PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – After more than three decades of dedicated service, Major Kevin Hughart is retiring from the Prince William County Police Department, closing a chapter defined by integrity, mentorship, and community leadership. Stepping into his role is Major Jaime Pavol, a 22-year department veteran and county native who will serve as the new Assistant Chief of the Support Services Division.

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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.

A black snake found inside the Stafford County Courthouse was safely removed Thursday morning without objection—or appeal.

Deputies discovered the snake slithering down a hallway and quickly intervened. First Sergeant E.D. Chinault apprehended the reptile, humorously dubbed “Rocky Bal-Boa,” and relocated it to nearby woods.

The courthouse remained open, and no injuries were reported during the unconventional eviction.

Woodbridge

Fatal crash in Dale City

A woman died following a two-car crash on Dale Boulevard in Prince William County.

The crash occurred at 6:57 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at the intersection of Dale Boulevard and Barksdale Street. Investigators said the driver of a 2008 Honda Civic was heading east on Dale Boulevard and attempted to turn left toward Barksdale Street while the signal flashed amber. As the car turned across westbound lanes, it collided with a 2020 Honda Civic.

The passenger in the 2008 Honda, Evangelina Castro, 32, of Woodbridge, was extricated from the vehicle and taken to a local hospital, where she later died. The driver, a 34-year-old Woodbridge man, suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the 2020 Honda, a 23-year-old Woodbridge man, remained at the scene and was uninjured. Police say speed appears to have been a factor.

Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact Prince William County Police.

Stafford 

Springfield man assaults deputy outside Stafford motel

Deputies were called to the Motel 6 on Richmond Highway around 9:36 p.m. for a report of a man sleeping on the cement outside. They found 28-year-old Jacob Jones curled in the fetal position, smelling of alcohol. Jones admitted to having “one or two drinks” before becoming combative and assaulting a deputy twice. The deputy was not injured.

Jones resisted during his transport to the magistrate and was charged with public intoxication, two counts of assault on law enforcement, and obstruction of justice. He is being held on a $10,000 secured bond.

Truck not stolen—just forgotten, say Stafford deputies

Deputies responded to a reported stolen truck on Laurel Drive at 4:13 p.m. May 1. The caller, who showed signs of intoxication, claimed his vehicle had been stolen.

Security footage later revealed the man had simply forgotten where he parked. The truck was found a short distance away. The man was charged with public intoxication and filing a false police report and held on a $1,000 secured bond.

iPad thief caught en route to court

At 9:10 a.m. May 1, a distributor at Sheetz on Wyche Road reported his iPad had been stolen. Surveillance footage helped identify a suspect who was later stopped on his way to court. The man admitted to the theft, and the iPad was recovered in nearby woods. He was charged with larceny and held without bond.

Three vehicles broken into in Stafford

Deputies responded to three separate larcenies on May 1:

Duff Park: A Ram truck’s window was broken and a wallet was stolen.
Sol to Soul Yoga: An Acura’s window was smashed and a gym bag was taken but later recovered nearby.
Meadows Farms Nursery: A Mercedes had its window shattered and a purse was stolen.
Investigations are ongoing.

Walmart employee drinks on the job, cited for shoplifting

At 10:40 a.m. on May 1, deputies responded to Walmart on Garrisonville Road, where staff reported an employee had opened a six-pack of beer in the breakroom and consumed it without paying. The employee was issued a summons for shoplifting.

Unknown suspect assaults man on Olympic Drive

At 1:22 a.m. May 1, a man reported being assaulted by a stranger on Olympic Drive. The victim sustained minor injuries. Deputies located the suspect, who was charged with assault and battery and held on a $5,000 secured bond.

Fugitive from Indiana turns himself in

A man wanted in Indiana for violating felony probation turned himself in at the Ford T. Humphrey Public Safety Building on May 1. He was charged as a fugitive from justice and is being held without bond.

Prince William County police have identified Joseph Anthony Cassell, 26, as the man who died during an officer-involved shooting on April 26, 2025, inside an apartment at Westminster at Lake Ridge Senior Living Home, located at 12191 Clipper Drive. The investigation remains active and is being led by the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT). More information will be released when available.

Here’s the full press release:

Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation DECEASED IDENTIFIED – Prince William County police have identified the man who died during an officer-involved shooting that occurred inside an apartment within the Westminster at Lake Ridge Senior Living Home located at 12191 Clipper Drive in Woodbridge (22192) on April 26. The deceased was identified as Joseph Anthony CASSELL, 26. The investigation into the encounter between the officers and the deceased remains active and led by the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT). More information will be released when available. The investigation continues.

Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation [Previously Released] – On April 26 at 9:58AM, two Prince William County police officers were involved in an officer-involved shooting at the Westminster at Lake Ridge Senior Living Home located in the 12100 block of Clipper Drive in Woodbridge (22192).

