Prince William Police Investigate Series of Neighborhood Burglaries

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – On July 30, police went to three neighborhoods to investigate two burglaries and one attempted burglary.

Here’s the latest from Prince William police:

Residential Burglary – On July 30th at 6:13PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 11100 block of Lonesome Rd in Nokesville (20181) to investigate a burglary. The property owner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 7:30AM on July 29th and 6:00PM on July 30th. The investigation revealed that entry was made into a cottage on the property. There were no signs of forced entry into the dwelling. Entry is believed to have been made through an unsecured door. A handgun and gaming console, total value around $1,200, were reported missing. The cottage was not occupied at the time of the offense.

Residential Burglary – On July 30th at 1:59PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 8100 block of Counselor Rd in Manassas (20112) to investigate a burglary. The property owner reported to police that the burglary occurred between an unknown time on April 1st and 1:59PM on July 30th. The investigation revealed that there were no signs of forced entry into the home. Entry is believed to have been made into the residence through a window. No property was reported missing.

Attempted Residential Burglary – On July 30th at 9:08AM, officers responded to a residence located in the 3600 block of Serendipity Rd in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate a burglary in progress. The homeowner reported to police that someone was attempting to kick open their basement level door. The suspects fled the area prior to officers arriving in the area. No entry was made into the home and no property was reported missing. A caller reported to police that three suspicious men, possibly juveniles, were seen in the area prior to the burglary call. A police K-9 and helicopter assistance were used to search for the suspects who are believed to have run to a nearby vehicle and fled the area.

Suspect Descriptions:

Black male, between 16 & 18 years of age, 5’10”, 150lbs with a thin build, dark complexion and long black dreadlocks

Last seen wearing a blue shirt and jeans

Black male, between 16 & 18 years of age, 5’6”, 140lbs with a thin build, dark complexion and short hair

Last seen wearing a red shirt and jeans

Black male, between 16 & 18 years of age, 5’7”, 140lbs with a thin build and short hair

Last seen wearing gray shirt