STAFFORD, Va. – Nearly 40 years after Jacqueline Lord was found murdered, a jury has found Elroy Harrison guilty of her killing.
Harrison, now 67, was convicted on June 26, 2025, in Stafford County Circuit Court. A jury found him guilty of second-degree murder, abduction with intent to defile, breaking and entering with the intent to commit murder, rape or robbery, and aggravated malicious wounding.
Lord was last seen on November 14, 1986, as she closed up Mount Vernon Realty on Garrisonville Road. Her body was discovered the next day beneath a pile of carpet off Route 1 in Woodbridge. Her car was later recovered in Fairfax County.
The case remained cold until Stafford Detective D.K. Wood used forensic investigative genetic genealogy to reanalyze old DNA evidence. With help from Parabon NanoLabs, authorities matched DNA from Lord’s case to Harrison and connected him to the 1989 murder of Amy Baker in Fairfax County.
According to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, Harrison was indicted in March 2024 and arrested shortly after. His sentencing is scheduled for October 10, 2025.
Police are looking for Mainor Dariel Garcia Pacheco, 19, after a domestic dispute turned violent in a Manassas parking lot. On May 28, officers responded to the 7700 block of Keara Court and found that a 33-year-old woman had been assaulted and strangled by an acquaintance. The suspect also took her phone during the altercation. The woman escaped with non-life-threatening injuries. Garcia Pacheco has not been located.
Wanted:
Mainor Dariel Garcia Pacheco, 19, of the 7700 block of Anderson Court
Charges: Strangulation, assault & battery, petit larceny
Description: Hispanic male, 5’6”, 134 lbs., curly brown hair, brown eyes
Teen, adult arrested after knife assault in Woodbridge
A 15-year-old girl and Christopher Patrick Jackson Fleming, 40, face charges following a violent domestic incident on May 26 in the Bayvue Apartments. The teen allegedly slapped a female relative, grabbed a knife, and temporarily confined her. A second adult female was later assaulted by both the teen and Fleming. The suspects fled before police arrived but were arrested on May 27 and 28.
Arrested:
- 15-year-old female juvenile, Woodbridge
Charges: Abduction, attempted malicious wounding, domestic assault & battery
Status: Held at Juvenile Detention Center - Christopher Patrick Jackson Fleming, 40, of the 14900 block of Alaska Road
Charges: Abduction, assault by mob
Bond: Unavailable
Dumfries man charged with violating protective order, abduction
On May 28, officers arrested Jharron Maurice Garner, 39, at Briarwood Apartments after he allegedly prevented a woman from leaving the residence in violation of an active protective order. The woman was able to get away before police arrived. Garner was taken into custody without incident.
Arrested:
Jharron Maurice Garner, 39, no fixed address
Charges: Abduction, violation of a protective order
Bond: $1,500 secured
Spotsylvania man charged in vehicle abduction
Ruben Dario Guerra Cruz, 19, of Spotsylvania, was arrested on May 26 after allegedly preventing an 18-year-old woman from exiting his vehicle the previous day. The incident took place in the 3600 block of Elm Farm Road in Woodbridge. The woman was not injured.
Arrested:
Ruben Dario Guerra Cruz, 19, of 10725 Robert E. Lee Drive
Charges: Abduction
Bond: Unavailable
D.C. woman kicks officer during DUI arrest
Officers responding to a crash on May 26 found Anisa Joy Leonard, 25, intoxicated and uncooperative, police said. When police attempted to place her in a cruiser, Leonard allegedly kicked an officer. She was secured without further incident.
Arrested:
Anisa Joy Leonard, 25, of 1351 Taylor St. NW, Washington, D.C.
Charges: Assault & battery on law enforcement, DUI, unreasonable refusal, obstruction of justice
Bond: Unavailable
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office
DUI: Driver with children crashes into ditch
A Stafford woman faces multiple charges after crashing her vehicle with two infants in the backseat. On May 26 at 8:37 p.m., deputies responded to Forest Lane Road for a single-vehicle crash involving a Chevrolet in a ditch.
The driver, Oluwakemi Oredugba, 43, showed signs of intoxication and admitted she didn’t know how the crash happened. Deputies found an open bottle of Hennessy in the vehicle and confirmed she had a prior DUI. The children were unharmed and turned over to a family member.
Arrested:
Oluwakemi Oredugba, 43, of Stafford
Charges: DUI second offense in 10 years, two counts of DUI with children present, two counts of child neglect, drinking while driving, reckless driving, no inspection, refusal
Bond: Held without bond
DUI: Two separate intoxicated drivers arrested
- Courthouse Road and I-95 southbound, May 29, 12:51 a.m.
