Woman abducted in Seven Corners

Fairfax County police arrested a man for abducting a woman and attempting to sexually assault her in Seven Corners.

According to police, officers were approached by a victim in the 6100 block of Arlington Boulevard at about 12:40 a.m. on April 16. She said she was walking nearby when a man approached her from behind and forced her into a vehicle.

While in the vehicle, the suspect attempted to sexually assault her. The victim was able to escape once the suspect parked the vehicle at a nearby convenience store. 

Through security footage, detectives learned the suspect was driving a 2008 Ford Escape and had traveled to Arlington County. Arlington County Police were notified and located El Moctar Mohamed M’Bareck, 35, of Falls Church and took him into custody.

Mohamed M’Bareck was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and charged with abduction with intent to defile. He is being held on no bond.

Victim specialists from the FCPD’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim receives appropriate resources and assistance.  

Detectives urge witnesses or other victims to call the Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 3. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers.