WRC-TV: “A Virginia man who pleaded guilty to killing a young Marine is free just two years after the shooting, and prosecutors in Prince William County blame investigators for failing to turn over key evidence in time.”
“But prosecutors said there were problems with some of the police evidence before the trial began. Midway through the trial, prosecutors say police suddenly mentioned a Ring camera video that had never been documented or turned over as required. The defense attorney filed a motion to dismiss.”
â’Absolutely, this is not something we wanted to do,â Ashworth said. âWe wanted to prosecute him for first-degree murder. Our hands get tied when our partner agency doesnât exactly cooperate and provide that information,’ said Ashworth.”
âThey made a big mistake,â [the victim’s mother] said. âThey let a monster walk.â
Ashworth, a Democrat, is on the November 7 General Election ballot (early voting begins Sept. 23, 2023), vying to serve a second four-year term as Prince William County’s top prosecutor.
Matt Lowery, a Republican, said voters should consider the outcome of this case when they cast their ballots this fall.
Lowery: “This is wildly inept management of the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney. Another killer is unjustly walking free among us because of the C.A.’s inability to properly run a prosecution shop. The fault for this entire situation lies squarely at her feet and no one else’s. (Not the family, not the cops, not the line prosecutors…just her.)”
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Looking for art opportunities in the DMV? ArtsFairfax.org is your online destination to find and promote artist calls in and around Fairfax. Our Artist Calls directory is always free to use and highlights opportunities to audition, exhibit artwork, or secure commissions. Be sure to check out ArtsFairfax Artist Calls on an ongoing basis – new opportunities are added every week.
In addition to a dozen or so Artist Calls from throughout the region, ArtsFairfax is proud to host the following:
Fairfax250 RV Wrap
For illustrators, visual artists, and graphic designers, we are working with the Fairfax250 Commission to wrap a 37â-long RV that will travel to hundreds of events across Fairfax County. A signage company will handle the installation â all we need is the design. See your art on this rolling billboard all year long!
On June 20th, 2025, Woodbridge Rotary Club will be holding our 21st annual charity golf tournament. This tournament is in memory of two of our past Presidents and valued members of the community. Joe Devaney passed away March 22, 2005 and a few years ago, Bill O’Hop passed away barely a week after playing in this tournament in 2015. Both Joe and Bill were each other’s best friends and they both loved golf! Please help us pay tribute to our dear friends by participating in this tournament and helping us to support our local and international charities. If you are interested in golfing, sponsoring, donating a door prize and/or know someone who is, please contact us (Mark Worrilow [email protected] or 703-244-8702). Signing up is also possible using the QR code.
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Van Metre 5K Run
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