Preliminarily, officers were called to the scene in reference to a male in crisis who was armed with a knife. Upon making contact with the male inside the residence he approached the officers with the knife.

Officers gave the man commands which he disregarded. The officers discharged their service weapons firing multiple rounds. After the initial confrontation with the officers, the man then began to attack the victim, identified as a 91-year-old woman, leading to officers discharging their weapons again. Officers provided first aid to both the male and the female. The female was flown to an area hospital for serious injuries and is expected to recover. The male died at the scene.

No officers were injured during the incident, which remained contained to the residence. During the investigation officers determined the parties involved were related.

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Two Prince William County police officers were involved in an officer-involved shooting on April 26, 2025, at 9:58 a.m. at the Westminster at Lake Ridge Senior Living Home, located in the 12100 block of Clipper Drive in Woodbridge (22192).

Officers responded to a call about a male in crisis armed with a knife. Upon making contact with the man inside the residence, he approached the officers with the weapon. After the man disregarded commands, the officers discharged their service weapons, firing multiple rounds. Following the initial confrontation, the man attacked a 91-year-old woman, leading the officers to discharge their weapons again.

Officers provided first aid to both the male and the female. The woman was flown to an area hospital with serious injuries and is expected to recover. The male died at the scene. No officers were injured, and the incident remained contained to the residence.

Investigators determined the involved parties were related. Another adult female was inside the residence at the time but was not injured. The identity of the deceased, preliminarily identified as a 26-year-old man, is pending confirmation.

At the request of Chief Peter Newsham, the Prince William County Police Department requested the regional Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) to conduct an independent investigation. The officers involved will be placed on routine administrative leave. More information will be released when available. The investigation continues.

Here’s the full press release:

Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation – On April 26 at 9:58AM, two Prince William County police officers were involved in an officer-involved shooting at the Westminster at Lake Ridge Senior Living Home located in the 12100 block of Clipper Drive in Woodbridge (22192). Preliminarily, officers were called to the scene in reference to a male in crisis who was armed with a knife.

Upon making contact with the male inside the residence he approached the officers with the knife. Officers gave the man commands which he disregarded. The officers discharged their service weapons firing multiple rounds. After the initial confrontation with the officers, the man then began to attack the victim, identified as a 91-year-old woman, leading to officers discharging their weapons again.

Officers provided first aid to both the male and the female. The female was flown to an area hospital for serious injuries and is expected to recover. The male died at the scene. No officers were injured during the incident, which remained contained to the residence.

During the investigation officers determined the parties involved were related. There was also one additional adult female inside the residence during the incident who was not injured. The identity of the deceased, preliminarily identified as a 26-year-old man, is waiting to be confirmed.

The Prince William County Police Department, at the request of Chief Peter Newsham, has requested the regional Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) to oversee the investigation as an independent body. The involved officers will be placed on routine administrative leave. More information will be released when available. The investigation continues.

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The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy graduated its 60th Basic Law Enforcement Session on Friday, April 25, 2025, during a ceremony at Chapel Springs Church in Bristow. The graduating class included 17 Prince William County Police officers and one Prince William County Sheriff’s deputy. Each graduate completed 24 weeks of training in areas such as firearms, use-of-force decision making, driver training, legal training, patrol techniques, criminal investigation, and crash investigation. Police officers typically start with an annual salary of $62,000.

Here’s the full press release:

Police Basic Recruit School Graduates Today

The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 60th Session graduated on Friday, April 25, 2025, in a ceremony at Chapel Springs Church in Bristow. This class was composed of 17 Prince William County Police officers and one Prince William County Sheriff’s deputy.

The 18 men and women completed a 24-week course of training in all aspects of police work, including classes in firearms, use-of-force decision making, driver training, legal training, patrol techniques, criminal investigation and crash investigation. Brief biographies of each graduate follow:

Dalen T. Armeni is a graduate of Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, with a bachelor’s degree in history. He serves in the Army National Guard at the rank of Second Lieutenant. Additionally, he was the Class Guide of the 60th Session. Officer Armeni is assigned to work patrol in western Prince William County.

Justin L. Barnes is a graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State College in Blacksburg, with bachelor’s degrees in criminology and sociology. He serves in the U.S. Army Reserves at the rank of First Lieutenant. Officer Barnes is assigned to patrol in eastern Prince William County.

Gabriella M. Butcher is a graduate of North Carolina State University in Raleigh, with a bachelor’s degree in criminology. She has family in law enforcement. Officer Butcher is assigned to patrol in eastern Prince William County.

Ty M. Clingerman is a graduate of Randolph College in Lynchburg, Va., with a master’s degree in coaching and sports leadership and bachelor’s degrees in sociology and psychology. He has family in law enforcement. Additionally, he was the Class Vice President of the 60th Session. Officer Clingerman is assigned to patrol in central Prince William County.

