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1 Arrest in Downtown Killing; Driver Dies in Dale City Crash

Published December 16, 2024 at 1:00PM | Updated December 16, 2024 at 3:07PM

Fredericksburg Police Investigate Downtown Shooting, Identify Additional Suspect

The Fredericksburg Police Department is continuing its investigation into a shooting that took place in the early hours of December 14. Authorities have identified a new suspect, Izaiah Jabbar Daniels, 21, of Woodford. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office apprehended Daniels during a vehicle stop, and he is currently being held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail. He faces charges of second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.

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Governor Celebrates Dale City Red Cross Donation Center Opening

By Alan Gloss

Published December 10, 2024 at 3:09PM | Updated December 10, 2024 at 4:03PM

Governor Glenn Youngkin and Dale Kunce, the CEO of the Red Cross of the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region enjoy a moment as technicians prepare equipment for their blood draw. (Photo by Alan Gloss)

Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) marked the grand opening of Prince William County’s second Red Cross Blood Donation Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, December 9, 2024. The new facility, located at 4375 Dale Blvd in Dale City, Center Plaza, expands local blood and platelet donation options, previously limited to driving to Fairfax or participating in mobile drives.

This new facility joins the Manassas-area donation center, which opened in September at 10360 Portsmouth Road, in offering donors the choice of whole blood or platelet donations.

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Interstate 95 Closures in Dale City Begin Monday

By Aya Karouane

Published December 7, 2024 at 10:00AM

Looking south along the I-95 E-ZPass Express Lanes near Springfield. [Photo courtesy of Transurban]

Press Release from the Virginia Department of Transportation:

Beginning Monday, Dec. 9, weather permitting, the southbound and northbound I-95 general purpose lanes near the bridges over Neabsco Creek (approximately mile marker 155.7) will have lane closures for bridge-related geotechnical work, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

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Woman, 20, Shot and Killed in Dale City

By Potomac Local News

Published November 28, 2024 at 9:48AM

Press release:

Murder Investigation – On November 27 at 8:50PM, officers responded to 13500 block of Delaney Road in [Dale City] to investigate a domestic dispute. The initial caller reported a domestic altercation involving a family member and then stated gun shots were heard when leaving the residence. Officers arrived on the scene and located the accused, later identified as a 20-year-old man, attempting to leave the residence. The accused was detained without incident.

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CAPTURED: Second Suspect In Dale City Murder-for-Hire Case

By Aya Karouane

Published November 2, 2024 at 10:43AM

On October 29, a suspect was arrested in connection with a murder that occurred on February 2 in Dale City, following a previous arrest of another individual on October 15. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking information from the public regarding the case.

Press Release from Prince William Police Department:

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Another Woman Walking Her Dog Struck, Killed in Prince William

By Aya Karouane

Published October 18, 2024 at 10:36AM

On October 17, officers responded to a crash on Mapledale Avenue in Dale City where a Nissan Versa struck a pedestrian walking her dog, resulting in the pedestrian’s death. The driver remained at the scene and was uninjured, with charges pending as the investigation continues.

Press Release from Prince William Police Department:

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Dale City Shooting Suspect Surrenders to Police

By Aya Karouane

Published October 17, 2024 at 10:03AM

On October 8, 2024, a suspect turned himself in to police in connection with residential shootings that occurred on April 7, 2023, in Dale City. The individual faces multiple charges related to the incidents, which were linked to gang activity, and the investigation is ongoing as detectives seek additional suspects.

Press Release from Prince William Police Department:

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Prince William County Police Report 4 Separate Malicious Wounding Incidents

By Aya Karouane

Published October 9, 2024 at 10:46AM

There have been several malicious wounding cases in Prince William. The most recent being on October 7, where a 39-year-old man was charged with malicious wounding and domestic assault after allegedly choking and slapping a 31-year-old woman during a dispute and pushing a 17-year-old girl, causing her to hit a railing.

Press Release from Prince William County Police:

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OmniRide Reports Steady Growth in Ridership, Despite Challenges

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 1, 2024 at 9:00AM | Updated October 5, 2024 at 2:57PM

The Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC) has announced a sustained increase in ridership through August 2024, reflecting a growing reliance on public transit amid various operational challenges, including service reductions and fare adjustments.

In August 2024, PRTC experienced an average daily ridership of 2,753 passengers, a 22% increase compared to last year. This rise comes despite significant service cuts implemented at the end of July and a $2 fare increase at the start of the month. Even a tropical storm at the beginning of August failed to significantly deter passengers, underscoring the essential role of PRTC in the daily lives of many in the region, said OmniRide CEO Dr. Robert A. “Bob” Schneider.

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Dale City Teen Missing

By Aya Karouane

Published September 28, 2024 at 8:41AM | Updated October 2, 2024 at 8:35AM

The Prince William County Police Department is seeking help in locating missing juvenile Phoenix Marsalis Lewis, who left his home on Pearson Dr. on September 25, 2024. He is known to frequent the Sable Ct. and Portal Ct. areas of Dale City, and anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities.