Man Arrested For Assault And Animal Cruelty Following Police Pursuit

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Franconia Police District— A 12.5-mile police chase resulted in the arrest of a suspect who threatened to stab a victim.

At 4:03 p.m. on October 24, officers from our Franconia District responded to the 9600 block of Eaton Woods Place in Lorton for a simple assault call. The victim stated he was  walking his dog when he was approached by the suspect. The suspect then, without provocation, picked up and shook his dog. The suspect initially fled the area but later returned with a knife and threatened to stab the victim.

During their investigation, officers were flagged down by witnesses who stated someone was ramming vehicles and driving recklessly on the roadway. Officers responded and the suspect immediately fled in a 2017 Black Toyota Yaris, which prompted a pursuit. After a 12.5-mile pursuit, the suspect crashed into a tree and was taken into custody. Before police arrival, several community members’ vehicles sustained minor damage. There were no reported injuries from the pursuit or crash.

Daniel John Sol, 30, of Lorton was taken to the Adult Detention Center and charged with Cruelty to Animals, Attempted Malicious Wounding, three counts of Assault on Law Enforcement/Fire/Medical Services, four counts of Felony Hit and Run, two counts of Reckless Driving, Felony Eluding, and Driving Under the Influence. He is being held on no bond.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Franconia Police District Station at 703-922-0889. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), and by web – Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.  

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