Author: Press Release

Stafford sheriff’s deputies were called to Cove Court following a report of gunshots and a child screaming. This was identified as another swatting attempt at the residence, as no disturbance was found upon investigation.

In another case, a woman was arrested for DUI after crashing her vehicle on the Chatham Bridge. She admitted to consuming whiskey and was charged with driving under the influence, with a blood alcohol content between .15 and .2.

A serious incident occurred on Tyson Drive, where a man struck a woman with his vehicle. Responding officers found the suspect at a nearby 7-Eleven, according to the sheriff’s office.

He was charged with assault and battery, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and driving a child without proper restraints. He is currently held at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a secured bond.

Three suspects broke into Tobaccoville on Lafayette Boulevard on September 21, stealing merchandise. The suspects were described as wearing all black with hoods up and ski masks.

Other notable incidents include vandalism of vehicles on Caroline and Charlotte Streets, and vehicle tampering on Saunders Drive. In these cases, vehicles were either keyed, had windows broken, or were rummaged through.