A second teenage suspect has been arrested in connection to a violent Armed Robbery that took place in the early morning hours of June 14 on Sudley Road near Manassas. A 15-year-old boy from Manassas was taken into custody on July 28 and charged with robbery, grand larceny, assault, and petit larceny. Police say the incident involved three suspects, one of whom brandished a firearm and discharged it during a struggle with the victim. No life-threatening injuries were reported. One adult was previously arrested, and a third suspect remains unidentified.
On July 29, police responded to another Armed Robbery in the area of Gardenia Lane and Shallow Creek Loop, also near Manassas. Multiple individuals assaulted a 16-year-old boy who was meeting someone to sell shoes, one of whom implied he was armed. The suspects took the boots, but the victim and a parent later recovered the items before notifying police. No injuries were reported, and the victim has declined to pursue charges.
In Woodbridge, police arrested a man who allegedly tried to take an officer’s gun during a Resisting Arrest / Attempt to Disarm a Law Enforcement Officer incident at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. The suspect became combative during an evaluation and removed his restraints before attempting to grab the officer’s firearm. Hospital staff intervened. No injuries were reported.
Here’s the full press release:
Armed Robbery ADDITIONAL ARREST – On July 28, a second suspect, identified as a 15-year-old male juvenile, was arrested in connection to the robbery that was reported to have occurred in the 7100 Sudley Rd. in Manassas (20109) on June 14. An adult suspect was previously arrested in connection with the investigation in June while the third suspect involved remains unidentified. Arrested on July 28: [Juvenile] A 15-year-old male juvenile of Manassas Charged with robbery, grand larceny, assault and petit larceny Court Date: Pending | Status: Held at the Juvenile Detention Center
Armed Robbery [Previously Released] – On June 14 at 1:14AM, officers responded to 7100 Sudley Rd. in Manassas (20109) to investigate an armed robbery. The investigation revealed the victim, a 32-year-old man, met two unknown men earlier in the night and given them a ride to the above location where a third unknown man entered the vehicle. Shortly after, one of the men grabbed the car keys out of the ignition before brandishing a firearm towards the victim who grabbed onto the firearm. A struggle over the gun ensued and a round was discharged before the victim was struck by the suspects. The victim eventually left the vehicle, and the suspects drove the vehicle out of the area. Non-life threatening injuries were reported by the victim. No property damage or additional injuries were reported. The vehicle was later recovered; however, the suspects were not initially located. While continuing the investigation, detectives identified one of the suspects as Christian Anthony BLANCO who was arrested later that evening. The investigation continues as detectives attempt to identify the other two suspects involved in the incident.
Armed Robbery – On July 29 at 9:43PM, officers responded to the area of Gardenia Ln and Shallow Creek Lp in Manassas (20109) to investigate a robbery. The investigation revealed the victim, a 16-year-old male juvenile, arranged to meet with a known party over Instagram to sell shoes. During the encounter, the victim was approached by several men who assaulted the victim and took the shoes before leaving the area. One of the suspects implied he was armed. No weapon was seen, and no injuries were reported. The victim and a parent located the suspects nearby and retrieved the stolen shoes prior to contacting police. A police K-9 searched the area for the suspects who were not located. No suspect descriptions were provided, and the victim refused to move forward with the investigation.
Attempt to Disarm a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On July 29 at 6:30AM, an officer at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located at 2300 Opitz Blvd in Woodbridge (22191) was in custody of an individual for an evaluation. While in custody, the patient, identified as the accused, became combative and removed his restraints. The accused exited the room, and a struggle ensued with the officer. During the encounter, the accused attempted to reach for the officer’s firearm. Hospital staff and security assisted in detaining the accused. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Anthony Jermaine BOWLES, was arrested. Arrested on July 29: Anthony Jermaine BOWLES, 33, of 14675 Balsam St in Woodbridge Charged with attempted to disarm a LEO and resisting arrest Court Date: Pending | Bond: $10,000 unsecured
A New York man’s road trip to Miami was cut short after a DUI arrest outside America’s Best Wings in South Stafford. Deputies say Jeanpaul Donoso, 47, was found stumbling to his car with food in hand on July 26. Witnesses reported he appeared drunk when he arrived. A search of his vehicle turned up a white powdery substance. Donoso, who had a prior DUI in 2016, now faces charges of second offense DUI, refusal, and drug possession. He’s being held on a $10,000 bond.
