New details have emerged about the deadly shooting just outside Fredericksburg that left three young men dead and led to charges against four others.

According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, a resident of the Olde Greenwich Circle neighborhood witnessed part of the incident and intervened in self-defense. The man told investigators he heard what he described as “rapid gunfire” outside his home around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8. When he looked out, he saw two individuals with long guns firing in the parking lot.

The resident instructed a family member to call 911, then retrieved a weapon from his home. When he stepped outside, the suspects were still shooting. The resident fired his gun, striking one of the suspects.

Another neighbor informed him there were additional shooters nearby, prompting the man to retreat into his home and wait for law enforcement. After interviewing witnesses, the Sheriff’s Office confirmed the man acted lawfully and will not face charges.

This update comes a day after authorities charged four individuals — including three juveniles — in connection with the incident, which investigators say began as an illegal gun sale that escalated into a robbery and shootout.

The deceased victims have been identified as:

• Chase Feaster, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• Alonzo Goffney, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• A 20-year-old male whose identity is pending confirmation by the Medical Examiner’s Office

Three additional individuals were taken to area hospitals for treatment. One of the 16-year-old suspects remains hospitalized for a gunshot wound and will be taken into custody upon release.

The suspects, including 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson, face charges of Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Unlawful Assembly. Upson’s photo was released by the Sheriff’s Office. Two of the suspects are from Spotsylvania County, while the others reside in Caroline County. Three are currently being held without bond.

Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward as the investigation remains ongoing.

A federal grand jury has indicted a Woodbridge man on charges of obstructing the Internal Revenue Service and willfully failing to file tax returns over multiple years, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.

According to the indictment returned in Alexandria on April 8, Omini Tete Riman, an information technology specialist, is accused of filing false tax returns and later taking steps to hinder the IRS from collecting nearly $400,000 in refunds he allegedly obtained under false pretenses.

Prosecutors say Riman submitted fraudulent tax returns for 2013 and 2014, falsely claiming nearly $2 million in income and almost $1 million in withheld taxes. Based on these filings, he allegedly received approximately $400,000 in refunds from the IRS.

When the IRS initiated efforts to recover the money in 2016, Riman allegedly transferred his assets to a trust, opened bank accounts in the trust’s name, and had his wages deposited into those accounts in an attempt to shield funds from the government. Additionally, he is accused of submitting false documents to the IRS — including one that falsely claimed an IRS employee owed him money, and that Riman had canceled the debt, a move that would have potentially increased the employee’s own tax liability.

The indictment further alleges that Riman failed to file tax returns from 2018 to 2023, despite knowing he was required to do so. After learning in 2025 that he was under investigation by a federal grand jury, he allegedly filed backdated returns for tax years 2017 through 2020, falsely stating that he had earned no income.

If convicted, Riman faces a maximum of three years in prison for each count of obstructing the IRS and up to one year for each count of failing to file tax returns.

The case is being prosecuted by Trial Attorneys Isaiah Boyd III and Daniel Lipkowitz of the Justice Department’s Tax Division, along with Assistant U.S. Attorney Jordan Harvey for the Eastern District of Virginia. The IRS Criminal Investigation Division and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of the Inspector General are investigating the case.

The announcement was made by Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Karen E. Kelly and U.S. Attorney Erik S. Siebert. Officials reminded the public that an indictment is not a conviction and that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Three young men are dead, and four others — including three juveniles — now face charges following a violent shooting tied to an illegal gun sale and robbery in Spotsylvania County.

The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced today that investigators have charged four individuals with Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Unlawful Assembly. The suspects include two 16-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson, whose photo was released by the Sheriff’s Office. One of the 16-year-olds is currently being treated at a local hospital for a gunshot wound and will be taken into custody upon discharge.

According to Major Elizabeth Scott, two of the suspects are from Spotsylvania County, and the other two are residents of Caroline County. Three of the suspects are currently being held without bond.

The incident unfolded around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, when deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Olde Greenwich Circle, just outside Fredericksburg. Upon arrival, law enforcement found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

The victims were identified as:

• Chase Feaster, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• Alonzo Goffney, 18, of Spotsylvania County
• A 20-year-old male whose identity is being withheld pending confirmation by the Medical Examiner’s Office
• Three additional individuals were transported to area hospitals for treatment.

