Someone staying at a hotel near Manassas told police they were threatened with a gun.
In the early morning hours of April 12, Prince William police received a call to investigate a report of someone brandishing a gun that was used to threaten a victim walking in a hallway at the Holiday Inn Express, at 10810 Battleview Parkway, near Manassas.
“The victim, an occupant of the hotel, reported that while he was in the hallway, he was approached by a group of unknown men. During the encounter, one of the men brandished a handgun towards the victim and made threats before forcing the victim outside,” states Prince William police spokeswoman Renee Carr in a press release.
The suspect left in a 4-door light-colored sedan. No shots were fired, and no one was injured, according to Carr.
Police later identified a suspect in the case on April 15. Attempts at catching and arresting the suspect were reportedly unsuccessful until April 16, when Loudoun County Sheriff deputies found and arrested him, according to Carr.
Joseph Javier Flores-Asencio, 21, of 22351 St. Louis Road in Middleburg is charged with brandishing and felon in possession of a firearm, said Carr.
A second suspect, David Tykee Hose Siggers, 22, is charged on April 14 with obstruction of justice, added Carr. Siggers was already jailed at the county’s Adult Detention Center on unrelated charges, according to Prince William County police.
Snapchat sell goes wrong
In an unrelated incident on April 29, police said a man was selling tobacco to a Snapchat user who agreed to meet the alleged seller. When the two met, the Snapchat buyer threatened the 18-year-old seller with a gun and then fled the scene without paying for his items, police said.
“The victim then went to the area of Prince William Parkway and Hoadley Road where he flagged down a passing police officer. No injuries were reported and the victim was able to provide police with information that later led to the identity of the accused,” said Carr.
The suspect was found at his home and was arrested. Police searched the house and found the firearm used on the scene of the robbery, said Carr.
The suspect, a 16-year-old male, is charged with robbery and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony upon being taken to authorities. He is currently pending on a court trial date and being held in jail, according to police.
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ARTfactory and Birmingham Green made headlines in Manassas this week. ARTfactory’s Rooftop Productions, now Actors Theatre, won seven awards at the 2024 DC Broadway World Awards, including Best Musical for Kinky Boots and Best Choreography for The Rocky Horror Show. ARTfactory’s Pied Piper Theatre also earned recognition, winning Best Theatre for Young Audiences for its production of The Wizard of Oz.
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Now, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell says modern day voters are sick and tired of voting every year.
A Manassas man was sentenced today to 18 years in prison for providing drugs and alcohol to a child in exchange for sex acts and possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) depicting the same victim as well as other children.
According to court documents, Olajide Benjamin Ayilaran, 24, met a 14-year-old girl during the summer of 2023 and began communicating with the victim via iMessage. In the messages, Ayilaran offered to provide the victim drugs, alcohol, and nicotine products in exchange for sex acts. Between at least Nov. 21, 2023, and Feb. 29, 2024, Ayilaran met the victim nine times, usually in the morning before the victim went to school, to exchange the products for sexual acts. Ayilaran would wait for the victim in his car in a nearby park. When the victim arrived, he gave her the drugs and alcohol and then had the victim perform sex acts on him in the car.
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.
