Crime & Safety
Police: Herndon Man Robbed at Knifepoint
The incident happened on Centreville Road in the county area of Herndon.
A man is in Fairfax County police custody after allegedly trying to rob a man at knifepoint on Friday night.
Fairfax County Police said Monday a 43-year-old Herndon-area man was approached by a stranger as he walked home Friday night. The suspect displayed a knife and demanded the victim’s wallet, according to police. The victim ran away and located a patrol officer nearby.
Officers then found the suspect in the 2100 block of Centreville Road around 2:13 a.m. Friday.
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An investigation determined Anthony A. Portillo, 22, of no fixed address, was in possession of stolen property.
Portillo was charged with attempted robbery and possession of stolen property.
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No injuries to the victim were reported.
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