FROM POLICE REPORTSÂ
Dale City
Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On October 7th at 11:49PM, police responded to the 5500 block of Neddleton Ave in Woodbridge (22193) for a shots fired call. Callers reported to police that several gun shots were heard in the area. Officers arrived in the area and located shell casings. No injuries or property damage were reported. No suspects were located.
Residential Burglary – On October 5th at 5:00PM, police responded to the 14200 block of Lindendale Rd in Woodbridge (22193) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 11:00AM and 3:00PM. Entry appeared to have been made through a rear door which had been forced open. Jewelry, 2 gaming consoles and other property, valued around $1,400, were reported missing.
Residential Burglary – On October 4th at 8:31PM, police responded to the 14400 block of Simmons Ln in Woodbridge (22193) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 10:30Am and 8:00PM. Entry appeared to have been made through a rear door which had been forced open. Jewelry and 2 laptops, valued around $1,000, were reported missing.
Triangle
Residential Burglary – On October 6th at 3:28PM, police responded to the 3600 block of Stonewall Manor Dr in Triangle (22172) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 6:00PM on October 5th and 11:30AM on October 6th. There were no signs of forced entry into the residence. Two gaming consoles, valued around $600, were reported missing.
Woodbridge
Strangulation *ARREST – On October 5th, the accused turned himself into police without incident in regard to the assault which was reported in the 14600 block of Potomac Mills Rd in Woodbridge on October 3rd. This incident brief was previously released in the Daily Incident Report on October 4th.
Arrested:
Anthony Eugene WILSON, 46, of no fixed address
Charged with strangulation
Court date and bond information unavailable
Strangulation (Previously Released) – On October 3rd at 11:50PM, police responded to the 14600 block of Potomac Mills Rd in Woodbridge (22192) for an assault. The victim, a 29 year old woman of Woodbridge, reported to police that she and the accused, a known acquaintance, where involved in a physical altercation in the above area. The accused allegedly walked up to the victim and punched her, knocking her to the ground. The victim attempted to run away but the accused caught up to her and knocked her to the ground a second time. At this point, the accused got on top of the victim and began to strangle her. A witness to the incident was able to get the accused off of the victim. The accused left the area prior to police arrival. The victim sustained minor injuries. Following an investigation, a warrant was obtained against the accused.
Residential Burglary – On October 7th at 4:36PM, police responded to the 11400 block of Bacon Race Rd in Woodbridge (22192) for a burglary in progress. Homeowner reported to police that as he was arriving at the residence, he observed two male juveniles exiting his garage. Once discovered by the homeowner, the juveniles ran from the area. Entry appeared to have been gained through a rear window which had been broken out. No property was reported missing. No descriptions of the suspects were provided to police.
Residential Burglary – On October 5th at 5:41PM, police responded to the 3900 block of Red Bird Ln in Woodbridge (22193) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 11:00AM and 4:45PM. There were no signs of forced entry into the residence. Entry is believed to have been made through an unlocked door. A laptop and a gaming console with equipment, valued around $1,000, were reported missing.
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Called to Jail
A 44-year-old man found himself back at Rappahannock Regional Jail after making a false report and harassing a jail officer with obscene phone calls. Initially, deputies responded to a call about a death and gunshot outside the jail, which turned out to be false. The suspect, located at a local motel, was arrested and charged with using obscene language and filing a false report.
Assault
– Marion Manor Nursing Home: A staff member assaulted another during a disagreement. The suspect was charged with assault and battery and held without bond.
– Shasta Place: A male suspect bit the victim during a verbal altercation. He was charged with assault and battery but released on personal recognizance.
DUI
Deputies discovered a car in a ditch on Courthouse Road. The driver admitted to drinking beer, with three empty cans found in her vehicle. She was charged with DUI, drinking while driving, and refusal, and held on a $3,000 bond.
Hit and Run
A vehicle struck a VDOT sign and two unoccupied trucks at EZ Auto Sales before the driver fled. Deputies identified the suspect using evidence left in the vehicle, and warrants for hit and run and property destruction were issued.
Several schools in our region have announced closures and delays for Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to icy road conditions and inclement weather. Here is the latest list of updates:
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Spotsylvania County Public Schools are closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to icy road conditions.
Code 2: 12-month employees report two hours late as safety permits.
Essential personnel will report at specified times.
All school-sponsored activities and student externships are canceled.
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King George County Public Schools
King George County Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to adverse road conditions and inclement weather.
Code 2: 12-month employees report at 10 a.m.
Liberal leave will be in effect.
We’ll update this post with additional school closures and delays as they are announced.
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