Location: 1100 block of S. Hayes Street, Arlington VA Time: October 11, 2026, at approximately 7:00 a.m. (reported at 10:35 a.m.)
Arlington County Police are investigating a burglary at a business on South Hayes Street after a suspect allegedly stole merchandise following an encounter with security personnel.
According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 7:00 a.m. on October 11. Security personnel observed a man attempting to reach into a closed business to steal merchandise.
Security personnel confronted the individual, who briefly left the store before returning. Police said the suspect subsequently stole merchandise and fled the scene.
Officers were dispatched at approximately 10:35 a.m. after receiving a delayed report of the burglary.
The suspect was described as a Black male. Authorities did not release additional identifying information or specify the type or value of merchandise stolen.
The investigation remains ongoing.