Investigators say the shooting stemmed from an illegal gun transaction that escalated into a robbery. “We commend our detectives on bringing this tragedy to a closure,” said Major Scott. She also thanked the Fredericksburg Police Department and the Virginia State Police for their assistance, along with community members who provided support during what she described as a “stressful and heartbreaking” time.

The incident prompted Fredericksburg City Public Schools to operate on a two-hour delay today, April 9, out of an abundance of caution.

The investigation remains active, and authorities urge anyone with additional information to come forward.

This is a developing story. Check back with Potomac Local News for updates.

The parents of a third-grade student who brought a loaded handgun to Lee Hill Elementary School have been arrested and charged following a classroom incident that resulted in the weapon discharging inside a backpack.

According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, Ciara Armstead, 36, and Terrence Carroll, Jr., 34, were each charged on Monday, April 7, with two offenses: one misdemeanor count of recklessly leaving a loaded, unsecured firearm in a manner that endangered a child under the age of 14, and one felony count of willfully or negligently endangering a child while having custody. Both were released on a $5,000 unsecured bond and are scheduled to appear in Spotsylvania County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court on April 11.

The charges stem from an April 7 incident, when a student brought a handgun to school in a backpack. At about 10:50 a.m., the firearm discharged inside the bag while the child was reaching in to retrieve something. The sheriff’s office confirmed that the shot was accidental and that no one was physically injured.

Upon hearing the discharge, the classroom teacher immediately evacuated all 26 students and alerted the on-site School Resource Officer. The child’s parents have since cooperated fully with investigators.

Officials say the child found the unsecured firearm at home before bringing it to school. After reviewing the case, both the Spotsylvania County Juvenile Intake Office and the Commonwealth’s Attorney determined the child would not face charges.

The investigation is ongoing, and the sheriff’s office has committed to sharing additional updates as more information becomes available.

Read our original report: Gun discharges in 3rd grade classroom at Lee Hill Elementary School; no injuries reported.

Prince William County

Teen robbed at gunpoint in Woodbridge

• Woodbridge — On April 5 at 7:24 p.m., officers responded to the Tackett’s Mill shopping center in the 2200 block of Tacketts Mill Drive for a robbery. A 14-year-old boy reported being approached by three men who robbed him at gunpoint. The suspects took the teen’s shoes, clothing, and electronics before fleeing in a white Acura sedan. They were described as one white male and two black males, all in their late teens, wearing dark clothing and masks. No injuries were reported.

Gunshots heard in Dumfries

• Dumfries — On April 6 at 9:41 p.m., police responded to Porters Inn Drive and River Ridge Boulevard for a report of gunfire. Officers found shell casings near a wooded area, but no injuries or property damage were reported.

Three businesses hit in Woodbridge burglary spree

• Woodbridge — On April 7 at 1:56 a.m., officers found shattered front doors at Pizza Hut and Chili On Top in Dillingham Square shopping center. No property was reported missing, and suspects were not located. Earlier on April 4 at 2:39 a.m., Concept Nails in the same center was burglarized. A cash register was stolen after the suspect shattered the front glass door. Investigators are working to determine if the incidents are related.

Apartment entered in Manassas

• Manassas — On April 5 at 3:43 a.m., police responded to Rosemary Ridge Apartments in the 10900 block of Wild Ginger Circle. A sliding glass door was used to enter the apartment sometime between April 4 at 11 a.m. and April 5 at 12:40 a.m. No property was reported stolen, and there were no signs of forced entry.

Storage unit burglarized

• Woodbridge — On April 4 at 9:17 a.m., a storage unit at Public Storage, 1365 Old Bridge Road, was found broken into. Tools and other items were stolen sometime between March 28 and April 4.

