Stafford County
Update: Malvern Lakes Shooting
Investigators have provided an update on the recent shooting in Malvern Lakes. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the victim was a 21-year-old male who suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No further details have been released at this time.
The incident occurred on February 22, 2025, when deputies responded to Malvern Lakes Circle after receiving reports of a shooting. Authorities warned residents about a significant police presence in the area but did not immediately provide information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The Sheriff’s Office has remained tight-lipped about possible suspects or the motive behind the incident.
High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Arrest
A high-speed chase through Stafford County ended in a crash and foot pursuit on Monday morning.
At 11:39 a.m., deputies attempted a traffic stop on a wanted suspect in the 200 block of Garrisonville Road. The suspect fled eastbound at a high rate of speed, leading deputies on a pursuit. Officers used a PIT maneuver in an attempt to stop the vehicle, but the suspect jumped the median, causing a crash near Stafford Marketplace.
The suspect then fled on foot, but a Spotsylvania County sheriff’s detective tackled and detained him in the shopping center. Authorities confirmed that the suspect was already wanted in Stafford, Spotsylvania, and Fairfax counties for probation violations. No injuries were reported in the crash.
Assaults
Rappahannock Regional Jail, 1745 Richmond Highway (2/28, 9:37 p.m.) – An inmate knocked a coffee cup out of another’s hand, leading to a fight. The aggressor was taken to the hospital with minor injuries and charged with assault and battery.
Wendy’s, 145 Garrisonville Road (3/1, 1:32 p.m.) – A customer threw food at staff in a drive-thru altercation. The suspect was charged with assault and battery and released on personal recognizance.
Rappahannock Regional Jail (3/1, 12:14 p.m.) – Another inmate-on-inmate assault occurred after lunch. The victim was hospitalized with minor injuries. The aggressor was charged with assault and battery.
DUI Rollover Crash
A 40-year-old Stafford man had to be extricated from his vehicle after a severe rollover crash early Friday morning.
At 12:28 a.m. on February 28, deputies responded to Ferry Road and Braddock Drive for a single-vehicle accident. Witnesses reported that a Lexus had flipped over and landed in a ditch. Upon arrival, Deputy S.A. Fulford discovered the vehicle facing the wrong direction with a large debris field marking its path off the roadway.
Bystanders attempted to free the driver but were unsuccessful due to the extent of the damage. Fire and Rescue personnel had to cut off the passenger door to extract him safely. While assisting the driver, Deputy Fulford noted several signs of intoxication, and the driver admitted to drinking “a good amount” of alcohol. Among the crash debris, deputies recovered a bottle of vodka.
Investigators determined that the driver was not wearing a seatbelt and had an expired inspection sticker. The crash also caused approximately $1,000 in property damage. Due to his injuries, the driver was taken to a nearby hospital.
Aditya Sharma, 40, of Stafford, is charged with driving under the influence, reckless driving, failure to wear a seatbelt, and Expired inspection sticker.
DUI Arrests
Poplar Road & Orchard Lane (2/28, 2:22 a.m.) – A driver was found asleep in his truck in a turn lane. He displayed signs of intoxication and admitted to drinking “one or two” beers. Charged with DUI (second offense in five years), refusal, and stopping on a highway, he was held without bond.
I-95 Northbound, Mile Marker 143 (2/28, 11:34 p.m.) – A driver struck multiple EZ-Pass barriers and a guardrail before stopping. Witnesses said he was “all over the road” before the crash. The driver admitted to drinking half a bottle of bourbon and was charged with DUI and reckless driving, held on a $5,000 bond.
Mine Road (2/28, 11:54 p.m.) – A 16-year-old driver without a license was stopped for driving with no taillights. The deputy detected a strong marijuana odor. The juvenile was charged with DUI and driving without a license and was released to a guardian.
Morton Road (3/1, 1:07 p.m.) – A driver crashed into a mailbox and got stuck in a ditch before fleeing. A witness followed him, leading deputies to make an arrest. The driver had a previous DUI in December and showed clear signs of intoxication. Charged with DUI, refusal, and hit-and-run, he was held without bond.
Sheetz, 1175 Garrisonville Road (3/1, 8:34 p.m.) – A driver crashed through a fence and began driving in circles at another business. He admitted to drinking two Modelos and was charged with DUI (second offense, BAC above .2) and hit-and-run, held without bond.
Cambridge Street & Manning Drive (3/1, 11:37 p.m.) – A driver was pulled over for going 61 MPH in a 45 MPH zone. Initially denying alcohol consumption, she later admitted to bar-hopping before driving. She was charged with DUI and speeding, held on a $2,500 bond.
Larcenies
Weis, 282 Deacon Road (3/1, 4:44 p.m.) – A woman stole multiple meats and seasonings before being stopped by a deputy. She was issued a shoplifting summons.
Trek Bicycle, 2773 Richmond Highway (3/1, 5:01 p.m.) – A man acting erratically attempted to steal $1,000 worth of merchandise. He was found intoxicated and admitted to shoplifting. Charged with public intoxication and shoplifting, he was held pending a bond hearing.
Public Intoxication
Dunbar Drive (2/27, 10:52 p.m.) – Two unwelcome intoxicated guests were removed from a residence and arrested for public intoxication.
Arby’s, 164 Warrenton Road (2/28, 3:39 p.m.) – A man was found passed out in the bathroom with an open alcohol container in his hoodie. Charged with public intoxication.
Cartwell Drive (2/28, 8:47 p.m.) – A man called 911 claiming Osama Bin Laden was in the area. Deputies found him publicly intoxicated after drinking a bottle of vodka. Charged with public intoxication.
Wawa, 105 Garrisonville Road (2/28, 9:02 p.m.) – A verbal argument over customer service led to an arrest for public intoxication.
Prince William County
Strong-Arm Robbery
Lindsay Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Manassas (3/2, 11:37 a.m.) – A man punched an employee and stole a gray 2022 BMW M3. The suspect is described as a bald Black male with a muscular build, wearing dark clothing.
Arrests
Malicious Wounding & Arson (3/1, 9:39 p.m.) – A 29-year-old woman was assaulted and strangled with a shoelace before the suspect attempted to set fire to the home. Jose Adony AREVALO GARAY, 29, was charged with malicious wounding, strangulation, arson, and domestic assault & battery. Held without bond.
Assault on LEO (3/2, 10:55 p.m.) – A drunk driver resisted arrest, then kicked an officer at the Adult Detention Center. Carlos Mauricio DINARTE Jr., 27, was charged with assault on LEO, obstruction, DUI, and refusal. Held without bond.
Attempted Malicious Wounding & Assault on LEO (3/1, 9:53 p.m.) – A domestic dispute escalated when the suspect brandished a knife at a woman, then pushed an officer. Diego Manuel VEGA, 37, was charged with attempted malicious wounding, assault on LEO, and obstruction.
Assault on LEO (3/3, 12:58 a.m.) – During a domestic dispute, the suspect spat on multiple officers. Brianna Lee POUNDS, 18, was charged with three counts of assault on LEO and domestic assault. Held without bond.
