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Alexandria man arrested for allegedly brandishing handgun outside West End nightclub

By James Cullum

A 35-year-old Alexandria man is being held without bond for allegedly brandishing a handgun outside a nightclub in the West End on Sunday, September 4.

No one was injured and nothing was stolen in the incident, which occurred at around 2 a.m. in the 600 block of S. Pickett Street. Multiple witnesses told police that they saw the suspect pull out a handgun, according to Alexandria Police.

Asim High was arrested and charged with brandishing a firearm on or near school grounds and resisting arrest. He goes to court for the incident on October 12.

Anyone with information on this incident can contact the Alexandria Police Department’s non-emergency number at 703-746-4444. Callers can remain anonymous.

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