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ICE confirms attack on Quantico; Ignores questions on terrorist threat

Published May 16, 2024 at 8:57PM

An anonymous tipster sent Vince Compaglianese a photograph of the box truck stopped at the gates of Maine Corps Base Quantico. (Source: https://twitter.com/vincecoglianese?lang=en)

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released a statement on May 16 confirming that two Jordanian nationals were turned over to ICE custody. However, ICE did not respond to the request to confirm whether one or both men were on the Terrorism Watch list or address the contents of the box truck.

Captain James Covington, ICE spokesman, confirmed: “On May 3, 2024, Marine Corps Base Quantico’s Criminal Investigations Division arrested two Jordanian noncitizens for trespassing. Marine Corps Base authorities notified the ICE Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Washington, D.C., of the apprehensions. Deportation officers from ERO Washington, D.C.’s Criminal Apprehension Program responded and arrested both individuals without incident. Both individuals will remain in ERO custody pending removal proceedings.”

Exclusive: Driver’s Attempt at Breaching Quantico Gate Echoes Deadly Incidents at White House, U.S. Military Bases

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published May 10, 2024 at 4:46PM | Updated August 4, 2024 at 8:39AM

The Iwo Jima statue outside the Fuller Gate at Quantico Marine Corps Base

Two people inside a box truck tried to force their way onto Quantico Marine Corps Base.

After being pressed by Potomac Local News, base officials today said that in the early morning hours of Friday, May 3, 2024, the two men drove a truck up to the base’s main gate on Fuller Road, just outside Dumfries, told guards that they were contractors for Amazon and were making a delivery to Quantico Town’s post office. The town is located inside the military base.

Exclusive: Dumfries Busts Gala Budget by 135%, Sells 12 Tickets

By Alan Gloss

Published May 9, 2024 at 2:45PM

By Alan Gloss and Sarah Romero

Dumfries is celebrating its 275th anniversary this weekend, amid budgetary woes as it prepares for a three-day extravaganza to mark the occasion. Originally, the town council approved a $100,000 budget for the celebration, but it was revealed Tuesday that planners had overspent by $28,000.

Dean Elementary School in Shelter-in-Place Mode, Police Provide Limited Information

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 2:15PM | Updated May 9, 2024 at 2:49PM

Dean Park Lane in Manassas has been cordoned off due to a significant police presence, leaving residents and parents concerned about the safety of Dean Elementary School students. Authorities have enacted a “shelter-in-place” protocol at the school as a precautionary measure, but details regarding the cause remain scarce.

Concerns escalated when the nearby Martin K. Alloy Boys and Girls Club announced it would also be on lockdown surrounding the situation.

Antisemitic symbols found at schools prompt investigation, outcry

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 24, 2024 at 1:00PM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:23PM

Benton Middle School near Dale City [Photo: Benton Middle School PTO Facebook page]

So far, no officials have shown the images. Benton Middle School’s principal Jerri Piacesi posted this message to social media:

We are writing to inform you that graffiti including antisemitic symbols were found on school grounds at both Benton Middle School and Coles Elementary School. We have no reason to believe our schools or students are in any danger. However, we are committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment.

Biden to speak at Prince William Forest Park

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 22, 2024 at 11:29AM

A portion of the 13,000-acre recreational area near Quantico Marine Corps Base is closed to visitors to accommodate them.

The closure and restrictions imposed on the park are in response to a request from the United States Secret Service to ensure a secure staging area and perimeter with adequate standoff distance to safeguard the President during his visit, federal documents state. These temporary measures are also aimed at enabling the Secret Service to conduct security sweeps of the area, secure the landing zone for the President’s arrival, and ensure public safety.

Brush fire causes 4-mile backup on I-95 at Quantico

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 15, 2024 at 11:30AM

Fire and rescue crews are on the scene of a brush fire on Interstate 95 near Quantico.

As you can see from the photos above, taken from VDOT cameras, smoke is billowing from the forested areas on the southbound side of the highway, near milepost 148, Quantico Marine Corps Base’s back gate.

Single-engine Cessna overturns in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 14, 2024 at 10:00PM

Onboard was the pilot and one passenger. Neither one was injured.

The FAA and NTSB have been notified. The investigation remains ongoing.

Double homicide shakes Prince William County: Two women found dead, suspect arrested in Shenandoah County

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 2, 2024 at 9:44AM

Two women were found dead in an apartment near Manassas.

The incident occurred on Porters Ridge Lane, in the Portsmouth neighborhood, behind Global Food, near Manassas.

Sinkhole forms on Route 610; Traffic delays expected

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 1, 2024 at 8:58AM | Updated April 1, 2024 at 9:20AM

A sinkhole formed on Route 610 Road in North Stafford.

VDOT crews are on the scene to repair the hole in the center of the westbound portion of the street at Novak Drive. Garrisonville is reduced to a single westbound and eastbound lane near Novak Drive to allow crews to investigate the cause of the sinkhole and make repairs.