A Lorton man is in custody after a woman escaped from a Dumfries motel and told police she was abducted and strangled.

Strangulation | Abduction *ARREST – On February 9, the suspect sought in connection to the assault that was reported to have occurred at the Motel 6 located at 17133 Dumfries Rd. in Dumfries (22026) on February 1, was arrested. The suspect, Jeremy Dewayne NICKENS, was located and taken into custody by members of the Fairfax County Police Department.


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Shooting Investigation – On February 8 at 1:26PM, officers responded to the area of Woodfern Ct. and Chablis Cl. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a shots fired call. Upon arrival, officers located a 25-year- old man suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers rendered aid to the man until rescue personnel arrived. The man was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The victim was not initially cooperative with officers in the investigation. Officers continue to seek assistance from any witness to the incident. The investigation continues.

Residential Burglary – On February 8 at 11:14PM, officers responded to the Rolling Brook Apartments located in the 12700 block of Ripple Creek Ct. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a burglary. A resident of an apartment reported to police that the burglary occurred sometime between 1:00PM and 10:00PM. The investigation revealed that entry was made into the apartment through the rear door which was found damaged. A purse and an undisclosed amount of money were reported missing.