Domestic dispute leads to knife injury

• Manassas area — On April 6 at 1:36 p.m., officers arrested Tiffany Michelle Wyatt, 42, following a domestic dispute with a 43-year-old man at a residence on Community Drive. Police said Wyatt used a knife to injure the victim’s hand.
  Charge: Malicious wounding
  Bond: $3,000 secured | Court date: Pending

Man accused of holding woman at gunpoint

• Dumfries — On April 4 at 7:23 p.m., Kevin Jenkins, 20, was arrested after allegedly brandishing a gun, restraining, and biting a 19-year-old woman during a domestic dispute on Vidalia Court.
  Charges: Abduction, brandishing a firearm, assault & battery
  Bond: Held without bond | Court date: Pending

Woman spits on officer at hotel

• Woodbridge — On April 4 at 1:06 p.m., Yamilet Kassandra Glen, 28, was arrested at the Hilton Garden Inn in the 2500 block of Neabsco Common Place. Police said she and another occupant refused to leave after checkout, and Glen spat on an officer and hotel employee.
  Charges: Assault & battery on a LEO, assault & battery, trespassing
  Bond: Unavailable | Court date: Pending

Man found inside grocery store after break-in

• Manassas area — On April 6 at 4:16 a.m., police found and arrested Henry Paulino Rodas Reyes, 29, inside Global Foods on Festival Lane following an alarm. The front door had been left ajar, but no items were reported missing. Charge: Burglary. Bond: $7,000 secured | Court date: Pending

Stafford County

Pepper spray used during assault with cane

• Fleet Road — On April 4 at 6:08 a.m., a victim used pepper spray to defend himself after a suspect attempted to hit him with a cane. The suspect was charged with simple assault and held until sober.

Man assaulted by woman while drinking

• Cobblers Court — At 6:58 a.m. on April 4, a man reported being assaulted by a known woman while the two were drinking together.

Inmate hides drugs in boot

• Rappahannock Regional Jail — On April 4 at 2:55 p.m., jail staff found a suspected controlled substance hidden in an inmate’s boot. The substance was seized.

Teen stopped for DUI with open liquor

• Richmond Highway — On April 4 at 10:47 p.m., an 18-year-old was pulled over at the Last Stop Mart for speeding. The teen showed signs of intoxication and had an open liquor bottle. He was charged with DUI, underage possession, and other related offenses.

Don Julio stolen twice in same day

• ABC Store, Town and Country Drive — On April 4, deputies responded to two larcenies. At 5:36 p.m., two juveniles stole four bottles of Don Julio. At 7:44 p.m., a man stole two more bottles of whiskey.

Three women charged with public intoxication

• Brafferton Boulevard, April 4, 3:23 a.m.: A woman was knocking on a door while intoxicated.
• Stafford Courthouse, April 4, 10:32 a.m.: A woman arrived intoxicated and had an active warrant.
• Yellow Finch Way, April 5, 4:26 p.m.: A woman admitted to drinking Buzz Balls and vodka before deputies found her stumbling.

Text threats lead to arrest

• Dent Road — On April 5 at 3:08 p.m., a woman was arrested after sending threatening messages about burning down a house. She was held on a $2,500 secured bond.

Three warrant arrests in two days

• All Star Pawn, Kings Highway, April 4: A suspect tried to use a fake ID but was arrested for multiple larcenies and identity theft.
• Rappahannock Regional Jail, April 4: A man turned himself in while intoxicated, saying he got drunk to make surrender “easier.”
• Advance Auto Parts, Washington Square Plaza, April 5: A wanted man from Ashland was arrested during a traffic stop and charged with additional vehicle violations.

Jose Rafael Lizama, a 48-year-old Manassas Park resident, was sentenced on April 3, 2025, to 10 years in prison, with five years suspended, for the 2023 death of Justin Burns. He will serve five years in the Virginia Department of Corrections, followed by five years of supervised probation. Lizama must also wear an ankle monitor for continuous drug and alcohol testing after release.

Four days before the start of his January 2025 trial, Lizama took a plea deal and admitted to striking and killing Justin Burns of Blackstone near Richmond while speeding and driving drunk on December 2, 2023. Justin was crossing the 8900 block of Center Street in downtown Manassas, near Old Town Sports Pub, just before 11 p.m. Police crime scene investigators determined that Lizama was traveling nearly double the speed limit in foggy weather when he struck Justin. 

Prince William Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Ryan Reynolds, told the court that police wrote in their report that Lizama had attempted to blend into the crowd to avoid responsibility for the crash until witnesses identified him as the driver.

Lizama appeared remorseful before Prince William County Circuit Court Judge Angela Horan, apologizing to the judge, the victim’s family, and his own family. “I’m sorry from the bottom of my heart to Mr. Burns’ family. My words will never be enough for the pain and suffering that I have caused,” Lizama said through a Spanish interpreter.

