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Arlington Police to Host Community Coffee with a Cop Events in October 2026
Arlington County Police Department invites residents to two 'Coffee with a Cop' events on October 7, 2026. Meet officers, ask questions, and build community relationships over coffee at Starbucks locations in Clarendon and Penrose.
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Suspect Arrested in Colonial Village Carjacking
A Washington, DC woman, Leah Elaine Johnson, 26, has been arrested for a carjacking in Arlington's Colonial Village. She faces charges from Arlington County Police and Washington Metropolitan Airports Authority Police after being detained with the stolen vehicle.
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Arlington Police Warn Residents of Rising Scams, Offer Prevention Tips
The Arlington County Police Department is alerting residents to common scams like fake warrants, bank fraud, and spam texts. Learn how to recognize, avoid, and report these fraudulent activities to protect your personal and financial information.
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Arlington Police Launch "Drive Sober" Campaign for Labor Day
Arlington County Police join NHTSA's "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign from August 19 to September 7, 2026. The initiative targets impaired driving with increased enforcement and education, following 2024 Labor Day statistics showing 34% of fatalities involved drunk…
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Police Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Arlington
Arlington County Police are investigating a fatal crash from August 16, 2026, where Katherine Krueger, 48, was struck and killed by a driver on S. Glebe Road. The driver remained at the scene, and the incident is under investigation.
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Arlington Man Arrested in Gunston Middle School Shots Fired Incident
An Arlington man has been arrested and charged in connection with a July 2026 shots fired incident at Gunston Middle School basketball courts. Adrian Dwight Taylor faces multiple felony charges after allegedly firing rounds towards an occupied court following a…
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Inmate Dies After Medical Emergency at Arlington Detention Facility
Tyrone Hines, 62, died at Virginia Hospital Center after a medical emergency at Arlington County Detention Facility. Police and Sheriff's Office are investigating the death of Hines, who was booked on an attempted robbery charge on July 20, 2025.
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Arlington Police Arrest Two in Year-Long Auto Fraud Investigation
Arlington County Police arrested Renaldo Gaines and Sierra Alston after a year-long auto fraud investigation. Alston, a former Maryland police officer, allegedly used law enforcement resources to assist Gaines in stealing and altering vehicle VINs.
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Arlington Police Officer Arrested for Off-Duty Malicious Wounding
Arlington County Police Officer Vincent Baglio faces malicious wounding charges for an alleged off-duty assault on May 24, 2026. The officer, hired in June 2024, is on administrative leave as the department conducts criminal and internal investigations, emphasizing accountability and…
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Burke Woman Dies in Fatal Arlington Crash on Lorcom Lane
A 61-year-old Burke woman died after a single-vehicle crash on Lorcom Lane in Arlington, Virginia, on June 30, 2026. Police suspect a medical emergency led to the fatal incident, which remains under investigation.
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Arlington County Police Department Welcomes 18 New Officers
Eighteen new officers graduated from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, joining the Arlington County Police Department. They will now undergo field training, preparing to serve the community and uphold public safety.
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Arlington Police Invite Community to National Night Out 2026
Arlington County Police Department encourages residents to celebrate National Night Out on August 4, 2026. The event fosters police-community partnerships, strengthens neighborhood bonds, and promotes crime prevention through local gatherings.
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Arlington County Police Report First Crime Rate Decline Since 2018
Arlington County Police Department's 2025 Annual Report shows a 10.9% drop in overall crime, the first decline since 2018. The report highlights efforts in crime prevention, community engagement, and transportation safety, reflecting a commitment to transparency and public trust.
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