Stafford County Sheriff’s Office

A Stafford County resident reported losing $260,000 in a cryptocurrency scam conducted through WhatsApp. The fraudulent scheme involved a supposed data mining company that initially provided successful returns but later demanded more funds and issued threats. The victim made multiple wire transfers before realizing the scam.

In another incident, a resident’s identity was compromised after applying for a job through a fake website. The victim provided personal and banking information as part of a bogus onboarding process.

In Stafford County, a fraud incident was reported on Regiment Lane where an unauthorized Verizon account was opened in the victim’s name. Deputy C. M. Hidalgo is investigating the case.

Several larcenies occurred on October 21. At Wawa on Eustace Road, four individuals stole numerous items. Later, at CVS on McWhirt Loop, two people took a large quantity of cosmetics. Additionally, at Jiffy Lube on Warrenton Road, a customer left without paying for an oil change.

Stafford County authorities are investigating multiple fraud incidents. On Decatur Road, a victim reported an unauthorized loan taken out in their name. Another case on Courthouse Road involved a scam where a victim was falsely informed of a warrant and persuaded to wire money for fines.

In a separate incident, vandalism was reported at Brooks Park where unknown individuals wrote on bathroom stall doors.

In Stafford County, three individuals were arrested for driving under the influence in separate incidents. The most serious incident involved a driver, Amber Johnson, 27, of Alexandria, who was stopped at the intersection of Centreport Parkway and Richmond Highway. She was charged with DUI with a blood alcohol content above .20 and reckless driving, and was held on a secured bond.

Earlier, a traffic stop on the 500 Block of Warrenton Road led to the arrest of Kimberly Benson, 43, of Renton, Washington. Benson was charged with DUI and received a summons for an illegal U-turn. She was released on an unsecured bond.

In other incidents, vandalism occurred at Shoppers Food Warehouse where a bathroom door was damaged. Additionally, a fraud case was reported on Debra Drive involving unauthorized attempts to open a bank account using a resident’s information.

There were also reports of theft at My Eye Dr. and Walmart Neighborhood Market, where eyeglass frames and steaks were stolen, respectively.

A robbery attempt at a Tobacco Hut on South Gateway Drive led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Stafford man. The suspect brandished a knife and threatened the store clerk, demanding money. After fleeing the scene, he was apprehended by deputies with the knife still in his possession. He is charged with attempted robbery and is being held without bond.

In another incident, a 39-year-old Stafford man was arrested for DUI on Warrenton Road. The driver, found with a revoked license and refusing a breath test, faces multiple charges, including DUI and driving without an ignition interlock.

In a separate incident, a 26-year-old woman from District Heights, Md., was arrested for shoplifting at a Target store. She attempted to leave with concealed items and initially provided a false name to law enforcement. She is being held on a secured bond.

Additionally, two fraud cases were reported involving unauthorized credit card activities in Stafford County. Investigations into these incidents are ongoing.

An incident occurred at Stafford Middle School on October 1, 2025, when a student made verbal threats and displayed a knife while on the school bus, according to the Stafford sheriff’s office.

Deputy R.L. Beasley, who was performing his School Resource Officer duties, was informed of the situation. With the assistance of school staff, the knife was confiscated, and the student was charged with weapon possession on school property and threats to kill, according to the Stafford sheriff’s office.

A case of credit card fraud was reported on Coventry Court when a juvenile family member used a victim’s credit card information without permission. The incident is under investigation, and criminal complaints are pending.

At Walmart on Garrisonville Road, a male suspect attempted to steal items by concealing them in his clothing. He exited the store and entered a Chevrolet Malibu, after which a female accomplice returned the items for a gift card. Authorities are working to identify the suspects.

NORTH STAFFORD, Va. – A standoff in the Garrison Woods subdivision ended late Friday night with the arrest of a wanted woman and a second man who was also wanted out of Fairfax County.

Deputies spotted a 33-year-old woman in the kitchen of a home during a routine foot patrol around 10:42 p.m. When deputies tried to make contact, she allegedly turned off the lights and ignored commands to surrender. Three men inside complied and exited, but the woman continued to shout obscenities at law enforcement.