Mother Seeks Answers in Son's Custody Death
Alexandria's policing review board heard from a mother whose son died in the back of a police cruiser at the city jail last August.
Alexandria Crime News
For readers in Alexandria, this page covers criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the justice system and public safety. Reporting follows individual incidents as well as broader public safety trends.
Violence
Alexandria Man Pleads Guilty to Malicious Wounding
Maurice Antonio Moore faces up to 20 years in prison for a 2026 stabbing in Alexandria.
Accidents
Teen Hurt in Del Ray Crosswalk Crash
A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV in a crosswalk in Alexandria's Del Ray neighborhood on Monday morning.
Drug Crime
Former Alexandria Deputy Pleads Guilty to Drug Smuggling
Amarachukwu W. Igwe admits to delivering contraband to an inmate while employed by the local sheriff's office.
Financial Crime
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Man Gets 12 Years for Laundering Billions in Crypto
Jorge Figueira, a Venezuelan national living in Miami, was sentenced in federal court in Alexandria, Virginia, for conspiracy to launder money.
Law Enforcement
Alexandria to Appoint Interim Policing Auditor
The city council plans to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Ameratu Kamara.
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Alexandria reporting spans police department operations, court trials, public safety trends and justice system outcomes. It reaches across the city and the communities around it as events dictate. Prosecution outcomes and departmental policy changes often shape the rhythm of the reporting here. Public safety resource allocation and the response to reported incidents drive a significant portion of the coverage.