Two inmate assaults were reported July 28 at Rappahannock Regional Jail—one involving a single victim, the other involving two. All aggressors were charged accordingly.
A man on White Pine Circle was arrested for public intoxication, destruction of property, and simple assault after deputies found him drunk and angry over a bike mishap, while another man was arrested for public intoxication on Lookout Way after being found passed out with a wine cooler in hand.
Other notable incidents included a DUI with a concealed weapon on Richmond Highway, a fraud scam targeting an Uber driver, a hit and run by a Walmart delivery driver on Holly Knoll Court, a larceny of deodorant from Walmart, and a warrant served at Motel 6 involving a runaway juvenile and a suspect wanted out of Delaware.
Here’s the full press release:
America’s Best DUI: From America’s Best Wings, to Stafford’s best jail. A repeat DUI driver was located in South Stafford. On July 26th at approximately 8:22 p.m. Deputy D.S. Jett responded to America’s Best Wings, located at 15 South Gateway Drive, for a drunk driver complaint. It was advised a driver appeared to be hitting the sauce pretty hard, and not the buffalo flavored one. Deputy Jett located the driver coming out of the business with food in hand. He noted the suspect was stumbling as he approached the suspect vehicle. To prevent the driver from continuing to drive intoxicated, or distracted by the protein, he made contact with the driver. The original caller would confirm seeing the driver arrive at the business in an intoxicated state. The driver, Jeanpaul Donoso, 47, of New York, advised he was on his way to Miami. The beach break would have to wait until field sobriety tests were conducted. Afterwards, Donoso was detained and an inventory search of the vehicle was conducted. During which, a white powdery substance was located. This was not Donoso’s first DUI, for he had one back in 2016. Donoso was charged with second offense driving under the influence within ten years, second offense refusal, and possession of a controlled substance. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $10,000 secured bond, where wings may or may not be on the menu.
STAFFORD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE DAILY INCIDENT REPORT RELEASE DATE: JULY 29, 2025
White Pine Circle, 7/28, 2:06 a.m. Sergeant K.P. Hall and Deputy S.A. Edwards responded to a disturbance. The caller advised her son was “acting crazy” and breaking all sorts of items. When deputies arrived, they located the suspect in an intoxicated state outside the residence. He was detained shortly after. It was discovered the suspect was in a less than favorable mood after an incident with his bike and destroyed items within the residence. He was charged with public intoxication, destruction of property, and simple assault. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
Rappahannock Regional Jail, 7/28, 6:53 p.m. Deputy J.A. Kotvas responded to an assault. It was discovered one inmate assaulted another. The victim was transported to the hospital and the predominant aggressor was charged with assault and battery.
Rappahannock Regional Jail, 7/28, 6:53 p.m. While dealing with the previous assault, Deputy J.A. Kotvas was informed of yet another assault. One inmate assaulted two other inmates. The predominant aggressor was charged with simple assault, as well as, assault and battery.
DUI Area of Richmond Highway and Hope Road, 7/27, 9:07 p.m. Deputy W.J. Newton was traveling southbound on Richmond Highway when the pickup truck next to him crossed over into his lane and nearly struck his vehicle. After nearly being involved in a fender bender, Deputy Newton conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver. The driver had signs of intoxication and admitted to consuming two mixed drinks. Despite that, he was insistent that he was “not drunk.” It was also discovered he was in possession of a loaded firearm. The driver was charged with driving under the influence and carrying a concealed weapon while intoxicated. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.
FRAUD Sarrington Court, 7/27, 10:17 a.m. Deputy R.L. Beasley responded to a fraud. The victim, an Uber driver, advised he received a call from someone posing as Uber Support. Under threat of being “red-listed,” the victim was asked to provide personal information and transfer money to the caller’s account. The ride-share ruse is under investigation.
HIT AND RUN Holly Knoll Court, 7/27, 5:50 p.m. Deputy D.A. Robertson responded to a hit and run. The victim had her garage door struck and damaged by a Walmart delivery driver, who fled the scene. The slogan of Save Money, Live Better did not apply during this delivery run. The driver was charged with hit and run and released on his signature.
