[Archived] Alexandria Police Investigate Vehicle Crash on Four Mile Road

Alexandria Police Charge man in Vehicle Crash on Four Mile Road

For Immediate Release: December 13, 2021

The Alexandria Police Department’s Crash Reconstruction Team is investigating a motor vehicle crash which occurred in the 500 block of Four Mile Road, on December 11, 2021, at approximately 6:30 p.m.  

Preliminary investigation found that the suspect, Mr. Luis Antonio Ortiz, a 40-year-old Alexandria resident, crashed into a pedestrian and numerous parked vehicles.  The victim, a 29-year-old female, was transported to George Washington University Hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries.   

The suspect was arrested at the scene for DUI Maiming and DUI Second Offense. The investigation remains ongoing.  Any witnesses or individuals with information about this incident are asked to contact Officer J. Burney at 703.859.0806 or call APD's non-emergency number at 703.746.4444 

The Alexandria Police Department is committed to spreading the word about the dangers of drunk driving and to remind all drivers: If you plan to drink alcohol, plan for a sober ride home.  Historically, the December Holiday Season experiences more drunk-driving-related fatalities than any other holiday period throughout the year.

For media inquiries, contact Marcel Bassett, Public Information Officer, at Marcel.Bassett@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.6600

This news release is available at: Alexandriava.gov/125445  

 The mission of the Alexandria Police Department is to provide competent, courteous, professional, and community-oriented police services