UPDATE: 14-Year-Old Charged in Annandale Fatal Stabbing

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Mason Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau have charged a 14-year-old for Murder in relation to the fatal stabbing in Annandale on January 13.  

Detectives determined the 14-year-old fatally stabbed the 17-year-old juvenile. During the assault, the 14-year-old lost control of the knife and was stabbed by the victim. The 18-year-old heard the commotion, attempted to intervene, and was injured in the process. 

Detectives obtained a petition for the 14-year-old juvenile male, charging him with Murder. The juvenile remains hospitalized and in police custody.  

Detectives are asking anyone who has information about the stabbing to call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 2. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – (703)-246-4676, and by web – Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for a cash reward. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim’s family is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

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(Originally published on January 14, 2024)

Stabbing Between Two Juveniles Leaves One Dead

Mason Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau are investigating a fatal stabbing that left a 17-year-old deceased and the 14-year-old suspect hospitalized.

At 11:30 p.m. last night, officers responded to the 4200 block of Wadsworth Court in Annandale for a stabbing that occurred outside. Officers found the 17-year-old in a grassy area suffering from stab wounds. Fire and rescue personnel transported him to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The 14-year-old was found inside a nearby apartment and was also taken to the hospital, where he remains. As detectives were investigating an 18-year-old entered the hospital and was treated for injuries believed to be related to the stabbing.

Detectives are actively investigating the circumstances that led to the stabbing. This is not domestic related, and both juveniles are known to each other from previous disputes. Detectives believe all parties from this incident are accounted for.

Detectives are asking anyone who has information about the stabbing to call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 2. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – (703)-246-4676, and by web – Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for a cash reward. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim’s family is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

Join us on Neighbors by Ring. A place where you can connect with your neighbors, see what’s happening in your neighborhood and share any available surveillance footage with our department. 

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