Crime & Safety
Student Grabbed Near Lee High School
Young woman yelled, suspect fled; police seek information.
Franconia District Police are investigating a report of a 19-year-old woman who was reportedly grabbed while walking toward on Wednesday, November 16 around 8 a.m.
The student was walking along the sidewalk of Cimarron Street near Apache Street in Springfield, when a man approached and grabbed her from behind. The woman was startled, yelled, and the suspect fled.
The suspect is described as an adult Hispanic or light-skinned black male, about 5 feet 5 inches tall and thin. He wore a black jacket and dark blue jeans.
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Police responded and canvassed the area. They have increased security presence in the area.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.
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