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Prince William County police are thanking local partners and residents after another successful Santa Cops fundraiser and shopping event that spread holiday cheer across the community.
The annual program, run in partnership with the Fraternal Order of Police Battlefield Lodge 43, local businesses, and volunteer organizations, helps provide holiday gifts and essentials to area children. The police department shared its gratitude on Facebook following the conclusion of Part II of the event.
A 17-year-old male from Springfield was arrested for malicious wounding after a stabbing incident at Orchard Mills Apartments in Woodbridge. The incident occurred during a gathering on November 30, where the accused stabbed a 16-year-old male multiple times. Another juvenile also suffered a minor injury. Both victims were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
In another incident, a strong-arm robbery occurred at Smoketown Station shopping center in Woodbridge. A 37-year-old man was approached by a woman who entered his vehicle and demanded money. The suspect, identified as Georgina Megan Regazzi, 27, was later arrested.
“Do you know an MCPS educator who goes above and beyond every single day?” Manassas City Public Schools posted. “Now’s your chance to recognize them! Nominations are open for the Mary V. Bicouvaris Virginia Teacher of the Year.”
“Whether they inspire students, lead with innovation, or build meaningful connections in and beyond the classroom — let’s give them the spotlight they deserve,” the school division stated.
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Units responded around 1:30 p.m. to the 7900 block of Flager Circle and found a three-story townhouse with a fire spreading from the garage. Firefighters were told that two people were trapped on the upper floor and needed immediate help. Crews entered the home, located the victims, and safely rescued them.
All three occupants—two rescued from inside the home and another—were transported to a nearby medical facility. Their conditions have not been released.
Prince William County supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 16, on a proposed countywide fund that would provide grants to homeowners and homeowner associations facing costly soil and foundation repairs.
The hearing is scheduled for 2 p.m. at the Prince William County Government Center, 1 County Complex Court, in Woodbridge. The Board of County Supervisors is expected to hear public comment and may vote on whether to adopt the ordinance following the hearing.
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