Toddler On Drugs | Fatal Child Abduction | Luxe Handbag Heist: VA News

VIRGINIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

1 Child Dead, Abducted VA Kids In Chase That Ends In MD

A search for three children ended in tragedy Thursday morning when their father, who authorities said abducted them from their Virginia home after stabbing two people, crashed the car they were in on the Capital Beltway after leading police on a multi-state chase.

$170K In Stolen Luxury Goods By 6 Theft Rings Targeted By PD

A trio of theft rings have ripped off retailers in seven states — including at least $72,000 in liquor stolen from Virginia ABC stores and $60,000 worth of Chanel handbags swiped in a mall heist — but Fairfax County Police detectives made several arrests recently in the crimewave.

Synagogue Gets Bomb Threat, Toddler Finds Drugs: Police Report

A bomb threat at a synagogue and unconscious 2-year-old handling suspected drugs were among the incidents police handled in the last few days.

Marine's Heroic Act Garners Military Honor: Report

Alexia and Bart Collart learned last week that their son, U.S. Marine Cpl. Spencer R. Collart, would be posthumously awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for valor, according to news reports.

Woman Wins $5.3 Million Through Online Lottery Game

A Woodbridge woman scored $5.3 million from the lottery after not winning the initial scratch ticket she bought.

Sexual Battery Charge Filed After Child Touched In Store

A 25-year-old man who inappropriately touched a 7-year-old girl in a store on Friday was arrested on multiple charges, according to police.

Illegal Hazmat Dumping Of 55-Gallon Drums Investigated

The fire marshal's office is investigating the illegal dumping of waste products in large containers.

School Zone Speed Cameras Set To Become Active Again

Automated enforcement of speeding violations in school zones will resume when the school year begins.

Officer-Involved Shooting Kills Suspect: Police

An armed man in crisis was killed in an officer-involved shooting by police Monday night. The fatal shooting prompted a use-of-force investigation.

LL Flooring To Close, Others In VA Remain Open

A Virginia-based discount flooring company will close one location after filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Burglary Suspect At Trump Campaign HQ Identified, Sought By Sheriff

A suspect has been identified and is wanted for a burglary at former President Donald Trump's campaign headquarters.

• Trump Campaign Office In NoVA Burglarized: Sheriff

More News Headlines:

• Non-Fatal Overdose Involving Student Reported
• Cherokee Tribe-Owned Federal Contractor Opens NoVA Office: Reports
• Collective Bargaining Ordinance Approved At School District
• VRE Saturday Service Could Come Within A Year: Report
• Cell Phone Restrictions In VA Schools: Guidance Released By State
• 2 Yorktown HS Alumni At Paris Games; 1 In The Pool, 1 With A Camera
• Underage Vape Sale Bust Leads To Charges For 14 Shops

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