Deputies found a man passed out behind the wheel of a Chevrolet with an open bottle of Jack Daniels. He admitted to drinking two beers and a shot. He was arrested for DUI and drinking while driving. - 7-Eleven, 327 Deacon Road, May 29, 11:57 a.m.
A vehicle struck another at the gas pump. The driver admitted to consuming a 99-proof banana drink. He was charged with DUI and held until sober.
Larcenies reported in Stafford County
- Wendy Street, May 29, 10:46 a.m.
A woman reported her debit card was stolen from her vehicle. Fraudulent charges were later discovered. - Walmart, 11 Village Parkway, May 29, 3:58 p.m.
A customer forgot to take withdrawn cash at self-checkout. When she returned, the money was gone. - Wawa, 920 Wonder Road, May 29, 5:01 p.m.
Staff reported a group of underage-looking males filled a backpack with alcoholic beverages and left the store.
Coffee with a Cop
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to its next Coffee with a Cop tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Paradise Diner, 260 Warrenton Road.
Community members, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to attend for a casual conversation with deputies. Attendees can ask questions, express concerns, and get to know the deputies serving their neighborhoods. The event aims to break down barriers, build trust, and foster meaningful relationships throughout Stafford County.
Assault and Battery
Walmart, 125 Washington Square Plaza, 5/24, 10:58 p.m.
Deputy S.C. Steinway responded to a fight between employees. An investigation revealed one employee became upset after being written up and told a witness he would “deck” the victim to “teach him a lesson.” The suspect assaulted the victim as he exited the store. He was identified as the predominant aggressor and charged with assault and battery. A magistrate released him on personal recognizance.
DUI
Wendy’s, 145 Garrisonville Road, 5/25, 11:57 p.m.
While stopped at a red light at Garrisonville and Mine roads, deputies witnessed a vehicle run the red light. The driver, upon being stopped, showed signs of intoxication and admitted to having a shot and “some sips of someone else’s drink.” Field sobriety tests led to charges of driving under the influence and failure to obey a traffic light. The suspect was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.
Fraud
Madison Court, 5/24, 9:10 a.m.
Deputy C.D. Sullivan responded to a report of a scam. The victim received a phone call claiming fraudulent bank charges, including an Airbnb booking and Dubai amusement park tickets. After providing personal information to the caller, funds were fraudulently withdrawn from her account.
Cedarview Court, 5/24, 12:54 p.m.
Deputy N.D. Fonseca investigated an extortion scheme. The victim received threatening text messages from someone posing as a member of a cartel, demanding money via Zelle or threatening harm to the victim and his family.
Larceny
ABC, 43 Town and Country Drive, 5/24, 6:12 p.m.
Deputy C.D. Quebedeaux responded to a theft. A customer saw a man conceal a bottle of vodka and exit the store. The investigation remains ongoing.
Walmart, 217 Garrisonville Road, 5/25, 2:48 p.m.
Deputy C.D. Sullivan responded after store staff observed a 19-year-old male hiding $150 worth of jewelry in his pants. The suspect also possessed cigars. He was charged with shoplifting and underage tobacco possession. He is being held without bond at Rappahannock Regional Jail.
Public Intoxication
Cross Ridge Court, 5/23, 3:56 p.m.
Deputy X.D. Bates responded to a domestic disturbance. The suspect, visibly intoxicated, argued with his girlfriend and attempted to argue that public drinking wasn’t a crime. He was charged with public intoxication and held until sober.
Sleep Inn Motel, 595 Warrenton Road, 5/24, 2:32 a.m.
Deputy M.A. Holub was called after a male guest caused issues with motel staff. The suspect was found publicly intoxicated and admitted the beverage in his hand contained alcohol. He was charged with public intoxication and held until sober.
Shoppers, 1505 Stafford Market Place, 5/24, 5:54 p.m.
Deputy X.D. Bates encountered a man sleeping in the parking lot. The suspect, previously charged for similar behavior, was once again arrested for public intoxication and held until sober.
Woman charged in Woodbridge armed robbery
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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.
Jason Pelt, of Norton Pelt Attorneys, posted a video to Facebook after visiting the cemetery on Washington Avenue, just blocks from his office. Pelt pointed out damage to a grave belonging to a six-year-old girl who died in 1890, part of the Martin family he honors with a framed photo in his law office.
“Come on in close, because this right here, that’s Ella Martin,” said Pelt in his video, showing the family portrait that hangs in his reception area at 1103 Princess Anne Street. “I see her every day, and I hate that her grave was desecrated. It saddens me.”
