Manassas police: “Pedestrian Struck by Train — On August 18, 2023, at 10:54 p.m., Manassas City Police responded to the area of the train crossing on West Street. When officers arrived, they located a 25-year-old male on the train tracks. Rescue was summoned and declared the male deceased. The initial investigation located several witnesses that said that the male subject attempted to jump onto a moving train and fell under it. The investigation is active and ongoing.”
I-95 Southbound: Exit 148 (Quantico) Monday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 10 a.m. Single and double lane closures with intermittent full stops at mile markers 148–146 as construction continues for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension.
I-95 Northbound: Exit 110 (Ladysmith) Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Alternating lane closures for paving work at mile markers 111–112, near the Ladysmith interchange.
The visual exhibit will be featured at the Manassas Regional Airport from Aug. 22-27: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“The free RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit features a fully functional mobile theater that shows two original short films telling the story of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP, and the obstacles they both overcame to be able to serve their country during WWII.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “A warm start to the week today, with highs getting at or above normal for this time of year. Most areas should remain dry today, with an isolated shower possible later tonight, mainly across the Allegheny Highlands and northeast MD.”
“Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. North wind around 6 mph.”
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “CRIMINAL ACTIVITY: Car Legends, 3860 Richmond Highway, 8/13, 5:03 p.m. Stolen Sedan Spotted. Deputy J.L. Jones was traveling on Richmond Highway when he located a stolen vehicle. The vehicle was reported stolen out of Prince William County earlier in the day. Deputy Jones conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, who as it turns out, had a suspended driver’s license. He was detained as an officer from Prince William County responded to their location with warrants in hand for the driver. Custody of the driver was transferred to the Prince William officer, and the driver was issued a summons for driving without a driver’s license.”
“DUI: 7-Eleven, 25 Solomon Drive, 8/13, 10:26 p.m. Drunk Driver Detained. Sergeant B.U. Demirci was traveling on Warrenton Road when he observed a vehicle make an improper lane change. Sergeant Demirci conducted a traffic stop, and made contact with the driver who had bloodshot eyes and the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his breath. Deputy C.J. Sacke responded to assist and observed the exact signs of intoxication. After conducting field sobriety tests, the driver was placed into handcuffs. He was charged with driving under the influence with a blood alcohol content between .15 and .2. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Sun and a few clouds with seasonable conditions today. Seasonable conditions will continue for the rest of the week.”
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “ASSAULT: Chatham Heights Road, 8/12, 11:00 a.m. Sticks and stones may attempt to break bones. Deputy J.A. Buzzard responded to an assault. The victim advised a verbal argument escalated when the suspect grabbed a nearby stick. The suspect began swinging the stick towards the victim in a more aggressive manner than just a simple swish and flick. A warrant for simple assault was obtained.”
“DRUGS: Walmart, 11 Village Parkway, 8/11, 9:29 p.m. Deputy C.M. Sterne responded to a different kind of lost and found. The reporting party advised he located what he believed to be narcotics on the ground. Deputy Sterne collected the disregarded drugs and placed it into evidence.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “A cold front will push through today, bringing another round of afternoon thunderstorms, a few of which may be strong to severe.”
“Today: Scattered showers between 11 am and 2 pm, then scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Southwest wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.”
Churchill Downs Inc.: “Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced today a formal court order has been issued placing a pari-mutuel referendum on the Manassas Park ballot on November 7. The order follows a successful petition drive to gain signatures of at least 5% of the registered voters in the city asking that the matter be placed on this fall’s ballot.”
“Speaking about the strong local support for the petition effort and the upcoming election, CDI Chief Executive Officer Bill Carstanjen stated, “Churchill Downs is excited to have this opportunity to bring our iconic brand and this new entertainment opportunity to Manassas Park.”
