ARLINGTON, Va. – Arlington County Police announce the arrest of an Arlington man following an overnight homicide investigation. Michael Nash, 27, was arrested and charged with Abduction with the Intent to Defile, Forcible Sodomy and Animate Object Sexual Penetration. Additional charges are forthcoming. Mr. Nash is being held without bond in the Arlington County Detention […]
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TRAFFIC ALERT: 2018 Shirlington Shucktoberfest
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Shirlington Shucktoberfest sponsored by the Copperwood Tavern is being held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Set up will begin at approximately 4:00 AM and cleanup should be completed by 9:00 PM. The following roads will be closed to all vehicular traffic during the event: Campbell […]
TRAFFIC ALERT: 2018 Animal Welfare League of Arlington Pints 4 Paws
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will host Pints 4 Paws on Sunday, October 21, 2018, from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM in the Courthouse Plaza parking lot located in the 2000 block of 15th Street N. The entire Courthouse Plaza parking lot will be closed to vehicular traffic from 5:00 AM […]
TRAFFIC ALERT: Halloween Anti-Drunk Driving Community Outreach Event
ARLINGTON, VA – Halloween is meant to be scary, but not when it comes to driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), from 2012 to 2016, 44% of all people killed in motor vehicle crashes nationwide on Halloween night (6 p.m. October 31-5:59 a.m. November 1), were in crashes involving a drunk […]
PHOTOS: A Look Inside Fire Prevention Week Open Houses
The Arlington County Fire Department capped off Fire Prevention Week 2018 with open houses at all 10 of the County’s fire stations.
October Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The press release has been updated to reflect additional information on services provided by Doorways for Woman and Families. ARLINGTON, Va. – October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Arlington County Police Department has again partnered with Doorways for Women and Families, our community advocate, to raise public awareness and share the resources available […]
Arlington Restaurant Initiative Launched to Maintain Nightlife Safety in Arlington County
ARLINGTON, Va. – Arlington County has launched a comprehensive and collaborative initiative to maintain the County’s vibrant nightlife while reducing alcohol related crime and building strong relationships between patrons, restaurants and government agencies. The Arlington Restaurant Initiative is a voluntary accreditation program that recognizes establishments that are committed to promoting responsible alcohol service and consumption. […]
UPDATED: Police Seek Public’s Assistance Locating Critically Missing Adult
UPDATE: Mr. Melakou Guebre Michael has been safely located. ARLINGTON, Va. – The Arlington County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating a critically missing 82-year-old man. Melakou Guebre Michael was last seen in the 1500 block of S. Fern Street at approximately 6 p.m. He was observed on foot heading west towards 15th Street S. Mr. […]
New Fire Chief to Join Arlington County
Brings decades of experience and strong regional ties
Arlington County Prepares for the 43rd Marine Corps Marathon
ARLINGTON, VA – The 43rd Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) and the MCM 10K will take place on Sunday, October 28, 2018. Opening ceremonies for the MCM begin at 6:00 AM, with the wheelchair/hand cycle division starting at 7:40 AM, on Route 110 in Arlington County, Virginia. Law enforcement throughout the National Capital Region work collectively […]