Two shootings in Fredericksburg over the past week left multiple people wounded and rattled residents in a city where such incidents are rare.
At the Express Food Mart on William Street—across from the apartments where the first shooting occurred—the store manager said her cashier heard someone yelling for help.
“Francis was last seen in the City of Fredericksburg and may have been traveling through King George, Colonial Beach, or Brandywine, Maryland,” Fredericksburg Police Department reported. “He was last seen driving a tan Lincoln with Virginia license plate TDD-9818.”
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Fredericksburg Police at 540-373-3122 and reference Report #2025-005363. Anonymous tips can be sent by texting “FPDtip” followed by your message to 847-411, or by downloading the free FPD Tip app available for Android and iPhone.
“The Fredericksburg Police Department will have a planned outage of its administrative phone lines tomorrow, Thursday, November 6, from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. for a system upgrade,” the City of Fredericksburg announced. “During this time, administrative phone numbers may be temporarily unavailable.”
Residents who need to report a non-emergency during the brief “phone nap” can still reach the department at 540-373-1414 or 540-834-2211. Officials emphasized that 911 emergency lines will remain fully operational during the upgrade.
“Fredericksburg is home to some fantastic trails! They are perfect for walking, running, or biking,” the Fredericksburg Police Department shared. “Whether you’re heading out for exercise, commuting, or just enjoying the outdoors, a few safety tips can help make your time on the trails enjoyable and secure.”
The department encouraged residents to travel with a friend, stay alert, use well-lit paths, and wear reflective clothing.
In Fredericksburg, a vehicle parked on the 2000 block of Princess Anne Street had its front, rear, and both driver’s side windows damaged. Another incident on the 1800 block of New Kent Street involved three tires being slashed.
There were also reports of theft, including stolen license plates from a vehicle on the 1300 block of Emancipation Highway and a wallet taken from the 2200 block of Carl D. Silver Parkway.
A strangulation arrest involving bodily injury led the Fredericksburg Police blotter this week. Officers charged 25-year-old Felicia Lee Rivera of Fredericksburg with the offense.
Other arrests included charges of assault and battery, possession of a controlled substance, public intoxication, and inhaling drugs. Those arrested ranged in age from 20 to 56 and came from Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Spotsylvania.
A jury has convicted a man of two counts of first-degree murder in a 2020 Dale City house party shooting that left two dead and two others seriously injured—leading a week full of serious charges, arrests, and property crimes across the region.
Separately, police made two domestic-related felony arrests:
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The folks at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber just wrapped up their annual First Responders Appreciation Breakfast, and it was a big one. Held August 13 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center, the event spotlighted local heroes across law enforcement, fire, and EMS for their life-saving efforts and long-term service.
From snowy highway rescues to swift water saves and daring house fire rescues by everyday citizens, the awards covered a wide range of heroic acts. Citizen Valor Awards went to locals who jumped in to help during life-threatening situations, while police officers and EMTs were recognized for bravery, teamwork, and quick action in high-stakes emergencies.
Updated Saturday, May 10, 2025 –
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – A Fredericksburg attorney is speaking out after discovering a personal connection to the latest vandalism at the historic Fredericksburg City Cemetery, where at least 15 grave markers were toppled or damaged in an incident that could cost upwards of $20,000 to repair.
