Stafford County
April 17–22, 2025

“Horseplay” Pursuit:
A 48-year-old man was arrested Sunday afternoon after a high-speed chase along Richmond Highway. At about 4:01 p.m. on April 20, Deputy R.W. Stamm observed a Toyota traveling 71 MPH in a 50 MPH zone. The driver, Eric Boling of Stafford, told deputies he was just “monkeying around.” He was charged with felony eluding and reckless driving and held on a $1,000 secured bond.

Motorcyclist Struck by DUI Driver:
On April 17, a motorcyclist was injured after being struck by a red Hyundai during a hit-and-run near Onville Road and Ebenezer Church Road. The suspect, Derrick Edwards, 51, admitted to drinking heavily and fleeing the scene due to a revoked license. He was charged with multiple felonies including DUI (4th offense) and felony hit and run. He was held without bond.

DUI and Reckless Driving:
A 27-year-old man was arrested early April 22 on Richmond Highway after being clocked at 66 MPH in a 45 MPH zone. He admitted to having “one or two shots of whiskey.” He was charged with DUI and reckless driving and held without bond.

Fraud at 7-Eleven:
A woman attempted to pass a counterfeit bill at the 7-Eleven on Richmond Highway around 2:51 p.m. April 22. She fled when confronted. The case remains under investigation.

Alcohol Theft – Two Incidents:
One suspect stole alcohol from ABC on Publix Way, and another fled on a moped after stealing wine from Shoppers. The moped-riding suspect was apprehended nearby by Deputy R. Tully and charged with shoplifting.

Public Intoxication and More:
A man was arrested on Kelly Way after urinating on a tree, tossing items into a neighbor’s yard, and falsely claiming the neighbor was an FBI agent. He was charged with multiple offenses and held without bond.

Luggage Stowaway Located:
William Acors, 39, was found hiding in an RV luggage compartment on April 21 during a warrant service at Corbin’s RV. Suspected narcotics were found on him. He was held without bond, with drug charges pending.

Prince William County
April 22, 2025

Brandishing of a Firearm – Road Rage Incident:
At 7:06 p.m., officers responded to Minnieville Road near Smoketown Road in Woodbridge. A 23-year-old man reported a road rage incident in which the driver of a Honda Civic pulled alongside and brandished a firearm. No shots were fired, and no one was injured. The suspect is described as a Black male wearing a flat-brimmed hat.

Malicious Wounding Arrest:
A 17-year-old male from Woodbridge was arrested and charged with aggravated malicious wounding after a physical altercation on the 14800 block of Dining Way. The 38-year-old victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The juvenile is being held at the Juvenile Detention Center.

Sexual Assault Arrest – Child Victim:
Juan Edgardo Membreno Amaya, 55, of no fixed address, was arrested by the U.S. Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force on April 22 in connection to repeated sexual assaults against a child under the age of 13 in the Triangle area between November 2024 and March 2025. He is charged with two counts of aggravated sexual battery and one count of penetration of a child’s mouth with lascivious intent. He is being held without bond.

Prince William County

Strong-Arm Robbery – Woodbridge
Prince William County police arrested three individuals following a strong-arm robbery reported early Wednesday morning.

On April 17 at 12:33 a.m., officers responded to the area of Dale Boulevard and Minnieville Road (22193) after a 21-year-old woman reported being assaulted and robbed by three acquaintances. The suspects allegedly stole clothing and food items from the victim, who sustained minor injuries.

A coordinated search using a police K-9 and a Fairfax County police helicopter led officers to Gum Lane, where all three suspects were detained without incident.

Following the investigation, Ibrahim BARRIE Jr., 20, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with robbery and assault by mob. He is being held without bond. A 23-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man were also charged with assault by mob in connection with the incident.

Arrested on April 17:

Ibrahim BARRIE Jr., 20, of no fixed address
Charges: Robbery, Assault by Mob
Court Date: Pending
Bond: Held without bond
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Stafford County

DUI – Bells Hill Road
A driver was arrested for DUI after a traffic stop late Tuesday night. At 11:10 p.m. on April 16, Sergeant E.E. West observed a vehicle failing to maintain its lane and making an improper turn at a red light, cutting off another driver. West, a certified Drug Recognition Expert, noted signs of impairment in the driver. He was arrested and charged with DUI, a traffic lane violation, and improper turn. He is being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $1,500 secured bond.

