Good Monday morning, Alexandria!
⛈️ Today’s weather: There is an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms today, with possible heavy rainfall up to half an inch and temperatures reaching 90°F. South winds are expected at 8-11 mph. Tonight, expect more showers and thunderstorms before 8 pm, followed by a chance of continued rain between 8 pm and 2 am. Temperatures will drop to around 73°F with southwest winds at 9 mph, and additional rain amounts up to three-quarters of an inch are possible.
🚨 You need to know
A suspect has been arrested for a shooting on Sunday south of Alexandria.
One adult male victim sustained injuries that were initially reported to be life-threatening and was hospitalized, but the victim survived.
Officers are on scene of a shot person in the 7500 blk of Republic Ct in Hybla Valley. One adult male victim being transported with injuries considered life threatening. One suspect in-custody. Please avoid the area. Call 911 w/ info. #FCPD pic.twitter.com/aPCAIjiIgw
— Fairfax County Police (@FairfaxCountyPD) August 7, 2023
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