Springfield Town Center Shooting: Juvenile Suspect Charged

Springfield, VA – A juvenile male has been charged following a non-fatal shooting at Springfield Town Center on Friday, February 13, 2026, that sent a man to the hospital, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.

Details of the Incident

Officers responded to the 6500 block of Springfield Mall around 5:34 p.m. For reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper body. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. NBC Washington and MSN reported on the initial response.

Investigation and Arrest

Preliminary investigations indicate the shooting stemmed from a verbal dispute between the suspect and the victim. During the altercation, the suspect allegedly produced a firearm and shot the victim before fleeing the scene. Responding officers quickly “saturated the area” and arrested the suspect in the parking garage. A second juvenile was likewise taken into custody in connection with an associated assault. Fairfax County Police Department News detailed the swift response and arrest.

Charges Filed

The suspect has been charged with the following offenses:

• Aggravated Malicious Wounding
• Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony
• Discharging a Firearm Within a Building
• Removing or Altering a Serial Number
• Possession of a Firearm by Someone Under 18

The suspect is currently being held at the Fairfax County Juvenile Detention Center pending a detention hearing. FCPD News confirmed these charges.

Ongoing Investigation

Detectives from the Major Crimes Bureau are continuing the investigation. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Fairfax County Police Department Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 2. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), by text by typing “FCCS” plus a tip to 847411, or online. Anonymous tipsters may be eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000 if their information leads to an arrest.

Victim specialists from the Victim Services Division have been assigned to provide support and resources to the victim.