Horan said she wanted to see an end to drunk driving and stated that the sentencing guidelines did not allow for a harsher sentence. “We are never going to eradicate this behavior (drunk driving) if we let people get away,” she said, adding, “too many lives are taken because of this behavior.”  Raising her voice, Horan expressed anger that he had been driving 47 miles per hour drunk down Manassas’ Center Street. “That decision was outside the realm of the sentencing guidelines.”

Lizama had prior offenses related to speeding and alcohol dating back to 2018 in Virginia. It is unclear when he entered the country or if he had other violations elsewhere.

Kim Burns, Justin’s mother, gave a victim impact statement emphasizing his philanthropic work in the community. He volunteered with several organizations, including the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in Manassas. He also founded Succor Solutions, Inc., a nonprofit specializing in disaster recovery and economic development in Blackstone.

Burns told the court she was saddened not to receive a call from Justin on her 66th birthday, as he had done every year. “Our lives changed forever that day. There will never be a day I don’t wake up thinking of Justin, and he is the last thought I have before I go to sleep. My son had so much to give, and that’s not going to happen now. I’m never going to get to dance with my son at his wedding. I’m never going to get to hold my grandchild from him, and he’s not going to be there for his brother and sister when his dad and I get old.”

“Justin was a blessing to the community, what a loss his death was to the community,” Horan said in response.

Justin had been in town to attend an event for his nonprofit. Burns described Justin’s death as a “good day,” during which he participated at the Manassas Christmas parade with his brother and toured the recently renovated Manassas Museum. He was on his way to Old Town Sports Pub to meet friends when he was killed.

After sentencing, Burns told Potomac Local News that she was glad Horan did not hold back in chastising Lizama from the bench. “While nothing can fill the loss of our son, Justin, Judge Horan served a sentence that brings him some justice while setting a precedent that drinking and driving will not be tolerated.”

Burns said her family plans to honor Justin’s legacy by organizing an annual blood drive, something he was passionate about. Justin was designated as a “Hero for Babies” by the American Red Cross, a title awarded to blood donors who meet specific criteria to provide safe and essential blood for newborns and infants. His blood donations over the years saved more than 75 lives.

Lizama’s attorney, Fernando Villarroel of the Manassas-based Irving Law Group, did not respond to requests for comment. He had sought only probation and alcohol treatment for Lizama, but Horan denied the request.

Prince William County:

Road Rage Shooting – Suspect at Large

Dale Blvd & Forestdale Ave (Dale City) – April 2, 2025
A man was shot at during a road rage incident while driving on Dale Blvd. The suspect, described as a Black male in his 30s with dreadlocks, fired multiple rounds before fleeing. The victim’s vehicle was struck, but no injuries were reported. Police are actively searching for the suspect.

Armed Robbery at Gas Station

Wawa – 13303 Telegraph Rd (Woodbridge) – April 1, 2025
A clerk was held at gunpoint by a masked suspect demanding cash. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of money and fled on foot. No injuries were reported. The suspect is described as a Black male, approximately 5’10”, wearing all black clothing and a ski mask.

Assault on Police Officer

Prince William Pkwy & Hoadly Rd – April 1, 2025
A traffic stop turned violent when a driver became combative, striking an officer. The suspect, identified as Johnathan Parker, 32, of Manassas, was arrested and charged with assaulting an officer and resisting arrest.

Hit-and-Run Driver Crashes into Business

Sudley Rd (Manassas) – April 2, 2025
A driver lost control and crashed into a storefront before fleeing the scene. The business sustained major damage, but no injuries were reported. Police are reviewing surveillance footage to identify the suspect.

Stafford County:

Drug Bust at Local Church – Multiple Arrests

Victory Church (Garrisonville Rd) – April 1, 2025
A major drug operation was uncovered at a local church, where deputies found large amounts of narcotics and cash. Several individuals were arrested, and more charges are expected as the investigation continues.

DUI – Suspect Found Passed Out at Intersection

Route 610 & Mine Rd – April 2, 2025
Deputies discovered a driver unconscious at a red light with an open bottle of liquor in his lap. The suspect, a 36-year-old male from Stafford, was arrested for DUI and reckless driving.

