2026-10-02 5:17 AM

F.C. Rite Aid Robbed

Police responded to the report of a robbery at the Rite Aid Pharmacy located at 7395 Lee Highway in Falls Church Thursday, shortly before 1:30 p.m.

Police say a man walked into the store, implied that he had a weapon and demanded cash. He left with an unknown amount of money and cartons of cigarettes. There were no injuries.

The suspect was described as black, in his 40s; about 5 feet 8 inches tall with a heavy build. He was wearing a yellow shirt with darker horizontal lines, black shorts, white socks, black shoes, and a light colored baseball cap.

The suspect was last seen running east toward the Safeway.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

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