On June 8, 2022, Prince William County detectives concluded an investigation into a sexual assault that was reported to have occurred near Manassas between December 2015 and March 2022.
The investigation began in March when the victim, who was between the ages of 6-12 during the offenses, reported the incidents to the police. Police learned the victim was sexually assaulted by a family member on more than one occasion while the two lived in the same home.
Ronald Eduardo Palencia Garcia, 39, of Manassas, turned himself in to police on June 8. He’s charged with two counts of aggravated sexual battery, two counts of object sexual penetration, and one count of indecent liberties. His bond was set at $7,500. His court date is pending.
Meanwhile, in an unrelated incident, police said a 12-year-old threatened to hurt a fellow 11-year-old student in Dale City.
On Friday, June 10, at 9:48 a.m., officers went to Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School at 13224 Nickleson Drive. They learned that, while on school property, a student posted threats of potential violence toward the victim.
The principal was notified of the threats and contacted the police. Following the investigation, officers identified the sender of the messages as a 12-year-old male student and determined the threat was not credible.
Following the investigation, officers sought petitions against the accused. After consultation with Juvenile Court Services, the case resulted in an informal action and will be handled through the juvenile diversion process.
Recent Stories
OmniRide, the public transit agency operated by the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC), is entering a new era of service expansion thanks to a newly passed state law.
Authorities in Prince William and Stafford counties responded to multiple violent incidents, including armed robberies, shootings, and DUI crashes. Arrests were made in connection with several cases.
Dominion Energy is preparing to launch a significant infrastructure upgrade along a key electrical transmission corridor stretching from Fredericksburg to Possum Point in Prince William County.
The widening of Route 1 through the heart of Dumfries, backed by a $129.7 million investment from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA), is more than a transportation upgrade—it’s a transformative project for the region, said Monica Backmon, CEO of the NVTA.
Properly using a car seat can reduce the risk of injury or death in a car crash by a significant amount, with studies showing reductions of 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers.
Check your child safety seat with the Montgomery County Safe Kids Coalition on Thursday March 20, 2025 from 10am-12:30pm. No appointment necessary.
Fitzgerald GMC Rockville
McClung-Logan Equipment Company is hosting its 40th Annual Oyster Roast, a signature customer appreciation event celebrating tradition, community, and generosity.
This year’s milestone celebration will take place on Thursday, March 6th, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fairgrounds.
The first Oyster Roast began as a fundraiser in 1985, led by White Oak Equipment founder Frank McCarty, to raise donations for an employee battling cancer. This turned into a time-honored tradition for individuals facing hardship.
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Cascade Landing Community Grand Opening
You’re invited to celebrate the Official Grand Opening of our newest community Cascade Landing in Dumfries, VA. Join us April 12th from 11 AM – 6 PM and fall for your new townhome!
Enjoy our grand opening celebration, complete with
