Fairfax County Police Department

West Springfield District Station News

Second Quarter of 2024

Major Ryan Morgan

Captain        Christopher Crawford

A Message from the Commanders

Dear West Springfield Community Members,

As Commanders of the West Springfield District, we are writing to provide an update on our on-going efforts to keep our community safe. Over the past quarter, our focus has been on addressing two key issues: traffic safety and shoplifting.

Traffic Safety Improvements

Traffic safety remains a top priority for our district. Over the last quarter, we have implemented several initiatives (such as Road Shark) aimed at reducing traffic-related incidents. Our officers have increased patrols in high-traffic areas, particularly during peak hours, to enforce speed limits and deter distracted driving.

Please know that we will continue to work on enhancing road safety through continued enforcement and community engagement.

Shoplifting Reduction Efforts

Shoplifting has been another area of concern for our community. In response, we have increased our efforts to deal with this issue. Our officers have increased surveillance and conducted various organized operations to tackle this ongoing problem. Additionally, we have provided crime prevention tips and outreach to our local businesses, educating them on best practices to keep their establishments safe.

The cooperation between our officers, local businesses, and community members has been crucial in achieving this success. We encourage everyone to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

Looking Ahead

In conclusion, we want to extend our thanks to our officers for their dedication and to the community for your ongoing support and collaboration. Together, we have made significant strides in improving public safety. We remain committed to working with you to maintain and build on these achievements in the coming months.

Sincerely,

Major Morgan and Captain Crawford
West Springfield District Station
WSPCapt@fairfaxcounty.gov

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Highlight Article

Keeping the County Cool: FCPD Launches 2024 Summer Crime Prevention Initiative

The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) has launched their 2024 Summer Crime Prevention Initiative.

In an ongoing effort to proactively combat crime and keep the county the safest jurisdiction of its size, FCPD is launching a coordinated effort to reduce crime through strategic prevention and focused enforcement. The Summer Crime Prevention Initiative will last three months (June through August), with a different focus area and patrol coordination model each month. The focus areas and resource plans will be created in coordination with the FCPD’s Crime Analysis Unit (CAU) to use data to combat crime trends and patterns more effectively.

Check out the full article and learn more about the Summer Crime Prevention Initiative by clicking here: Keeping the County Cool: FCPD Launches 2024 Summer Crime Prevention Initiative.

Second Quarter Crime Recap

Check out this quarterly crime recap that highlights significant criminal incidents that have taken place in the West Springfield District. This report is not a comprehensive list of every police event, but it will showcase some of the more significant crimes that have happened in the district. Please click the button in this section that states, "2nd Quarter Crime Recap." By clicking this button, you will find information about the type of crime that occurred and a map indicating where it took place. The timeframe of these crimes is from April 1st, 2024 - June 30th, 2024.

Want to know what type of crime is going on from day to day in your area? Check out: CityProtect. 

West Springfield Information Posts

FCPD posts public information on social media platforms and official announcements are posted on WordPress. Here are links to some recent postings which may be of particular interest to the West Springfield District community: 

April 2024

April 4th: Automotive Website Gives Detectives New Lead in Fatal Hit and Run Crash

April 5th: Supporting Survivors: Fairfax County Police Department’s Sex Crimes Detectives

April 12th: FCPD’s Cold Case Squad Ensures Long-Awaited Justice is Served

April 17th: Interstate Intruders Arrested: Out-of-State Crew Charged for Car Break-Ins

April 25th: Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Burke

April 29th: 26TH ANNUAL NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK DAY RESULTS✔

May 2024

May 1st: More “Road Sharks” Caught During Wave Two

May 3rd: Riding in Formation: FCPD’s Motor Squad

May 10th: Combating the Crisis: Inside FCPD’s Overdose Investigation Unit 

May 12th: Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Newington

May 24th: After a Decade on the Run, Sexual Assault Suspect in Custody and Facing Justice

May 29th: Organized Theft Crew Arrested: Over-The-Counter Medications Targeted

May 31st: Detectives Seek to Break the Cycle and ID Bike Store Burglars

June 2024

June 13th: Cold Case Arrest: DNA Ties Loudoun Man to Three Sex Offenses 20+ Years Ago

June 14th: UPDATE: Driver Charged in Fatal Motorcycle Crash

June 18th: Critical Incidents, Peaceful Resolutions: FCPD’s Crisis Negotiation Team

June 22nd: FCPS Teacher Charged with Assault

June 26th: FCPD’s Third Wave of Road Shark Ends with a Bite

Crime Prevention Tips and Information on Crime Trends

Want to know how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe? Check out all of these important crime prevention tips by clicking the links in this section.

On the Road Together: Cyclist and Driver Safety Tips

Gear Up & Ride Safe: Essential Motorcycle Safety Tips

Cement Your Safety: Construction Site Theft Prevention Tips 

Upcoming Community Events

Come meet your local police officers from the West Springfield District at our upcoming events and classes. Follow us on Nextdoor and Neighbors by Ring to stay up to date on all of our upcoming events!

Want to be more engaged about what is going on in your district? Join us at our in-person Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meetings. CACs enhance communication between residents and the FCPD and offer residents a chance to dialogue with members of their local police districts. Members are kept informed about significant safety matters in their neighborhoods and are encouraged to bring any issues or questions to the attention of local police commanders.

July 2024

1. Car Seat Saturday - Saturday, July 13th from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the West Springfield District Station (6140 Rolling Rd, Springfield, VA 22152)

2. Personal Safety (College Bound Edition) - Tuesday, July 16th from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the West Springfield District Station (6140 Rolling Rd, Springfield, VA 22152)

3. Juice Box with a Cop - Saturday, July 20th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Annandale Community Center (7861-B Heritage Drive, Annandale, VA 22003)

4. Scams and Fraud Presentation - Saturday, July 23rd from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the West Springfield District Station (6140 Rolling Rd, Springfield, VA 22152)

August 2024

1. National Night Out (NNO) - Tuesday, August 6th from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM across the entire West Springfield District

*Interested in NNO? Register your neighborhood here: NNO registration (jotform.com)

2. Juice Box with a Cop - Saturday, August 10th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the West Springfield District Station (6140 Rolling Rd, Springfield, VA 22152)

September 2024

1. West Springfield District Community Advisory Committee Meeting - Tuesday, September 3rd from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at the West Springfield District Station (6140 Rolling Rd, Springfield, VA 22152)

2. Burke Centre Festival - Saturday, September 7th from 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday, September 8th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the Burke Centre Conservancy (6060 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke, VA 22015)

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