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Man Charged in Dumfries Road Rage Incident

Published November 8, 2024 at 10:34AM

On October 22, a 28-year-old man was arrested and charged with brandishing a firearm in connection to a road rage incident on April 26 in Dumfries. The investigation revealed that during a verbal altercation at an intersection, the suspect brandished a firearm at another driver, but no shots were fired and no injuries occurred.

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UPDATE: Man Charged in Fatal Crash Near Manassas

By Aya Karouane

Published November 8, 2024 at 10:34AM

On November 6, the driver of a 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter van was charged with careless driving following a fatal crash on November 4 near Manassas, which killed a 90-year-old pedestrian. The investigation determined that distracted driving contributed to the collision, and the driver was issued a court summons for the traffic violation.

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Man, 90, Struck and Killed

By Aya Karouane

Published November 5, 2024 at 12:28PM

On November 4, a pedestrian was struck by a 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter van while walking on the shoulder of Lake Jackson Dr. near Manassas and later died from his injuries. The driver, a 68-year-old man, remained at the scene, and investigators are seeking witnesses as the investigation continues, with charges pending.

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Prince William County Police Honored for Outstanding Auto Theft Prevention

By Aya Karouane

Published November 5, 2024 at 9:30AM

The Virginia State Police HEAT program awarded five police departments and seventeen individuals for efforts in reducing vehicle theft across the Commonwealth during an event on August 26. Notably, the Prince William County Police Department won the top award for departments serving populations over 100,000, highlighting its significant contributions to auto theft enforcement.

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Teen Charged in Montclair 7-Eleven Robbery

By Aya Karouane

Published November 5, 2024 at 7:30AM

On October 26, a 16-year-old male juvenile from Woodbridge was charged in connection to an armed robbery at a 7-Eleven in Dumfries on March 5. In addition, on November 1, a different suspect committed two other armed robberies in Woodbridge and was later identified driving a stolen truck, with the investigation ongoing.

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Prince William Prescription Drug Take-Back Nets Nearly 400 Pounds

By Aya Karouane

Published November 4, 2024 at 12:00PM

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The Prince William County Police Department collected 393 pounds of unused and expired prescription drugs and vaping devices during the DEA’s national Drug Take-Back event on October 26, 2024.

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Suspect Wanted for Carjacking Near Dale City

By Aya Karouane

Published November 1, 2024 at 6:50PM | Updated November 2, 2024 at 10:50AM

On October 31, officers responded to a robbery investigation near Manassas involving a victim who arranged to sell his vehicle through Facebook Marketplace. The suspect brandished a firearm, demanded the victim’s phone, and drove off with the vehicle, but later returned it before fleeing on foot; all property was recovered.

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Put Your Child’s Halloween’s Candy Under an X-Ray Here

By Aya Karouane

Published October 29, 2024 at 11:56AM

Halloween Cupcakes bought at Sam's Club Woodbridge, VA 10/31/2014

Patient First is offering free safety blinkers at their medical centers to enhance visibility during trick-or-treating. Additionally, they will provide free digital X-ray imaging of Halloween candy from October 27 to November 1, allowing parents to check for foreign objects.

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Halloween Is Right Around the Corner: Remember these Safety Tips

By Aya Karouane

Published October 24, 2024 at 8:47AM

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As Halloween approaches on October 31, 2024, Prince William Police Department encourages parents to prioritize their children’s safety while trick-or-treating by following essential tips, such as wearing light colors, using flashlights, and going in groups. Additionally, children should only visit familiar homes, wait until they’re home to eat treats, and parents should check all candy before consumption.

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October is Pedestrian Safety Month: Use Crosswalks for Safety

By Aya Karouane

Published October 8, 2024 at 8:00AM

October is Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Prince William Police Department is urging both pedestrians and drivers to prioritize safety on the roads. Drivers must stop for pedestrians in all crosswalks, while pedestrians are encouraged to use marked crosswalks and follow safety tips to avoid accidents.

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