(GNB Desk): The thieves have been targeting restaurants, grocery stores, and other minority businesses since Jan. 28, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said.
“Detectives with our Criminal Investigation Section are investigating a series of overnight commercial burglaries throughout the county”, FCPD said in a statement on Sunday.
Since Jan. 28, detectives have identified fifteen burglary cases that may be related, FCPD said.
In most cases, the front glass doors of the businesses have been broken, two to four people then enter the business taking cash and property before leaving in a vehicle. Detectives have determined the burglars mostly target restaurants, grocery stores, and minority owned businesses.
While detectives continue to work these cases, crime prevention officers are reaching out to business owners to discuss safety tips and burglary prevention, Police said in a statement.
As part of the awareness and outreach work, on February 16, the police held a virtual public meeting with Korean business owners. Tips to install lighting and security cameras, cut down barriers in front of doors, and remove valuables are among the tips discussed with business owners before closing the night.
Community members were asked to contact law enforcement if they were victims of theft, so detectives could gather evidence that could lead to an arrest.
Below is a list of entrepreneurs who were abducted from January 28 to February 17.
- Naz Food at Annandeil on January 28th
- Kogiya Korean barbecue in Annandale on January 28th
- Han Bang Korean Restaurant in Annandale on January 28th
- A small Saigon restaurant at Falls Church on February 3rd
- Vienna Dong Fabrics Falls Church February 3rd
- Halal Market in Springfield on February 11th
- Afghan Bistro in Springfield on Feb. 11
- Pika Tako in Alexandria on February 17th
- Rice and spice Thai cuisine in Alexandria on February 17th
- The Korean BBQ Bowl in Alexandria on February 17th
- Chi Mak Chicken and beer on February 17 in Alexandria
- Matsui Sushi February 17 in Alexandria
- Hollin Hill Variety Store in Alexandria on February 17th
- A confectionery shop in Alexandria on February 17th
- February 17 at River Bend Bistro in Alexandria
Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding these incidents to call FCPD’s Mason District Station Criminal Investigation Section at 703-256-8035. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), by text – Type “FCCS” plus tip to 847411, and by web – Click HERE. Download our Mobile tip411 App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers”. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards of $100 to $1,000 dollars if their information leads to an arrest.
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