LARCENY Walmart, 217 Garrisonville Road, 7/28, 11:45 a.m. Deputy F.C. O’Neill responded to a larceny. Staff advised a male they were familiar with from previous shoplifting attempts walked out with a backpack full of deodorant. At least the suspect will have good hygiene when he is served on his newest shoplifting charge.
PUBLIC INTOXICATION Lookout Way, 7/28, 8:04 a.m. Deputy M.N. Sayegh was on the lookout on Lookout Way for a male passed out in a vehicle. Deputy Sayegh discovered the sleeping suspect still within the vehicle with an open wine cooler sitting next to him. When the suspect woke up, signs of intoxication were observed and he was informed he was under arrest for public intoxication. Instead of exiting the vehicle, the suspect pretended to go back to sleep; however, considering he was giggling, it wasn’t too convincing. Eventually he was helped out of the vehicle and charged with public intoxication. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.
WARRANT SERVED Motel 6, 401 Warrenton Road, 7/28, 8:10 p.m. Deputy T.W. Jenkins responded to a runaway report. Deputy Jenkins received information that a juvenile, who was reported as a runaway out of Pennsylvania, was at the Motel 6 with a 19-year-old. Deputy Jenkins located both the juvenile and suspect, who advised they met on TikTok and decided to run away together to Florida. It was also discovered the suspect was wanted out of Delaware. The suspect was charged with fugitive from justice and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond and the juvenile’s family was contacted.
A Nokesville man is behind bars after allegedly attacking a 70-year-old coworker in an unprovoked assault that led to a malicious wounding charge. The incident headlines today’s Prince William police report, which also includes arrests for elder abuse, vandalism at a school, and a burglary in Woodbridge.
Police say Terry Warner Johnson, 59, of Alexandria, was arrested July 18 by Suffolk police for allegedly striking the elderly victim in the face multiple times on July 14 in the 14300 block of Glenkirk Road. The victim was treated at a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
In Bristow, two people were arrested for abusing and neglecting a vulnerable adult. Diego Balcazar Tabares, 53, allegedly physically assaulted a 50-year-old relative on several occasions, while Evelyn Adriana Trossi-Balcazar, 54, allegedly failed to intervene or report the abuse.
In Woodbridge, three masked men broke into Tobacco Time early Tuesday morning and stole merchandise after smashing a front window. Police are seeking tips.
Also in Woodbridge, swastikas and racial slurs were discovered spray-painted on a storage shed at Lake Ridge Elementary School. The vandalism, which occurred sometime between July 20 and 28, was hidden from view and posed no direct threat to students or staff.
Other arrests included a Gainesville man accused of kicking an officer during a domestic dispute investigation and a Woodbridge resident charged after a firearm discharge sent a bullet into a neighbor’s home.
Here’s the full press release:
Malicious Wounding *ARREST – On July 18, the suspect sought in connection to the assault that was reported to have occurred in the 14300 block of Glenkirk Rd in Nokesville (20181) on July 14, was arrested. The accused, identified as Terry Warner JOHNSON, was served by Suffolk police.
Arrested on July 18: [No photo available]
Terry Warner JOHNSON, 59, of the 5700 block of Brookview Ct in Alexandria
Charged with malicious wounding
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable
Malicious Wounding [Previously Released] – On July 14 at 9:27AM, officers responded to investigate an assault that was reported to have occurred in the 14300 block of Glenkirk Rd in Nokesville (20181) earlier that morning. The investigation revealed the victim, a 70-year-old man, and a coworker, identified as the accused, were involved in an unprovoked physical altercation. During the encounter, the accused struck the victim in the face multiple times. The parties separated and the victim was treated at an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries where police were contacted. Following the investigation, officers obtained an arrest warrant for the accused, identified as Terry Warner JOHNSON. Attempts to locate the accused were unsuccessful.
Commercial Burglary – On July 29 at 3:06AM, officers on proactive patrol in the area of the Tobacco Time located at 2989 Garber Way in Woodbridge (22192) observed broken glass to the front of the business. The investigation revealed three masked men forced entry had been made into the business using rocks to shatter the front window. A police K-9 searched the business and area for any suspects, no one were located. Various pieces of merchandise were reported missing. No suspect descriptions are available at this time.
