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Detectives from FCPD Major Crimes Bureau are seeking possible additional victims after arresting a man who drove a woman home from Washington D.C. and sexually assaulted her on New Year’s Day.
The victim was leaving a location in Dupont Circle, Washington D.C., after midnight when a man offered to drive her home and was possibly posing as a rideshare service. The man drove her to a park in Lorton in a blue Volkswagen Jetta and sexually assaulted her.
Police say that through their investigation, detectives identified the man as Mohannad Yousef Abura, 39. Detectives are concerned there may be additional victims and are seeking information from the community who may have had contact with the driver.
Mohannad Yousef Abura, 39, was charged with Rape and Abduction with the Intent to Defile. He is being held at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center on no bond.
Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this incident, or may have had unlawful contact with Abura, to call FCPD Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 3. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477). Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.
Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.