Baby Dies, Fentanyl Found | $49K Mall Theft | $312K Winner: VA News

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Infant Dies With Fentanyl In System, Family Members Charged: Police

A 9-month-old girl died with fentanyl in her system on Sunday, a sheriff's office said. The child's aunt and grandmother have been charged with murder in connection with her death. The medical examiner has not determined an official cause of death for the child.

Animal Shelter Suspends Dog Adoptions Due To Parvovirus

A northern Virginia animal shelter is temporarily halting dog adoptions and not accepting surrenders due to concerns about a potential Parvovirus update. The shelter said it would suspend all viewings and adoptions until at least Dec. 21.

Man Caught After $49K Theft Spree At Sak's Store: Police

A Maryland man is facing grand larceny and other charges in connection with the theft of about $49,000 worth of merchandise from the Sak’s Fifth Avenue on separate occasions over a month.

$68K Seized From Travelers Boarding Flight To Egypt At Dulles Airport

Customs officers at Washington Dulles International Airport seized $68,000 in unreported currency from a Nigeria-bound family. When the officers searched the travelers' carryon bags, they found multiple envelopes carrying currency. After seizing $68,000, the CBP officers returned the remaining $216 and allowed them to resume their journey.

Murder Charge Levied Against 16-Year-Old From VA In DC Fatal Shooting

A 16-year-old student is facing a second-degree murder while armed charge in connection with the Oct. 21 homicide of 24-year-old Diamonte Lewis at a bar in Washington, D.C., according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

$312K VA Lottery Win Makes Man Think He's Dreaming

When Jorge Carabantes learned that he'd matched all five numbers and won $312,273 in the Virginia Lottery's Cash 5 with EZ Match game, he thought he was still sleeping. “It’s like I was dreaming!” he told lottery officials.

2nd Loaded Handgun Stopped At Dulles Airport In 3 Days: TSA

A Pennsylvania man was stopped from bringing a loaded handgun onto a flight leaving Washington Dulles International Airport last Thursday, according to the Transportation Security Administration. It was the second loaded handgun TSA detected in three days.

Man Exposed Himself, Held Blade To Woman's Neck At Mall: Cops

A man exposed himself, damaged a Jewelry Repair Kiosk, held a boxcutter to a woman's neck, and jumped on top of a tractor-trailer at a mall on Tuesday morning, police said.

Man Caught With Loaded Handgun At Reagan National Airport

A man was stopped from bringing a loaded 9mm handgun onto his flight at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, according to the Transportation Security Administration.

More Top Headlines

• Pilot Killed In Fiery Single-Engine Plane Crash: VSP
• Pause In FBI Headquarters Relocation Process Urged By Lawmakers
• Driver Picked Up Pedestrian, Exposed Himself, Attempted Assault: Cops
• Smoke Detectors Helped Woman Escape Burning Home: Authorities
• Man Charged In Connection With Rape At Motel: Police
• Manassas Man Killed In Centreville Car Crash: Police
• Fruit Recall Expands As Salmonella Cases Increase: See VA Impacts
• 3 Students Charged After Fight At Patriot High School: Police
• Drunk Driver Crashed Into Deputy: Police
• Teen Dies Of Drug Overdose At Apartment: Police
• Man Walked Into Traffic Before Fatal I-95 Crash: Police
• Stabbing Leads To Charges For Teenager: Police
• Mystery Of Illness That May Be Sickening VA Dogs Unlocked By New Study
• Abduction, Attempted Sexual Assault Suspect Arrested

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