Vandalism on School Grounds – On July 28 at 5:26PM, officers responded to Lake Ridge Elementary School located at 11970 Hedges Run Dr in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a destruction of property. The investigation revealed sometime between July 20 and July 28, swastikas and racial slurs were spray painted on a wall to a storage shed on the rear of the property. The vandalism did not appear to face the school and was relatively out of view. There were no threats to school staff or students observed.
Balcazar Tabares
Abuse & Neglect of a Vulnerable Adult – On July 24, detectives charged two individuals in connection to an abuse and neglect investigation which was reported to have occurred at a residence in the Bristow area (20136) of Prince William County earlier that month. The investigation revealed the victim, a 50-year-old man, was abused by a family member, identified as Diego BALCAZAR TABARES, on more than one occasion. The abuse consisted of the victim being forcibly grabbed, thrown, and struck by the accused. On one of the occasions, another family member, identified as Evelyn Adriana
Trossi-Balcazar
TROSSI-BALCAZAR was present during the abuse and failed to make a report, intervene, or seek medical attention for the victim. Following the investigation, both family members were arrested.
Arrested on July 24:
Diego BALCAZAR TABARES, 53, of Bristow
Charged with 2 counts of abuse & neglect of a vulnerable adult and 2 counts of domestic assault & battery
Evelyn Adriana TROSSI-BALCAZAR, 54, of Bristow
Charged with 1 count of abuse & neglect of a vulnerable adult
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Both Held WITHOUT Bond
Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On July 28 at 5:11PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 7000 block of Lucknow St in Gainesville (20155) to investigate a domestic dispute. During the investigation, officers detained one of the parties involved, later identified as the accused, who was determined to be intoxicated. The accused had damaged property at the home and was found to have been violating a protective order. After being detained, the accused kicked an officer. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as a Jacob Michael LOTT, was arrested.
Arrested on July 28: [No photo available]
Jacob Michael LOTT, 26, of no fixed address
Charged with 1 count of assault & battery on a LEO, 2 counts of destruction of property, 1 count of violating a protective order, 1 count of resisting arrest, and 1 count of public toxication
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond
Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On July 28 at 8:37AM, officers responded to a residence located in the 15100 block of Kentshire Dr in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a destruction of property. The investigation revealed a neighbor, later identified as the accused, was handling a firearm the night prior when the weapon discharged and a round entered a neighboring residence. The damage was not discovered until the next morning. No injuries or other property damage were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Marc Anthony MCGRIFF, was charged.
Charged on July 28: [No photo available]
Marc Anthony MCGRIFF, 48, of 15137 Kentshire Dr in Woodbridge
Charged with reckless handling of a firearm
Court Date: Pending | Status: Released on Summons
A 39-year-old man was found dead inside a tent late Friday night near the 8400 block of Sudley Road, near Manassas. Prince William County Police say the man was unconscious in a wooded area when first responders arrived. He was pronounced dead on the scene. There were no signs of foul play, and his body has been taken to the Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy.
This incident leads the July 28 Prince William County Police blotter, which also includes multiple reports of malicious wounding, assaults, robberies, and arrests across the Manassas and Woodbridge areas.
Among the other cases:
A 39-year-old man was seriously injured in an assault on Lomond Drive near Manassas.
Two young men were attacked during a robbery near Sudley Road and Broken Branch Lane.
Police responded to separate domestic strangulation cases in Woodbridge and Manassas.
Shots were fired into occupied apartments at the Potomac Ridge complex in Woodbridge, though no injuries were reported.
Here’s the full press release:
Death Investigation – On July 26 at 11:47PM, officers responded to the 8400 block of Sudley Rd. in Manassas (20109) to investigate a death. The investigation revealed a 39-year-old man was found unconscious inside a tent in a wooded area near the above location. The man was pronounced deceased on the scene. Preliminarily, there were no signs of foul play. The body was transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death. At this time, there is no threat to the community concerning the death. More information will be released as necessary.
Malicious Wounding – On July 27 at 2:05AM, officers responded to the 10600 block of Lomond Dr. in Manassas (20109) to investigate an assault. The investigation revealed the victim, a 39-year-old man, and two acquaintances were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated in a parking lot near the above area. During the encounter, one of the acquaintances struck the victim causing him to fall to the ground where the same suspect then kicked the victim multiple times. The suspect and the other acquaintance left the area in a dark-colored four-door sedan. The victim was treated at an area hospital with serious, non-life threatening injuries.
