Prince William County police shot and killed a pit bull that charged at officers in Manassas. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office reported a DUI on I-95, a vandalism and two fraud cases. A missing and endangered adult previously reported by Prince William County police has been located and is safe.
On October 21, officers responded to a residence located in the 8500 block of Brickshire Ln in Manassas (20112) to investigate a report of two vicious dogs. The investigation revealed two pitbulls were actively mauling each other in the backyard of the residence. While attempting to separate the dogs, one of the pitbulls charged and attempted to bite an officer. As the dog was about to attack, a second officer discharged their department issued firearm one time, striking the dog and killing it. No injuries were reported by the officers.