A 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI traveling northbound veered off the roadway into a field, striking a utility pole. The impact caused the vehicle to overturn multiple times and catch fire. The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities confirmed no other vehicles were involved, and speed was identified as a factor in the crash.
The driver’s identity is pending confirmation and notification of next-of-kin. Police urge anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact investigators.
Stafford Busts Major Drug Operation
A significant drug bust in Stafford County led to the arrests of Gesiah Hill, 22, and Henry Rojas, 24, both of Stafford, following a December 19th search of their Rappahannock Landing residence. Authorities uncovered:
– 1 kilogram of cocaine ($30,000 value)
– 35 pounds of marijuana ($122,500 value)
– 1,000 THC vape pens ($40,000 value)
– 100 ecstasy pills ($2,000 value)
– 3 handguns ($1,500 value)
– 60 boxes of ammunition ($900 value)
– $9,800 in cash
Hill was charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine and marijuana, possession of a firearm with drugs, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He is held without bond. Rojas faces conspiracy to distribute drugs and is held on a $5,000 bond.
The investigation began when New Mexico authorities alerted Stafford detectives during a traffic stop involving Hill and Rojas. The Stafford SWAT and Drone teams executed the search warrant, making these arrests a clear warning to drug dealers to avoid Stafford County. The investigation is ongoing.
Fredericksburg Police Arrest Third Suspect in Downtown Shooting Case
The Fredericksburg Police Department has arrested Eric Costley, 22, of Spotsylvania, in connection with the December 14th downtown shooting that claimed the life of Tyler Lee Jones, 23, of Fredericksburg. Costley faces charges of second-degree murder, firearm use in a felony, and aggravated malicious wounding. He is being held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail.
The shooting occurred near Castiglias Italian and Fahrenheit 132 restaurants in the 400 block of William Street, a bustling downtown area. Police responded at 1 a.m. to reports of gunfire and found Jones on Charles Street with gunshot wounds. Despite rescue efforts, he later died at the hospital.
Police already have two additional suspects in custody.
Elijah Musgrove surrendered to authorities at the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office in West Virginia on December 19 after eluding law enforcement for several days. Police did not provide his age.
Izaiah Jabbar Daniels, 21, of Woodford, was apprehended on December 15th during a vehicle stop by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Daniels is currently held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail and faces charges of second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to call 540-373-3122 or submit anonymous tips by texting “FPDtip” to 847-411.
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