Police: Man Threatened with Handgun, Robbed in Alexandria

A 29-year-old man walking in the 8400 block of Blankenship Street around 12:15 a.m. Saturday was reportedly robbed by a group of men, according to FCPD.

The group of men approached the victim and once displayed a handgun. The suspects then reportedly pushed the victim to the ground then demanded his property. The group fled with the suspect's wallet and cell phone.


One of the suspects allegedly fired his handgun at the victim. However, the victim was not struck by gunfire, but did receive minor injuries after being shoved to the ground.

One suspect was described as black, 18 to 20 years old. He had dreadlocks down to his neck. He was wearing all black clothing. Another suspect, also black, was wearing a white sweater and black pants. At the moment, police don't have information on the other suspects in the group.

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.