MAN IN CUSTODY AFTER SHOOTING AT OFFICERS
Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) officers responded to assist the Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) at 8:37 p.m. yesterday, after Arlington County police attempted to conduct a traffic stop on Singleton. Singleton was wanted for felony speed to elude, brandishing and hit and run for an incident that occurred earlier in the day in Arlington.
Singleton was found later that evening in Arlington and again failed to stop. He then fired multiple rounds at their officers. Singleton fled into Fairfax County, and our officers became involved in the vehicle pursuit. Singleton struck multiple vehicles, rendering his vehicle disabled on Arlington Boulevard near Graham Road. Singleton exited his vehicle and fired numerous rounds at FCPD officers. One FCPD officer discharged his firearm. Singleton was not struck. Officers found Singleton hiding behind a nearby building. He was safely taken into custody by FCPD, ACPD and Virginia State Troopers. Singleton’s gun was recovered on the scene. Fortunately, no community members or police officers were injured.
Singleton was taken to the Adult Detention Center and served with Arlington County’s initial warrants, as well as additional charges of felony eluding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, felony reckless discharge and three counts of attempted malicious wounding on a law enforcement officer. Fairfax County detectives obtained charges for two counts of attempted malicious wounding on a law enforcement officer and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
The officer involved in this incident has been identified as an 11-year veteran, who is assigned to the Special Operations Division. As per department policy, the officer has been placed on a restricted duty status, pending the outcome of the criminal and administrative investigation.
The criminal investigation into the use of force is being conducted by the Major Crimes Bureau. Chief Kevin Davis will release footage from the body camera and the 911 call for service within 30 days in accordance with the department’s guidelines.
Chief Davis has also directed our Internal Affairs Bureau to conduct an administrative investigation in accordance with policy, along with an independent review by the Police Auditor. The name of the officer will be released by Chief Davis within 10 days, unless the Chief of Police has determined there is a credible threat to the safety of those involved or if additional time is required to thoroughly complete the risk assessment process.
All information provided in this release is based on preliminary investigative findings and may be subject to revision as the investigation progresses.
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