Suspect Descriptions:
A Hispanic male, approximately 6’2”, 220lbs.
Last seen wearing a white baseball-style hat, a maroon polo-style shirt, light-colored blue jean shorts, and white sneakers
A Hispanic male, approximately 5’6”, 160lbs.
Last seen wearing dark-colored clothing and white sneakers
Malicious Wounding – On July 25 at 10:46PM, officers responded to the 11700 block of Sudley Manor Dr. in Manassas (20109) to investigate an assault. The investigation revealed the victims, a 24-year-old male and 20-year-old man, were involved in a physical altercation with three unknown men in a parking near the above area. During the encounter, the older victim sustained cuts to his upper body, while the other victim had been struck earlier in the evening by the same suspects. The parties dispersed and the police were contacted. Both victims reported non-life threatening or minor injuries. The suspects were not located and described as three black males, one with curly hair, all wearing dark-colored clothing.
Malicious Wounding | Strong-Arm Robbery – On July 24 at 5:11PM, officers responded to the area of Sudley Rd. and Broken Branch Ln. in Manassas (20109) to investigate an assault. The investigation revealed the victim, a 67-year-old man, was approached by two unknown men in the above area. During the encounter, the suspects assaulted the victim and took his property before leaving the area. Good Samaritans located the victim and contacted the police. The victim was treated at an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries. No additional injuries were reported. The suspects were described as two white males between 25-30 years old with short black hair.
Strong-Arm Robbery | Assault by Mob – On July 26 at 7:49PM, officers responded to investigate an assault that was reported to have occurred at MVP Bar & Grill located at 3936 Triad Ct. in Gainesville (20155) earlier that morning at approximately 2:00AM. The investigation revealed the victim, a 22-year-old man, and other patrons were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. The altercation continued to the parking lot where the victim and a 22-year-old male acquaintance of the victim were both assaulted. The suspects took the victim’s wallet and phone before leaving the area. Both victims reported non-life threatening injuries. The suspects were not located. One of the suspects was described as a black male, between 30-35 years old, about 5’7” with a beard, short twist hair, and possibly wearing a Lakers jersey.
Assault by Mob – On July 26 at 8:15PM, officers responded to investigate an assault that was reported to have occurred at Jiffy Lube Live located at 7800 Cellar Door Dr. in Bristow (20136) on July 25. The investigation revealed the victim, a 16-year-old male juvenile, was in the parking lot of the above location after the concert when he was approached by a group of unknown individuals. During the encounter, the group began assaulting the victim and left the area when security personnel intervened. Non-life threatening injuries were reported. There is no suspect description available at this time.
Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On July 27 at 12:24AM, officers responded to the Potomac Ridge Apartments located in the 2800 block of Woodmark Dr. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed gunshots struck the front entrance to an apartment building, including two occupied apartments. No injuries and no additional property damage were reported. The involved parties left the area prior to the police arriving on scene. Several shell casings were located inside and outside the apartment building.
Commercial Burglary – On July 25 at 8:11AM, officers responded to the Tobacco Time store located at 2898 Garber Way in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a burglary. Video surveillance revealed at approximately 3:28AM, two unknown individuals smashed the front window and entered the business. Tobacco and vape products were reported missing.
Suspect Descriptions:
An unknown individual
Last seen wearing a white jacket, dark pants, gray New Balance Shoes and blue gloves
A male of unknown race
Last seen wearing a black hoodie with floral pattern, dark pants, white shoes with a black line on the bottom
Strangulation [Domestic] – On July 26 at 1:20AM, officers responded to a residence located in the 14700 block of Hackwood St. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a domestic. The investigation revealed the victim, a 53-year-old man, and an acquaintance, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the accused struck the victim before grabbing her neck. Minor injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Ronis Alexander COREAS ROMERO, was arrested.
Arrested on July 26:
Ronis Alexander COREAS ROMERO, 42, of the 14700 block of Hackwood St. in Woodbridge Charged with strangulation and domestic assault & battery
Court Date: Pending | Bond: $2,500 Secured
Strangulation [Domestic] – On July 25 at 12:23AM, officers responded to the Red Roof Inn located at 10610 Automotive Dr. in Manassas (20109) to investigate a domestic dispute. The investigation revealed the victim, a 25-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’s neck. Minor injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Aaron Jose RODRIGUEZ, was arrested.
