Crime & Safety
Home Invasion Robber Claimed to Be Law Enforcement
After victims allowed man into home, he pulled out a gun, according to Stafford County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies are investigating an attempted home invasion robbery in Stafford County, according to the Sheriff's Office.
At 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, deputies responded to a home on Riggs Road in the Leeland Station subdivision.
A man had knocked on the door of the victim's home and identified himself as law enforcement. After the subject was allowed into the home, he presented a gun.
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The two residents were able to escape unharmed, fleeing to a neighbor's home. Investigators believe the homeowners were specifically targeted.
Anyone with information related to the incident can contact the Sheriff’s Office at 540-658-4400 or Stafford Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 (callers may remain anonymous). You can also TEXT “STAFFORD” + your tip to CRIMES (274637).
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