Police close roadways to accommodate the 2021 Clarendon Cup Classic on Sunday, June 6, 2021.
Public Safety News
TRAFFIC ALERT: 2021 Armed Forces Cycling Classic
Police will close roadways for the Armed Forces Cycling Classic on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Malicious Wounding Investigation Results in Recovery of Three Firearms
The Police Department is announcing the arrest of two suspects following an investigation into a malicious wounding in the Green Valley neighborhood.
Click It or Ticket Campaign Starts May 24, 2021
Police are reminding drivers about the lifesaving benefits of wearing a seat belt during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Click It or Ticket campaign.
Arlington County Board to Consider Measures Designed to Use Best Practices for Policing
The Arlington County Board took action at its May recessed meeting to modernize public safety and improve police and community relations throughout the County by considering an ordinance to establish a Civilian Review Board for the Arlington County Police Department. “All Arlington residents want to be safe and to make sure we use the best police practices available to keep everyone in our community safe,” said Matt de Ferranti, Chair […]
County Manager Mark Schwartz Shares Updates on Advancing Police Practices in Arlington
An update focused on key areas of policing: use of force; training; cameras; pursuit; recruitment; internal affairs; data and transparency.
Investigation of Threats Near School Results in the Arrest of an Adult Suspect for Weapons Violations
An Arlington man is facing charges of weapons violations following an investigation into reported threats near Wakefield High School.
Vehicle Pursuit Results in Arrest of Armed Carjacking Suspect
The Arlington County Police Department is announcing the arrest of a suspect following an armed carjacking in the Ballston-Virginia Square neighborhood on Tuesday, May 11, 2021.
Suspected Rabid Fox Reported Near Lacey Woods Park
Monday, May 10, there were several reports of a fox exhibiting signs of rabies that came into contact with both people and pets. The animal has not been located or captured.
UPDATED: Police Seek Public’s Assistance Identifying a Suspect who Assaulted a Restaurant Employee
The Police Department is investigating the assault of a restaurant employee and is seeking the public’s assistance identifying the suspect who was captured on cell phone image.