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Prince William Police Department: “Shooting Investigation *ARRESTS – On November 8, both suspects sought in connection to the shooting that was reported to have occurred in the 7200 block of Sudley Road in Manassas on November 3, were arrested. While investigating the incident, detectives identified the suspects as Jabari Antwaun ALLEN and Jamal Dana ALLEN. On November 8, following the investigation, detectives obtained arrest warrants
for both accused, who were located at their residence and taken into custody without incident. Arrested on November 8: Jamal Dana ALLEN, 18, of 11053 Camfield Court in Manassas. Jabari Antwaun ALLEN, 19, of 11053 Camfield Court in Manassas. Both charged with robbery, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and aggravated malicious wounding. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”
In a marathon meeting that lasted more than 20 hours at the county government center in Woodbridge, the commission recommended denying two companies — QTS Data Centers and Compass Data Centers — the ability to build 23 million square feet of data center space in what’s become known as the Prince William Digital Gateway.
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors will have the final say on the project at a meeting on December 12, 2023. A majority of Democrats on the board support the measure.
The General Election in Virginia on Tuesday, November 7, saw changes in representation for the State Senate.
This was the first election held under newly drawn political districts by the Virginia State Supreme Court in 2021.
“For those members of the public wishing to speak on any of the rezonings, signups will begin in person at noon in the atrium of the McCoart Building. Members of the public will not be allowed to sign up before noon. Those wishing to speak remotely may sign up online here and must sign up before 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023.”
Prince William fire and rescue: “It’s that time of the year when the onset of cooler weather induces homeowners to seek alternative and economical methods of keeping warm.”
“The increase in the use of home heating appliances also increases the risk of home heating fires; the second leading cause of U.S. home fires resulting in four out of the five home fire injuries and nearly nine out of ten deaths.”
Prince William Police Department: “Stabbing Investigation – On October 1 at 8:38 p.m., officers responded to investigate a stabbing that was reported to have occurred at Veterans Park located at 14300 Veterans Drive in Woodbridge earlier that evening. The investigation revealed the victim, a 29-year-old man, was playing soccer on a field with several other men, when a man from the opposing team retrieved a box-cutter style knife and cut the victim. A physical altercation ensued between the two teams before the groups separated. The victim left the fields and sought treatment at an area hospital for a non-life threatening injury where police were contacted. The suspect was described as a Hispanic male with black curly hair, approximately 5’4, and a thin build.”
“Indecent Exposure – On September 29 at 9:40 p.m., officers responded to the 16200 block of Navigation Drive in Woodbridge to investigate an indecent exposure. The investigation revealed the victim, a 55-year-old woman, was walking her dog near a picnic area when she observed an unknown man exposing himself. The suspect briefly followed the victim while continuing to expose himself. No physical contact occurred. The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 5’11, wearing a hooded sweatshirt and jeans.”
Students at Colgan High School in Prince William County will stage a walkout supporting Palestine.
School administrators sent a letter home to parents about the walkout anticipated to take place on Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
Prince William police: “The Prince William County Police Department collected 310 pounds of unused and/or expired prescription drugs as well as e-cigarette and vaping devices as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) national Drug Take-Back event held on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.”
“The DEA joins federal, state, and local agencies twice a year to host prescription drug take-back collection sites in U.S. communities.”
