On December 11, 2010, Alexandria Deputy Sheriff Bryant Vaughn was recognized for heroism by the George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.
Archives: ‘Courts & Crime’
Secretary Napolitano Announces Expansion Of “If You See Something, Say Something” Campaign To Walmart Stores Across The Nation
[From: Business, Courts & Crime]Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced the expansion of the Department’s national “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign to hundreds of Walmart stores across the country—launching a new partnership between DHS and Walmart to help the American public play an active role in ensuring the safety and security of our nation.
Alexandria Police Roaming DWI Enforcement Results
[From: Courts & Crime]Alexandria police conducted a roaming DWI enforcement effort to deter and apprehend intoxicated drivers from 8:30 P.M. on Saturday, December 4, to 6:30 A.M. on Sunday, December 5.
Springfield Loan Officer Pleads Guilty To Mortgage Fraud
[From: Courts & Crime]Alejandro Alquinta, 35, of Springfield, pleaded guilty today to using his position as a loan officer to help carry out a multi-million dollar mortgage fraud scheme.
New York Woman Sentenced To 36 Months For Gold Burglaries In Northern Virginia
[From: 2010 In Review, Courts & Crime]Melinda Marie Soto, 34 of Bronx, N.Y., was sentenced today to 36 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for conspiring to steal nearly $600,000 worth of gold and other valuables from 37 residences in Northern Virginia. She was also ordered to pay $590,860 in restitution.