6 century-old churches to be recognized during daylong events
STAFFORD, Va. - Stafford County and the 350th Anniversary Blue Ribbon Committee are inviting local residents to an all day "Trail to Freedom" event celebrating African-American history in Stafford County on this Saturday, Nov. 1.
According to organizers, the event will start out as a "motor coach tour" from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. of three separate locations; Jubilee Central, Port of Dreams, and the Crossroads of Virginia and parking will only be available at the Government Center located at 1300 Courthouse Road with the last motor coach leaving from the center at 2:30 pm.
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MANASSAS, Va. - On October 16, police went to a Macy's department store at Manassas Mall to investigate a case of shoplifting. Macy's security told police that when the male shoplifter tried to leave, he tried to bite one of the security guard's hands. When officers arrived, police say that he resisted arrested and gave a false identity while in custody.
Here's the latest from Prince William police:
Attempted Malicious Wounding – On October 16th at 11:44AM, officers responded to the Macy’s in Manassas Mall located at 8270 Sudley Rd in Manassas (20109) to investigate a shoplifter. Officers arrived at the business and were informed by store security that the accused took clothing items and left the business without paying. As security went to detain the accused, he attempted to bite one of them on the hand. No contact was made. As officers attempted to arrest the accused, he actively resisted. Following a brief struggle, the accused was detained without further incident. During questioning, the accused provided officers with a false identity.
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WOODBRIDGE, Va. - On October 22, police were in the area to investigate a crash. Police determined that one of the drivers had been driving while intoxicated. When officers tried to arrest the driver, the driver pushed then struck an officer in the face with his elbow but the officer was not injured.
Here's the latest from Prince William police:
Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On October 22nd at 5:58PM, officers responded to the area of Jefferson Davis Hwy and East Longview Dr in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a crash. As a result of the investigation, one of the driver’s, identified as the accused, was arrested for driving under the influence. During the arrest, the accused pushed the arresting officer and then struck him in the face with his elbow. The accused was eventually detained without further incident. The officer was not injured.
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STAFFORD, Va. - On October 27, Stafford County sheriff spokesman William Kennedy issued a press release about the additional steps deputies will be taking this Halloween and what residents and their children can do to stay safe this Friday.
Kennedy wrote that there will be more deputies out on duty Halloween evening and at the Sheriff's Office, located in the Public Safety Center at 1225 Courthouse Road, they will be x-raying candy to detect metal-like objects from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Kennedy also included helpful tips both residents and children can take to have a fun and safe Halloween.
Below is the official press release from Stafford County Sheriff;
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MANASSAS, Va. - Police were called to Tommy's Place Bar & Grill in the early morning hours of Oct. 27 to investigate an assault. Upon arriving to the scene, officers saw a fight-in-progress in the parking lot and were able to identify the victim as a 26-year-old male who had to be treated for non-life threatening injuries to his face and head, said Manassas police spokeswoman Adrienne Helms.
Witnesses at the scene told police that a man struck the victim's head with a beer bottle multiple times and kicked him the head before leaving the area with another man, said Helms.
Officers were able to find the suspect a short time later at his home and charged the suspect, Ramirez Vanegas, 24, with malicious wounding and public intoxication, said Helms.
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MANASSAS, Va. - On October 24, Adrienne Helms of the Manassas City police department issued a press release about drunk driving prevention this Halloween. Around the area, the Washington Regional Alcohol Program will also be offering alternative options to get riders home safe, said Helms.
Here's the latest from Manassas City police;
Please see the attached drunk driving prevention press release, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over this Halloween” as well as information on the Washington Regional Alcohol Program’s Sober Ride Program, available in both English and Spanish. Don’t let this Halloween turn into a nightmare – designate a sober driver. You might just save a life.
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WOODBRIDGE, Va. – On October 21, a man, identified as the driver, was arrested for driving under the influence and for making contact with a police officer who was directing traffic after a fatal car crash. The officer was hospitalized for his injuries and then released.
Here’s the latest from Prince William police:
Driving under the Influence | Injured Officer – On October 21st at 9:51PM, a Prince William County police officer was directing traffic in the area of Horner Rd and Occoquan Rd in Woodbridge (22191) related to the fatal crash on Jefferson Davis Hwy. As the officer was controlling the intersection, a driver of a vehicle, identified as the accused, proceeded through the intersection and clipped the officer. The accused remained at the scene and was determined to be under the influence of alcohol. Following the investigation, the accused was subsequently arrested. The officer was transported to an area hospital where he was treated and released.
Arrested on October 21st:
Jose Osmin LIZAMA, 45, of 8160 Gilroy Rd in Lorton
Charged with driving under the influence and unreasonable refusal
Court date: November 24, 2014 | Bond: unavailable
GAINESVILLE, Va. – On October 19, police say an intoxicated man was arrested after he refused to leave a 911 caller’s home as well as resisting arrest and trying to bite an officer’s hand. According to the report, there were no injuries after the incident.
Here’s the latest from Prince William police:
Attempted Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On October 19th at 10:50AM, officers responded to a residence located in the 12800 block of Thornton Dr in Catharpin (20143) to investigate a disorderly call. The caller reported to police that the accused, a known acquaintance, was intoxicated and refusing to leave the residence. Officers arrived and made contacted with the accused outside of the home. The accused was placed under arrested and refused to cooperate with police. At one point, the accused attempted to bite one of the officers on the hand. No contact was made and no injuries were reported. The accused was eventually detained without further incident.
Arrested on October 19th: [No photo available]
Brian Edward LISI, 38, of 4389 Canterbury Ln in Gainesville
Charged with attempted assault & battery on a LEO, resisting arrest and intoxication in public
Court date: December 2, 2014 | Bond: held WITHOUT bond
WOODBRIDGE, Va. - On October 21, officers investigated a fatal car crash involving a female pedestrian. The driver of a 2003 Toyota Highlander was traveling south on Jefferson Davis Highway when a pedestrian got hit while crossing the street. The pedestrian was identified and taken to a hospital where she died from her injuries. The driver stayed at the crash scene and was not charged due to numerous identified factors.
Here's the latest from Prince William police;
Crash – Fatality – On October 21st at 6:58PM, investigators from the Crash Investigation Unit responded to the 13400 block of Jefferson Davis Hwy in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a crash involving a pedestrian. The investigation revealed that the driver of a 2003 Toyota Highlander was traveling southbound on Jefferson Davis Hwy in the area above. At the same time, a pedestrian, identified as an adult woman, was crossing the street and was subsequently struck by the vehicle. The driver remained at the scene and was unharmed. The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital where she died as a result of her injuries. Investigators determined that at the time of the crash, the pedestrian was not in a designated crosswalk and was wearing dark clothing. Weather may have also made it difficult to see the pedestrian as she attempted to cross the road. The driver of the vehicle was not charged. No other contributing factors were determined.
