DC police officer killed trying to retrieve gun from storm drain remembered at funeral
A Washington, D.C. police officer who died after a gun he was trying to recover from a storm drain accidentally fired was remembered during funeral services Thursday.
Suspect flees on foot after fatal hit-and-run in Springfield
A suspect fled on foot after a deadly hit-and-run crash in Fairfax County on Friday morning.
16 year old arrested with loaded gun, charged with attempted murder in Maryland; police
Montgomery County police have arrested and charged a 16-year-old with attempted first-degree murder following a shooting near Northwest High School.
Maryland Supreme Court hears key arguments on child sex abuse lawsuits
The Supreme Court of Maryland heard arguments on Tuesday about the constitutionality of a 2023 law that ended the state’s statute of limitations for child sexual abuse lawsuits following a report that exposed widespread wrongdoing within the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
DC police officer’s cause of death determined after trying to retrieve gun from storm drain
The medical examiner’s office has determined the cause of death of a Washington, D.C. police officer who died after a gun he was trying to recover from a storm drain accidentally fired.
All Frederick County Public Schools in Virginia closed after threats circulate on social media
Frederick County Public Schools in Virginia are closed on Wednesday as officials investigate threats of possible school-related violence circulating on social media.
70-year-old Maryland man stabbed to death in Southeast DC
A 70-year-old man from Upper Marlboro, Maryland was stabbed to death early Tuesday morning in Southeast D.C.
DC police boost presence after overnight burglaries and vandalism
D.C. police have increased their presence across parts of the city after a series of overnight burglaries and acts of vandalism.
DC police search for suspect in sexual abuse case
D.C. police are asking for the community’s help in locating Maurice Spears, 32, of Northeast D.C., who is wanted on an outstanding warrant for first degree sexual abuse.
Woman found dead in Bethesda following domestic incident: suspect in custody: police
Montgomery County police have taken a man into custody as they investigate the death of a woman found in the 10500 block of Westlake Drive late Monday night.
Man shot dead inside Hyattsville laundromat
A man was shot and killed inside of a laundromat in Prince George’s County.
DC Council to review 911 call center failures in Fall oversight hearings
The D.C. Council will take a closer look at the District’s 911 call center this fall.
Migrant held without bond for allegedly abducting Manassas girl
The man charged with abducting a girl walking to school in Manassas last week after crossing into the U.S. illegally last year is being held without bond.
Laundromat shooting: 2 in custody after shooting leaves 1 dead in Prince George’s County
Two suspects are in custody following a fatal shooting at a laundromat in Maryland on Sunday.
Several Harford County schools closed after fatal Joppatowne High School shooting
Several schools in Harford County will be closed on Monday following a fatal shooting at Joppatowne High School on Friday.
12-year-old arrested for multiple break-ins, search for Mamta Kafle continues, trial for teens accused in man's beating death begins | Crime in the DMV
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.
Teen shot at Maryland party undergoes 14 surgeries; dad wants justice
A high school student from Montgomery County remains in the hospital and is still recovering after being shot at a party in August.
Wonderland Ballroom burglarized in DC, police seek suspect captured on video
A D.C. restaurant owner is speaking out after a burglar broke into their establishment and stole hundreds of dollars in cash. The incident, which was captured on surveillance video, has left the local community shocked.
12-year-old accused of Maryland car dealership break-ins released to parents, strikes again: police
Montgomery County Police confirm a 12-year-old suspected of burglarizing at least six car dealerships in the county struck again Tuesday night, one day after he was released into the custody of his parents.
Loudoun County Sheriff offers $25K reward in Sterling double homicide
The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office is offering a $25,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest in the murders of a man and woman in Sterling.