Recovered Property – Penns Charter Lane
On April 16 at 12:23 p.m., Deputy C.D. Sullivan responded to a call about recovered property. A citizen reported buying a bicycle on Facebook Marketplace, only to later discover it had been reported stolen.

Trespassing – Smith Street
Deputy M.A. Holub responded to a report of unlawful entry at a residence on April 16 at 7:17 p.m. The victim reported finding his cousin’s ex-girlfriend crawling through a window. The suspect fled the scene in a red Ford hatchback. A warrant for unlawful entry has been issued.

STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — Authorities are investigating a suspected case of mass pesticide poisoning at a local beekeeping operation, where more than 50 honeybee colonies were found dead in what the farm’s owner believes was an intentional act of vandalism.

The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office responded to Rock Hill Honeybee Farms, located at 45 Pinto Lane, on Monday, April 14, at 4:05 p.m. after the property owner discovered thousands of dead bees outside their hives. Deputy B.E. Vaughn took the report, and sheriff’s spokesman Ryan Wilbur confirmed a total of 50 hives were affected. The case remains under active investigation.

Gennaro “Jerry” Mattiaccio, owner of Rock Hill Honeybee Farms, said the discovery was made on Sunday when he and an employee noticed an unusually high number of dead bees near the entrances to the hives. Upon closer inspection, Mattiaccio said he recognized telltale signs of insecticide poisoning.

“The bees are hygienic by nature—when something harmful is introduced into the colony, they eject it,” said Mattiaccio. “We examined them and saw their tongues were protruding, which is a classic sign of poisoning.”

The financial toll of the attack is estimated between $15,000 and $20,000, with up to 520,000 bees lost. Each colony typically holds between 15,000 to 20,000 bees, and Mattiaccio says roughly half of his bee population has been wiped out.

Rock Hill Honeybee Farms, founded in 2010, serves customers across the region, producing local honey and providing pollination services for crops, including California’s almond orchards. The farm was preparing for peak production season, during which it bottles approximately 300 one-pound jars of honey per week.

“This isn’t just a business—it’s an environmental necessity,” Mattiaccio said. “Bees support agriculture, aid allergy sufferers, and even have battlefield medical applications as an antimicrobial. The loss here is devastating not only to us, but to the broader ecosystem.”

Beyond the dead bees, Mattiaccio also discovered that a gate on his property had been locked with a heavy-duty chain and combination lock—the fourth time he says someone has attempted to block access to his land. He suspects a neighbor may be responsible, citing previous incidents of verbal harassment and complaints to local officials about his beekeeping operations.

“They’ve testified against me having access to my own back road,” he said. “I’ve had neighbors yell at me and my workers just for having bees.”

Mattiaccio has filed a police report and says state pesticide inspectors will visit the farm to collect samples to determine what chemical was used. In the meantime, he and the community are offering a reward.

Rock Hill Honeybee Farms and Mason Dixon Cafe are jointly offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest, indictment, and conviction of those responsible for the incident.

Despite the setback, Mattiaccio remains determined to rebuild.

“I’m a soldier and a farmer,” he said. “We have setbacks all the time—but we rebuild. And that’s exactly what I intend to do.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

Prince William County

Strong-Arm Robbery – ABC Store Employee Pushed

Woodbridge (22192) – April 8, 2025
A man entered the ABC store on Smoketown Rd., threatened the employee, and pushed her aside before stealing multiple bottles of alcohol. He fled the scene before officers and K-9 units arrived. The suspect has not been located.

Wanted for Domestic Strangulation

Manassas (20109) – April 7, 2025
Jordan Alan LOCKETT, 28, is wanted after allegedly beating and strangling a 36-year-old woman, temporarily taking her phone to prevent her from calling 911.
Charges: Strangulation, assault & battery, preventing the summoning of law enforcement

Arrest – Caretaker Strangled in Dispute

Woodbridge (22191) – April 8, 2025
Paramjeet Singh CHAHEL, 74, was arrested after dragging his 65-year-old caretaker and grabbing her by the neck during an argument.
Charges: Strangulation, assault
Bond: Unavailable

Stafford County

Fraud – Debit Card Theft at Wawa

Austin Park Dr – April 8, 2025
A woman left her debit card at Wawa and quickly received alerts of unauthorized charges. Surveillance footage helped deputies identify two suspects. Warrants are pending.

