Arrest Made in Reston Abduction

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News Release: 09/023/2563/eja/(5)
January 29, 2009

Arrest Made in Reston Abduction

On Tuesday, January 27, detectives arrested Amjad Zuhdi Arnous, 45, of 11710 Old Bayberry Lane in Reston. Arnous allegedly approached a 36-year-old Herndon woman on Friday, January 23 between 10 and 11 a.m. and asked her if she wanted to get paid to clean his house. She agreed and went to his home. Inside the home, Arnous showed her the house. In his bedroom, he is charged with locking the door, taking off his clothes and touching the victim inappropriately. She was able to escape unharmed.

Arnous was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and charged with abduction with intent to defile and aggravated sexual battery. Arnous is described as white, 5 feet 10 inches tall and 180 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. It is believed that there are other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

Amjad Zuhdi Arnous