Reese W. Creadon attends the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Va., and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in political science. Officer Creadon is assigned to patrol in central Prince William County.

Waghma Ghairat is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University in State College, with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. She speaks Farsi, Urdu, and Pashto. Officer Ghairat is assigned to patrol in central Prince William County.

Michael J. Labella, IV is a graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State College in Blacksburg, with a bachelor’s degree in criminology. Officer M. Labella is assigned to patrol in central Prince William County.

Ryan P. Labella is a graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State College in Blacksburg, with a bachelor’s degree in criminology. Officer R. Labella is assigned to patrol in western Prince William County.

Selvin J. Milian Garcia is a graduate of Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Comercials Romulo Gallegos in Guatemala City, Guatemala, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He speaks Spanish. Additionally, he was the Class President of the 60th Session. Officer Milian Garcia is assigned to work patrol in western Prince William County.

Michael P. Nowell is a graduate of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va., with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Officer Nowell is assigned to work patrol in central Prince William County.

Jamal P. Ortte is a graduate of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va., with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. He has family in public safety. Deputy Ortte is assigned to the Sheriff’s Office.

Melensky Saint Louis is a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York, with an associate degree in criminal justice. He has family in law enforcement, and he speaks Haitian Creole and French. Officer Saint Louis is assigned to work patrol in eastern Prince William County.

Abdul M. Sami is a graduate of ECPI University in Manassas with an associate degree in cybersecurity. Officer Sami is assigned to work patrol in eastern Prince William County.

Guillermo Sanchez is a graduate of Paoli Junior-Senior High School in Paoli, Ind. He worked as a corrections officer in Louisville prior to joining this Department. He speaks Spanish. Officer Sanchez is assigned to patrol in western Prince William County.

Adam D. Snover is a graduate of Frazier Mountain High School in Lebec, Calif., and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science and cyber security at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. He serves in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve at the rank of Sergeant. He has family in law enforcement. Officer Snover is assigned to work patrol in western Prince William County.

Travis O. Tracey is a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York, with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Officer Tracey is assigned to work patrol in central Prince William County.

Aidan W. Wiecki is a graduate of Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, Maine, with a bachelor’s degree in vessel operations and technology. Officer Wiecki is assigned to work patrol in eastern Prince William County.

As the need for highly skilled and capable law enforcement officers increases, the Department continues to seek qualified applicants for police officer positions. All interested applicants are encouraged to contact the Prince William County Police Recruiting at (703) 792-7924 or visit the Department’s website at www.joinpwcpd.org. You can also find us on social media.

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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.

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.

Prince William County:

Road Rage Shooting – Suspect at Large

Dale Blvd & Forestdale Ave (Dale City) – April 2, 2025
A man was shot at during a road rage incident while driving on Dale Blvd. The suspect, described as a Black male in his 30s with dreadlocks, fired multiple rounds before fleeing. The victim’s vehicle was struck, but no injuries were reported. Police are actively searching for the suspect.

Armed Robbery at Gas Station

Wawa – 13303 Telegraph Rd (Woodbridge) – April 1, 2025
A clerk was held at gunpoint by a masked suspect demanding cash. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of money and fled on foot. No injuries were reported. The suspect is described as a Black male, approximately 5’10”, wearing all black clothing and a ski mask.

Assault on Police Officer

Prince William Pkwy & Hoadly Rd – April 1, 2025
A traffic stop turned violent when a driver became combative, striking an officer. The suspect, identified as Johnathan Parker, 32, of Manassas, was arrested and charged with assaulting an officer and resisting arrest.

Hit-and-Run Driver Crashes into Business

Sudley Rd (Manassas) – April 2, 2025
A driver lost control and crashed into a storefront before fleeing the scene. The business sustained major damage, but no injuries were reported. Police are reviewing surveillance footage to identify the suspect.

Stafford County:

Drug Bust at Local Church – Multiple Arrests

Victory Church (Garrisonville Rd) – April 1, 2025
A major drug operation was uncovered at a local church, where deputies found large amounts of narcotics and cash. Several individuals were arrested, and more charges are expected as the investigation continues.

DUI – Suspect Found Passed Out at Intersection

Route 610 & Mine Rd – April 2, 2025
Deputies discovered a driver unconscious at a red light with an open bottle of liquor in his lap. The suspect, a 36-year-old male from Stafford, was arrested for DUI and reckless driving.

Residential Burglary – Suspect Caught on Camera

Austin Ridge Dr – April 1, 2025
A homeowner reported a break-in caught on a Ring camera. The suspect forced entry through the back door and stole electronics before fleeing. Police are working to identify the suspect.

Vandalism – Vehicles Keyed in Parking Lot

Target – 1090 Stafford Market Pl – April 1, 2025
Multiple vehicles were keyed in the parking lot. Victims reported deep scratches along the sides of their cars. Surveillance footage is being reviewed.