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DHS warns of violent Venezuelan gang; DC preschool director arrested; Honduran migrant arrested for rape
FOX 5 is keeping an eye on crime in your community. Here's a look at some of the most notable stories from across the DMV this week.
WASHINGTON - FOX 5 is keeping an eye on crime in your community. Here's a look at some of the most notable stories from across the DMV this week.
DHS warns of violent Venezuelan gang 'Tren de Aragua' expanding in DC area
The Department of Homeland Security has issued a bulletin to law enforcement across D.C., Maryland and Virginia concerning an illegal Venezuelan criminal gang known as ‘Tren de Aragua’ that is growing in both size and violence across the region.
The DHS internal intelligence memo concerning the gang was obtained by the New York Post. The memo states that Tren de Aragua has been connected to crimes in at least sixteen states across the country and is increasing in its "violent tendencies."
'Confusing and disturbing:' Head of DC preschool arrested for online sex crimes
The director of the National Child Research Center remains behind bars after being arrested Wednesday on child abuse charges.
James S. Carroll, 46, was arrested after investigators say he attempted to obtain sexually explicit content involving a minor.
Honduran migrant arrested for rape on popular Virginia trail
An alleged rapist is behind bars after officials say he attacked a woman walking on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail, and police fear there may be additional victims.
Herndon Police Chief Maggie DeBoard said the attack occurred between Ferndale Avenue and Grace Street after the victim had left a nearby business.
DC man accused of serial sex assaults arrested: police
Police have arrested a D.C. man they say is connected to a dozen sex offenses that occurred in the District from 2021 to 2024.
Officials say 33-year-old Uwana Ubom was arrested after an extensive investigation by the department’s sexual assault unit.