Prince William Police Department:Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling *SUSPECTS IDENTIFIED | ARREST – On August 24, detectives identified the suspects involved in the shooting that was reported to have occurred at The Flats at Neabsco Commons Apartments located in the 2700 block of Neabsco Commons Place in Woodbridge (22191) on August 23. Further investigation revealed two vehicles were stopped in the above area when an occupant of one of the vehicles fired rounds towards the other vehicle. Both vehicles then quickly fled the area. The rounds struck the other vehicle and an apartment window. No injuries were reported. During the investigation, detectives determined the parties in both vehicles were known to one another. Further investigation revealed after the shooting incident, one of the occupants of the suspect vehicle, identified as a 16-year-old male juvenile sent threatening messages to an occupant of the other vehicle, identified as a 17-year-old male juvenile. Detectives identified the second suspect involved in the shooting incident as Caleb Bernard KOSIE and following the investigation, an adult arrest warrant and a juvenile detention order were obtained. On August 25, the 16-year-old male juvenile was taken into custody in the Woodbridge area while the KOSIE suspect turned himself in to police on August 28. Arrested on August 25: [Juvenile]

A 16-year-old male juvenile of Woodbridge. Charged with threats of bodily harm. Court Date: Pending | Status: Held at the Juvenile Detention Center. Arrested on August 28: [No Photo Available] Caleb Bernard KOSIE, 18, of 15557 John Diskin Close in Woodbridge. Charged with principal in the second degree of shooting into an occupied vehicle. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”


Just in time for the Labor Day weekend, the opening of Occoquan’s new beer garden — the Mill St. Draft Garden — will take place this Wednesday, August 30, at 3:00 p.m.

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Prince William Police Department:Fatal Crash Investigation *DRIVER CHARGED – On August 29, crash investigators obtained charges for one of the drivers involved in the fatal crash that occurred in the area of Catharpin Road and Fallen Oaks Place in Gainesville (20155) on August 26. The drivers of the initial vehicles involved were found to have been traveling well above both the posted 40 MPH speed limit, and the recommended posted 30 MPH safe speed for roadway conditions at the curve where the crash occurred. The driver of the third vehicle, which was traveling in the opposite direction, was found to be operating their vehicle, a 2006 Scion, properly, and was uninvolved in the driving behavior of the other two drivers. The collision killed the 19-year-old driver of a 2016 Hyundai Elantra and injured a passenger inside the vehicle, who were both not properly wearing their seatbelt in the vehicle. Following the investigation, crash investigators charged the driver of the 2015 Toyota Corolla, identified as a 16-year-old male juvenile, who was also found to have been driving the vehicle without a license. Charged on August 29: [Juvenile]

A 16-year-old male juvenile of Haymarket [driver of the 2015 Toyota Corolla]. Charged with reckless driving and no operator’s license. Court Date: Pending | Status: Charged/Petitions Obtained. Identified: The deceased driver of the 2016 Hyundai Elantra was identified as Qais  JAILANI, 19, of Haymarket. The passenger of the 2016 Hyundai Elantra was identified as a 19-year-old man of Gainesville. The driver of the 2006 Scion was identified as a 50-year-old woman of South Riding.”


Circuit Court Clerk: “Circuit Court Clerk’s Office self-service kiosks are now available to the public at Prince William County government buildings.”

“The Circuit Court Clerk, Jacqueline Smith, has partnered with several Prince William County agencies to provide the public with self-service kiosks in the McCoart and Ferlazzo buildings in Woodbridge. The program is 100% funded by Virginia Technology grants.”


Prince William Police Department:Malicious Wounding | Domestic Related *ARREST – On August 24, the suspect sought in connection to the domestic dispute that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 1800 block of Tiger Lily Close in Woodbridge (22192) on August 23, was arrested. The accused, identified as Elijah Osha Devoe CHAPMAN, was taken into custody in Alexandria. Arrested on August 24: [No Photo Available] Elijah Osha Devoe CHAPMAN, 31, of the 1800 block of Tiger Lily Close. Charged with 1 count of malicious wounding, 1 count of preventing the summoning of law enforcement, 1 count of domestic assault & battery, 1 count of assault & battery, 3 counts of grand larceny, and 1 count of destruction of property. Court Date: Pending | Status: Incarcerated.”

Indecent Exposure *ARREST – On August 21, officers concluded the investigation into the indecent exposure that was reported to have occurred in to the 13200 block of Kahns Road in Manassas (20112) on July 13. While investigating the incident, officers received information leading to the identity of the suspect. On August 20, officers obtained arrest warrants for the accused, identified as Joel Brian WHITE, who was served while in custody in Alexandria the following day. Arrested on August 21: Joel Brian WHITE, 19, of no fixed address. Charged with indecent liberties. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable.”


Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin (ICPRB): “The staff of ICPRB’s Section for Cooperative Water Supply on the Potomac (CO-OP) announced the flow of the Potomac River has reached a low significant enough to initiate Drought Operations.”

“Dr. Schultz explains that during Drought Operations, CO-OP staff produce twice-daily reports to stakeholders regarding flow, weather, and demand conditions. The staff uses river flow forecasts to determine whether changes in operations are needed to meet upcoming water demands. These include releases from upstream reservoirs, Jennings Randolph and Little Seneca, to augment Potomac River flow.”


International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers: “The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 26 made a substantial food donation to the Haymarket Food Pantry on Tuesday, August 22 at 11:00 a.m.”

“This donation is being made in response to repeated public testimony from members of the community calling for additional food resources as supplies struggle to meet demand. Every year since the pandemic has been record breaking for the Haymarket Food Pantry in terms of meals served. Since 2018 the food pantry has seen a 94% increase in families coming in for assistance.”


Prince William Police Department:Strangulation | Domestic Related *ARREST – On August 24, the suspect sought in connection to the domestic disputes that were reported to have occurred at the Motel 6 located at 17133 Dumfries Road in Dumfries (22025) between June 30 and July 2, was arrested. The accused, identified as Allan Jerod HARRIS, was taken into custody by Manassas City police. Arrested on August 24: [No Photo Available] Allan Jerod HARRIS, 45, of 4042 Chetham Way in Woodbridge. Charged with 1 count of strangulation and 2 counts of domestic assault & battery. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable.”

Strangulation | Domestic Related [Previously Released] – On July 5 at 2:03 p.m., officers responded to investigate an ongoing domestic dispute that was reported to have occurred at the Motel 6 located at 17133 Dumfries Road in Dumfries (22025) between June 30 and July 2. The investigation revealed on June 30, the victim, a 41-year-old woman, and an acquaintance, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the accused grabbed the victim and slapped her before throwing her to the ground. The parties eventually separated. On July 2, another verbal altercation between the victim and the accused escalated. During that encounter, the accused struck the victim several times and grabbed her throat before the parties separated. The victim reported minor injuries sustained during both encounters. On July 5, following the investigation, officers obtained arrest warrants for the accused, identified as Allan Jerod HARRIS. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful.”


Get ready for an event with networking opportunities. The Prince William Chamber of Commerce is once again bringing the Mega Networking Expo to the Gainesville area.

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Press Release: “Churchill Downs Incorporated announced today the promotion of Bobbi Sample to General Manager of The Rose Gaming Resort  in Dumfries.”

“In this role, Sample will oversee all operations of The Rose that will include a luxury hotel, eight bars and restaurants, a cultural venue, meeting and event space and over 80 acres of green space. The Rose is expected to open in Spring 2024.”


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