Crime & Safety stories in DC / Maryland / Virginia

A driver was involved in a dangerous high-speed chase with Park Police, driving on the wrong side of the road and even on sidewalks. The pursuit ended in a crash, raising concerns about public safety.

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A former Massachusetts police detective is on trial for allegedly murdering a pregnant woman to conceal his sexual abuse of her. Initially ruled a suicide, the case has drawn renewed attention following the FBI's involvement.

Police are investigating a shooting incident in Northwest DC where the victim was found unconscious and not breathing. There is currently no suspect description available.

A significant drug bust in Southeast D.C. led to the arrest of 10 individuals and the seizure of over $100,000 worth of narcotics. The operation took place on Wednesday night, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime in the area.

Prince George's County police are investigating three separate homicides involving men discovered dead in College Park, Landover, and Hyattsville. The incidents have raised concerns about safety in the area.

The murder trial of Naresh Bhatt in Manassas Park, Virginia, is nearing its conclusion, focusing on banking records and his sale of a Tesla after his wife's disappearance. Bhatt has pleaded not guilty to the charges of killing his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt.

The Maryland Attorney General has announced that no charges will be filed against an officer involved in a fatal crash during a police pursuit. The incident occurred when a vehicle struck an unmarked police truck early on September 6, 2026.

Thousands of automated license plate reading cameras installed on poles and patrol vehicles throughout Maryland are photographing every car that passes by.

Federal prosecutors in Virginia have launched 'Operation Ghostbusters,' resulting in indictments related to an international student loan fraud scheme. The operation uncovered fraudulent 'ghost students' enrolled in various colleges to illegally obtain federal student aid.

D.C. police are seeking public assistance in identifying suspects involved in two break-ins at a Northwest D.C. church, where musical instruments and equipment were stolen. The incidents occurred on September 30 and October 1, prompting a reward for information leading to an arrest.

A woman was shot outside the Republican Party of Virginia offices in Richmond, but police confirm it was unrelated to the upcoming midterm elections. The woman, an innocent bystander, suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

A man has been sentenced to prison after leading state troopers on a high-speed chase on I-395 while in possession of an opioid more potent than fentanyl. Jeffrey Asare was […]

The following incidents in the Annandale/Mason District area were reported by the Fairfax County Police Department. Oct. 23 Auto theft – Americana Drive and Patriot Drive, Annandale Destruction of private property – 2900 Monticello Drive, Falls Church Drug possession/opium, cocaine – South Street an

Authorities discovered a man in his 20s deceased at Langley Hampshire Neighborhood Park, showing signs of trauma to the upper body. The investigation is ongoing as police seek to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.

A group of teenagers in a park near Washington-Liberty High School reportedly attacked a peer during school hours earlier this week. The assault, which a local parent says follows other […]

A fired Alexandria sheriff’s deputy pleaded guilty in court today (Oct. 29) for trying to smuggle drugs to an inmate in the city jail. During the first week in April, […] Read more on ALXnow: Fired Alexandria sheriff’s deputy pleads guilty to smuggling drugs to city jail inmate

The family of Alex LaMorie, an autistic man shot by police during a mental health crisis, is suing Howard County and the officers involved. The lawsuit claims violations of disability rights and seeks accountability for the fatal incident.

A D.C. police officer shot a suspect believed to be involved in a separate shooting that injured a man early Wednesday. Both the suspect and the earlier victim are in critical condition as investigations continue.

Prince George’s County Police are investigating two separate homicides that occurred within an hour of each other on Thursday morning. A man was found dead from a stabbing in College Park, followed by another man shot in Hyattsville.

A 24-year-old flight attendant has been arrested for allegedly using her travel benefits to defraud a 75-year-old woman in Florida out of $25,000. The incident raises concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable individuals.

Investigators in Washington successfully tricked a murder suspect into mailing his DNA, aiding in the resolution of a 1986 cold case involving a woman's murder. This breakthrough highlights advancements in forensic techniques and investigative strategies.

A federal judge has scheduled a September 2027 trial for Cole Tomas Allen, accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The attack occurred in April 2026, leading to significant security concerns and a rescheduled event.