Fraud – Identity Theft Reported

Public Safety Building – April 8, 2025
A man reported receiving a Verizon bill for an account he never opened, leading deputies to open a fraud investigation for identity theft.

Larceny – $560 in Goods Stolen from Walmart

Washington Square Plaza – April 8, 2025
A woman wearing a Mountain Dew jacket was caught concealing over $560 in merchandise. She was detained and issued a summons for larceny.

Vandalism – Vehicle Damaged by Ex

Foxglove Way – April 8, 2025
A man’s vehicle was damaged shortly after receiving threatening messages from his ex. Deputies are investigating possible retaliation.

Juveniles Vandalize Vehicle and Flee

Gettysburg Court – April 8, 2025
Five juveniles damaged a vehicle while trespassing in a yard. They fled when confronted. The case remains open.

Found Property – Phone with Cute Stickers

Public Safety Building – April 8, 2025
A phone was turned in after being found in the parking lot. The owner can retrieve it from the Sheriff’s Office.

New details have emerged about the deadly shooting just outside Fredericksburg that left three young men dead and led to charges against four others.

According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, a resident of the Olde Greenwich Circle neighborhood witnessed part of the incident and intervened in self-defense. The man told investigators he heard what he described as “rapid gunfire” outside his home around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8. When he looked out, he saw two individuals with long guns firing in the parking lot.

The resident instructed a family member to call 911, then retrieved a weapon from his home. When he stepped outside, the suspects were still shooting. The resident fired his gun, striking one of the suspects.

Another neighbor informed him there were additional shooters nearby, prompting the man to retreat into his home and wait for law enforcement. After interviewing witnesses, the Sheriff’s Office confirmed the man acted lawfully and will not face charges.

This update comes a day after authorities charged four individuals — including three juveniles — in connection with the incident, which investigators say began as an illegal gun sale that escalated into a robbery and shootout.

The deceased victims have been identified as:

• Chase Feaster, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• Alonzo Goffney, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• A 20-year-old male whose identity is pending confirmation by the Medical Examiner’s Office

Three additional individuals were taken to area hospitals for treatment. One of the 16-year-old suspects remains hospitalized for a gunshot wound and will be taken into custody upon release.

The suspects, including 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson, face charges of Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Unlawful Assembly. Upson’s photo was released by the Sheriff’s Office. Two of the suspects are from Spotsylvania County, while the others reside in Caroline County. Three are currently being held without bond.

Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward as the investigation remains ongoing.

A federal grand jury has indicted a Woodbridge man on charges of obstructing the Internal Revenue Service and willfully failing to file tax returns over multiple years, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.

According to the indictment returned in Alexandria on April 8, Omini Tete Riman, an information technology specialist, is accused of filing false tax returns and later taking steps to hinder the IRS from collecting nearly $400,000 in refunds he allegedly obtained under false pretenses.

Prosecutors say Riman submitted fraudulent tax returns for 2013 and 2014, falsely claiming nearly $2 million in income and almost $1 million in withheld taxes. Based on these filings, he allegedly received approximately $400,000 in refunds from the IRS.

When the IRS initiated efforts to recover the money in 2016, Riman allegedly transferred his assets to a trust, opened bank accounts in the trust’s name, and had his wages deposited into those accounts in an attempt to shield funds from the government. Additionally, he is accused of submitting false documents to the IRS — including one that falsely claimed an IRS employee owed him money, and that Riman had canceled the debt, a move that would have potentially increased the employee’s own tax liability.

The indictment further alleges that Riman failed to file tax returns from 2018 to 2023, despite knowing he was required to do so. After learning in 2025 that he was under investigation by a federal grand jury, he allegedly filed backdated returns for tax years 2017 through 2020, falsely stating that he had earned no income.

