Manassas detectives arrested a suspect following a 48-hour investigation into a recent abduction and robbery incident of a girl waiting for a school bus.
Jesus Enrique Ramirez Cabrera, 23, of Manassas, was taken into custody on the evening of September 6 and is being held without bond at the Prince William County Adult Detention Center.
Manassas police: “We are looking for Alani Cortez Ramirez. She is a 17 year old Hispanic female that voluntarily left her resident in Manassas earlier today.”
*Missing Juvenile* 8.6.2024 at 9:21pm
Here is information about the upcoming National Night Out events in our region. The annual event is tomorrow, August 6, 2024, except Stafford County, which holds its event later in the year.
Manassas Park
A tense situation unfolded in the 8300 block of Georgian Court late last night, resulting in a significant police presence. The incident began around 11:15 p.m. on June 12, 2024, when police surrounded a single residence where an individual was reportedly refusing to come out.
Authorities responded swiftly, ensuring the area was secure and contained. As a precautionary measure, neighbors were advised to stay indoors while the police attempted to resolve the standoff.
On May 20, 2024, the Manassas City Police Department conducted Operation Old Town Slow Down in response to numerous pedestrian complaints. This operation resulted in multiple traffic violations and the arrest of one wanted subject. Later that day, officers responded to a report of a man brandishing a BB gun near Osbourn High School. They arrested the man and found he was lurking in Virginia while wanted by Maryland authorities. Police did not tell us his age.
Dean Park Lane in Manassas has been cordoned off due to a significant police presence, leaving residents and parents concerned about the safety of Dean Elementary School students. Authorities have enacted a “shelter-in-place” protocol at the school as a precautionary measure, but details regarding the cause remain scarce.
Concerns escalated when the nearby Martin K. Alloy Boys and Girls Club announced it would also be on lockdown surrounding the situation.
Manassas City Police Department: On April 22, 2024, at approximately 2:16 a.m., the Manassas City Police Department responded to a 911 call for shots fired in the 9100 block of Winterset Drive.
Upon arrival, officers located several shell casings at the scene. It appeared an occupied single-family residence was struck by gunfire. Officers located the residents who were unharmed.
Prince William Chamber of Commerce press release: The Prince William Chamber of Commerce is proud to be hosting the 38th annual Valor Awards on May 21st at the Hylton Preforming Arts Center. These awards highlight the dedication of these brave individuals and the work they do for the community. Award-winning NBC4 anchor Juliana Valencia emcees the Valor Awards for the third year.
The Valor Awards is a special event that honors first responders that serve the local community and go above and beyond to ensure the safety of others. “BFPE International is proud to support the 2024 Prince William Valor Awards,” said Michelle Thompson, Director of Marketing at BFPE International. “We are in awe of each Valor Award recipient; their dedication and selfless act of heroism is inspiring.”
*Update* 4.10.2024 at 3:36 a.m. We continue to speak with a subject that refuses to come out of his residence. We believe the subject is alone. In order to keep the situation contained police have the area of Wilson Avenue and Weems Road intersection shut down as well part of Portner Avenue. Drivers please use alternate routes. We will update you on any major changes in the status of this investigation.
*Incident Alert* 4.10.2024 at 12:55 a.m. There is a high police presence for an incident at a single family residence on the 8900 block of Wilson Avenue. We ask that you stay out of the area while officers speak with the resident. We believe we have the situation contained to the residence. An update will be provided when one is available.
