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Yahoo
2 hours ago
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Fairfax County man denied bond for attempted abductions in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — A Fairfax County man remains in custody, accused of two attempted abductions, including one at a Metrorail station. The Alexandria County Police Department released video from one of their cameras, caught on Friday night. It's said to show Jeffrey Gary, 35, as he tried to abduct a woman along Braddock Road, not far from the Metro station. The woman managed to get free and call the police. Investigation underway after suspects fire shots at tow truck driver in Montgomery Village, police say The attack happened about an hour after Metro Transit Police said Gary tried to abduct another woman, this time at the Potomac Yard Station, while with her four-year-old child. 'Another passenger was exiting the system, and it distracted the arrestee,' said Metro Transit Deputy Chief Dan Alvarez. She escaped and also called for help, police say. 'He was targeting females while riding on the Metro,' said Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire. Alexandria Police, Metro Transit Police, and Fairfax County Police found Gary early Sunday morning and arrested him. 'Your actions were [cowardly],' McGuire said. 'The pursuit of justice will be relentless until this case completely comes to a close.' The attempted abduction surprised Metro passengers, but they're glad to hear a suspect is in custody. 'That's good, police doing their jobs,' said Leo Martinez of Raleigh, N.C. 'That's what we expect.' Investigators said Gary does not have any prior arrests. They ask the public to contact them if they believe they're a victim. 'This department stands firmly behind the principle that no one, no woman, should ever have to live in fear of violence,' said McGuire. Gary remains held without bond, charged with assault and battery, and abduction. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mail
12 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
FAREWELL TO A HERO: Lachie Stewart, Scot who famously won 10,000m gold at Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh, dies aged 81
Lachie Stewart, the Scot who famously won 10,000m gold at the Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh in 1970, has died aged 81. The Alexandria-born athlete became a national hero when he outpaced Australian great Ron Clarke to triumph on home soil 55 years ago. Stewart also represented Great Britain at the Munich Olympics in 1972 and was inducted into Scottish Athletics' hall of fame in 2018. One of Scotland's finest distance runners, he worked as a dental technician during an era when even top athletes had to earn a living outwith the sport. Scottish Athletics said on Sunday: 'Everyone at scottishathletics and within our community sends our thoughts at this sad time to Lachie's family and his many friends across the sport.' Recalling his 10,000m Commonwealth Games triumph, which was one of the iconic moments in Scottish athletics history, Stewart told Mail Sport in 2018: 'I was experienced. I had won a few Scottish championships and had been at the Empire Games in Jamaica in 1966, albeit as a steeplechaser. 'But I set the fastest time in the world about five weeks before the Games in the Scottish championships at Meadowbank. 'I went into it thinking: 'If everything goes well I could get a medal'. 'Clarke was a god compared to everyone else. He would burn everybody off in races but when he could not do that he was vulnerable. 'I was never beaten in a sprint finish. My idea was: 'If anyone goes early, go with them'. 'They broke away with seven laps to go and I tucked myself in with them. 'There was a further break and me, Clarke and Dick Taylor (of England) opened a gap. I thought that I could win bronze then. 'But with two laps to go, I said: 'I could win this'. For some reason, I felt it was easy. I was so comfortable. 'With 100metres to go, I just felt I was running on air. There was an elation, I knew I was going to win.' Asked about the moment he shook hands with the defeated Clarke afterwards, Stewart recalled: 'I told him: 'I'm sorry to be the one who had to beat you. You've always been an idol of mine'. He just nodded. He was a professional athlete in all but name. We were working-class guys.' In 2020, at the age of 77, Stewart had the lower half of his leg amputaated after complications with diabetes. He told BBC Scotland at the time: 'I had an ulcer between my second and third toe and it didn't seem to heal too well. 'It quickly went from that to the doctor saying I can either live with the pain, which was unbelievable, or we can amputate below the knee. I said to him right away to just take the bottom of the leg off because I just couldn't stand the pain. 'Sport makes you more determined. I don't have any hang-ups about losing the leg.' Stewart's son, Glen, announced his father's death on social media over the weekend, writing: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lachie Stewart peacefully today at the RAH Paisley with family by his side after a short illness. 'Famously known for his victory over 10,000m at the 1970 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh. 'He also represented Scotland at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston, Jamaica and the 1974 Commonwealth Games in Christchurch, New Zealand. 'He competed on numerous occasions for Great Britain including over 10,000m at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich. 'Funeral details to be confirmed. 'His hardest race has now been run and he will be greatly missed.'
Yahoo
a day ago
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Person stabbed at a Walmart in Alexandria, suspect arrested
The Brief A person was stabbed at a Walmart in Alexandria Saturday morning. The suspect fled the scene and was later arrested. The condition of the victim is currently unknown. ALEXANDRIA, Minn. (FOX 9) - A person was stabbed at a Walmart in Alexandria Saturday morning. What we know According to Alexandria police, around 9 a.m., officers responded to a stabbing at the Walmart on State Highway 29. At the scene, officers found one person with stab wounds, and the victim was taken to the hospital. Police say the suspect fled the scene before officers arrived and was later arrested. Police say the condition of the victim is currently unknown. It is not known what led up to the stabbing. The Source A press release from the Alexandria police.
CBS News
2 days ago
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- CBS News
One person was stabbed outside a Walmart Saturday morning, officials say
Two injured in shooting at graduation at U of M campus, and more news headlines Two injured in shooting at graduation at U of M campus, and more news headlines Two injured in shooting at graduation at U of M campus, and more news headlines The Alexandria Police Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred at a Walmart Saturday morning. According to officials, the stabbing took place at approximately 9 a.m. at a Walmart located at 4611 State Highway 29 South in Alexandria, Minnesota. Police say they found an individual with stab wounds upon arrival, and transported that individual to a local hospital. The condition of the victim is currently unknown. Alexandria police say the suspect fled the scene before law enforcement arrived, however the individual was later caught by police and taken into custody. The details of the suspect's arrest are unknown at this time.
Asharq Al-Awsat
2 days ago
- Climate
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Sudden Hailstorm Lashes Egypt's Alexandria
An unseasonal rainstorm battered the Egyptian city of Alexandria on Saturday, flooding roads and damaging seafront businesses in the latest bout of erratic weather to hit the region. Hailstones pelted the city overnight, forcing people to flee cafes as gusts of wind blew the ice pellets through windows, according to footage posted on social media. Lightning lit up the skies and underpasses were submerged. Alexandria governor Ahmed Khaled Hassan raised the alert level and emergency crews worked through the morning to tow cars and clear debris. No casualties were reported, Egypt's health ministry said, AFP reported. Storms are common along Egypt's Mediterranean coast in winter, but media outlets described this spring event as "unprecedented". Scientists warn extreme weather is becoming more frequent due to climate change, which drives both droughts and intense, unpredictable rainstorms. Alexandria is highly vulnerable to climate impacts, suffering from coastal erosion, rising sea levels and flooding from annual storms. The Mediterranean could rise by up to a metre (three feet) within three decades, according to the UN-mandated Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Even under more optimistic forecasts, a 50-centimetre rise by 2050 would flood 30 percent of Alexandria, displace a quarter of its six million residents and cost 195,000 jobs. Authorities have begun mitigation efforts, including constructing a massive breakwater along the coast.
