“At one point during the encounter, the accused retrieved a firearm and shot the victim. The victim then left the room and the occupants of a nearby hotel room notified the police. Officers located the accused outside of the hotel and detained her without incident. No additional injuries or property damage were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Jasmine CORTES, was arrested.

“Arrested on July 3: Jasmine CORTES, 26, of no fixed address. Charged with aggravated malicious wounding and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”


Prince William police: “Attempted Malicious Wounding on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On July 1 at 2:17PM, officers responded to the 16700 block of Interstate Dr. in Dumfries (22026) for a report of a large party occurring in the area. As officers were investigating, they observed a woman, identified as the accused, who was actively wanted.”

“When officers attempted to make contact with the accused, she got into a vehicle and drove the vehicle towards the officers. The officers, and a nearby 37-year-old man, were able to quickly get out of the way to avoid being struck by the accused. As the accused fled the area, she struck multiple unoccupied parked vehicles before placing the vehicle in reverse and almost striking another officer. The accused fled the area at a high rate of speed. Following the investigation, officers obtained arrest warrants for the accused, identified as McKayla Nicole STRAIT. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful.”


 

Prince William County Parks and Rec: “July is Park and Recreation Month, and Prince William County Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism will celebrate all month long with a number of activities and events that showcase how Prince William County is a stronger, more vibrant and more resilient community because of parks and recreation.”


Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home & Crematory – Dale City: “Robert Harry Tyrrell, Age 96, of Woodbridge, Va., passed away, on June 22, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Graves Tyrrell. Robert was a lifelong resident of Prince William County…He served from 1942-1944 in the Seventh Fleet, mostly in the South Pacific. He was stationed at a PT boat base in the Philippines where he worked on boat engines.”

“Robert was in business for many years, raising cattle and hogs with his grandfather and uncle. Later, in the 1950’s, Robert and another uncle went into business building Custom Homes in the fast-developing Woodbridge area. In 1950, Robert took an agriculture class offered to WWII Veterans, and he and his four classmates wanted to do something to stay in touch. So, the five friends formed the Veterans Farm Club in Manassas, VA. The club decided to start planning a fair to be held August 31, 1950. From that day forward the PWC Fair was enjoyed for 70 years. Robert was an active member for all 70 years.”


“The investigation revealed the accused was involved in a verbal altercation with an acquaintance, a 29-year-old woman, that escalated when the accused pulled the victim to the ground. At one point, the accused retrieved a knife and threatened the victim when other occupants in the home attempted to intervene. The accused then drove his vehicle into a parked vehicle outside of the residence as the victim and other occupants retreated to a bedroom in the home. The accused attempted to force entry into the room when police arrived on the scene. Minor injuries were reported by one of the other parties. While investigating the incident, officers determined the accused was wanted for his involvement in an unrelated malicious assault that occurred on Kilhaven Ct. in Manassas on June 25.”

“Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Anthony Roni VAUGHN III, was arrested. Arrested on June 28: [No Photo Available] Anthony Roni VAUGHN III, 28, of 9513 Clematis St. in Manassas, Charged with 3 counts of attempted malicious wounding, 1 count of burglary, 1 count of assault & battery. Previously wanted for 1 count of aggravated malicious wounding, 1 count of malicious wounding, 1 count of strangulation, and 2 counts of felony hit & run Court Date: Pending | Status: Incarcerated” (more…)


“Lt. Col Mike Zeliff USMC (Ret.), the executive director of the Young Marines National Foundation, presented the check on Tuesday, June 20, to Col William P. Davis USMC (Ret), national executive director and CEO of the Young Marines.”

“This is only the first of many monetary contributions that the foundation hopes to present to the Young Marines to enhance opportunities for its youth members,” said Michael B. Kessler, chair of the board of directors of the Young Marines National Foundation.”


On a separate note, we’re hearing rumblings about significant changes coming to Virginia’s only commuter rail system, including weekend service, which we reported last week.

The system continues to see about a third of its pre-pandemic ridership.


Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center: “Sentara Health is proud to support The Leading Ladies Initiative of Global Inheritance, Inc. with a $25,000 donation to help underserved young ladies in high school realize and reach their potential. Global Inheritance, Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to creating pathways for young women to advance through STEM education, internships, job shadowing, and leadership development training.”


Nikki Rattray Baldwin declared victory in the run for the Republican nomination in the June 20, 2023, Primary Election.

This one’s for the people who really care about local news.

Locals Only members get deeper reporting, more context, and fewer shortcuts.

Think that’s you?
👉 Join Locals Only
Already a member? Sign in


View More Stories