Residential Burglary – Suspect Caught on Camera

Austin Ridge Dr – April 1, 2025
A homeowner reported a break-in caught on a Ring camera. The suspect forced entry through the back door and stole electronics before fleeing. Police are working to identify the suspect.

Vandalism – Vehicles Keyed in Parking Lot

Target – 1090 Stafford Market Pl – April 1, 2025
Multiple vehicles were keyed in the parking lot. Victims reported deep scratches along the sides of their cars. Surveillance footage is being reviewed.

Father, 6-year-old son drown in Rappahannock River

A spring break outing turned tragic when a father and his 6-year-old son drowned in the Rappahannock River in Spotsylvania County.

Danny Sumner and his young son went to a boat landing off Legacy Lane on Saturday, March 22, sometime before 5 p.m. They were reported missing when they didn’t return home by 9:45 p.m. Deputies responding to the scene found Sumner’s vehicle and cell phone near the dock. Shortly after the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office Dive Team entered the water, they recovered both victims.

Investigators say the child, who had just caught a fish, fell into the river. His father jumped in to save him but drowned in the attempt.

The child was enrolled in Spotsylvania County Public Schools. Officials say counseling will be made available.

The sheriff’s office emphasized that the area where they entered the water is not a public boat ramp. The Rappahannock River is tidal and unpredictable. At the time of the incident, the water was 9 feet deep and 52 degrees cold.

There is no evidence of foul play.

Fredericksburg Police

Man arrested after exposing himself to Girl Scouts, masturbating in coffee shop

Fredericksburg Police arrested 28-year-old Terrence Bernard Rock Graham after a series of disturbing incidents on March 29.

Witnesses say Graham exposed himself to a group of Girl Scouts selling cookies. A bystander told him to leave, and he fled on a bicycle. Later, he inappropriately grabbed a restaurant employee at J. Brian’s while helping with a flag, then returned trying to speak with her again. Finally, he was caught masturbating inside a downtown coffee shop next to two female patrons.

Graham, who has no fixed address, was arrested nearby and is being held without bond. He faces multiple charges:

• Indecent Exposure
• Actual or Simulated Masturbation in Public
• Sexual Battery

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Fredericksburg Police at 540-373-3122 or text “FPDtip” to 847-411.

Additional Fredericksburg incidents

• Theft from motor vehicles was reported on West Kensington Circle and Woodland Road.
• Wallet thefts occurred at Panera Bread on Carl D. Silver Parkway.
• Vandalism to a car was reported on Keeneland Road.

Notable arrests include charges for malicious wounding, firearm possession by a felon, drug possession, multiple shoplifting incidents, and several family-related assaults. A full list of names and charges is available from the department.

Prince William County Police

Armed robbery suspect arrested

Deontae Terrell Galitan, 21, of Woodbridge, was arrested March 29 in connection with an armed robbery at the 7-Eleven on Dumfries Road earlier that month. He brandished a firearm and stole cash before fleeing. He was served with charges while already incarcerated on unrelated matters.

Gun brandished at teen in Manassas

On April 1, a 17-year-old boy was approached by two masked suspects on Winchester Court near Irongate Way. One suspect pulled a firearm during a brief confrontation before they separated. No one was hurt. The suspects were dressed in all dark clothing.

Swastika found at Patriot High School

A school resource officer reported a swastika drawn inside a classroom dictionary on March 26. The incident, reported two days later, did not contain threats or additional markings.

Anyone with tips is asked to contact Prince William County Police at 703-792-7000 or visit pwcva.gov/policetip.

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office

DUI crash leads to assault on rescue staff

On April 1 at 8:11 p.m., Stanley Oliver Jr., 61, of Warrenton, was a passenger in a Dodge Charger that crashed into a tractor-trailer near Warrenton and Cedar Grove roads. Police say Oliver, intoxicated, grabbed the steering wheel, causing the crash. The vehicle also carried a juvenile.

During a search, deputies found suspected controlled substances. While being transported in an ambulance, Oliver became aggressive and assaulted Fire and Rescue staff. No one was hurt.

Oliver was charged with:

• DUI
• Possession of controlled substances
• 3 counts of assault on rescue staff
• Child neglect
• Interfering with driver control
• Driving without a license

He is being held without bond.

