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Crime Report: Man Punched in the Face, Robbed

Fairfax County police car lightsA man was talking with a woman when he was suddenly punched in the face and robbed, according to this week’s Arlington County Police crime report.

The incident happened on the 300 block of N. Glebe Road, just south of Ballston. It was reported Monday afternoon, well after the crime was committed.

Police say both the woman who did the talking and the guy who did the punching are suspects in the robbery.

LATE ROBBERY, 161010018, 300 block of N. Glebe Road. At approximately 2:53 p.m. on October 10, officers responded to the report of a late robbery. The victim advised that while speaking to an unknown female, a male subject approached him and struck him in the face, knocking him to the ground. Both suspects then fled the scene with his personal belongings. The first suspect is described as a white female in her teens, approximately 5’5″ tall and 130 lbs. She was wearing black sweatshirt and black sweatpants. The second suspect is described as a black male in his teens, with black hair. He was wearing a white t-shirt, khaki pant, and black shoes.

The rest of the past week’s crime report highlights, including some that we’ve already reported, after the jump.

ATTEMPTED BREAKING & ENTERING, 161012006, 1500 block of S. Fern Street. At approximately 12:37 a.m. on October 12, an unknown subject attempted to force entry into a business by shattering the front door. The suspect fled the scene when a car pulled into a nearby parking lot. The suspect is described as wearing black boots and dark colored pants at the time of the incident.

ARMED ROBBERY, 161010039, 4800 block of N. 1st Street. At approximately 11:39 p.m. on October 10, three unknown black males entered a business armed with handguns wearing black ski masks. The suspects stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the register and fled the area on foot. Investigation is ongoing.

ROBBERY, 161010022, 1800 block of N. Moore Street. At approximately 4:34 p.m. on October 10, officers responded to the report of a robbery. Upon investigation, two parties were in a transaction to buy and sell a used cellphone. When the victim handed over the cellphone the suspect attempted to leave without paying. The victim demanded his money and the suspect reached inside his backpack, causing the victim to believe there possibly was a weapon inside. The suspect is described as a black male in his twenties, approximately 6’03” tall and weighed 190 lbs. He was wearing a dark hoodie, dark pants, black backpack, and sneakers.

ATTEMPTED BREAKING & ENTERING, 161010027, 300 block of S. Glebe Road. Between 7:00 p.m. on October 8 and 6:30 a.m. on October 10, an unknown suspect(s) attempted to force entry into a business but was unsuccessful. There is no suspect(s) description

ATTEMPTED ARMED ROBBERY, 161009011, 100 block of N. Thomas Street. At approximately 2:15 a.m. on October 9, officers responded to the report of an assault. When on scene it was determined that a male victim was assaulted by two male subjects who demanded his wallet. One subject brandished a firearm. Both subjects fled the scene without the victims belongings. The first suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his early twenties, approximately 5’3″ tall. He was wearing a white t-shirt, baseball cap, and jeans. The second suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his early twenties, approximately 5’3″ tall. He was wearing a dark blue t-shirt and jeans.

ROBBERY BY FORCE, 161009012, 700 block of S. Monroe Street. At approximately 2:45 a.m. on October 9, officers responded to the report of a robbery by force that had just occurred. When on scene, it was determined that two male subjects approached a male victim from behind and assaulted him. The subjects then fled the scene with the victim’s cellphone. The suspects are described as Hispanic males in their early twenties, wearing white t-shirts.

ASSAULT ON POLICE, 161008041, 1100 block of S. Hayes Street. At approximately 9:20 p.m. on October 8, an officer working the mall detail received a call from a store employee advising that a larceny had just occurred in their store. The officer located individuals matching the description made by the mall employee and attempted to detain the subjects to conduct the investigation. The subjects became combative and struggled with the officer. Backup officers arrived on scene and the two subjects were taken into custody. Ebony Cloyd, 36, of Washington DC, was arrested and charged with assault on law enforcement, obstruction of justice, petit larceny and contributing to the delinquency of a minor (x3). She was held on no bond. Prana Bell, 41, of Washington DC was charged with obstruction of justice and contributing to the delinquency of a minor (x3). She was held on a $5000 secure bond.

EXPOSURE, 161008026, 2100 block of S. Washington Boulevard. At approximately 10:48 a.m. on October 8, a male victim exposed his genitals to an unknown female victim. The subject is described as a white male in his late twenties, approximately 5’10” tall and weighed 180 lbs. He was wearing a purple baseball hat, black t-shirt, and blue shorts with a white stripe.

LARCENY FROM AUTO(series), 161007009, 2200 block of N. Taft Street. Between 4:00 p.m. on October 6 and 5:00 a.m. on October 7, officers responded to the report of several vehicles being broken into. When on scene, it was determined that several vehicles had smashed windows and numerous items stolen from inside. There is no suspect(s) description.

DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY, 161008040, 4000 block of N. 9th Street. At approximately 9:00 p.m. on October 8, police were dispatched to the report of an unknown subject throwing dishware from a high level balcony. The investigation revealed that an 11-year-old male juvenile in a mental health crisis was responsible. His family was referred to government services.

POLICE INFORMATION, 161006017, 800 block of S. Frederick Street. At approximately 11:30 a.m. on October 6, police were dispatched to the report of a suspicious person. The juvenile reporting party advised that she had observed a male subject dressed as a clown waving at passing vehicles. There was approximately a half hour delay in reporting to police. Police canvassed the area and spoke to pedestrians but did not locate anything suspicious.

ATTEMPT FRAUD, 161006026, 300 block of N. Glebe Road. At approximately 2:58 p.m. on October 6, police were dispatched to the report of attempted fraud and telephone threats. The female victim received a phone call at approximately 12:48 p.m. from an unknown caller stating he had kidnapped and would kill her father unless she provided him with money. While attempting to retrieve funds, the victim’s father called her place of employment advising that he was not in danger. The victim then ended the call and contacted police. The investigation is ongoing.

PEEPING TOM, 161005053, 1800 block of N. Scott Street. At approximately 11:00 p.m. on October 5, a female victim heard a noise outside her window and witnessed a male subject running away. There is no suspect description.

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