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Published June 25, 2024 at 2:38PM

Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Friday, June 21, 2024, at 2:29 p.m. on Interstate 66 westbound at the 46-mile marker in Prince William County.

A disabled 2019 Hyundai Tucson had pulled off the interstate onto the right shoulder. A 2018 Isuzu NPR HD truck, traveling westbound on Interstate 66, departed the right side of the interstate and collided with the disabled Tucson. The Tucson struck the jersey wall and was pushed approximately 400 feet along the shoulder.

Prince William

One Person Killed in Crash on Interstate 66 Near Gainesville

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 21, 2024 at 3:43PM

The crash involved a disabled vehicle that had stopped on the highway. According to initial reports, the stationary vehicle was struck by a second car traveling westbound. The force of the collision led to at least one fatality.

Emergency responders arrived promptly, and the scene was secured for an investigation and clean-up. The identity of the deceased has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.

Fairfax

Trooper injured, car mangled in I-495 crash involving alcohol

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 12, 2024 at 10:21AM

[Photo: Virginia State Police]

According to police, the sedan driver refused to cooperate with the trooper’s attempts to move the vehicle to a safer location on the shoulder. During this interaction, a Jeep Cherokee struck a tractor-trailer that had stopped due to the sedan blocking the travel lane. The collision caused the Jeep to spin and hit the trooper’s patrol car, then struck the sedan and the trooper.

The trooper sustained minor injuries and was transported to Fairfax INOVA Hospital for evaluation. The patrol car’s emergency lights were activated during the incident.

News

Police Find Missing Manassas Park Teen

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 17, 2024 at 2:07PM

The Virginia State Police issued a Missing Endangered Child Alert on May 17, 2024, at 3:15 a.m. on behalf of the Manassas Park Police Department. Bolender, described as a White male, 5′ 7″ tall, weighing 130 pounds, with green eyes and brown hair, was last seen on May 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM on Andrew Drive in Manassas Park, Virginia. He was possibly wearing a black jacket, blue shirt, light blue jeans, and black Nike shoes.

Bolender’s disappearance was considered a credible threat to his health and safety due to his need for medication. The alert and search for Bolender involved multiple agencies and community efforts.

Breaking News

Single-engine Cessna overturns in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 14, 2024 at 10:00PM

Onboard was the pilot and one passenger. Neither one was injured.

The FAA and NTSB have been notified. The investigation remains ongoing.

Prince William

I-66 police pursuit leads to arrest

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 14, 2024 at 3:22PM

Virignia State Police: At 1 p.m., Sunday, April 14, Virginia State Police initiated a traffic stop on a Toyota Sienna traveling east on Interstate 66 at the 17-mile marker in Fauquier County. The traffic violation was for no state inspection.

The Toyota refused to stop, and a pursuit was initiated. The Toyota continued into Prince William County, eventually crashing on eastbound Interstate 66 at the 45-mile marker. The Toyota’s driver, an adult male, was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

VA State Police offer safety course after death of five motorcyclists

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published April 12, 2024 at 3:30PM | Updated April 14, 2024 at 2:25PM

VA State Police Motor Troops will conduct the safety courses.

Virginia State Police are offering a free skills and safety course taught by VA State Police Motors Troops. The announcement follows the death of five motorcyclists on VA roads this week.

Prince William

Fatal two-vehicle car crash on Interstate-95 under investigation

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 10, 2024 at 11:47AM

Virginia State Police press release): The Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred Monday (April 8, 2024) at 3:30 a.m. on Interstate 95 northbound at the 151-mile marker.

A 1986 GMC pickup was driving northbound on I95 when the driver ran off the road left, struck the guardrail, overcorrected and then struck a 2023 Kia Telluride. The Telluride was also travelling north. The GMC pickup then rolled over twice.

Quantico

Pedestrian struck on I-95 near Quantico

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 4, 2024 at 2:16PM

State police tell us:

Virginia State Police is investigating a crash involving a pedestrian and two vehicles which occurred at 8:45 a.m. Monday (April 1, 2024) on Interstate 95 southbound at the 148-mile marker in Prince William County.

Virginia State Police introduces ‘Pathway to Trooper’ program to tackle recruitment challenges

By Potomac Local News

Published March 25, 2024 at 5:12PM | Updated March 26, 2024 at 4:17PM

The “Pathway to Trooper” program targets young adults aged 18 to 20 who aspire to become State Troopers but are currently ineligible due to age restrictions.

Applicants must be 21 years old by the time they graduate from the Academy. The statewide agency tells Potomac Local that the “Pathway to Trooper” program recognizes the potential of younger candidates and offers a solution by providing employment opportunities within the department while these individuals await eligibility for trooper training.