Arrested on July 25:
Aaron Jose RODRIGUEZ, 27, of no fixed address
Charged with strangulation and domestic assault & battery
Court Date: Pending | Bond: $2,500 Unsecured
Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On July 26 at 9:30AM, officers responded to the 14200 block of Telegraph Rd. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a vehicle crash. During the investigation, one of the drivers, identified as the accused, attempted to walk away before being detained. While in police custody, the accused resisted and scratched an officer in the face. The accused was eventually secured without further incident. The accused was determined to be intoxicated and had struck two unoccupied parked vehicles. No injuries or additional property damage were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Elijah Andrew FELTON, was arrested. Arrested on July 26:
Elijah Andrew FELTON, 31, of 12238 Granada Way in Woodbridge
Charged with assault & battery on LEO, DWI, drinking while driving and obstruction of justice Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable
STAFFORD, Va. – A 36-year-old man from Front Royal is still hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a motorcycle crash on Garrisonville Road. The July 26 crash occurred near Furnace Road and is believed to have been caused by excessive speed. The Sheriff’s Office said multiple witnesses helped provide critical information at the scene, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Here’s the full press release:
Traffic Investigation:
On July 26th at approximately 8:19 p.m. deputies responded to the area of Garrisonville Road and Furnace Road for an auto accident. It was advised a motorcycle had crashed and the driver was thrown from the vehicle. Life-saving measures were performed until the driver could be airlifted to a hospital. The driver, a 36-year-old Front Royal man, is still in the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The preliminary investigation, along with accounts by multiple witnesses, revealed the motorcycle was traveling Westbound on Garrisonville Road when it struck the curb. Speed was determined to be a cause of the crash. We encourage all drivers to follow set speed limits to help reduce the risk of crashes on our roadways.
The investigation is being handled by our Traffic Safety Unit. Thank you to all witnesses and bystanders who provided crucial information regarding the incident.
Also in Stafford County: The Sheriff’s Office reported multiple incidents in its July 28 daily incident report. These included an assault on Holly Corner Road involving a juvenile, two larcenies—including one at Panera Bread and another involving a missing EZ Pass—and two separate public intoxication cases on Hartwood Road and Richmond Highway. All incidents resulted in arrests or active investigations.
Here’s the full press release:
STAFFORD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
DAILY INCIDENT REPORT
RELEASE DATE: JULY 28, 2025
ASSAULT
Holly Corner Road, 7/26, 10:27 a.m. Deputy K.R. Sprinkles responded to a disturbance. It was discovered a juvenile had fled their residence to a neighbor’s house after being assaulted by a family member. The juvenile had apparent minor injuries and the assaulter admitted to the offense. He was charged with child cruelty, as well as, assault and battery. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $3,500 secured bond and Child Protective Services was notified.
LARCENY
Panera Bread, 1005 Stafford Market Place, 7/25, 12:53 p.m. Deputy A.M. Oliveira responded to a larceny. While dining on some fresh ingredients, the victim had her purse taken. The purse contained credit cards and “inexpensive Walmart glasses.” The victim would later receive notification from her bank regarding a fraudulent transaction at a local Walmart.
Thornberry Lane, 7/25, 6:06 p.m. Deputy N.D. Fonseca responded to an EZ larceny. Due to the unfortunate Friday afternoon traffic, the victim advised she was going to hop in the express lanes when she discovered her EZ Pass was gone.
PUBLIC INTOXICATION
Hartwood Road, 7/25, 11:17 a.m. Deputy S.A. Hensley responded to a roadway obstacle. It was advised a female was laying in the roadway throwing sticks. Deputy Hensley found the stick slinging suspect in a clearly intoxicated state and charged her with public intoxication. She was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.
400 block of Richmond Highway, 7/26, 12:30 a.m. Sergeant A.T. Leckemby and Deputy K.F. Bierfeldt responded to a different roadway obstacle. It was advised a male was stumbling up Richmond Highway. Deputies located the traveler still walking in the roadway and noticed signs of intoxication. He was charged with public intoxication and held at Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.
