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Yahoo
34 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Man arrested after trying to abduct child waiting for school bus, Fairfax County police say
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. () — A man was arrested and charged after he tried abducting a child waiting for the school bus on Tuesday morning, police in Fairfax County said. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said the charges stem from an incident that happened just after 8:45 a.m. in the 3400 block of Hemlock Drive in Annandale. There, FCPD learned a child was waiting for the school bus near Wadsworth Court and Little River Turnpike when a man drove up in a black Subaru and tried to persuade the child to get in his car. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts ready to debut masterpieces from Frida Kahlo The child ran to a trusted adult near the bus stop, who took a photo of the man's car before it left the area. The child was able to get on their bus safely and reported what happened to a school official, who then notified FCPD. Patrol officers and detectives identified 45-year-old Hugo Perez Soliz as the suspect. He was arrested and charged with attempted abduction and held at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center without bond. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Police: Man arrested after multiple reports of women being groped near Fair Lakes
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — A man has been charged in Fairfax County after women reported being groped near Fair Lakes on Wednesday, police said. 33-year-old Gigssa Bekele Bengessa was charged in a series of sex-related crimes after eluding police for several hours. On May 28, around 5:05 p.m., officers with the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) responded to the 11700 block of Fair Oaks Mall in Fair Lakes for a sex offense case. Two victims reported that a man approached and touched them inappropriately. Trump administration targets DMV 'sanctuary cities,' threatens federal action While searching for the suspect, another report came in just before 5:20 p.m. regarding a man masturbating in a vehicle at the Fair Lakes Shopping Center. The suspect fled before police arrived. However, surveillance footage and vehicle information were obtained through Flock technology. Around 7:40 p.m., officers responded to the 12200 block of Fairfax Towne Center for a sex offense. The victim reported that a man approached her in the parking lot and assaulted her, police said. Nearly 45 minutes later, officers found Bekele Bengessa at his residence, where he assaulted an officer, FCPD noted. He was taken into custody after a brief struggle. Bekele Bengessa was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and charged with two counts of sexual battery, indecent exposure, obstruction of justice and two counts of assault on law enforcement officers. He is being held on no bond. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The South African
6 days ago
- The South African
Cape Town teacher killed by husband in United States
A tragic domestic violence incident has rocked both South Africa and the United States, after Kim White Towne, originally from Parklands in Cape Town, was found dead in her home in Chantilly in Virginia. She was 32. She was allegedly assaulted and killed by her husband, Alexander Towne, who has since been arrested and charged with second-degree murder. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) confirmed that the suspect himself called law enforcement to report the assault. 'Officers located Kim White, 32, suffering from trauma to the upper body. She was declared deceased at the scene,' said the FCPD in an official statement. Investigators believe White Towne was strangled to death, with the couple's two-year-old son reportedly present in the home at the time of the incident. The child is now in the care of family members, and victim specialists have been assigned to support the grieving relatives. Alexander Towne, 32, remained at the scene until authorities arrived. He is currently in custody without bail. Kim White Towne had lived abroad for several years, spending time teaching in San Diego and Dubai, where she met her husband before relocating to Virginia. While her life appeared outwardly glamorous, her family describes a darker reality of isolation and abuse. Her brother, Jason White, revealed a disturbing pattern of emotional and physical abuse that reportedly predated the couple's marriage. 'My mother would be on the phone with her for hours, concerned about her safety. She would be crying on the phone, locked in her room while my mother could hear him banging on her door,' said Jason. He dismissed claims that Towne's behaviour could be attributed to PTSD or trauma from military service, stating that Towne had not experienced combat-related trauma. 'I think violence and aggression is his true nature,' he added. The news of Kim Towne's death has reverberated across social media, with friends, community members, and South Africans around the world expressing grief and outrage. 'Kim's passing has left a deep ache in our community. She was one of us. A Saffa sister. A daughter of South Africa,' one tribute read. 'Her story is a chilling reminder that behind closed doors, so many are suffering in silence.' As the investigation continues, the FCPD Major Crimes Bureau is conducting interviews and processing evidence to determine the full circumstances behind the killing. Post your condolences below, by … Leaving a comment below, or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
MTV Lebanon
25-05-2025
- MTV Lebanon
Watch: Driver Opens Fire on Police
An angry driver opened fire on officers in Fairfax, Virginia. The US police released video footage showing what happened and the moment the shots were fired at the officers. In a statement accompanying the video, the Fairfax County Police Department described the incident as an "attempted murder," noting that it ended with the driver's death. According to the details of the incident, when a police officer stopped a man named Jamal Wali (36 years old) for speeding, it was found that his safety inspection sticker had expired. The situation escalated when Wali began yelling and cursing, refusing to give his name and claiming he had no driver's license or license plate. While the officer tried to de-escalate the situation, Wali launched into a tirade filled with profanity about how he was being treated. He said he had contributed a lot to the United States after working as a translator for US forces in Afghanistan. He shouted at the officer: "I should've served with the Taliban."
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Child dies in hospital after drowning in pool, Fairfax County police say
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. () — A child died after drowning in a pool in Fairfax County on Saturday, police said. Details remain limited; however, the Fairfax County Police Department told DC News Now that officers responded to the drowning at a pool at Ashleigh Road and Harrow Lane just before 10:30 a.m. From there, responders airlifted the child to a hospital for treatment, where they died. Man charged with murder after admitting to shooting other man in Herndon, police say As of Saturday afternoon, police have not released the age of the child. Check for updates. To keep up with the latest news and weather updates, download our Mobile App on iPhone or Android. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
