to multiple reports. Autumn Oxley, 27, who was featured on "16 and Pregnant" in 2014 with the birth of her son, Drake, reportedly suffered a medical emergency in Sandston Saturday, July 20. She was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene by first responders in Henrico County, which is not far from Richmond. According to a Deadline report, Oxley's sister announced her death on Facebook, but later deleted the post. The cause and manner of death remain under investigation…

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Suspicious Death Under Investigation Days After Body Found On Fairfax County Path, Police Say Suspicious Death Under Investigation Days After Body Found On Fairfax County Path, Police Say
Suspicious Death Under Investigation Days After Body Found On Fairfax County Path, Police Say A homicide investigation is ongoing in Fairfax County days after a suspicious body was found on a path in Oakton on Saturday afternoon. Shortly after 3 p.m. on July 20, officers were called to the 9500 block of Route 29, when a walker found a man unresponsive in the area, "with obvious trauma to the body."  He was pronounced dead at the scene. Officers are on scene of a death investigation in the 9500 blk of Route 29 near Oakton. An adult male was found unresponsive. The male was declared deceased at the scene. Detectives are onscene investigating. #FCPD pic.twitter.com/R4PvHivBTD …

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by Zak Failla
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District Resident, 30, Identified As Man Shot To Death In Prince George's County Home: Police District Resident, 30, Identified As Man Shot To Death In Prince George's County Home: Police
District Resident, 30, Identified As Man Shot To Death In Prince George's County Home: Police A suspect is at large after a District man was found suffering from fatal gunshot wounds in a Prince George's County home, police say. James Page, 30, is the subject of a death investigation as detectives probe the fatal shooting that was reported on Tuesday morning. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, at around 2:40 a.m. on July 2, officers were called to the 6800 block of Old Branch Avenue, where there were reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found Page inside the home suffering from gunshot wounds.  He was pronounced dead at the scene. No details abou…

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Man Swimming With Family In Lake Manassas Drowns, Police Say (DEVELOPING) Man Swimming With Family In Lake Manassas Drowns, Police Say (DEVELOPING)
Man Swimming With Family In Lake Manassas Drowns, Police Say (Developing) A 45-year-old man died on Sunday afternoon after drowning in Lake Manassas, police say. Shortly after 4:45 p.m. on June 23, officers from the Prince William County Police Department were called to Burwell Road in Nokesville, where there was a person swimming with a family member in the lake when he appeared to struggle before becoming submerged in the water. According to investigators, fire and rescue personnel were able to locate and remove the man from the water, where he was pronounced dead by first responders. The body was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine …

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Police Seeking Tips After Missing Woman's Body Pulled From Wooded Area In Virginia Police Seeking Tips After Missing Woman's Body Pulled From Wooded Area In Virginia
Police Seeking Tips After Missing Woman's Body Pulled From Wooded Area In Virginia Police continue to seek tips after a missing woman's body was found in a wooded area in Fairfax County. Springfield resident Fayra Desiree Bonilla-Rubi was reported missing to the Fairfax County Police Department by family members on Monday, June 10, only to be found dead in the 7600 block of Highland Street late last week, according to officials, who say they were alerted to the body by a member of the community. Fayra Bonilla-Rubi. GoFundMe photo The investigation into her death is ongoing, and an autopsy is being conducted to confirm the cause and manner of death. Nearly three w…

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by Zak Failla
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Missing Woman Found Dead Near Wooded Area In Virginia, Police Say Missing Woman Found Dead Near Wooded Area In Virginia, Police Say
Missing Woman Found Dead Near Wooded Area In Virginia, Police Say A 26-year-old woman reported missing for nearly a week in Fairfax County was found dead near a wooded area, police say. Springfield resident Fayra Desiree Bonilla-Rubi was reported missing to the Fairfax County Police Department by family members on Monday, June 10, only to be found dead in the 7600 block of Highland Street late on Friday afternoon, according to officials, who say they were alerted to the body by a member of the community. The investigation into her death is ongoing, and an autopsy is being conducted to confirm the cause and manner of death. No additional details were…

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by Zak Failla
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Missing Man, 25, Found Dead In Fairfax County, Police Say Missing Man, 25, Found Dead In Fairfax County, Police Say
Missing Man, 25, Found Dead In Fairfax County, Police Say A 25-year-old man missing since May 7 has been found dead, police in Fairfax County said. Om Arvind had last been seen leaving the 7200 block of Centreville Road in Manassas. On Saturday, May 18, county police said he had been found dead, and no foul play was suspected. In a statement shared to social media, Arvind's family said that a funeral service would not be held "in respect of Om's wishes."

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by Cecilia Levine
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Woman Found Dead On Fairfax County Roadside, Police Say Woman Found Dead On Fairfax County Roadside, Police Say
Woman Found Dead On Fairfax County Roadside, Police Say Police were investigating the death of a woman whose body was found in Fairfax County early Saturday, May 18. The woman's body was found near Old Towne Road and 14th St., E in Belle View around 6:30 p.m., a spokesperson for the FCPD said. UPDATE: Police have identified the body found in Belle View as 58-year-old CNN political commentator Alice Stewart. No foul play was suspected and the incident remains under investigation.

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by Cecilia Levine