Press Release

Police Blotter: ABC Store Robbery, Domestic Strangulations, and Fraud Investigations

[Photo: Alan Gloss]

Prince William County

Strong-Arm Robbery – ABC Store Employee Pushed

Woodbridge (22192) – April 8, 2025
A man entered the ABC store on Smoketown Rd., threatened the employee, and pushed her aside before stealing multiple bottles of alcohol. He fled the scene before officers and K-9 units arrived. The suspect has not been located.

Wanted for Domestic Strangulation

Manassas (20109) – April 7, 2025
Jordan Alan LOCKETT, 28, is wanted after allegedly beating and strangling a 36-year-old woman, temporarily taking her phone to prevent her from calling 911.
Charges: Strangulation, assault & battery, preventing the summoning of law enforcement

Arrest – Caretaker Strangled in Dispute

Woodbridge (22191) – April 8, 2025
Paramjeet Singh CHAHEL, 74, was arrested after dragging his 65-year-old caretaker and grabbing her by the neck during an argument.
Charges: Strangulation, assault
Bond: Unavailable

Stafford County

Fraud – Debit Card Theft at Wawa

Austin Park Dr – April 8, 2025
A woman left her debit card at Wawa and quickly received alerts of unauthorized charges. Surveillance footage helped deputies identify two suspects. Warrants are pending.

Fraud – Identity Theft Reported

Public Safety Building – April 8, 2025
A man reported receiving a Verizon bill for an account he never opened, leading deputies to open a fraud investigation for identity theft.

Larceny – $560 in Goods Stolen from Walmart

Washington Square Plaza – April 8, 2025
A woman wearing a Mountain Dew jacket was caught concealing over $560 in merchandise. She was detained and issued a summons for larceny.

Vandalism – Vehicle Damaged by Ex

Foxglove Way – April 8, 2025
A man’s vehicle was damaged shortly after receiving threatening messages from his ex. Deputies are investigating possible retaliation.

Juveniles Vandalize Vehicle and Flee

Gettysburg Court – April 8, 2025
Five juveniles damaged a vehicle while trespassing in a yard. They fled when confronted. The case remains open.

Found Property – Phone with Cute Stickers

Public Safety Building – April 8, 2025
A phone was turned in after being found in the parking lot. The owner can retrieve it from the Sheriff’s Office.