Other Stafford incidents

• Public intoxication at Lowe’s on Stafford Market Place resulted in a nighttime arrest.
• Threatening texts reported by a woman on Providence Street from an ex-boyfriend since January.
• Vandalism at Paddy’s Steakhouse, where a window was shattered and glass neatly swept into a pile.
• Another vandalism involved a smashed vehicle window on Spring Lake Drive.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office at 540-658-4450.

 

Prince William County

MALICIOUS WOUNDING | ARMED ROBBERY
Regency Apartments, Gardenia Ln, Manassas | March 20 (Arrests on March 23 & 29)
A 38-year-old woman was lured by acquaintances, assaulted, cut with a razor, and robbed.

• Malkia Dannelle Alexander, 40, of Fredericksburg – Charged with malicious wounding
• Devin Edward Thompson, 38, of Haymarket – Charged with malicious wounding and robbery
  Both suspects have been arrested.

STRANGULATION [Domestic]
Deward Ct, Manassas | March 30, 9:00 p.m. (Reported March 31)
A 61-year-old woman was choked and beaten during a domestic dispute.
Otis Lee Allen, 54, is wanted for strangulation and domestic assault. He remains at large.

BRANDISHING OF A FIREARM [Road Rage]
Opitz Blvd & Gideon Dr, Woodbridge | March 28, 4:08 p.m.
A road rage incident escalated when a driver pointed a firearm at another man.
Marshad D. Ledbetter, 29, of Triangle is wanted for brandishing a firearm.

RECKLESS HANDLING OF A FIREARM
Keelingwood Cl, Woodbridge | March 31, 8:55 p.m.
Tyra Tedder, 26, fired several rounds into the air during a verbal dispute. No injuries or damage were reported. She was arrested and released on a $2,500 bond.

Stafford County

ASSAULT
Paradise Court | March 31, 1:45 p.m.
A boyfriend was charged with assault and battery after attacking his girlfriend during an argument over money. Bystanders intervened. He is held without bond.

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

• Richmond Hwy & Woodstock Ln | March 30, 7:18 p.m.
  A Dodge Ram driver with expired tags admitted to drinking “quite a few Buzz Balls.” He faces DUI (BAC over .2), open container, and registration violations. Held on a $2,500 bond.
• Enterprise Rent-a-Car, 2875 Richmond Hwy | March 31, 12:14 p.m.
  A woman with a heavily damaged vehicle said her car was “a little wonky.” She was charged with DUI and lane violation. Held until sober.
• Bells Hill Rd | March 31, 12:47 a.m.
  A man was caught urinating after swerving on the road. Police found an open box of wine and a fake registration. He was charged with DUI, refusal, altered plates, and other infractions. Held on a $3,000 bond.

LARCENY
Goodwill, 54 North Stafford Complex Center | March 31, 12:13 p.m.
A man’s speaker was stolen from his bike while he shopped. Video evidence led to a suspect confession. A warrant was issued.

VANDALISM

• Giant, 35 Town & Country Dr | March 30, 7:33 a.m.
  Rocks were thrown at a woman’s vehicle during breakfast.
• Royal Farms, 4 Commerce Pkwy | March 30, 2:55 p.m.
  A motorcyclist damaged a gas pump nozzle in frustration.
• Coastal Ave | March 31, 10:54 a.m.
  A family woke up to find their home egged—no candy involved.

WARRANT SERVED
7-Eleven, 378 Garrisonville Rd | March 30, 5:18 p.m.
Deputy Bates spotted a wanted woman who initially resisted. A tattoo confirmed her identity. She was arrested for a probation violation, obstruction, and drug possession. Held without bond.

Prince William County

Domestic Dispute Turns Violent in Coverstone IV Apartments
At 10:10 p.m. on Friday, March 29, police were called to the Coverstone IV Apartments on Cass Place for a domestic incident. A 27-year-old woman told officers that her acquaintance, Micah Emmanuel Ragin, 30, of Kannapolis, N.C., assaulted and strangled her during an argument. The man also allegedly threatened her with a knife. Police obtained warrants for Ragin, who remains at large. He is wanted for strangulation, attempted malicious wounding, and domestic assault and battery.

