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12:40 p.m. Update: “Homicide Investigation – On June 23 at 9:42AM, officers responded to a residence located in the 1900 block of Fort Monroe Ct in Dumfries (22026) to investigate a shooting. When officers arrived on scene, two men were located with gunshot injuries. Officers provided first aid to both men who were transported to area hospitals by fire & rescue personnel.
“One of the men has since died from his injuries sustained during the altercation. The second man remains hospitalized, his condition is currently unknown. The suspect, who is believed to be known to members of the home, fled the residence after the shooting and has not been located.
9:15 a.m. Prince William police: “Attempted Murder of a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] | Officer-Involved Shooting *ARREST– The suspected driver involved in an officer-involved shooting stemming from a stolen vehicle from the 7-Eleven located at 14797 Darbydale Ave in Woodbridge (22193) on June 22, has been charged.
“Officers initially responded to the 7-Eleven at approximately 10:06PM after the caller reportedly exited the business to discover their 2012 Dodge Journey, which was left unsecured with keys inside, had been stolen from the parking lot. Responding officers broadcasted a BOLO (be on the lookout) for the vehicle.:
National Weather Service: “Temperatures will trend warmer through the weekend. The potential for showers and thunderstorms is highest this afternoon, with gradually lessening potential peaking each afternoon over the weekend.”
“Today: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Patchy fog before 1 pm. High near 79. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch possible.”
Fredericksburg Nationals: “The FredNats and Fireflies split a doubleheader on Thursday night, with the Nats winning game one 5-1, and Columbia taking game two 3-2 in eight innings.”
“The Fireflies got on the board first when the game resumed in the bottom of the third inning. Brennon McNair was on first base when the game was initially suspended, and he promptly stole second base. He advanced to third base on a fly ball to right field, then scored on an Omar Hernandez RBI single to give Columbia the early 1-0 edge.”
Prince William police: “Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On June 18 at 4:09PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 5600 block of Liberty Manor Cl. in [Dale City] to assist with a person in crisis. While attempting to take the individual into custody on an emergency custody order, he refused to follow officers’ commands and bit an officer.”
“During a brief struggle, the individual, identified as the accused, kicked an additional officer on more than one occasion before being taken into custody without further incident. The accused was transported to an area hospital for further evaluation. On June 21, following his release from the hospital, the accused, identified as Jaquan Christopher GANT, was arrested.”
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “Back in April, a resident came to the Stafford County Animal Shelter to drop off a pregnant, stray cat she had found on her property. Almost immediately, the cat delivered three underweight kittens. One of the kittens had an issue with his front leg, requiring surgery to remove the damaged appendage. A huge thank you to Loving Touch Animal Hospital for providing the operation at no cost.”
“The kitten was affectionately named Footloose and Animal Caretaker L.C. Hopkins provided around the clock care to ensure his survival. Footloose went from the Danger Zone to meowing “I’m Alright!” We are pawsitively elated to report Footloose was officially adopted by Animal Caretaker Hopkins this week. Footloose is feline good and seems eager to take on a role as the shelter mascot. He also has the purrfect purrsonality to serve as an advocate for animal welfare.”
Fredericksburg City Government: “A new historic highway marker honoring John Washington was unveiled Wednesday in front of the building where he used to live in downtown Fredericksburg.”
“The marker was unveiled in front of the building that now houses Foode and JON Properties at 900 Princess Anne Street. The unveiling followed a ceremony at the nearby Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall that drew approximately 125 people.”
Fredericksburg City Government: “Notice of Downtown Street Closures on 4th of July: The 600-900 blocks of Sophia Street, 100 block of Hanover Street, and 100 block of Charlotte Street will be closed for a special event on Tuesday, July 4th, beginning at 2:00 A.M. and reopening at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. There will be signs in place to indicate the restrictions, and vehicles will be towed at the owners’ expense early Tuesday morning that have not been removed from these streets.”
“4th of July Events: Fourth in Fredericksburg showcases all of the happenings on the 4th of July in the City of Fredericksburg. Daytime events begin at 7:30am with the Fallen Heroes 5 Miler Race, followed by the 9:30 am Children’s Roll N’ Stroll and the 10-4 pm Festival of the Streets and more! Evening events conclude with Fireworks over Virginia Credit Union Stadium and Pratt Park. Find details online: fredericksburgva.gov/fourthinfxbg”