City Cemetery, Not the Confederate Cemetery
According to a statement from Florence Barnick, a board member for the Fredericksburg Cemetery Co., Inc., the vandalism occurred sometime between the night of May 3 and the early morning of May 4. The Fredericksburg City Cemetery, located at 1000 Washington Avenue, is often confused with the neighboring Fredericksburg Confederate Cemetery at 1100 Washington Avenue, but the two are separate cemeteries maintained by different nonprofit organizations.
The City Cemetery, established in 1844, remains an active burial ground but relies heavily on donations and grants for maintenance and preservation. “Unfortunately, the cemetery does not typically raise enough money to cover mass vandalism incidents like this,” Barnick stated, encouraging the community to donate through the cemetery’s website at fredericksburgcitycemetery.org.
Investigation Details
Security cameras on the property were obscured by heavy rain the night of the incident, limiting surveillance footage. However, around May 6, Virginia State Police bloodhounds picked up a scent while officers were in the area for unrelated training. The dogs tracked the suspect’s route through the cemetery, confirming an exit near 1007 Kenmore Avenue, where a neighbor reported finding a gate left open that night.
Fredericksburg Police took the official report on May 6, and the investigation remains open. Authorities estimate the damage could exceed $20,000, with some stones—including prominent crosses and markers of former Fredericksburg mayors—requiring specialized restoration work.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Fredericksburg police.
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY
Parents Charged with Murder After Toddler Dies from Fentanyl Exposure
A 2-year-old girl’s death at the Red Roof Inn on April 16 has resulted in murder and drug charges for her parents, William Nathaniel Fuller, 28, and Markita Ayanna Williams, 25. The child was found to have fentanyl in her system. Police say the father removed items from the hotel before emergency services arrived. An unsecured firearm was also found in the room. Both were arrested on May 1 and are being held without bond.
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SPOTSYLVANIA, Va. – A young man is dead and two juveniles are involved following a shooting during an early morning break-in just two miles from Shannon Airport.
According to a press release from the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to McKenzie Lane around 3 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, for a reported burglary in progress. A resident at the home told dispatchers they had fired shots.
When deputies arrived, they found three individuals—two of whom had gunshot wounds. Michael Bosworth, Jr., 18, was taken to a nearby hospital where he died from his injuries. One of the juveniles was treated for minor injuries and released, while the other was unharmed. Their names are being withheld due to their age.
The sheriff’s office says no charges have been filed at this time, and the investigation into what happened is still ongoing.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Crime Solvers tip line at 1-800-928-5822 or submit a tip online at p3tips.com or spotsylvaniacrimesolvers.org.
DUMFRIES, Va. – A two-year-old girl was found dead at the Red Roof Inn in Dumfries earlier this month, prompting a homicide investigation that led to the arrest of both of her parents on multiple felony charges, including murder and child neglect.
According to Prince William County Police, officers were called to the hotel at 17113 Dumfries Road on April 16 at 4:29 p.m. after fire and rescue crews reported the child was deceased. Preliminary findings showed no visible signs of trauma or immediate medical issues. A second child, under the age of six, was also in the room and was unharmed. That child has since been placed in the care of trusted parties.
Police found an unsecured firearm inside the hotel room. An autopsy later revealed the toddler had fentanyl in her heart blood, according to toxicology results received on April 29.
The investigation found that while the child’s mother contacted emergency services, the father allegedly removed items from the room before first responders arrived. Authorities worked in coordination with Child Protective Services and the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office before issuing arrest warrants.
On May 1, police arrested William Nathaniel Fuller, 28, and Markita Ayanna Williams, 25, both of no fixed address. They were taken into custody in the Dumfries area without incident by detectives and the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.
Fuller is charged with felony murder, felony child neglect, possession of schedule I/II drugs, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of a firearm while in possession of illegal drugs. Williams faces charges of felony murder, felony child neglect, and possession of schedule I/II drugs. Both are being held without bond, and court dates are pending.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Prince William County Police at 703-792-6500 or submit a tip at pwcva.gov/policetip.
Prince William County
Officer-Involved Shooting – Woodbridge:
On April 26, officers responded to Westminster at Lake Ridge Senior Living Home where a knife-wielding man, Joseph Anthony Cassell, 26, advanced on officers. After multiple shots were fired, the man attacked a 91-year-old female relative. Officers fired again, killing Cassell. The woman sustained serious injuries but is expected to recover. No officers were harmed. The Critical Incident Response Team is investigating.
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Prince William County
Shooting Investigation – Gunfire Erupts Between Car Occupants and Pedestrians
Woodbridge (22191) – April 24, 2025
An argument escalated into an exchange of gunfire on Enterprise Ln. between individuals in a red sedan and pedestrians. A bullet struck a nearby home, slightly injuring a resident, and an unoccupied vehicle was also hit. No suspects were located.
