Location: 5500 block of Columbia Pike, Arlington VA Time: October 3, 2026, approximately 6:13 p.m.
Arlington County Police are investigating an attempted robbery in which a juvenile male was allegedly assaulted by a group of approximately 10 to 15 juveniles and one adult.
Officers responded to the 5500 block of Columbia Pike following a report of an assault.
According to investigators, the victim was walking in the area when the group approached him, physically assaulted him, and attempted to steal items of his clothing.
The victim managed to escape and reach safety. He sustained minor injuries but did not require medical attention.
Responding officers searched the area but did not locate the suspects.
Police described one juvenile suspect as an Asian male, approximately 13 to 16 years old, wearing black pants. The remaining juvenile suspects were described as approximately 10 to 16 years old and wearing dark clothing.
The adult suspect was described as a thin-build Black male, approximately 25 to 30 years old, wearing dark clothing.
The investigation is ongoing.