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Police Blotter

Crash on Courthouse Road Claims One Life—Investigation Ongoing

By Uriah Kiser
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The folks at the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office just told Potomac Local News that the crash happened around 5:40 p.m. on September 14, in the 6800 block of Courthouse Road. Deputies say a 2022 Tesla X crossed the double yellow line and slammed into a 2024 Hyundai Tucson.

The driver of the Hyundai, 76-year-old Donna Pinnell of Goochland, died at the scene. Her family has been notified.

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Police Blotter

Shooting, Weapon in School, Assault at Oktoberfest, Robberies, DUIs, and More

By Uriah Kiser
[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]

Also in Manassas, a 17-year-old boy was hurt during a strong-arm robbery after arranging to sell clothing through Facebook Marketplace. Police say two young men, described as Black males in their late teens or early 20s, grabbed the item and fled in a vehicle. In a separate case, a 13-year-old student at Parkside Middle School was charged after being found with a knife on campus. Officers said there were no threats made and the knife was not displayed.

In Stafford County, deputies responded to an assault at the 6 Bears & A Goat Oktoberfest after an intoxicated man allegedly attacked a staff member who tried to de-escalate a confrontation. He was jailed on multiple charges. At a Wingstop on Stafford Market Place, a disorderly customer was arrested on stalking and disorderly conduct charges after making repeated unwanted advances toward an employee.

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Prince William

New Playground Opens in Dumfries Thanks to Amazon and Local Volunteers

By Uriah Kiser
(Submitted photo)

DUMFRIES, Va. – The folks at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington just told Potomac Local News they’ve teamed up with Amazon and KABOOM! to open a brand-new playspace and sport court at the General Heiser Boys & Girls Club—and it’s already making a big splash in the community.

More than 100 volunteers pitched in last Friday, September 12, to build the playground, which will serve about 500 local kids each year. What’s extra special? Ideas from local children shaped the design.

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Schools

Prince William School Board Approves Code of Behavior Updates

By Uriah Kiser

The Prince William County School Board voted unanimously on September 3, 2025, to approve revisions to the division’s 2025–26 Code of Behavior, adding detail and correcting technical issues that surfaced after the policy was first adopted this spring.

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Traffic

Region Moves to Expand Paratransit Options for Riders with Disabilities

By Uriah Kiser
A Fredericksburg Regional Transit bus serves a bus stop at the Stafford County Courthouse. [Photo: Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

The Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) is set to approve nearly a quarter-million dollars to expand paratransit service for residents who rely on accessible transportation.

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Neighborhood Notes

Neighborhood Notes: Day of Play, First Tee Golf Tournament, ‘Little Shop’ to Hit Stage

By Uriah Kiser

Fall fun is in full swing across the region with family-friendly highlights like the Day of Play at FredNats Ballpark, the First Tee of Prince William County Benefit Golf Tournament, and the opening of Little Shop of Horrors at the Hylton Performing Arts Center.

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Manassas

Hundreds Gather in Manassas to Remember Charlie Kirk

By Uriah Kiser

The vigil began at 7:30 p.m. at the LOVE sign in downtown Manassas and lasted about 20 minutes. City resident Bill Billard, who initiated the gathering, stood before the crowd and urged people to pray and remember Kirk for bringing people together.

Billard said he was surprised by the turnout in Northern Virginia. “Charlie spoke the truth that made people mad, and he paid … the sacrifice of Christ for him,” he told attendees, drawing a parallel between Kirk’s death and the suffering of Jesus. He encouraged people to “carry on the fight” and not be afraid to speak out.

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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Police Chief to Retire as City Records Region’s Highest Crime Rate

By Uriah Kiser

Police Chief Brian Layton will retire after more than three decades with the Fredericksburg Police Department, the city announced Friday.

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Police Blotter

Shooting in Woodbridge Leaves One Dead, Another Injured—Police Say It Wasn’t Random

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo: Alan Gloss]

The folks at Prince William County Police just told Potomac Local News that a 35-year-old man—now identified as David Kapay Kallo of Fredericksburg—was found shot and killed around 7 p.m. near the 13700 block of Telegraph Road. A second man, 27, ran from the scene and was found at a nearby restaurant with non-life-threatening injuries.

Detectives say Kallo had been arguing with two unidentified men shortly before the gunfire erupted. Officers are now asking anyone who may have seen or heard anything to step forward.

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Watch for These Road Work Zones in Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Spotsylvania This Week

By Uriah Kiser

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The folks at VDOT just sent Potomac Local News their weekly heads-up on where road crews will be working across our area—and if you’re driving in Fredericksburg, Stafford, or Spotsylvania this week, here’s what you need to know.

On I-95, expect overnight lane closures southbound between Courthouse Road (Exit 140) and Centreport Parkway (Exit 136), and northbound between Ladysmith (Exit 110) and Spotsylvania (Exit 126). Crews will be doing milling, paving, and rumble strip installation.

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