Armed Robbery *ARREST – On March 17, detectives from the Street Crimes Unit and members of the U.S. Marshals' Fugitive Task Force located the suspect, Martin MARTINEZ, who was wanted in connection to a robbery which occurred in the 7300 block of Old Centreville Rd in Manassas on January 15. MARTINEZ was arrested without incident leaving a residence in Manassas.Arrested on March 17:Martin Anuar MARTINEZ, 25, of No Fixed AddressCharged with 3 counts of robbery and 3 counts of use of a firearm in commission of a felonyCourt Date: April 11, 2016| Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond
Armed Robbery [Previously Released] – On January 15 at 6:15PM, officers responded to the 7300 block of Old Centreville Rd in Manassas (20111) to investigate a robbery. The victims, a 22 year old man of Woodbridge and two 18 year old men of Maryland, reported to police that they met with the accused, an acquaintance, and an unknown man in the above area to purchase marijuana. During the encounter, the men brandished handguns and took the victim's money and cell phones before fleeing the area in a white Toyota sedan. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, detectives from the Robbery Unit obtained warrants for the arrest of the accused. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful as he may have left the area. The investigation continues.
Fire and rescue crews were dispatched to Spruce Street near Manassas around 1:30 a.m. to extinguish a fire blazing through the roof.
The house was unoccupied upon arrival. According to report, one firefighter acquired a minor burn and was transported to a medical facility for treatment.
The family of seven will be receiving assistance from the Red Cross due to the Fire Marshal's Office declaring the preliminary damages at a total loss.
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Fatal Crash Investigation – On February 29 at 11:02AM, investigators from the Crash Investigation Unit responded to the area of Wellington Rd and Livingston Rd in Manassas (20109) to investigate a crash involving a motorcycle.The investigation revealed that the operator of a 2003 Harley Davidson Springer Softail motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Wellington Rd near Livingston Rd when the operator, for unknown reasons, lost control and struck a 2005 Ford F150 pickup truck traveling westbound on Wellington Rd. The operator of the motorcycle was transported to an area hospital where he died as a result of his injuries on March 5. The driver of the F150 pickup truck was not injured.Currently, it is unknown if speed and drug use were factors in the collision. The victim was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Anyone with information regarding this crash is asked to call the non-emergency number at 703-792-6500 or email their contact information to [email protected]. To remain anonymous, call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. The investigation continues.Identified:
The operator of the 2003 Harley Davidson Springer Softail motorcycle is identified as Benjamin Spencer CONLEY, 42, of Manassas
The driver of the 2005 Ford F150 was identified as a 51 year old man of StaffordThis article is FREE to read. Please Sign In or Create a FREE Account. Thank you.
Residential Burglary | Strangulation | Abduction – On March 6 at 2:30PM, officers responded to investigate an assault which occurred at a residence located in the 13300 block of Pelican Rd in Woodbridge (22193) earlier that afternoon. The victim, a 17 year old female juvenile of Woodbridge, reported to police that the accused, an acquaintance, entered her residence without permission. Once inside, a verbal altercation ensued between the two parties which escalated. During the encounter, the accused grabbed the victim's cell phone and threw it against a wall damaging it. When the victim attempted to walk away, the accused grabbed her from behind, preventing her from leaving, and began to choke her. At one point while the victim was attempting to get away from the accused, he continued to punch her in the face. The accused eventually left the area and the victim responded to the Garfield Station to report the incident. Minor injuries were reported. Following the investigation, officers obtained warrants for the arrest of the accused who was located and arrested without incident later that evening.Arrested on March 6:
Qwamell Lydell STRAND, 21, of 8303A Middle Ruddings Dr in Lorton
Charged with burglary, strangulation, abduction, assault & battery and destruction of property
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Manassas City Councilman and longtime friend of the orchestra, Ken Elston, will present the American Prize in Orchestral Performance by a Community Orchestra to the Manassas Symphony at their concert on March 5, 2016. The concert will be held at Merchant Hall of the Hylton Performing Arts Center at 7:30 pm, and will feature music by British composers.
The American Prize is a series of non-profit national competitions in the performing arts providing cash awards, professional adjudication and regional, national and international recognition for the best recorded performances by ensembles and individuals each year in the United States at the professional, college/university, church, community and secondary school levels. The prize was first awarded in 2009, and is now awarded annually. The MSO was previously a semi-finalist for this same award in 2010, and a finalist in 2013.
Mr. Elston has, on several occasions, narrated children’s books set to music commissioned by the MSO for their annual family concerts held each December. His wife Molly has also served in this role. He was recently elected to the City Council, and is also the Director of the School of Theatre at George Mason University. Mr. Elston said, “I’ve greatly enjoyed working the MSO in past, as has my wife. The symphony plays a vital role in the community by providing the classical music component to the Hylton’s presentation of the arts. This award shows how well the orchestra performs that role.”
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On the evening of February 25, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce honored the nominees and recipients of their annual Business Awards at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. Winners of the 2016 Agnes L. Colgan Community Service Awards, who each receive a $1,000 check to continue their work, were also announced along with the recipient of the inaugural Charles J. Colgan Visionary Award.
Nominees included businesses large and small from a variety of industries, showcasing the diverse organizations that blend to make the Prince William region a national leader for jobs creation and economic growth. Northern Virginia Community College was the Presenting Sponsor of the event. Bernie Niemeier, Publisher of Virginia Business was Master of Ceremonies.
Chamber President & CEO Debbie Jones congratulated all of the nominees and winners on their business excellence and work in the community. She went on to say, “The best part of the awards ceremony is hearing about how the various winners are working together on strategic partnerships, helping one another to be successful and giving back. I’m proud to be a part of a business community that truly understands the value of collaboration.”
While the sizes and industries of the nearly 80 nominated businesses varied greatly, a commitment to giving back was a common thread. Each of the nominees regularly steps outside of their organization to make a difference in the community they serve, whether through the Chamber or one of hundreds of local not-for-profit organizations.
This year the Chamber added a new legacy award to their Business Award categories. Named for recently-retired Virginia State Senator Charles Colgan and sponsored by Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, PC, the Charles J. Colgan Visionary Award is meant to be awarded to an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, including but not limited to their own organization. Just like Senator Colgan who was a long-time member of the Chamber with Colgan Air and a Past Chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. This individual should be known as an innovator, a great partner, a visionary and an advocate for his or her community and beyond. This year the award went to Rex Parr, the recently-retired long-time President of Didlake, Inc.
Additional sponsors of the event included: Whitlock Wealth Management; NOVEC-Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative; The Fauquier Bank and Prince William Today. Cardinal Bank sponsored the Agnes L. Colgan Community Service Awards.
Pictures from the 2016 Business Awards are available at facebook.com/pwchamber, and a full list of nominees and sponsors can be found under the “EVENTS” tab at www.pwchamber.org. Following are descriptions of each winner, as they were announced during the 2016 Prince William Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.
A Woodbridge man is charged with burglary, eluding police, driving under the influence, and unreasonable refusal.
He is accused of taking an acquaintances vehicle without her permission while intoxicated and fleeing from the police.
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