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A 60-year-old Dumfries man has died after he was struck by a car late last month.

Felony Hit and Run [Previously Released] – On September 30 at 12:17AM, officers responded to the 4300 block of Inn St. in Triangle (22172) to investigate an unconscious man in the roadway. The investigation revealed that the victim, a 60-year-old man, was walking in a dimly lit area of the roadway, when he was struck by a maroon-colored vehicle. The victim came to rest in the eastbound lane of travel where he was located by another motorist who contacted the police. The striking vehicle did not stop at the scene and continued driving. The victim was flown to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. No further information on the driver or striking vehicle is available at this time. The investigation continues.


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A total of 74 new “two over two” homes are being built at Potomac Town Center.

Lennar Homes, the builder, says the new homes should be ready for occupancy in February 2022. The new homes are being built across from the OneLife Fitness gym and are the second set of condominiums to be built at the town center.


Neighborhood Notes

Candidates in 13th, 50th House races to debate tonight

Four candidates vying for House of Delegates seats in Prince William County will debate tonight on Zoom. The Prince William Committee of 100 will host candidates in in the 13th District (Democrat incumbent Danica Roem and Republican challenger Christopher Stone) and 50th District (Democrat Michelle Maldonado and Republican Dr. Steve Pleickhardt). [Prince William Committee of 100]


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Bullets fly in Woodbridge

From Prince William police: On October 12 at 8:29PM, officers responded to the 1400 block of Cottonwood Ct. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed that two groups of individuals were near the above area when gunfire was exchanged. Some of the individuals from one of the groups ran to a nearby residence and contacted the police, while other individuals fled in a light-colored vehicle prior to police arriving in the area. No injuries were reported. While canvassing officers located two unoccupied vehicles that sustained damage consistent with being struck by projectiles. This incident does not appear random. The investigation continues.


Neighborhood Notes

First-time candidate Sandy Cole challenging Incumbent Meg Bohmke in Stafford’s Falmouth supervisors race

Stafford County Supervisor Meg Bohmke, who has represented the Falmouth District for nearly eight years, faces political newcomer Sandy Cole in the Nov. 2 election. [Fredericksburg.com]


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Those who are behind on their water bills are encouraged to get on a payment plan.

The Prince William County Service Authority says it’s willing to set up payment plans for more than 4,100 customers who are behind on their bills, or about four percent of the utilities’ customers. The payment plans are being offered from hose who 60 days or more behind on their accounts, and have not resounded to calls or messages about their overdue accounts.


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Walmart theft leads to 3 arrests

From the Stafford sheriff’s office: [Monday, Oct. 11] at 10:46 a.m., Deputy A.W. Sypolt responded to the Walmart at 11 Village Parkway for a report of a theft. The loss prevention employee reported the female suspect got into a Ford Taurus and the male suspect left on foot.


Neighborhood Notes

Major delays tonight and tomorrow to open second southbound bridge over Rappahannock River

Travelers can expect major delays on Interstate 95 southbound to allow the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to open the second I-95 southbound bridge over the Rappahannock River in the Fredericksburg area. [VDOT]


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Prince William County has a new chief at its office of elections. He’ll take over after the November 2 General Election.

From the county government: The Prince William County Electoral Board is excited to announce the hiring of Eric Olsen as the new Director of Elections (General Registrar) for Prince William County. The announcement comes following an extensive search and competitive hiring process. Mr. Olsen will start on November 8, 2021.


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