Knife brandishing during theft at Home Depot, Alexandria VA
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WeaponsAs discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible brandishing incident at a Home Depot on Richmond Highway in Alexandria. A person reportedly tried to steal items, displayed a knife at employees, and fled on foot. A photo was available from the caller. The individual’s identity remains unknown.
Audio|Heard on: Fairfax County Police, Fire and EMS
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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Yeah, I'll turn to Ramos at 20 Salt Dispatch Area and 220 for weapons brandishing.
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Home Depot near Richmond Highway.
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Subject was trying to steal items, waved a knife at employees when they tried to stop (name withheld), left on foot unknown direction of travel.
00:16
Caller does have a photo.
00:18
Subject described as a male wearing a brown beanie, blue jean jacket, blue jeans, and white sneakers.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22306
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