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At 9:28 p.m. on May 29, Stafford County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a crash in the 600 block of Kellogg Mill Road. The accident involved a 2011 Toyota Camry, which had veered off the road for reasons still under investigation.
Da’John Lancaster, a wanted man, was taken into custody after a manhunt in North Stafford and charged with multiple offenses, including attempted aggravated murder and malicious wounding. Lancaster, already wanted for felony intimidation and a weapons offense, was apprehended on May 30 following a high-risk traffic stop.
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New speed cameras installed near some Prince William County schools are catching hundreds of speeders, raising a debate on their effectiveness and necessity. We want to hear your thoughts on this issue. Do you think these cameras are a good idea to enhance safety for students and pedestrians, or do you believe there might be better solutions? Share your opinion in our poll below!
The 30th Annual Manassas Railway Festival will take place on June 1, 2024. It will offer a day filled with train-themed activities, historical exhibits, and family-friendly fun. Hosted by Historic Manassas, Inc., the festival will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. downtown Manassas, providing a unique opportunity to celebrate the town’s rich railroad history.
This year’s festival promises a variety of attractions for all ages. Train enthusiasts can look forward to a display of working model trains, historic railroad memorabilia, and educational exhibits that highlight the importance of the railway to Manassas’ development. The event will also feature train rides, allowing visitors to experience the joy of rail travel firsthand.
When asked, Prince William County Schools did not say whether or not the school division’s new $10 million Evolv metal detecting scanner system detected the weapon when the student brought it inside the school.
From Prince William police:
The expo invites both current vendors and prospective vendors interested in business opportunities with the county. Attendees will have the chance to engage directly with various county departments and local resources in an expo-style format. This event aims to facilitate discussions about the departments’ missions, the typical goods and services procured, and the planned contractual expenditures for the next fiscal year.
Additionally, the expo will feature one-on-one matchmaking sessions, where vendors can meet with department representatives to discuss specific needs and the qualities sought in a contracting partner. Pre-registration is required for these sessions.
A Lorton man faces charges after police said he was found in a parked car with a 16-year-old girl boy at Fairmont Park, a small community park with four ballfields and a parking lot, near Manassas.
From Prince William police:
The National Grocers Association (NGA) presented the Spirit of America Award to Carlos Castro, owner of the Hispanic supermarket chain Todos Supermarkets based in Woodbridge, Virginia.
On May 28, detectives concluded the investigation into the May 22 bomb threat at Manassas Mall, identifying the culprit as a 12-year-old girl and determining the threat was not credible. The case will be handled through the juvenile diversion process after consultation with Juvenile Court Services.
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