This report does not encompass all of the reported crimes that may have occurred in the county, but only those noted for media interest. Anyone with information regarding the incidents listed in this report is asked to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4450. For ongoing updates, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Police are searching for a woman accused of leaving her 2-year-old son unattended outside a home on Dawson Beach Road. Officers responded to the home around 9:17 p.m. on July 23 after a child was found alone and in poor condition. Authorities say the boy’s mother, 37-year-old Alexandra Anna Granruth, had arranged for someone to look after the child earlier that afternoon but never returned.
When police tried to contact Granruth, she allegedly refused to come back. The child was not injured and was released to known parties. Warrants have been issued for Granruth, who is now wanted for felony child neglect.
Here’s the full press release:
Felony Child Neglect – On July 23 at 9:17PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 4000 block of Dawson Beach Rd. in Woodbridge (22191) for a found child. The investigation revealed the victim, a 2-year-old boy, was left unsupervised for an extended period of time by his mother, identified as the accused. Earlier that afternoon, at approximately 2:00PM, the accused contacted an acquaintance who located the victim in an unkempt state unaccompanied outside of the residence. The accused initially arranged for the care of the victim until later that evening. When the accused did not return to the area, the acquaintance contacted the police. When officers attempted to contact the accused, she refused to return to the area. The victim appeared uninjured and was turned over to known parties. Following the investigation, officers obtained arrest warrants for the accused, identified as Alexandra Anna GRANRUTH. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful.
Wanted: [Photo from April 2024]
Alexandra Anna GRANRUTH, 37, of the 4000 block of Dawson Beach Rd. in Woodbridge
Described as a white female, approximately 5’9”, 165lbs., with blond hair and blue eyes
Wanted for felony child neglect
Cat Left Behind Pet Store Dumpster—Now Safe in Shelter
STAFFORD, Va. – A cat was found left behind a pet store in Stafford during the heat of summer—inside a carrier next to a dumpster with only a bag of dry food covered in ants. Stafford County Animal Control responded to the Pets Plus store on Richmond Highway on July 16 after staff found the abandoned animal.
The cat, named Arkansas, was frightened but unharmed and is now safe at the Stafford County Animal Shelter. Authorities were able to identify a suspect using surveillance footage. Warrants have been issued for animal abandonment and inadequate care.
Here’s the full press release:
Pets Plus Pet Found:
During a hot summer day, a cat was abandoned in less than favorable conditions. On July 16th, at approximately 11:26 a.m., Animal Control Officer K.L. Busch responded to Pets Plus, located at 2610 Richmond Highway, for an abandoned animal. Staff advised a cat was found abandoned behind the business. Animal Control Officer Busch arrived on scene and made contact with staff. It was discovered the cat was left in a carrier near the dumpster with nothing but a bag of dry cat food that was covered in ants. Upon locating the abandoned cat, staff brought it into the business to care for it. Despite being a bit scared, Animal Control Officer Busch confirmed the cat was unharmed. The cat, named Arkansas, was transported to the Stafford County Animal Shelter. There, it will be cared for until a resolution in the case can be reached. Using nearby security cameras, Animal Control Officer Busch was able to identify the individual who abandoned Arkansas. Yesterday, warrants for abandonment of an animal and inadequate care of an animal were obtained. Thank you Animal Control Officer Busch for your hard work in this case. The Stafford County Animal Shelter has a pet surrender program for those who can no longer adequately care for an animal.
Nearly $200K Fraud Stopped by Manassas Detectives
MANASSAS, Va. – A quick-thinking detective stopped nearly $200,000 from being stolen in a wire fraud scheme. On July 1, a Manassas resident reported their email had been hacked and a transfer of $194,120.43 was about to be sent to an unknown account.
Detectives worked with banks to freeze the transfer just in time. The case has since been referred to the U.S. Secret Service for further investigation. Manassas Police say the rapid coordination prevented major financial harm.
Here’s the full press release:
Fraud Investigation
On July 1, 2025, the Investigative Services Division received a report of fraud involving a compromised email account and an attempted unauthorized wire transfer. Detective Armas promptly initiated an investigation and determined that the victim’s email had been hacked, with $194,120.43 set to be transferred from the victim’s bank account to an unknown account. Thanks to the swift actions of Detective Armas and the critical support of Detective Urey, investigators were able to work with the financial institutions involved to halt the wire transfer before the funds were lost.