If convicted, Riman faces a maximum of three years in prison for each count of obstructing the IRS and up to one year for each count of failing to file tax returns.

The case is being prosecuted by Trial Attorneys Isaiah Boyd III and Daniel Lipkowitz of the Justice Department’s Tax Division, along with Assistant U.S. Attorney Jordan Harvey for the Eastern District of Virginia. The IRS Criminal Investigation Division and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of the Inspector General are investigating the case.

The announcement was made by Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Karen E. Kelly and U.S. Attorney Erik S. Siebert. Officials reminded the public that an indictment is not a conviction and that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Three young men are dead, and four others — including three juveniles — now face charges following a violent shooting tied to an illegal gun sale and robbery in Spotsylvania County.

The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced today that investigators have charged four individuals with Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Unlawful Assembly. The suspects include two 16-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson, whose photo was released by the Sheriff’s Office. One of the 16-year-olds is currently being treated at a local hospital for a gunshot wound and will be taken into custody upon discharge.

According to Major Elizabeth Scott, two of the suspects are from Spotsylvania County, and the other two are residents of Caroline County. Three of the suspects are currently being held without bond.

The incident unfolded around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, when deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Olde Greenwich Circle, just outside Fredericksburg. Upon arrival, law enforcement found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

The victims were identified as:

• Chase Feaster, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• Alonzo Goffney, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• A 20-year-old male whose identity is being withheld pending confirmation by the Medical Examiner’s Office
• Three additional individuals were transported to area hospitals for treatment.

Investigators say the shooting stemmed from an illegal gun transaction that escalated into a robbery. “We commend our detectives on bringing this tragedy to a closure,” said Major Scott. She also thanked the Fredericksburg Police Department and the Virginia State Police for their assistance, along with community members who provided support during what she described as a “stressful and heartbreaking” time.

The incident prompted Fredericksburg City Public Schools to operate on a two-hour delay today, April 9, out of an abundance of caution.

The investigation remains active, and authorities urge anyone with additional information to come forward.

This is a developing story. Check back with Potomac Local News for updates.

The parents of a third-grade student who brought a loaded handgun to Lee Hill Elementary School have been arrested and charged following a classroom incident that resulted in the weapon discharging inside a backpack.

According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, Ciara Armstead, 36, and Terrence Carroll, Jr., 34, were each charged on Monday, April 7, with two offenses: one misdemeanor count of recklessly leaving a loaded, unsecured firearm in a manner that endangered a child under the age of 14, and one felony count of willfully or negligently endangering a child while having custody. Both were released on a $5,000 unsecured bond and are scheduled to appear in Spotsylvania County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court on April 11.

The charges stem from an April 7 incident, when a student brought a handgun to school in a backpack. At about 10:50 a.m., the firearm discharged inside the bag while the child was reaching in to retrieve something. The sheriff’s office confirmed that the shot was accidental and that no one was physically injured.

Upon hearing the discharge, the classroom teacher immediately evacuated all 26 students and alerted the on-site School Resource Officer. The child’s parents have since cooperated fully with investigators.

Officials say the child found the unsecured firearm at home before bringing it to school. After reviewing the case, both the Spotsylvania County Juvenile Intake Office and the Commonwealth’s Attorney determined the child would not face charges.

The investigation is ongoing, and the sheriff’s office has committed to sharing additional updates as more information becomes available.

Read our original report: Gun discharges in 3rd grade classroom at Lee Hill Elementary School; no injuries reported.

Prince William County

Teen robbed at gunpoint in Woodbridge

• Woodbridge — On April 5 at 7:24 p.m., officers responded to the Tackett’s Mill shopping center in the 2200 block of Tacketts Mill Drive for a robbery. A 14-year-old boy reported being approached by three men who robbed him at gunpoint. The suspects took the teen’s shoes, clothing, and electronics before fleeing in a white Acura sedan. They were described as one white male and two black males, all in their late teens, wearing dark clothing and masks. No injuries were reported.

Gunshots heard in Dumfries

• Dumfries — On April 6 at 9:41 p.m., police responded to Porters Inn Drive and River Ridge Boulevard for a report of gunfire. Officers found shell casings near a wooded area, but no injuries or property damage were reported.

