Sexual Battery – On September 21 at 1:20PM, police responded to investigate a sexual assault which was reported to have occurred in the area of the Cloverdale 7-Eleven located at 14820 Cloverdale Rd in Woodbridge (22193).
The victim, a 15 year old female of Woodbridge, reported to police that she was walking in the 14800 block of Danville Rd when she was approached by an unknown man. The man began to ask her questions and followed her to the area of the 7-Eleven on Cloverdale Rd.
Once there, the victim attempted to walk past the man. At this point, the man exposed himself and touched the victim inappropriately. No injuries were reported. Police and detectives canvassed the surrounding neighborhoods with the attached bulletin.
A K?9 was also utilized in the search.
Lookout:
Light skinned black male, between 30 & 35 years of age, 5’9”?6”, thin build with a black goatee tied in two braids
Last seen wearing blue jeans, white shirt, black hat and sunglasses
Aggravated Malicious Wounding – On September 21 at 9:25PM, police responded to the 1500 block of Walnut St in Woodbridge (22191) for an assault. The victim, a 21 year old man of Woodbridge, reported to police that he and the accused, a known acquaintance, were involved in a verbal altercation which escalated.
During the encounter, the accused grabbed a baseball bat and struck the victim. The accused fled prior to police arrival.
Officers set up a perimeter around the neighborhood. A police K?9 was utilized in the search and located the accused in the 1500 block of Featherstone Rd. The victim was transported to an area hospital with non?life threatening injuries.
Arrested:
Marvin Jose AYALA?URRUTIA, 20, of 1517Walnut St in Woodbridge
Charged with aggravated malicious wounding
Court date set for October 24, 2012, held WITHOUT bond
Armed Robbery – On September 21 at 10:49PM, police responded to the Papa Johns located at 4814 Dale Blvd in Woodbridge (22193) for a robbery. Employees reported to police that an unknown man entered the store and approached the counter.
Once at the counter, the man displayed a handgun and demanded money. The man took an undisclosed amount of U.S.
Currency from the register before fleeing the store on foot. No injuries were reported.
Lookout:
Black male, between 20 & 30 years of age, 6’ / 169lbs, thin build with short black hair
and brown eyes
Last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, gray shirt, dark jeans, dark shoes and a
white bandana over his face
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A townhouse fire in Woodbridge displaced a family of five late Saturday afternoon after flames spread from the rear of the home into the attic.
Fire and rescue units responded at approximately 3:45 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, to the 3400 block of Aviary Way, near Lake Ridge Elementary School, after a resident reported seeing smoke coming from the back of their home. When crews arrived, they found smoke and flames moving up the rear of the house and into the attic. Firefighters quickly contained and extinguished the fire.
No injuries were reported, but the home sustained moderate damage. The Building Official declared the residence unsafe for occupancy. The American Red Cross assists two adults and three children displaced by the fire.
A suspect in a bank robbery on Route 3 was arrested thanks to a tip leading authorities to a Fredericksburg hotel.
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According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, the robbery occurred at Truist Bank, located at 3600 Plank Road, next to Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. A bank employee called 911 to report that a man had entered the bank and demanded money. The employee complied with the demands, and the suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Authorities confirmed that the suspect did not display a weapon during the robbery, and no injuries were reported. Witnesses at the scene provided law enforcement with a description of the suspect’s getaway vehicle, which was identified as a copper/orange pickup truck.
Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditions—no plane ticket required! ?
On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled puff pastry topped with a golden crown isn’t just a treat—it’s a celebration! The lucky person who finds the fève (a porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices) becomes the King or Queen for the Day, and don’t worry—there will be plenty of royalty to go around! ??
But that’s not all! In France, Les Voeux (New Year’s wishes) continue throughout January, often accompanied by Champagne and good cheer. We’re bringing that festive spirit to you, with a lively evening packed with French food, wine, and music.
What’s in store:
Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
this performance brings Puccini’s masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