Instagram Sale Leads to Armed Robbery
Early Saturday morning, March 30, a 21-year-old man reported being robbed at gunpoint during a meet-up to sell clothing through Instagram. The robbery occurred on Croce Court, also in the Coverstone IV Apartments. The buyer pulled a firearm and, with the help of an accomplice, stole clothing, money, and a firearm. No injuries were reported. The suspects fled before police arrived.

Driver Brandishes Gun at Group
Just before 10:40 p.m. on March 28, officers responded to Sudley Road, where the driver of a white BMW allegedly pulled a gun on a group of people during an argument in a parking lot. A 23-year-old man approached the vehicle and was threatened with the weapon. The suspect fled the scene. No injuries were reported.

Gunfire in Two Neighborhoods
Officers also investigated two separate reports of gunfire in Manassas on Sunday, March 30:

Around 4:47 p.m., multiple shots were heard on Twin Rivers Drive. A red sedan was seen fleeing. Shell casings were recovered, with no injuries or damage reported.
At 5:33 p.m., more shots were reported on Duvon Place. A vehicle sped away, and shell casings were found nearby on Evans Ford Road. No injuries or damage were reported.

Stafford County

Chess Match Escalates into Assault
On March 29 at 6:46 p.m., deputies responded to a home on Puri Lane where an intoxicated man allegedly assaulted another person after a dispute during a chess game. The suspect also attempted to retrieve a firearm. Deputies arrested him after a brief struggle. He was charged with assault and battery, public intoxication, and obstruction of justice.

Ramoth Church Rider Charged
On March 28 just before 10 p.m., deputies were called to the 1000 block of Ramoth Church Road for a vehicle crash. A Toyota traveling at high speed left the roadway and slammed into a parked pickup truck, pushing it approximately 175 feet into a neighbor’s home. The driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured and showed signs of intoxication. Deputies found numerous bottles of alcohol in the car. The man was charged at the hospital with DUI, driving without a license, no insurance, and reckless driving. No one inside the home was injured.

DUI Arrests

Washington Square Plaza (3/28, 12:20 p.m.): A man was found intoxicated behind the wheel of a Jeep in the Sheetz parking lot. He admitted to drinking “a lot” and had open containers. He was charged with DUI and driving on a revoked license.

Richmond Hwy & Courthouse Rd (3/29, 2:22 a.m.): A woman driving 50 mph in a 35 mph zone was pulled over. She had open containers and failed sobriety tests. She was charged with DUI, speeding, and refusal.

George Mason Road (3/29, 6:27 p.m.): A woman driving a Mercedes was stopped after tailgating. She admitted to drinking five glasses of wine and claimed her “bubbly personality” could be mistaken for intoxication. She was charged with DUI and released to a responsible party.

Fraud Alert
A resident reported receiving a scam phone call from someone posing as a sheriff’s deputy demanding a gift card to avoid arrest for missing jury duty.

Thefts and Larcenies

Ulta Beauty (3/28): Three suspects stole over $5,000 in high-end cosmetics and hair care products.
America’s Best Value Inn (3/29): A man not staying at the hotel was caught stealing towels for the second day in a row.
Walmart (3/29): A man was cited after stealing oral care products and leaving in a Chevy Malibu.
Public Intoxication Calls

Town Center Blvd (3/28): An intoxicated woman trying to walk to Woodbridge was taken to the hospital.
Garrisonville Road (3/29): A man walking with his pants falling down was arrested for public intoxication.
Warrant Arrests

Raynar Court (3/28): A woman wanted in Pennsylvania was arrested without incident.
Garrison Woods (3/29): A man wanted in Stafford, Caroline County, and Maryland was arrested and held without bond.

Fredericksburg

Home Invasion and Aggravated Assault Under Investigation
Fredericksburg Police are investigating a violent breaking and entering that occurred around 10:40 p.m. on March 29 in the 1000 block of Hotchkiss Place. A masked man dressed in all black forced his way through a basement door and assaulted a female resident, strangling her until she lost consciousness. The victim later regained consciousness and struggled with the intruder, possibly breaking his arm before he fled on foot toward the Snowden Hills area.

Despite searches by the Fredericksburg Police Drone Team and a K9 unit from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect remains at large. He is described as a heavier-set man, approximately 6’2”, wearing all-black clothing and a black balaclava. Anyone with information is asked to contact Fredericksburg Police at 540-373-3122.