Crime & Safety

Alexandria Man Found Killed Next To His Vehicle: Police

He was declared dead at the scene and detectives are investigating, according to police.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — An Alexandria man was found fatally shot in Woodlawn, according to police.

Officers responded around 4:45 a.m. Friday to the 3400 block of Buckman Road for a report of vehicle tampering, and while in the area, they found 21-year-old Jaylin Hartless on the ground beside his vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds to the upper body, police said.

He was declared dead at the scene and detectives are investigating, according to police, who said the shooting does not appear to be random.

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Anyone with information is asked to call 703-246-7800 and select option 2, police said. To remain anonymous, tipsters can call 1-866-411-8477, visit www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or download the P3 Tips app. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards of up to $5,000, according to police.

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