Author: Aya Karouane

I'm a high school junior at Mountain View High. A Stafford local, I love to learn more about our area!

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Man, 43, of Woodbridge Identified as Homicide Victim

By Aya Karouane

On October 30, multiple suspects were arrested in connection with the murder of a 43-year-old man identified as Jason Thomas Blake, who was found deceased in a vehicle on October 27. The investigation revealed that the victim had been shot after an altercation during a drug-related meeting, and the suspects were involved in his abduction and murder.

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CAPTURED: Second Suspect In Dale City Murder-for-Hire Case

By Aya Karouane

On October 29, a suspect was arrested in connection with a murder that occurred on February 2 in Dale City, following a previous arrest of another individual on October 15.

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Suspect Wanted for Carjacking Near Dale City

By Aya Karouane

On October 31, officers responded to a robbery investigation near Manassas involving a victim who arranged to sell his vehicle through Facebook Marketplace. The suspect brandished a firearm, demanded the victim’s phone, and drove off with the vehicle, but later returned it before fleeing on foot; all property was recovered.

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Man Stabbed at Shopping Center Near Manassas

By Aya Karouane

On October 29, a stabbing was reported on Stream Walk Lane. A 41-year-old man was cut multiple times during a verbal argument with a 28-year-old suspect, who is now wanted for aggravated malicious wounding. The victim was treated for serious injuries, and efforts to find the suspect have not been successful.

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Stafford County Government Offices Closed November 5 for Election Day

By Aya Karouane

On November 5, 2024, all Stafford offices and courts will be closed for Election Day. However, the R-Board/Regional Landfills will be open, and emergency services along with outdoor parks will still operate as usual.

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Street Closure to Affect Fredericksburg Voters on Election Day

By Aya Karouane

Beginning Monday, October 21, Cowan Boulevard will be closed to all traffic in both directions between Hospital Drive and Snowden Hills Boulevard.

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Suspect Charged in Woodbridge Domestic Violence Case

By Aya Karouane

On October 24, a man was charged in connection to a domestic dispute at the Stone Pointe Apartments that occurred on October 23, where the individual allegedly strangled and struck a 23-year-old woman. The suspect faces charges of strangulation and domestic assault, with a court date pending.

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Several Prince William County Schools Honored as Virginia Purple Star Schools

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The Virginia Department of Education has recognized 13 Prince William County Public Schools as 2024 Virginia Purple Star schools. This designation is awarded to schools that support military-connected students and families, with schools required to renew their status every three years.

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2 Armed Robberies Around Woodbridge Area

By Aya Karouane

October 27, officers responded to a robbery on Prince William Pkwy involving three male victims who were robbed by multiple suspects brandishing firearms. On October 26, another robbery occurred in Woodbridge where a man with a long gun demanded property from two victims in their vehicle.

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UVA Health/Germanna Community College Program Receives $75K Boost

By Aya Karouane
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The Claude Moore Charitable Foundation has granted $75,000 to UVA Health to support the development of healthcare workers in the Culpeper Region through a new program. This initiative aims to create connections among local education and healthcare stakeholders, expose students to healthcare careers, and prepare educators for healthcare-related teaching.

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