Victim Shot During Attempted Robbery in Kingstowne: Police

UPDATE: 4:15 p.m. We've added a description of the suspect, provided by Fairfax County Police.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA -- Fairfax County Police say a person was shot early Tuesday in the Kingstowne area during an attempted robbery.

Police responded to a call at about 2:09 a.m. to Collins Meade Way and Braeleigh Lane (see map below), they said. The area is a neighborhood off of Kingstowne Village Parkway near the intersection of Kingstowne Village Parkway and Hayfield Road.

According to police, the victim reported that a man approached him and demanded property. When the victim refused, the suspect shot him in the arm, police said. Police say the victim's injuries are not life-threatening.

When the suspect fled, the victim followed and the suspect started shooting again but none of the shots hit the victim, police said.

The suspect was described as black, with a tall, thin build, and short dreadlocks, according to police. This investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers electronically by visiting http://www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text-a-tip by texting “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES(274637)** or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

Map shows location of shooting, attempted robbery early Tuesday: