Stafford County Sheriff’s Office Archives - Page 9 of 31

Injured Blue Heron Rescued in Argyle Hills, Transported for Care

Published February 17, 2025 at 9:56AM

A blue heron in distress received a helping hand from local law enforcement.

On Saturday, February 8, Deputy O.J. Martins responded to Argyle Hills after receiving a call about an injured bird that was unable to fly. Upon arrival, she located the heron trapped in a backyard, unable to take flight.

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Spotsylvania Man Arrested After Off-Road Crash; DUI, Hit-and-Run, and Motorcycle Theft Reported in Stafford County

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 14, 2025 at 11:45AM

A 27-year-old Spotsylvania man was arrested early Thursday morning after he failed to navigate a T-intersection in Stafford County, sending his vehicle off-road and into a backyard.

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Police Blotter: Dangerous Driver Detained After Pursuit, Body Found in Car

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2025 at 10:56AM | Updated February 13, 2025 at 10:15PM

A wanted Woodbridge man led police on a high-speed chase down I-95 before being captured by Stafford deputies and Virginia State Police. Gideon Owusu, Jr., 31, faces charges including malicious wounding of a police officer, reckless driving, DUI, and larceny. Meanwhile, deputies responded to a fight at Planet Fitness, fraudulent ATM withdrawals, a hit-and-run, and shoplifting at Dollar General and ABC Store. A mailbox was also vandalized with fireworks.

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Police & Fire Blotter: Incidents Reported Across Prince William, Stafford, and Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 11, 2025 at 9:41PM | Updated February 13, 2025 at 10:17PM

Law enforcement and emergency responders in Prince William County, Stafford County, and the City of Manassas handled multiple incidents over the past several days, including a house fire that displaced a family in Woodbridge, two shooting investigations, drug-related arrests, and a series of disturbances and crimes.

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Police Blotter: Fatal Crash, Drone-Assisted Arrest, and Unusual Break-In

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 1:38PM

Stafford deputies seen by drone video making an arrest.

A pedestrian crash in Nokesville claimed the life of a Manassas man, while Stafford deputies used drones and SWAT tactics to track down an armed suspect who fled into the woods. In another unusual case, an intoxicated man mistook a Bible study for a human trafficking operation, forcing his way inside and threatening attendees. Additional incidents include a DUI arrest, multiple fraud cases, stolen vehicles, and public intoxication. Authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity. Click the headline for the full story.

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Police Blotter: Burglary at Tobacco Shop, Warrant Service Leads to Three Arrests, and Increased Police Presence in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 5, 2025 at 5:22PM | Updated February 5, 2025 at 9:58PM

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Today’s police blotter includes a burglary at a Woodbridge tobacco shop where a masked suspect broke in and stole merchandise. In Stafford County, a warrant service turned into a chase, leading to three arrests. Deputies also responded to fraud cases, a swatting incident, and vandalism involving a family dispute. In Prince William County, three juveniles at a shelter assaulted a staff member and stole his keys before fleeing, resulting in robbery charges. Meanwhile, Manassas City police responded to an increased presence at Pristine Court and Hood Road for an ongoing investigation, later confirming there was no threat to the public.

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Police Blotter: Postal Worker Robbed at Gunpoint; Teens Charged for Distributing THC Gummies

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 4, 2025 at 6:25PM | Updated February 4, 2025 at 8:11PM

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A Stafford man was arrested for assault after attacking a victim with a wooden slat on Anvil Road. In a separate incident, a dog owner fought off an aggressive attacker using a toy at Monarch Court. A juvenile fight at a Domino’s Pizza caused property damage, leading to charges. In Prince William County, a postal worker was robbed in Woodbridge, and a Manassas man is wanted for strangulation and domestic assault. Another Manassas man was arrested for a similar crime. Two teenagers at Potomac High School were charged with distributing THC gummies after several students suffered adverse reactions.

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Fatal Crash in Nokesville and Bomb Threat on Stafford School Bus Under Investigation

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 31, 2025 at 2:39PM

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DUI Arrests, Fraud Cases, and Townhome Fire Highlight Recent Incidents

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 30, 2025 at 8:49AM | Updated January 30, 2025 at 1:15PM

On Tuesday afternoon, emergency units were dispatched to a townhouse fire in the 15600 block of Mendoza Lane, Woodbridge. Crews arrived to find light smoke showing and quickly located the fire in a first-floor utility closet. The fire had spread to the upper floors through a void space that housed ductwork and other utilities.

The fire was quickly extinguished, and while the townhouse sustained moderate damage, the adjoining homes were not affected. One adult occupant was transported to a nearby medical facility for evaluation of non-life-threatening injuries. No other injuries were reported.

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Armed Robbery, Vandalisms, and Assaults Under Investigation

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 27, 2025 at 3:46PM | Updated January 31, 2025 at 1:37PM

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On January 26, around 11:33 p.m., two men, ages 19 and 21, were robbed at gunpoint at the Gardens of Crestwood Village on Provincial Drive. Suspects, described as Black males with thin builds, brandished firearms and stole various items, including a camera and recording equipment, before fleeing in a Toyota Camry. One victim was struck with a firearm and sustained minor injuries.

Brandishing Incident in Dumfries

Police responded to the Red Roof Inn on Dumfries Road on January 25 at 4:00 a.m. after a man reported being threatened with a firearm by an acquaintance of a female companion. The suspect fled before officers arrived. No injuries or shots were reported.

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