The case has since been referred to the United States Secret Service for continued investigation. The department commends both detectives for their rapid response and effective collaboration, which prevented a significant financial loss and protected the victim from further harm.
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – A 22-year-old man has been charged with felony homicide following the death of his 4-month-old son, authorities announced Wednesday.
Prince William County police say Gianni Romero-Coreas, of the 14300 block of Jeffries Road in Woodbridge, just off Route 1, was arrested July 24 by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force in Manassas. He is being held without bond.
The charge follows a child abuse investigation that began on July 16 when emergency responders were called to Elevations One Apartments on Jeffries Road. According to police, the infant lost consciousness and was transported to a local hospital. Medical personnel determined the baby had sustained life-threatening injuries while in the care of his father.
Romero-Coreas was arrested the next day, July 17, and charged with felony child abuse. Four days later, on July 20, the child’s condition deteriorated, and he died. The body was taken to the Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy.
On July 22, after consulting with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, detectives filed the additional felony homicide charge.
A court date is pending. No photo of the suspect has been released. The investigation remains ongoing.
STAFFORD, Va. – A Stafford County woman is charged with second-degree murder after deputies say she shot and killed her ex-boyfriend at a home on Rocky Run Road. This is the second homicide in Stafford County this week, and the second time authorities have withheld the victim’s name, following a separate deadly shooting in an England Run apartment earlier this week.
Press release:
A 32-year-old Stafford female has been charged with second degree murder after a shooting in South Stafford.
On July 19th at approximately 12:40 p.m. deputies responded to a person shot report. The caller advised she “thinks” she had shot and killed her ex-boyfriend. The caller further advised she was at the Giant parking lot, located at 550 Celebrate Virginia Parkway, awaiting deputies. The shooting occurred at a residence on Rocky Run Road.
Deputies responded to the location of the caller and the residence in question. At the residence, deputies located a 31-year-old male with apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Simultaneously, deputies made contact with the caller and she was detained. The firearm believed to be used in the incident was in the possession of the caller at the time of her detainment.
After a thorough investigation, it was discovered the shooting was domestic related. The caller, identified as Ashlynn Blair, was charged with second degree murder, as well as, the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. She was held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the victim. Out of respect for the victim’s family, the victim’s name is not being released at this time.
STAFFORD, Va. – Two teenagers are in custody, charged with murder after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed Tuesday night at the England Run Apartments in South Stafford.
The shooting happened around 10:56 p.m. on July 15. Deputies responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire and found the victim with apparent gunshot wounds. First Sergeant M.L. Jacobeen, Deputy M.A. Holub, and Deputy S.M. Kotter provided emergency aid until medics arrived, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released out of respect for his family, the sheriff’s office wrote.
Detectives worked overnight collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. They determined that two shooters were involved and that the incident was not random.
On Friday, July 18, 2025, Stafford County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Ryan Wilbur confirmed by email, “Both teenage-aged suspects were charged with murder and shooting in the commission of a felony. Both are still in custody.” He did not respond to questions about the suspects’ exact ages or their place of origin.
MANASSAS, Va. – Manassas City Police are investigating an early morning shooting that left two juveniles injured.
Just after 1:15 a.m. Saturday, July 12, 2025, officers responded to the 8600 block of Phoenix Drive for reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found two juveniles suffering from gunshot wounds.
Police say one victim was taken to a nearby hospital and is listed in stable condition. The second victim had minor injuries and was treated and released at the scene.
Detectives have identified several persons of interest and are reviewing photographs of possible suspects and a suspect vehicle. The vehicle is described as a gray, two-door Honda Civic with Virginia “Don’t Tread on Me” license plates.
Authorities say there is no threat to the public at this time. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective J. Agule with the Manassas City Police Department at 703-257-8040.
A New York man’s road trip to Miami was cut short after a DUI arrest outside America’s Best Wings in South Stafford. Deputies say Jeanpaul Donoso, 47, was found stumbling to his car with food in hand on July 26. Witnesses reported he appeared drunk when he arrived. A search of his vehicle turned up a white powdery substance. Donoso, who had a prior DUI in 2016, now faces charges of second offense DUI, refusal, and drug possession. He’s being held on a $10,000 bond.
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