Three businesses hit in Woodbridge burglary spree

• Woodbridge — On April 7 at 1:56 a.m., officers found shattered front doors at Pizza Hut and Chili On Top in Dillingham Square shopping center. No property was reported missing, and suspects were not located. Earlier on April 4 at 2:39 a.m., Concept Nails in the same center was burglarized. A cash register was stolen after the suspect shattered the front glass door. Investigators are working to determine if the incidents are related.

Apartment entered in Manassas

• Manassas — On April 5 at 3:43 a.m., police responded to Rosemary Ridge Apartments in the 10900 block of Wild Ginger Circle. A sliding glass door was used to enter the apartment sometime between April 4 at 11 a.m. and April 5 at 12:40 a.m. No property was reported stolen, and there were no signs of forced entry.

Storage unit burglarized

• Woodbridge — On April 4 at 9:17 a.m., a storage unit at Public Storage, 1365 Old Bridge Road, was found broken into. Tools and other items were stolen sometime between March 28 and April 4.

Domestic dispute leads to knife injury

• Manassas area — On April 6 at 1:36 p.m., officers arrested Tiffany Michelle Wyatt, 42, following a domestic dispute with a 43-year-old man at a residence on Community Drive. Police said Wyatt used a knife to injure the victim’s hand.
  Charge: Malicious wounding
  Bond: $3,000 secured | Court date: Pending

Man accused of holding woman at gunpoint

• Dumfries — On April 4 at 7:23 p.m., Kevin Jenkins, 20, was arrested after allegedly brandishing a gun, restraining, and biting a 19-year-old woman during a domestic dispute on Vidalia Court.
  Charges: Abduction, brandishing a firearm, assault & battery
  Bond: Held without bond | Court date: Pending

Woman spits on officer at hotel

• Woodbridge — On April 4 at 1:06 p.m., Yamilet Kassandra Glen, 28, was arrested at the Hilton Garden Inn in the 2500 block of Neabsco Common Place. Police said she and another occupant refused to leave after checkout, and Glen spat on an officer and hotel employee.
  Charges: Assault & battery on a LEO, assault & battery, trespassing
  Bond: Unavailable | Court date: Pending

Man found inside grocery store after break-in

• Manassas area — On April 6 at 4:16 a.m., police found and arrested Henry Paulino Rodas Reyes, 29, inside Global Foods on Festival Lane following an alarm. The front door had been left ajar, but no items were reported missing. Charge: Burglary. Bond: $7,000 secured | Court date: Pending

Stafford County

Pepper spray used during assault with cane

• Fleet Road — On April 4 at 6:08 a.m., a victim used pepper spray to defend himself after a suspect attempted to hit him with a cane. The suspect was charged with simple assault and held until sober.

Man assaulted by woman while drinking

• Cobblers Court — At 6:58 a.m. on April 4, a man reported being assaulted by a known woman while the two were drinking together.

Inmate hides drugs in boot

• Rappahannock Regional Jail — On April 4 at 2:55 p.m., jail staff found a suspected controlled substance hidden in an inmate’s boot. The substance was seized.

Teen stopped for DUI with open liquor

• Richmond Highway — On April 4 at 10:47 p.m., an 18-year-old was pulled over at the Last Stop Mart for speeding. The teen showed signs of intoxication and had an open liquor bottle. He was charged with DUI, underage possession, and other related offenses.

Don Julio stolen twice in same day

• ABC Store, Town and Country Drive — On April 4, deputies responded to two larcenies. At 5:36 p.m., two juveniles stole four bottles of Don Julio. At 7:44 p.m., a man stole two more bottles of whiskey.

Three women charged with public intoxication

• Brafferton Boulevard, April 4, 3:23 a.m.: A woman was knocking on a door while intoxicated.
• Stafford Courthouse, April 4, 10:32 a.m.: A woman arrived intoxicated and had an active warrant.
• Yellow Finch Way, April 5, 4:26 p.m.: A woman admitted to drinking Buzz Balls and vodka before deputies found her stumbling.

