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Author: Uriah Kiser
The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Service and New York State Police, has captured Alyssa Jane Venable after a high-speed pursuit in New York. Venable is suspected of killing three adults in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, and is awaiting extradition.
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Deputies were called to the home on June 4, 2024, at 10 p.m. for a welfare check. Upon arrival, they discovered the bodies of the three adults, all of whom had sustained fatal upper body trauma. The subsequent investigation revealed that Venable, a roommate of the victims, was responsible for the murders, police said. She is currently wanted for three counts of 2nd Degree Murder and use of a firearm during the commission of a felony, they add.
Major Elizabeth Scott of the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the investigation is still in its early stages, with detectives actively pursuing leads on Venable’s whereabouts. Authorities are withholding certain details to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation.
On June 5, Eric Yovany Melara, the final suspect in a February 12 assault in Haymarket, was arrested, joining two others previously apprehended. The altercation at a Sudley Road residence escalated, resulting in a 31-year-old woman being physically assaulted and a 25-year-old man threatened with a knife and firearm.
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In a recent poll, the community expressed mixed opinions on the proposed purchase. A total of 138 residents participated in the survey.
The results showed that 43 respondents, or 31.16%, support the purchase and believe it will positively impact local economic development. They see potential benefits in the city’s involvement with the shopping center.
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The concert series will feature live music, food trucks, beer and wine for purchase, and face painting for kids. Admission and parking are free. Attendees can bring chairs or picnic blankets. Pets are not allowed, except for service dogs.
The schedule for the concert series is as follows:
Fredericksburg’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Events invites residents to celebrate the Longest Day of Play on June 20, offering various free or discounted recreational activities. Organized by the Virginia Recreation & Park Society, this event promotes the importance of play for all ages and abilities, featuring activities such as free fishing, sunrise yoga, and a cookout.
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A woman from Philadelphia attempted to evade police by driving recklessly and pulling over at a house that wasn’t hers, police said. She was detained after pulling out a knife, leading to charges of eluding police, obstruction of justice, and a traffic lane violation, police said.
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A 17-year-old male from Triangle has been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred on June 3 in Triangle, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old and injuries to three others. The incident, believed to have stemmed from an ongoing dispute, continues to be investigated by detectives.
From Prince William police: