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Prince William Woman Charged With Assaulting a Law Enforcement Officer

On November 7, officers responded to a crisis situation at an apartment complex near Woodbridge, where an intoxicated woman, attempting self-harm, kicked and struck an officer during the intervention. The woman was arrested and charged with assault on a law enforcement officer and obstruction of justice, with a court date pending. Press Release from Prince William Police:
Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On November 7 at 4:47PM, officers responded to the Potomac Ridge Apartments located in the 2800 block of Woodmark Dr. [near] Woodbridge (22191) to assist a person in crisis. When officers entered the apartment they observed a woman, later identified as the accused, who was intoxicated and attempting to harm herself. When officers attempted to intervene, the accused kicked and struck an officer before being detained without further incident. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Desiree Debora MAHMOUD, was arrested.
Mahmoud, D. D.

Arrested on November 7: Desiree Debora MAHMOUD, 22, of 2813 Woodmark Dr. [near] Woodbridge Charged with assault & battery on LEO and obstruction of justice Court Date: Pending | Bond: $2,500 Unsecured

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