June 2011

Man robbed of Oxycodone in Herndon

Posted on June 18, 2011 at 12:02 pm in

From Fairfax County police logs

Ahmed Sami Fahmi, 23, of 2135 Ferguson Place in Herndon, was arrested on Friday, June 10. Around
6:45 p.m. a 50-year-old man located police officers on Parcher Avenue and reported he’d been
robbed. An investigation determined the victim was invited into the suspect’s home to use the
phone. The suspect reportedly brandished a handgun at the victim and took his Oxycodone
medication. The victim left the home and encountered the officers in the area. Officers located
Fahmi in the area and took him into custody. The medication and handgun were recovered.
Fahmi was charged with robbery and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.

Parcher Avenue is in Herndon near Worldgate Drive.

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Fairfax Fair this weekend

Posted on June 10, 2011 at 8:35 pm in

Fairfax’s annual Fairfax Fair starts tonight. Lots of events at the Fairfax Government Center. Tickets start at $12. Get all the details on the fair’s web site.

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Carnival Fun at Frying Pan Park, August 5-6

Posted on June 8, 2011 at 9:57 pm in

Thursday and Friday, August 4-5
Carnival Fun at Frying Pan Farm Park

(All ages) Frying Pan Farm Park, 703-437-9101. Come during the week when it’s less crowded to enjoy free shows at 10 a.m. in addition to the rides, amusements and treats offered during the 4-H Fair. Farmer Jack performs great, kidfriendly songs on Thursday Aug 4, and Master Puppeteer Bob Brown performs on Friday Aug 5. Visit farm animals, take a wagon ride ($3) or walk the nature trail. $12 per person in advance ($20 if purchased day of) for a daytime ride pass. Contact Frying Pan Farm Park for ride pass details. Perfect for playgroups, day camps and families. Free parking and admission. Unlimited ride specials will be sold 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; honored 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Friday, August 5
Family Carnival Fun Night at the Farm!

(All ages) Frying Pan Farm Park, 703-437-9101. Sample the carnival fun early as games and rides are open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tasty fair food and beverages for sale. Park open in the evening for regular ticket sales – Rides take 3 – 5 tickets each. Free parking and admission on Friday night!

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Summer camp opportunities at Frying Pan Park

Posted on June 8, 2011 at 9:55 pm in

Extended camp care is available as well.

Check camp schedules here.

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Composite of suspect in Merrybrook Court sexual assault released

Posted on June 6, 2011 at 6:19 pm in

Does this person look familiar to you? It is a composite of a man who sexually assaulted an Oak Hill woman on Saturday.

Composite of suspect in Oak Hill Sexual Assault

From a Fairfax County Police email today:

Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 4. Officers were initially called to an apartment in the 13700 block of Merrybrook Court around 5:30 a.m. An investigation determined the victim, a 23-year-old woman, awoke to find a man in her bedroom. The suspect displayed a weapon and sexually assaulted the victim then fled from the home. The victim did not require medical treatment.

The suspect is described as a man, unknown race, with a light complexion. He is 6 feet to 6 feet 2 inches tall with a large build. He was wearing a black tank top, khaki cargo shorts and a light-colored cloth wrapped around his head that covered his face.  It appears the suspect forced entry through a locked door. Other family members were home but were not injured. This investigation is ongoing.

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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Sexual assault on Merrybrook Court in Oak Hill

Posted on June 4, 2011 at 5:22 pm in

From Fairfax County Police:

Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 4. Officers were initially called to an apartment in the 13700 block of Merrybrook Court around 5:30 a.m. An investigation determined the victim, a 23-year-old woman, awoke to find a man in her bedroom. The suspect displayed a weapon and sexually assaulted the victim then fled from the home. The victim did not require medical treatment.

The suspect is described as a man, unknown race, with a light complexion. He is 6 feet to 6 feet 2 inches tall with a large build. He was wearing a black tank top, khaki cargo shorts and a light-colored cloth wrapped around his head that covered his face.  It appears the suspect forced entry through a locked door. Other family members were home but were not injured. This investigation is ongoing.

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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Franklin Farm Pool Information

Posted on June 3, 2011 at 10:18 pm in

Franklin Farm has a web page with information on pool hours during the summer. A limited number of pool passes for non-residents of Franklin Farm are available for purchase by calling 703-620-6230.

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Low Cost Rabies Clinic on June 26, 2 – 4 PM

Posted on June 3, 2011 at 10:14 pm in

Here’s an opportunity to vaccinate your pet at low cost.

LOW-COST RABIES CLINIC: The Fairfax County Animal Shelter will host a low-cost
rabies vaccination clinic for pets on Sunday, June 26 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Sully District
Governmental Center located at 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., Chantilly, VA 20151. The cost of the
rabies vaccine is $12 per pet and vaccines will be provided for dogs, cats and ferrets. To receive
a three-year vaccination, pet owners should bring proof of their pet’s current rabies vaccination.
All other pets will receive a rabies vaccine valid for one year. No rabies tags will be issued at the
clinic; however, 2011 dog licenses will be sold at the clinic for an additional $10 per dog. All
dogs must be on leash and cats and ferrets must be in carriers. Cash and checks only will be
accepted at the clinic. The reduced-cost rabies clinic is being hosted as a partnership between the
Fairfax County Animal Shelter, the office of Fairfax County Board Supervisor Michael R Frey,
and Deepwood Veterinary Clinic. For more information, call the Fairfax County Animal Shelter
at 703-830-1100.

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Attempted robbery on Rembrant Way

Posted on June 3, 2011 at 10:10 pm in

From police logs:

A 74-year-old woman was the victim of an attempted robbery on
Thursday, May 26 around 9 a.m. in the 13800 block of Rembrandt Way. The suspect displayed a
knife. He was described as black, between 14 and 16 years old, about 5 feet 7 inches and 105
pounds and was riding a black, low-set bicycle. The victim was not injured.

Rembrant Way is in south Oak Hill, near Centreville Road and Lowe Street.

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