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Third Victim Identified in Fatal Spotsylvania Shooting; Five Suspects Charged

Published April 14, 2025 at 2:00PM

The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office said the shooting stemmed from an attempted illegal gun sale and robbery.

Four suspects—two 16-year-olds, one 17-year-old, and 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson of Caroline County—have been charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and unlawful assembly. One of the 16-year-old suspects, who had been hospitalized with a gunshot wound, has since been released and is now being held at the Rappahannock Regional Juvenile Detention Center.

EXCLUSIVE: Riverside Center Offers Free Tickets to First Responders, Teachers Following Traumatic Week in Spotsylvania

By Potomac Local News

Published April 10, 2025 at 1:20PM

After a week marked by tragedy and intense emergency response, Riverside Center for the Performing Arts offers a night of respite to those serving on the front lines. The center is giving away 200 free tickets to local first responders and teachers for Friday night’s performance of Jesus Christ Superstar on April 11, 2025.

The offer is open to area educators, fire and rescue personnel, law enforcement officers, and other first responders. All seats are first come, first served, and must be claimed in person at the Riverside Center box office. Valid credentials are required.

BREAKING: Small Plane Crashes in Spotsylvania County, Two Occupants Injured

By Potomac Local News

Published April 9, 2025 at 4:07PM | Updated April 10, 2025 at 1:01PM

A small plane crashed Wednesday afternoon in a residential area of Spotsylvania County, marking the third major emergency response in the region this week.

Virginia State Police say the crash occurred around 3:08 p.m. in the 11000 block of Scarlett Oak Road, in the Chancellor area of the county, about six miles west of the Spotsylvania Towne Centre mall.

BREAKING: Three Dead, Four Charged in Spotsylvania Shooting Tied to Illegal Gun Sale

By Potomac Local News

Published April 9, 2025 at 9:14AM

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Three young men are dead, and four others — including three juveniles — now face charges following a violent shooting tied to an illegal gun sale and robbery in Spotsylvania County.

The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced today that investigators have charged four individuals with Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Unlawful Assembly. The suspects include two 16-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson, whose photo was released by the Sheriff’s Office. One of the 16-year-olds is currently being treated at a local hospital for a gunshot wound and will be taken into custody upon discharge.

BREAKING: Fredericksburg Schools on Two-Hour Delay Following Deadly Mass Shooting in Spotsylvania

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 8, 2025 at 10:51PM

Fredericksburg City Public Schools will open two hours late on Wednesday, April 9, in response to a mass shooting that left three people dead and three others hospitalized Tuesday evening in neighboring Spotsylvania County.

School officials announced the delayed opening late Tuesday, citing the “profound impact this incident has had on members of our school community.”

Crews Respond to Major Gas Leak Outside Manassas at QTS Data Center

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 8, 2025 at 9:25PM

Emergency crews remained on scene late into the evening Monday after a major gas leak was reported at the QTS data center just outside the City of Manassas.

Prince William County Fire and Rescue was dispatched to 9540 Godwin Drive at 2:10 p.m. for reports of a gas leak. As of 9 p.m., units were still actively working the scene.

BREAKING: Three Dead, Three Injured in Spotsylvania Shooting

By Potomac Local News

Published April 8, 2025 at 7:16PM

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At 5:30 p.m., the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Olde Greenwich Circle, just off Layfaette Boulevard. Upon arrival, deputies discovered multiple individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.

Three victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while three others were transported to nearby hospitals with unknown conditions. The identities and ages of the victims have not yet been released.

BREAKING: Gun Discharges in 3rd Grade Classroom at Lee Hill Elementary School; No Injuries Reported

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 7, 2025 at 1:55PM

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Authorities say the incident happened around 10:50 a.m. when a handgun went off while inside a student’s backpack. Early interviews indicate the student did not intend to harm anyone, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

The classroom teacher immediately evacuated all 26 students and alerted the School Resource Officer stationed at the school. Thankfully, no students or staff were injured during the incident.

BREAKING: FredNats Championship Celebration Moved to Virginia Credit Union Stadium

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 7, 2025 at 8:37AM

Due to wet weather conditions across the region, the Championship Celebration and Ring Ceremony honoring the 2024 Carolina League Champion Fredericksburg Nationals has been relocated from Riverfront Park to Virginia Credit Union Stadium.

The event will take place Monday, April 7 at noon on the Total Property Services Club Level inside the stadium.

Sprinkler System Prevents Major Damage in Woodbridge Townhouse Fire

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 28, 2025 at 10:30AM

A fire that broke out Wednesday afternoon in a Woodbridge townhouse could have turned into a devastating incident—but thanks to a working sprinkler system, it was largely brought under control before it could spread.

At around 4 p.m. on March 26, 2025, fire and rescue crews were dispatched to the 14700 block of Mason Creek Circle, near Potomac Library on Opitz Boulevard, for reports of a townhouse fire. When units arrived, they found a fire at the rear of a set of double-stacked townhomes, with flames stretching from the ground level up to the attic.