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Second Arrest Made in Connection to Woodbridge Death Investigation

Prince William County police have arrested a second suspect in connection to a death investigation that began last month in the 13200 block of Trowbridge Drive.

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Jonathan Alberto Aguilar, 21, of Hazelton Drive in Woodbridge, was taken into custody on March 24 and charged with concealment of a dead body. He is being held without bond, and a court date has not yet been set.

Police previously arrested Maurice Jermaine Waller on February 20 in connection with the same case. Both men are accused of transporting and concealing the remains of Robert Patrick Hearn, 42, of Annandale, whose body was discovered in the roadway on February 8.

Officers responded to the scene at 7:17 a.m. that morning, where they found Hearn’s decomposed body. An autopsy determined there were no immediate signs of trauma, and detectives believe he died elsewhere before his body was moved to Trowbridge Drive.

Police say the case does not appear to be random. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Prince William County:

Homicide-Related Arrest – Second Suspect Charged

Woodbridge (22192) – March 24, 2025
Police arrested Jonathan Alberto AGUILAR, 21, in connection with the concealment of a dead body investigation from February 8. His alleged accomplice, Maurice Jermaine WALLER, had been arrested earlier. The body of Robert Patrick HEARN, 42, was found on Trowbridge Drive.

Armed Robbery – Suspect Arrested

Woodbridge (22191) – March 25, 2025
Alex Daniel GARCIA-GARCIA, 23, was arrested for robbing a 21-year-old woman at gunpoint and stealing her phone during an altercation on Easy Street.

Fatal Car Crash Under Investigation

Gainesville (20155) – March 24, 2025
A 52-year-old woman, Marat Lise ESSEX, died after her Toyota Highlander veered off Linton Hall Road, struck a guardrail, and rolled into a field. Investigators are seeking witnesses.

Shooting During Attempted Home Invasion

Woodbridge (22192) – March 24, 2025
Michael William TRAMONTANO, 36, was arrested after attempting to force his way into a neighbor’s apartment while armed. The resident fired a gun in self-defense, accidentally injuring an uninvolved neighbor. TRAMONTANO faces charges of attempted burglary and use of a firearm in a felony.

Unlawful Filming at Walmart

Dumfries (22026) – March 22, 2025
A 49-year-old woman reported a man attempting to film her in a restroom stall at Walmart. The suspect, described as a black male, 20-30 years old, with short braids, fled in a grey Nissan Rogue.

Domestic Strangulation – Suspect Arrested

Manassas (20109) – March 24, 2025
Jerrod Andre THOMPSON, 26, was arrested for strangulation and domestic assault after attacking a 37-year-old woman during an argument.

Reckless Shooting on I-95

Woodbridge (22193) – March 24, 2025
A 25-year-old man reported his car windows shattered while driving on I-95. He suffered minor injuries from broken glass. No suspects have been identified.

School Vandalism – Hate Symbols Found

Nokesville (20181) – March 20, 2025
Swastikas and derogatory language were discovered inside a Brentsville High School textbook. No threats were found, and the investigation is ongoing.

Stafford County:

DUI & Assault – Woman Attacks Man After Drinking

Jay’s Sport Lounge, Richmond Highway – March 23, 2025
A woman was arrested after assaulting a man from behind while intoxicated. She was also charged with DUI after admitting to drinking before driving.

DUI – Driver Caught Drinking Beer Behind the Wheel

Pancho Villa, Garrisonville Road – March 23, 2025
A driver was caught drinking beer inside his Mustang before attempting to leave. He was arrested for DUI with a BAC between .15 and .2.

DUI – Near Collision with Tractor-Trailer

Kings Highway & Blue and Gray Parkway – March 23, 2025
A Chevy driver nearly crashed into a tractor-trailer before being pulled over. He admitted to drinking “a couple of Bud Lights” and was arrested for DUI.

Juvenile Robbed While Playing Basketball

Olde Forge Drive – March 23, 2025
A black male suspect with a neck tattoo and beard stole a juvenile’s phone while he was playing basketball.

Larceny – Alcohol Theft at ABC Store

Garrisonville Road – March 24, 2025
A man and woman stole expensive alcohol from an ABC store and fled.

Vandalism – Park Restroom Destroyed

Willowmere Park – March 24, 2025
Vandals ripped a sink off the wall, clogged toilets with paper, and stole a mirror from a women’s restroom at Willowmere Park.

Outstanding Warrants – Two Suspects Arrested

  • Pancho Villa, Warrenton Road – March 23, 2025: A suspect wanted in Stafford was located and arrested.

  • Sizzling Kabob, Warrenton Road – March 24, 2025: A suspect with outstanding warrants in both Stafford and Henrico was arrested.

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