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1 shot in Georgetown South: ‘Investigation is active and ongoing

By Amelia Breeden

Manassas City Police Department: “Shots Fired: On August 1, 2023, at 10:00 p.m., Manassas City Police responded to the 9300 block of Taney Road for a shooting. Officers arrived on the scene and located a victim of an apparent gunshot wound. Officers began life-saving measures and summoned rescue personnel. The victim was airlifted to a local area hospital for further treatment. An extensive investigation was launched in coordination with local law enforcement K9 officers. Officers were able to identify and locate the suspect. The juvenile suspect was apprehended and a Detention Order was served. The investigation is active and ongoing. If anyone has information regarding the above incidents, please contact the Manassas City Police Department at 703-257-8000.”

“Shots Fired: On August 1, 2023, at 6:55 p.m. Manassas City Police responded to the area of Taney Road and Hood Road with a report of gunfire.When officers arrived, they began to canvas the area and located several shell casings. Two vehicles and a residence were struck. Officers were unable to locate any injured person for this incident. The investigation is active and ongoing.”

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Stafford crime report: Thief puts hot dog in his pants

By Amelia Breeden
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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “DUI: Cambridge Street, 7/28, 5:44 p.m. Multiple drivers called to report a vehicle swerving and zigzagging down Richmond Highway.”

“Sergeant J.W. Hutcheson located the weaving vehicle and conducted a traffic stop as Deputy S. Waheed responded to assist. The driver had glassy eyes, the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his breath, and admitted to consuming ‘a little bit’ of alcohol.”

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Stafford deputies ‘more than willing to meet’ person who dropped their drugs

By Amelia Breeden
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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “DRUGS: Red Roof Inn, 153 Garrisonville Road, 7/31, 1:17 p.m. Dirty Dollar. Staff found a dollar bill in the lobby only to unroll it to discover it coated in suspected controlled substances. Any recent residents that dropped their drugs, Deputy J.A. Brooks seized it and is more than willing to meet you.”

“LARCENY: Plantation Drive, 7/30, 4:41 p.m. Fraudulent Foe. The victim had his credit cards for his Taco Bell run last night; however, realized today it was gone without a trace. Later, he received notification of fraudulent activity for his cards and froze his accounts. Deputy C.M. Sterne is investigating.”

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Police report: Women, 19, 51, charged in pepper spray assault

By Amelia Breeden

Prince William County Police Department: “Death Investigation *UPDATE – On July 31, detectives received preliminary results from the Medical Examiner’s Office regarding the death of a 44-year-old man that occurred at a residence located in the 15300 block of Holly Hills Drive in Dumfries on July 29. The preliminary findings indicate the man died from blunt force trauma to the upper body as a result of being struck by a tree that fell onto the home during a severe weather incident. The manner of death is preliminarily classified as an accident. The final determinations of both cause and manner of death will be pending the completed report by the Medical Examiner’s Office in the coming months. Identified: The deceased was identified as Kenneth Allan LEE Jr., 44, of Dumfries.”

“Death Investigation [Previously Released] – On July 29 at 5:48 p.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 15300 block of Holly Hills Drive in Dumfries to investigate a death, possibly related to severe weather. The investigation revealed the victim, a 44-year-old man, was inside his residence when a tree fell onto the home. Additional family members who were also inside the home at the time were not injured and contacted emergency services. The victim was pronounced dead on scene. The cause of death has not confirmed, pending an autopsy by the Medical Examiner’s Office.”

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Woman struck in Jiffy Lube Live parking lot, suffers serious injuries

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William police: “Felony Hit & Run Crash Investigation – On July 26 at 10:45 p.m, crash investigators responded to Jiffy Lube Live located at 7800 Cellar Door Dr in Bristow (20136) to investigate a hit & run crash that occurred in the parking lot.”

“The investigation revealed the victim, a 23-year-old woman, was leaving the concert and running through parking lot “F6” to her vehicle when she was struck by a white sedan. The victim was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.”

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Social media post leads to fight amongst teens in Park Ridge

By Amelia Breeden
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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “ASSAULT: Park Ridge Subdivision, 7/26, 6:21 p.m. Deputy C.C. Crossett responded to an assault. It was discovered two juveniles engaged in a fight that was caused by social media posts.”

“FRAUD: Frasier Drive, 7/26, 9:45 a.m. Deputy C.M. Ramirez responded to a scam. The victim advised he was attempting to sell vehicle parts on Facebook when an interested party reached out.”

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Stafford County Sheriff’s report: Fake Geek Squad

By Amelia Breeden
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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “FRAUD: Hope Road, 7/25, 7:16 p.m. Deputy J.J. Suh responded to a fraudulent Geek Squad. The victim advised he made contact with someone posing as Geek Squad for help with his computer.”

“The geeky scammer advised he would refund the victim’s membership, but in doing so claimed he returned too much money to the victim and the victim would have to pay it back by gift cards.”

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Jose Cuervo stolen: ‘Jim Beam did not see the larceny occur’

By Amelia Breeden
A Stafford County Sheriff's' patrol car.

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “LARCENY: ABC, 1630 Publix Way, 7/23, 1:19 p.m. Deputy A.J. Layug responded to a report of Jose missing. “Staff advised a male came into the store and stole a bottle of Jose Cuervo Silver. Jim Beam did not see the larceny occur.”

“LARCENY:Wawa, 15 Eustace Road, 7/23, 11:44 p.m. Deputy C.C. Crossett responded to even more alcohol being stolen. Staff advised a male stole approximately $50 worth of beer. Deputy Crossett’s amazing memory was on full display as he watched camera footage and recognized the suspect from a previous arrest. Warrants have not yet been obtained.”

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