Virginia Department of Transportation:Â The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a hybrid public information meeting Thursday, May 2 on planned innovative intersection improvements along Route 28 (Centreville Road) between Manassas Drive (Route 213) and Spruce Street based on recommendations from the Centreville Road (Route 28) STARS Study. The project aims to improve safety, operations, and pedestrian accessibility and mobility.
The Route 28 intersections at Maplewood Drive and Browns Lane will be converted to restricted crossing U-turns (RCUTs) and a median U-turn (MUT) will be constructed between Birch Street and Spruce Street.
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During the reception, three Stafford businesses were recognized for their exceptional contributions:
- The Innovation Award acknowledged uBreakiFix by Asurion for its forward-thinking initiatives, including a youth program focused on STEM education and repair skills, as well as a Senior Tech Troubleshooting program.
- The Donald H. Newlin Community Stewardship Award, named in honor of long-serving EDA member Donald H. Newlin, was presented to FOCUS Group Solutions for its pioneering efforts in addressing mental health needs and creating employment opportunities in the community.
- Potomac Point Vineyard & Winery was honored as Business of the Year for its outstanding growth, commitment to community welfare through charitable initiatives, and dedication to exceptional customer service.
“As Chairman of the Stafford County EDA, and business owner in Stafford, I am proud to witness the strength and resilience of our local business community. This event reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting economic growth and innovation in Stafford County,” remarked Howard Owen, EDA Chairman
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Stabbing Investigation – On April 25 at 10:13 p.m., officers responded to the 17000 block of Richmond Highway in Dumfries to investigate a stabbing. The investigation revealed the victim, a 42-year-old man, was
stabbed during an altercation with another man while in a parking lot in the above area. The suspect fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan. The victim was treated at an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The suspect was described as a black male with dreadlocks, wearing a light-colored jacket. This incident does not appear to be random.
School Threat Investigation – On April 25 at 10:01 a.m., officers responded to T. Clay Wood Elementary School located at 10600 Kettle Run Road in Nokesville to investigate a bomb threat made towards the school. The investigation revealed the threat was left on the school’s voicemail on April 24 at approximately 7:30 p.m.. Upon receiving the message the following morning, school personnel contacted the police. The school was evacuated as a precaution while officers and a police K-9 searched the grounds. No devices were located, and officers determined there was no active threat to the school. During the investigation, detectives identified the caller as a 16-year-old male student of another Prince William County school and confirmed the threat to the school was not credible. Charges are pending consultation with Juvenile Court Services.
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- Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Alternating single lane closure at the bridge over Route 1 near the exit 126 (Spotsylvania) interchange for bridge washing.
- Exit 130 (Route 3) to Exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton): Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Alternating single lane closure at the bridge over the Rappahannock River at mile marker 132 for bridge washing.
- Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Alternating single lane closure at the bridge over Route 17 near the exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton) interchange for bridge washing.
I-95 Northbound: Exit 118 (Thornburg): Sunday - Thursday, 9 p.m. - 5 a.m. and Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Alternating lane closures at night at mile marker 119 north of exit 118 (Thornburg) at the bridge over the Po River for bridge maintenance repairs. Single lane closure during the day for bridge washing.
- Exit 118 (Thornburg) to Exit 126 (Spotsylvania): Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Single lane closure at mile marker 121 at the bridge over the Ni River for bridge washing.
- Exit 130 (Route 3) to Exit 136 (Centreport Parkway): Monday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Single lane closures between mile markers 129 to 134 for the I-95 Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing.
- Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. and Friday, 10 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.Alternating single and double lane closures on I-95 northbound in the local and through lanes. Installing rumble strips and pavement markings for the I-95 Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing and 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension.
- Exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton): Closure of Route 17 Northbound On-Ramp to I-95 Northbound: Monday – Friday, midnight – 3:30 a.m. The Route 17 northbound on-ramp to I-95 northbound will close between midnight and 3:30 a.m. early Monday through Friday mornings. Follow detour signs. Construction for the I-95 Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing and the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension project.
- Exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton) to Exit 136 (Centreport Parkway): Monday - Friday, 9 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. Single lane closure between mile markers 134-136 for the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension project.
- Exit 140 (Stafford) to Exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville): Monday – Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Single lane closure at mile markers 141-143 for the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension project. Construction of a noise barrier and guardrail installation.
- Monday - Friday, 9 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. Single lane closure between mile markers 140-142 for the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension project.Construction of a noise barrier.
- 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville) to Exit 148 (Quantico): Monday - Friday, 9 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. Single lane closure between mile markers 147-148 for the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension project.
I-95 Southbound: Exit 148 (Quantico) to Exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville): Monday - Thursday, 9 p.m. - 10 a.m. and Thursday - Friday, 9 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. Single lane closure between mile markers 147-146 for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension work.
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Fatal Hit & Run Crash Investigation – On April 24 at 10:19 p.m., officers responded to the area of Richmond Highway and Pine Bluff Drive in Dumfries to investigate a crash involving a motorcycle. The investigation revealed the operator of a 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400R was traveling at a high rate of speed southbound on Richmond Highway approaching Pine Bluff Drive when a 2020 Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck traveling northbound on Richmond Highway entered the intersection in front of the motorcycle’s path of travel. The truck and motorcycle collided, causing the operator of the motorcycle to separate from the bike. The driver of the pickup truck fled the scene. The pickup truck was later located unoccupied behind a nearby business. A police K-9 attempted to search for the suspect who was not located. The motorcycle operator was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Investigators with the Crash Investigation Unit are asking anyone who may have witnessed this crash or has information about those involved to contact police. The investigation continues. Identified: The deceased operator of the 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400R was identified as Joseph Emmanuel WORD, 20, of Dumfries.
Shooting into a Residential Dwelling – On April 24 at 3:00 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 15000 block of Alaska Road in Woodbridge to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed the homeowner heard gunshots before locating damage inside the home. The following day, on April 25 at approximately 1:40 a.m., an additional shots fired call was reported involving a dark-colored sedan which was seen driving out of the area. Shell casings were located in the roadway in addition to damage being reported to windows and walls in both incidents. No injuries or other property damage were reported. These incidents are possibly related to one another, including similar incidents on nearby Cobb Court in Woodbridge.
Shooting into a Residential Dwelling – On April 24 at 2:00 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 1300 block of Cobb Court in Woodbridge to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed
the occupants of the home heard loud noises before locating damage to two vehicles and the exterior of the residence. The following day, on April 25 at approximately 1:39 a.m., an additional shots fired call was reported resulting in damage to the front of the residence. A dark-colored sedan was observed driving in the area at the time of the shooting. Shell casings were recovered from the roadway. No injuries or additional property damage were reported. These incidents are possibly related to one another, including similar
incidents on nearby Alaska Road in Woodbridge.
Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On April 24 at 8:55 p.m., officers responded to the 7700 block of Cerro Gordo Road in Gainesville to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed multiple shots were heard in a wooded area near the above location before a vehicle left the area. Shell casings were located in the woodline. No injuries or property damage were reported.
Strong-Arm Robbery – On April 24 at 2:50 p.m., officers responded to Potomac Mills located at 2700 Potomac Mills Close in Woodbridge to investigate a robbery. The investigation revealed the victim, a 26-year-old man, was in the food court when he was approached by an unknown woman who struck him in the face and took his wallet. The suspect then left the mall with two other unknown individuals before driving away in a green Ford Windstar van with a gold-colored hood. The victim was treated at an area hospital for minor injuries. The investigation continues. Suspect Descriptions: A Hispanic female, between 20-25 years old, approximately 5’3”, 110lbs., with brown hair. Last seen wearing black/white striped shirt, black Adidas pants with white stripes, and white shoes. A black male, between 30-40 years old, with black dreadlocks, and a full beard. Last seen wearing a brown shirt and a tan backpack. A Hispanic male, between 20-30 years old, with a thin build. Last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, tan pants, and white shoes.
