Tag: police
A police search turns up 20 ATM skimmers
A Fairfax County Police operation to search ATMs across the county discovered 20 skimming devices used to steal personal credit card and bank information. Three skimmers were found at these locations in the Annandale/Mason District area: Detectives from the FCPD Financial Crimes Unit, with the assistance of the U.S. Secret Service, searched 287 point-of-sale terminals, … Continued
Body found in Seven Corners lake
Fairfax County Police are conducting a death investigation after a body was found in a lake at the Water’s Edge condos in Seven Corners. Community members called in a report of an adult male in the water at about 8 a.m. on Dec. 11, said Capt. Jesse Katzman, commander of the FCPD public affairs … Continued
Gary Clause to bring holiday gifts to local kids
The Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club is helping to ensure local children will have a happy holiday. The club contributed $2,000 to the Mason Police District’s toy shopping spree Dec. 6 at Target to support the annual Gary Clause events. The funds come from the Rotary club’s Mustang sweepstakes. Gary Clause started nearly 20 years ago … Continued
Help a family get through the holidays
With Thanksgiving and the December holidays around the corner, this is the season to turn one’s attention toward helping others. Here are just a few of the many ways to help families in need ensure a happy holiday for their children: Community members are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys, pajamas, and slippers for babies, … Continued
Police arrest fugitive in Bailey’s Crossroads
Fairfax County Police arrested a fugitive in Bailey’s Crossroads on Aug. 28 who was wanted in connection with a disorderly conduct call and “considered to be armed and dangerous.” The police department put out a notice on Aug. 27 stating Asenai Tesfamariam Zigita was wanted for Illegal Possession of a Firearm, Eluding, and Driving on … Continued
Virginia National Guard to assist ICE
Members of the Virginia National Guard are expected to be deployed across the state, including Northern Virginia, in September to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Gov. Glenn Youngkin called up the National Guard earlier this month to mobilize approximately 60 soldiers and airmen to provide administrative and logistics support to ICE. Immigrant rights groups … Continued
The Mason Police Station has an extensive schedule of community events
The Mason Police District is asking the community to donate large-size diapers for special-needs students in local schools. Diapers for students 40 pounds and up can be dropped off at the police station, at 6705 Columbia Pike, Annandale, through Aug. 31. Diapers can also be ordered through Amazon and shipped to the police station. That … Continued
Police Department discontinues child safety seat inspections
The Fairfax County Police Department is no longer conducting free child safety seat inspections. The free service had been carried out monthly at police stations across the county, including the Mason Police Station. According to the FCPD, “This program was discontinued due to recent budget cuts and is no longer available through our department.” The … Continued
Fairfax police step up security for legislators
Fairfax County police officers are patrolling around the homes and neighborhoods of elected officials following the attacks on legislators in Minnesota. A gunman posing as a police officer assassinated Melissa Hortman, a member of the Minnesota House, and her husband, Mark, in their home outside Minneapolis early this morning. The suspect is also wanted for … Continued
ICE arrests people at the Annandale Immigration Court
Four people were arrested by ICE on June 10 inside the immigration court in Annandale. They had been waiting for their cases to be heard, reports John Cano, a senior organizer with the Legal Aid Justice Center. The Annandale Immigration Court, located at 7619 Little River Turnpike, is a branch of the U.S. Department of … Continued
Police launch summer crime initiative
The Fairfax County Police Department has kicked off its Summer Crime Initiative, with plans to focus in June on increasing law enforcement visibility around establishments that attract an increased number of criminal disturbances. The effort will include the following actions: During June, July, and August, the police department will partner with the Crime Analysis Unit … Continued
FCPD recruits former federal workers
The Fairfax County Police Department has launched a recruitment initiative aimed at attracting former federal employees interested in a career in public safety. FCPD is offering a $15,000 hiring bonus for new police officers. According to the police department, “Federal employees and other skilled professionals bring valuable expertise that aligns with the needs of the department, making … Continued
ICE agents arrest immigrants at Fairmont Gardens
ICE agents arrested six men outside Fairmont Gardens in Annandale this morning. The men were spotted walking down Little River Turnpike in handcuffs. The men were waiting for jobs. One was released because he had a work permit, says Nayely Lopez of FACETS who does outreach in Fairmont Gardens. The apartment community is home to … Continued
Property owners can now register security cameras with the police
The Fairfax County Police Department is launching Connect Fairfax, a new program aimed at improving public safety by allowing participants to register their security cameras. Connect Fairfax allows residents and commercial property owners to register their security cameras with the FCPD’s Real Time Crime Center via an online portal. Law enforcement can quickly use this information to … Continued
Weekly crime report
The following recent crimes in the Annandale/Mason District area are reported by the Fairfax County Police Department on CityProtect: Jan. 1 Dec. 31 Dec. 30 Dec. 29 Dec. 28 Dec. 27 Dec. 26 Dec. 25