The new Fire Station No. 8 will be larger, more energy efficient and will better serve the community for decades to come.
Public Safety News
Police Department Earns Initial Accreditation from Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission
The Arlington County Police Department has received its initial accreditation from the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC).
TRAFFIC ALERT: 44th Annual Marine Corps Marathon
The 44th annual Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), the MCM 10K, and the MCM 50K will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2019. Numerous road closures will be conducted in order to accommodate the event.
Fire Station 7 to Permanently Close Due to Structural Safety Concerns
Other nearby fire stations will continue to meet fire and emergency service needs in this area. The County is also developing a process to determine future use of the site.
TRAFFIC ALERT: 2019 Shirlington Shucktoberfest
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Shirlington Shucktoberfest, sponsored by the Copperwood Tavern, will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Set up will begin at approximately 6:00 a.m. and cleanup should be completed by 7:00 p.m. The Arlington County Police Department will conduct the following road closures during that time […]
UPDATED – Police Investigate Shooting in Green Valley
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating a shooting that took place on the evening of October 15, 2019 in the Green Valley neighborhood.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Halloween Anti-Drunk Driving Community Outreach Event
Halloween is meant to be scary, but not when it comes to driving. Don’t let drunk driving haunt your celebrations – if you plan to drink, designate a sober driver, whether it’s a friend, relative, taxi, rideshare or public transportation.
FRAUD ALERT: Scam Referencing Dominion Energy Targets Arlington County Residents
The Arlington County Police Department is warning the public about a telephone scam targeting area residents and sharing ways you can avoid becoming a victim.
Police Investigate Shooting in Alcova Heights
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating a shooting that took place in the early morning hours of October 10, 2019 in the Alcova Heights neighborhood.
Police Complete Investigation into the Report of a Possible Shooter at the Ballston Quarter Movie Theater
Police have completed a weeks-long investigation into the September 14, 2019, false report of a possible shooter at the Ballston Quarter movie theater. A review of the facts and circumstances by the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office determined that there was no evidence that any crime was committed, nor did anyone enter the theater with the intent to cause public harm or concern. As a result, no charges will be filed.