A homicide investigation is underway in McLean, Virginia, after a woman was found stabbed to death in a parking area near the Great Falls trail system, authorities announced Monday.
Fairfax County Police Capt. Jason Chandler stated that a man discovered the woman lying unconscious next to her vehicle around 7 a.m. Monday. The woman, who had sustained trauma to her upper body, was pronounced dead at the scene. The parking area provides access to several hiking trails.
Detectives are actively pursuing leads in the case, Chandler told reporters. He added that there is no immediate indication that the incident was a random act. The investigation remains active.