Man has critical injuries after shooting in Herndon

By Meashel Gilliard
September 15, 2025 | 9:29 AM

A man is fighting for his life after a shooting in Fairfax County, Virginia, Monday morning.

Police received a call at 5:03 a.m. to the 12700 block of Fantasia Drive in Herndon for a shooting.

The victim was taken to the hospital in life-threatening condition.

The suspect was quickly located with the assistance of Herndon police and is now in custody.

Fairfax County police are investigating the circumstances of the shooting.

Below is a map of the area where the shooting took place:

Map of Herndon shooting — (Courtesy Google Maps)

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