The Fairfax County Police Department has announced the arrest of a suspect involved in the robbery of a 66-year-old woman in Reston. The incident took place on July 24 at approximately 8:20 p.m. in the 11000 block of North Shore Drive near the Hunter Woods shopping center.
According to the FCPD, the victim was aboard a metro bus when she engaged in a conversation with the suspect. After disembarking from the bus, the victim sat on a nearby bench. It was then that the suspect, identified as 38-year-old James David Freeman (who identifies as Jasmine Freeman and Kelly Freeman) of Reston, allegedly sat down next to her and forcibly snatched her wallet.
A physical struggle ensued between the victim and the suspect before the suspect managed to flee the scene. Fortunately, the victim did not sustain any injuries during the robbery.
Following a thorough investigation, Reston officers were able to identify and charge James David Freeman with robbery. On July 26, Freeman was apprehended without incident and subsequently transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center, where he is currently being held on no bond.
The Fairfax County Police Department urges anyone with additional information about this incident to come forward and assist in their ongoing investigation. Witnesses and potential informants can contact the Major Crimes Bureau at 703-478-0904. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477) or via the web by clicking HERE. Informants may be eligible for cash rewards, and anonymity is assured. If you wish for a detective to follow up with you, please leave your contact information.
To ensure the victim receives appropriate support and assistance, Victim Specialists from the Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to provide the necessary resources, ther FCPD said.
The Fairfax County Police Department expresses its appreciation for the cooperation of the community and its efforts to maintain safety and security for all residents.
Note: The details and charges mentioned above are based on the statement released by the Fairfax County Police Department on July 28, 2023. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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