Naked Intruder Breaks Into Centreville Homes

Police search for suspect after multiple overnight break-ins in Virginia neighborhood

Mar. 10, 2026 at 2:06pm

A woman in Centreville, Virginia was awakened by her barking dog and found a naked man in her home. Police say the same suspect is believed to have broken into at least three homes in the area while fully nude, and they are asking residents to check security cameras for any potential leads.

Why it matters

These types of brazen home invasions can be extremely unsettling for residents and raise concerns about public safety in the community. The police are actively investigating the incidents and urging vigilance from locals to help identify the suspect.

The details

According to the Fairfax County Police Department, the woman saw the naked man in her home on Ealing Court around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday. He fled before officers arrived, but police later learned of two other overnight break-ins and one attempted break-in in the same neighborhood north of Route 29. Detectives are now conducting targeted enforcement and investigative efforts in the area.

  • The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2026.

The players

Fairfax County Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the break-ins and searching for the suspect.

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What they’re saying

“'Detectives and patrol officers are conducting targeted enforcement and investigative efforts in the area.'”

— Fairfax County Police Department

What’s next

The police are asking residents to check their home and vehicle security cameras, particularly during the early morning hours from Thursday to Sunday, and to report any potentially relevant information to assist with the investigation.

The takeaway

These types of brazen home invasions are deeply unsettling for a community, and the police are working diligently to identify the suspect and prevent any further incidents. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with the investigation to help ensure the safety of the neighborhood.