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Child Pornography Arrest and School Robbery Attempt in Woodbridge

Published October 30, 2025 at 4:20PM

Prince William County detectives, as part of the FBI Child Exploitation & Human Trafficking Task Force, executed a search warrant at a home on Chelmer Ct in Woodbridge. A 28-year-old resident was arrested and charged with six counts of possession of child pornography. The investigation led to the seizure of additional evidence, and the suspect is being held without bond.

In a separate incident, a 16-year-old student at Hylton High School reported an attempted robbery on October 27. The student was confronted by two peers in a restroom, one of whom brandished a knife and demanded money. The victim managed to escape unharmed when others entered the restroom. The suspects, a juvenile and an 18-year-old from Woodbridge, were charged with abduction and attempted robbery.

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Man arrested for impersonating a police officer

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Published October 30, 2025 at 4:15PM

A man was arrested on Hurkemp and Brooke roads for impersonating a police officer, police said.

The suspect, a 33-year-old male from Lake Charles, Louisiana, was found walking in the middle of the road, yelling and screaming. When approached by Deputy S. C. Steinway, he initially claimed to have a Secret Service identification card.

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Stafford drug dealer sentenced to 40 years

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Published October 30, 2025 at 12:40PM

A Fredericksburg man, 45, was sentenced to 40 years in prison in Stafford Circuit Court. The sentence includes a mandatory minimum of six years to serve, with 20 years suspended. The charges stemmed from an investigation into the overdose death of a Stafford County resident.

The investigation revealed that the man had distributed narcotics to the victim shortly before the fatal overdose. During a traffic stop, the Stafford County SWAT team recovered approximately 90 Fentanyl pills and a quantity of Xylazine from the suspect.

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Swatting Incident Unfolds in Stafford County

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Published October 29, 2025 at 1:40PM

Deputies in Stafford County were called to a residence on Goose Pond Road following a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found no emergency, identifying the call as a swatting incident. This dangerous prank involves falsely reporting a serious crime to provoke a large police response.

Earlier that day, a resident on Chadwick Drive fell victim to a fraud scheme. The individual was scammed by someone posing as a Dish Network representative, resulting in a significant financial loss.

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DUI Arrest After Vehicle Accident on Richmond Highway

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Published October 28, 2025 at 12:56PM

A Stafford man was arrested following a DUI incident on the 2600 block of Richmond Highway. Deputies responded to a vehicle accident and found a visibly intoxicated individual who provided false identification. The suspect attempted to flee on foot, leading to a brief pursuit and struggle before being taken into custody. He refused sobriety testing, and a search revealed discarded beer cans nearby.

In a separate incident, a Charlottesville man was arrested for assault and battery at the Red Roof Inn on Warrenton Road. The altercation stemmed from a vehicle repossession dispute, and the vehicle owner was identified as the primary aggressor.

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Robbery at 7-Eleven Leads to Arrest in Stafford

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Published October 28, 2025 at 12:55PM

A robbery at a 7-Eleven on Deacon Road in Stafford led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man. The suspect initially entered the store to purchase a drink but later attempted to steal cigars. After being confronted by a clerk, he assaulted her and left with the drink. Deputies quickly apprehended him outside the store, charging him with robbery.

In another incident, a DUI arrest was made at the intersection of Courthouse Road and Richmond Highway. A 22-year-old driver was found slumped over the wheel with an open bottle of tequila in the vehicle. After failing sobriety tests, he was charged with driving under the influence and other related offenses.

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Cryptocurrency scam leads to $260,000 loss

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Published October 24, 2025 at 6:48AM

A Stafford County resident reported losing $260,000 in a cryptocurrency scam conducted through WhatsApp. The fraudulent scheme involved a supposed data mining company that initially provided successful returns but later demanded more funds and issued threats. The victim made multiple wire transfers before realizing the scam.

In another incident, a resident’s identity was compromised after applying for a job through a fake website. The victim provided personal and banking information as part of a bogus onboarding process.

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Sexual assault and robbery at Woodbridge commuter lot

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Published October 24, 2025 at 6:47AM

A 21-year-old woman was sexually assaulted and robbed at a commuter lot on Telegraph Rd in Woodbridge. The incident occurred early on October 21, when the victim arranged to meet a man who later drove her to the lot. There, he brandished a weapon, assaulted her, and stole her phone, transferring money to his account. The suspect then drove her to Stafford County, where local deputies were notified.

In a separate incident, police arrested an 18-year-old male from Woodbridge in connection with an armed robbery at an Exxon station on Seeton Sq. This arrest follows the apprehension of another suspect involved in the same robbery.

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Teen robbed at gunpoint in Woodbridge

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Published October 24, 2025 at 6:45AM

A 14-year-old boy was robbed at gunpoint while playing basketball in Woodbridge. The incident occurred on October 21 at 3:40 PM in the 14900 block of Enterprise Ln. The victim and a friend were approached by two males, who took the victim’s backpack. When the victim tried to retrieve it, one suspect displayed a firearm. Both suspects fled the scene. No injuries were reported.

Later that evening, at 11:18 PM, shots were fired at the Red Roof Inn on Automotive Dr in Manassas. A confrontation occurred between a man and someone in a silver sedan. All parties left before police arrived, and no injuries or property damage were reported. Shell casings were found at the scene.

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Fraud and Multiple Larcenies Reported in Stafford County

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Published October 24, 2025 at 6:43AM

In Stafford County, a fraud incident was reported on Regiment Lane where an unauthorized Verizon account was opened in the victim’s name. Deputy C. M. Hidalgo is investigating the case.

Several larcenies occurred on October 21. At Wawa on Eustace Road, four individuals stole numerous items. Later, at CVS on McWhirt Loop, two people took a large quantity of cosmetics. Additionally, at Jiffy Lube on Warrenton Road, a customer left without paying for an oil change.