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Prince William police: “Possession of a Firearm on School Grounds – On November 18 at 5:32PM, officers assigned to an off-duty security detail for a non-school related football game on the grounds of Potomac High School, 3401 Panther Pride Dr. in Dumfries (22026), were notified of a man in possession of firearm. The investigation revealed while event security personnel were checking bags at the entrance of the football stadium, they located a firearm in the bag of a man, identified as the accused, and refused to let him enter the stadium area.”

“Event security then notified police who observed the accused get into a vehicle and being to leave the parking lot. Officers conducted a vehicle stop on Panther Pride Dr. where officers observed a firearm inside the vehicle and the accused was detained without incident. While investigating the incident, officers located two additional firearms inside the vehicle. Officers determined at no point were any of the firearms brandished or used to threaten anyone on the school grounds. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Albert Trayvon SMITH, was arrested.”


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Prince William Police Department: Fraud Investigation – “On November 16 at 1:51 p.m., officers responded to investigate a scam that was reported to have occurred to a resident located in the 16000 block of Fairway Drive in Dumfries earlier that morning around 9:30 a.m.”

“The investigation revealed the victim, a 65-year-old woman, gave a large amount of money under the false pretenses of helping a family member who was allegedly involved in a vehicle crash. The victim reportedly received a phone call and spoke to different individuals who claimed to be the family member involved in the crash, a police officer, and a public defender.”


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Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation: “Virginia State Parks will host the annual #OptOutside event to encourage people to take a break from indoor activities and opt to spend time outdoors instead. The campaign will run from Nov. 24 through Nov. 26 at all Virginia State Park locations.”

“Park guests of all ages can indulge in self-guided and ranger-led activities to create Thanksgiving memories. Guests are encouraged to hike, bike or star watch and experience nature while enjoying one of Virginia’s forty-two state parks.”


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Marine Corps Marathon Organization: “Jonathan Ladson of Woodbridge, age 32, defended his championship as the Turkey Trot overall winner on Saturday, November 18. He finished first of 923 runners in this morning’s Turkey Trot 10K, presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods and Tour Stafford, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.”

“Ladson crossed the finish line first with a time of 33:31, besting last year’s time by 27 seconds. His inspiration came from his daughter, who overcame a health scare in September which almost took her life.”


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Veterans Growing America held its weekly veteran business pop-up store this past Saturday.

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3:30 p.m. Update from Virginia State Police: “At 5:08 a.m. Sunday (Nov. 19, 2023), Virginia State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash in Prince William County. A tractor-trailer and a sedan collided in the southbound lanes of I-95 at the 156 mile marker. The tractor-trailer struck the pillar supporting the flyover ramp, which caused the trailer to rip open and lose its contents.”

“While the driver of the sedan was being treated by EMS at the scene, he left the ambulance and fled the scene on foot. State police are following up on several leads regarding his location.”


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Prince William Virginia: “Our 2nd annual Holiday Walk of Lights is back this year. Experience the holiday season as you walk down a path of unique, hand-crafted light displays at Neabsco Regional Park. Bring family and friends. Runs through December 23, 2023.”

The event is free with no registration required. The event can be found at Neabsco Regional Park, 15125 Blackburn Road Woodbridge. Any additional information can be found online.


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Prince William Police Department: Shooting into a Residential Dwelling – On November 14 at 11:54 p.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 14300 block of Hope Street in Woodbridge to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed multiple shots were fired which struck the residence and the homeowner’s unoccupied vehicle. Officers located shell casings in the roadway. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.”

Residential Burglary – On November 14 at 5:11 p.m., officers responded to the Elevations One Apartments located in the 14300 block of Bellona Road in Woodbridge to investigate a burglary. The investigation revealed an unknown man entered the unsecured front door of an apartment and took a laptop before leaving. The suspect was described as a black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, green pants, and carrying a black/white backpack.”


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Prince William police: “The Crime Prevention Unit of the Prince William County Police Department hosts a Neighborhood Watch training on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at 6 p.m. Participants will learn how to work with the Police Department to keep their neighborhoods safer.”

“The free training will be at Brickyard Coworking, 2700 Neabsco Common Pl., Suite 101, Woodbridge (22191).”


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Prince William Police Department: Malicious Wounding *ARREST – On November 12, the suspect sought in connection to the stabbing that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 10200 block of Farragut Court in Manassas on October 29, was arrested. The accused, identified as Maynor LEMUS AMAYA, turned himself in to police without incident. Arrested on November 12: Maynor LEMUS AMAYA, 28, of 10223 Farragut Court in Manassas. Charged with malicious wounding and assault & battery. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”

Malicious Wounding *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED [Previously Released] – On November 7, officers identified the suspect sought in connection to the stabbing that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 10200 block of Farragut Court in Manassas on October 29. Officers obtained arrest warrants for the suspect, identified as Maynor LEMUS AMAYA. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful.”


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