Potomac Local News

Prince William jury convicts Quintin Kyker, 30, of sex crimes against 13-year-old; recommends 596-year sentence

Published September 30, 2025 at 6:00PM

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth announces the successful prosecution of Quintin Kyker, 30, for the sexual abuse and exploitation of a 13-year-old in Prince William County from 2022 to 2023.

On September 25, 2025, a Prince William County jury convicted Kyker of three counts of carnal knowledge, one count of production of child pornography (first offense), one count of reproduction of child pornography, and 24 counts of the subsequent output of child pornography.

Manassas

New State Rules, Same Classroom Debate: Brescia Says 50% for Missing Work ‘Isn’t Worth the Tradeoff’

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 30, 2025 at 3:56PM

Brescia (right)

Manassas City School Board member Sara Brescia says giving 50% for missing work is an “unacceptable tradeoff,” arguing the division should shift detailed grading rules out of School Board policy and into a superintendent-set regulation to de-politicize decisions and focus on student engagement, attendance, and behavior.

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Quantico

‘No More Beards, No More Woke:’ Hegseth brings back the War Department at Quantico

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 30, 2025 at 3:35PM

Hegseth

QUANTICO, Va. – President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth appeared before more than 800 generals, admirals, and senior enlisted leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico on Tuesday, underscoring what they called a return to a “warrior ethos” in the armed forces.

The high-profile summit, which ran from 4 a.m. to noon, was accompanied by heavy security, including road closures, base checkpoints, and delays for commuters along U.S. Route 1. Prince William County Police urged drivers to plan alternative routes, and OmniRide warned riders of disruptions to microtransit and paratransit services in the Town of Quantico. The base operated under Code Blue, restricting access to essential personnel only.

Police Blotter

Multiple DUI Arrests in Fredericksburg Crime Report

By Press Release

Published September 30, 2025 at 2:03PM

In Fredericksburg, several individuals were arrested on charges of driving under the influence. Among them, a 38-year-old man from Fredericksburg was charged with a second DUI offense within five years. Additionally, a 40-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman, both from Fredericksburg, were arrested for first-time DUI offenses.

Other incidents included thefts reported on Emancipation Highway and Fall Hill Avenue, where a wallet, car keys, and a phone were stolen. A license plate was also reported stolen from Dunmore Street.

Manassas

UVA Health relaunches updated Mobile Mammography Coach

By Press Release

Published September 30, 2025 at 1:35PM

[Photo: Manassas City Government]

The vehicle has been newly outfitted with a state-of-the-art 3D imaging machine that produces clearer, more detailed scans. Unlike traditional two-dimensional mammography, the new system captures multiple images of the breast from different angles, then reconstructs them into a three-dimensional view. This allows technologists to examine tissue in thin slices, similar to turning the pages of a book.

The result is earlier detection of potential concerns, greater accuracy for women with dense breast tissue, fewer false positives, and fewer retakes.

Police Blotter

Man charged in attempted assault of police officer at hospital

By Press Release

Published September 30, 2025 at 1:00PM

A 31-year-old man from Woodbridge was charged after attempting to assault a law enforcement officer at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. The incident occurred on September 29 when officers responded to a report of an individual threatening staff at the hospital.

Upon arrival, the man attempted to charge at an officer and later tried to strike the officer while being detained. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident. The man was subsequently taken into custody and charged with attempted assault and battery on a law enforcement officer.

Prince William

Planning Commission Approves 239 New Units on Prince William Parkway

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 30, 2025 at 1:00PM

The King's Grove site along Prince William Parkway. [Courtesy of the Prince William County Planning Commission]

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Features

Eight Local Women’s Clubs Donate Clothing to Support Forensic Nurse Examiner Program at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

By Press Release

Published September 30, 2025 at 11:30AM

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Eight women’s clubs from across Northern Virginia have joined forces to make a generous donation of new clothing and handmade items to support patients served by the Forensic Nurse Examiner Program at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.

The donation, valued at $3,725, includes underwear, socks, sweatshirts, pants, hats, scarves, blankets, and more.

Police Blotter

Police Blotter: Swatting Incident Unfolds in Stafford County

By Press Release

Published September 30, 2025 at 11:16AM

Stafford sheriff’s deputies were called to Cove Court following a report of gunshots and a child screaming. This was identified as another swatting attempt at the residence, as no disturbance was found upon investigation.

In another case, a woman was arrested for DUI after crashing her vehicle on the Chatham Bridge. She admitted to consuming whiskey and was charged with driving under the influence, with a blood alcohol content between .15 and .2.