Brandishing of a Firearm – On April 24 at 1:45 p.m., officers responded to investigate a brandishing that was reported to have occurred in the area of Flotilla Way near Singer Drive in Woodbridge on April 23 at 8:30 p.m. The investigation revealed a tan-colored vehicle stopped on Flotilla Way near Singer Drive where the driver of the vehicle brandished a firearm out of the window towards a male juvenile who was walking in the area. No shots were fired, and no injuries were reported. No additional suspect description was
provided.
Felony Child Neglect – On April 24 at 8:48 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 1300 block of Rail Stop Drive in Woodbridge to investigate a child neglect. The investigation revealed the victim, who was under the age of 18, and a family member, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the accused prevented the victim from entering the home for an extended period of time and refused to provide the victim with necessary care. The victim was treated at an area hospital and later released to the care of Social Services. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Ange Nizigiyimana SWINTON, was arrested. Arrested on April 24: Ange Nizigiyimana SWINTON, 37, of the 1300 block of Rail Stop Drive in Woodbridge. Charged with felony child neglect. Court Date: Pending | Bond: $5,000 Unsecured.
Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On April 23 at 11:31 p.m., officers attempted to detain the accused near Dale Boulevard and Gideon Drive in Woodbridge for suspected drug activity. During the encounter, the accused actively resisted and struck an officer before being detained. Minor injuries were reported. The accused was found in possession of suspected illegal narcotics. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Mustafa Antar HASSAN, was arrested. Arrested on April 23: Mustafa Antar HASSAN, 29, of 5512 Whitfield Court in Fairfax. Charged with assault & battery on LEO, obstruction of justice, and possession of schedule I/II drugs. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable.
—Prince William County Police Department
Prince William County Police press release: On April 26 at 2:30 a.m., officers responded to the intersection of Redwing Drive and Swallow Court in Woodbridge to investigate a single vehicle crash.
The investigation revealed the driver of a 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo was traveling northbound on Redwing Drive approaching Swallow Court at a high rate of speed.
The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, lost control of the vehicle and left the roadway before entering a ravine which caused the vehicle to roll over.
Fire and rescue personnel responded to the scene where the driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced deceased. Speed and alcohol appear to be factors in the crash. No other vehicles were involved in the collision. Crash investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed this crash to contact police.
Identified: The deceased driver of the 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo was identified as Donnell Tyquan EPPS, 33, of Woodbridge.
Prince William Chamber of Commerce press release: Six local high school students were awarded scholarships at the annual Education and Workforce Breakfast, held on April 24th by The Prince William Chamber of Commerce.
The 2024 winners are graduating high school students who were selected by a panel of business leaders and were all awarded $2,500 scholarships, for use at their U.S. college or university of choice.
All of this year’s scholarship winners demonstrated exceptional dedication to academics and community involvement, meeting the criteria outlined by the scholarship committee.
The Prince William County students awarded scholarships at the breakfast are Camilia Giudici, Bryce Poole, Alexa McMillan, Helen Jacob, Sean Villacorte, Jacob Skufca.
This year’s program welcomed a panel discussion from the superintendents from Prince William County Schools, Dr. LaTanya McDade, City of Manassas Park County Schools, Dr. Melissa Saunders, and Executive Director of Student Achievement, Craig Gfeller. The panelists discussed local educational topics including how businesses can get involved and support schools in our community.
Education and Workforce Breakfast is a special event that focuses on education and workforce development in our community.
Manassas City Business Beat: The fourth office of its kind, Injury Relief Chiropractic has expanded its footprint into the growing Manassas market.
The company launched with at least one dedicated chiropractor in the 8807 Sudley Road office, with additional support by medical teams in the Tysons, Woodbridge, and Sterling locations as needed.
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City of Fredericksburg Office of Voter Registration & Elections: Construction work to build the new Visitor Center on the 1st floor of Executive Plaza is underway.
Early Voting starts Friday, May 3, 2024.
