Fairfax County Police K-9 Helps to Catch Burglars

Fairfax County Police Department
Franconia District Station
6121 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310
703-922-0889. TTY 711. Fax 703-719-6436
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/stations/franconia
Date Released 08/14/12
Contact: Brooke Wright / 703-922-0889
Information Bulletin: 2012-2260017

Fairfax County Police K-9 Helps to Catch Burglars

Photo of K9 Comak

Franconia District officers responded to a commercial burglary in progress Sunday night in the 9900 block of Richmond Highway. Upon arrival, officers found Anthony Kemp of Washington, D.C. and Irvin Reynolds of Capitol Heights, Maryland attempting to flee on foot. After the officer’s commands to stop were ignored, police K9 Comak gave chase with the police helicopter assisting and both suspects were quickly apprehended.

Photo of Anthony Kemp Photo of Irvin Reynolds

Anthony Kemp Irvin Reynolds

Both men were charged with burglary and incarcerated without bond. Investigation continues in reference to their involvement in other cases along the Richmond Highway corridor. Thanks to Comak, MPO Riccio, the helicopter unit, and Franconia midnight officers, this case was closed quickly!

Call 703-691-2131 to report any suspicious activity or 911 in an emergency.

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