Text threats lead to arrest

• Dent Road — On April 5 at 3:08 p.m., a woman was arrested after sending threatening messages about burning down a house. She was held on a $2,500 secured bond.

Three warrant arrests in two days

• All Star Pawn, Kings Highway, April 4: A suspect tried to use a fake ID but was arrested for multiple larcenies and identity theft.
• Rappahannock Regional Jail, April 4: A man turned himself in while intoxicated, saying he got drunk to make surrender “easier.”
• Advance Auto Parts, Washington Square Plaza, April 5: A wanted man from Ashland was arrested during a traffic stop and charged with additional vehicle violations.

Jose Rafael Lizama, a 48-year-old Manassas Park resident, was sentenced on April 3, 2025, to 10 years in prison, with five years suspended, for the 2023 death of Justin Burns. He will serve five years in the Virginia Department of Corrections, followed by five years of supervised probation. Lizama must also wear an ankle monitor for continuous drug and alcohol testing after release.

Four days before the start of his January 2025 trial, Lizama took a plea deal and admitted to striking and killing Justin Burns of Blackstone near Richmond while speeding and driving drunk on December 2, 2023. Justin was crossing the 8900 block of Center Street in downtown Manassas, near Old Town Sports Pub, just before 11 p.m. Police crime scene investigators determined that Lizama was traveling nearly double the speed limit in foggy weather when he struck Justin. 

Prince William Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Ryan Reynolds, told the court that police wrote in their report that Lizama had attempted to blend into the crowd to avoid responsibility for the crash until witnesses identified him as the driver.

Lizama appeared remorseful before Prince William County Circuit Court Judge Angela Horan, apologizing to the judge, the victim’s family, and his own family. “I’m sorry from the bottom of my heart to Mr. Burns’ family. My words will never be enough for the pain and suffering that I have caused,” Lizama said through a Spanish interpreter.

Horan said she wanted to see an end to drunk driving and stated that the sentencing guidelines did not allow for a harsher sentence. “We are never going to eradicate this behavior (drunk driving) if we let people get away,” she said, adding, “too many lives are taken because of this behavior.”  Raising her voice, Horan expressed anger that he had been driving 47 miles per hour drunk down Manassas’ Center Street. “That decision was outside the realm of the sentencing guidelines.”

Lizama had prior offenses related to speeding and alcohol dating back to 2018 in Virginia. It is unclear when he entered the country or if he had other violations elsewhere.

Kim Burns, Justin’s mother, gave a victim impact statement emphasizing his philanthropic work in the community. He volunteered with several organizations, including the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in Manassas. He also founded Succor Solutions, Inc., a nonprofit specializing in disaster recovery and economic development in Blackstone.

Burns told the court she was saddened not to receive a call from Justin on her 66th birthday, as he had done every year. “Our lives changed forever that day. There will never be a day I don’t wake up thinking of Justin, and he is the last thought I have before I go to sleep. My son had so much to give, and that’s not going to happen now. I’m never going to get to dance with my son at his wedding. I’m never going to get to hold my grandchild from him, and he’s not going to be there for his brother and sister when his dad and I get old.”

“Justin was a blessing to the community, what a loss his death was to the community,” Horan said in response.

Justin had been in town to attend an event for his nonprofit. Burns described Justin’s death as a “good day,” during which he participated at the Manassas Christmas parade with his brother and toured the recently renovated Manassas Museum. He was on his way to Old Town Sports Pub to meet friends when he was killed.

After sentencing, Burns told Potomac Local News that she was glad Horan did not hold back in chastising Lizama from the bench. “While nothing can fill the loss of our son, Justin, Judge Horan served a sentence that brings him some justice while setting a precedent that drinking and driving will not be tolerated.”

Burns said her family plans to honor Justin’s legacy by organizing an annual blood drive, something he was passionate about. Justin was designated as a “Hero for Babies” by the American Red Cross, a title awarded to blood donors who meet specific criteria to provide safe and essential blood for newborns and infants. His blood donations over the years saved more than 75 lives.

Lizama’s attorney, Fernando Villarroel of the Manassas-based Irving Law Group, did not respond to requests for comment. He had sought only probation and alcohol treatment for Lizama, but Horan denied the request.