Armed Robbery in Manassas
On January 26, around 11:33 p.m., two men, ages 19 and 21, were robbed at gunpoint at the Gardens of Crestwood Village on Provincial Drive. Suspects, described as Black males with thin builds, brandished firearms and stole various items, including a camera and recording equipment, before fleeing in a Toyota Camry. One victim was struck with a firearm and sustained minor injuries.
Brandishing Incident in Dumfries
Police responded to the Red Roof Inn on Dumfries Road on January 25 at 4:00 a.m. after a man reported being threatened with a firearm by an acquaintance of a female companion. The suspect fled before officers arrived. No injuries or shots were reported.
Reckless Handling of a Firearm in Woodbridge
On January 24, officers investigated a shots-fired report on Blackburn Road near Wentwood Lane. Shell casings were found, but no injuries or property damage occurred.
Series of Commercial Burglaries
Several commercial burglaries occurred between January 25 and 27:
- Two Smoke Hut stores in Woodbridge were broken into using hammers. Tobacco products were stolen.
- A filing cabinet was stolen from Woodbridge Auto Auction on Horner Road.
- Forced entry was reported at Pep Boys and Tobacco & More locations, with varying levels of property damage and theft.
Residential Burglaries in Dumfries and Woodbridge
Two residential burglaries occurred:
- A home on Cherry Hill Road was broken into via a kitchen window, but nothing was stolen.
- Another residence on Silvia Loop was damaged but not entered, and no property was reported missing.
Arrests
- Domestic Violence Arrests:
- Yvonne Watson, 43, of Fredericksburg, was charged with malicious wounding after striking a family member during an altercation on January 25.
- Yeni Carolina Suria, 31, of Manassas, was charged with malicious wounding after biting a family member during a dispute.
- Juvenile Shooting Arrest:
- A 17-year-old male was charged with shooting into an occupied vehicle on January 23. No injuries were reported, and the suspect is being held at the Juvenile Detention Center.
Stafford County Crime News
Rocks are thrown at cars
On January 25th, around 9:30 p.m, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Communications Center began receiving calls about suspects throwing rocks at vehicles in the England Run area. Deputies quickly saturated the area and identified the suspect vehicle as a white Hyundai.
Deputy M.A. Pearce located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop as it pulled into Gayle Middle School. Deputy D.S. Jett assisted, identifying the driver as Camryn McEntire, 19, and the passengers as Jake Hill and Luis Arias Oliart, both 18.
The investigation revealed the trio had not only damaged unoccupied cars but had escalated their crime spree by throwing large rocks at a pedestrian and an occupied vehicle. Deputies found rocks in the suspect vehicle that matched those used in the incidents.
- Jake Hill and Luis Arias Oliart were charged with felonious assault, throwing a missile at an occupied vehicle, conspiracy, and vandalism.
- Camryn McEntire was charged with conspiracy.
All three suspects were placed in the Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
The investigation is ongoing. Deputies have generated 24 reports in the England Run and Cardinal Forest neighborhoods but are asking additional victims to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office at 540-658-4400 if their vehicles were damaged.
Kudos to the deputies for stopping this dangerous crime spree. Now it’s up to the courts to decide their fate.
Assault Incidents
- On January 24, at the Rappahannock Regional Jail, a fight between two inmates resulted in minor injuries. Inmate one initiated the altercation but was overpowered by inmate two, a former boxer. A warrant for assault and battery was issued against inmate one.
- On January 25, deputies responded to an assault on Potomac Crest Circle. A suspect assaulted the victim during a conversation that escalated while drinking. The incident, captured on camera, led to charges of assault, battery, and strangulation. The suspect is being held without bond.
DUI Arrests
- January 24: Deputies stopped a driver swerving off the road on Liberty Hall Drive. The intoxicated driver admitted to consuming wine before running errands and was charged with driving under the influence.
- January 25: Deputies encountered a truck stopped on Anderson Drive. The 20-year-old driver, covered in mud, admitted to consuming beer before testing his truck. He was charged with underage drinking and stopping on a highway.
Larceny Reports
- On January 24, a suspect stole a case of Truly Hard Seltzer from Wawa. Deputies identified the suspect through surveillance footage and obtained a warrant for larceny.
- Later that day, at Sheetz on Wyche Road, a suspect attempted to steal various alcoholic beverages, including Buzz Balls and Fireballs, for what seemed like a planned wild night.
- On January 25, a business phone was stolen from Sheetz. Deputies used camera footage to identify the suspect and secured a larceny warrant.
Threats at Amazon
Two staff members at Amazon on Centreport Parkway reported receiving threatening messages from a recently fired employee on January 25. The suspect made bomb threats and threatened employees’ lives, using multiple phones. Deputies issued warrants for threats of death and threats to bomb.
Investigators are mum about how they died.
On Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., deputies responded to a call from a concerned individual who reported not having heard from a friend. Upon visiting the residence in the 10800 block of Heatherwood Drive, the caller entered the home and discovered a female’s body. They exited and contacted the Spotsylvania County 911 call center.
Deputies arrived at the scene and found both a male and female deceased within the residence. The victims were identified as 61-year-old Charles Childress and 59-year-old Kimberly Newcomb. Authorities confirmed that the pair had been living together, although the exact nature of their relationship remains unclear.
Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) initiated an investigation, conducting interviews and collecting evidence at the scene. Preliminary findings revealed that both victims suffered what law enforcement officers call “fatal injuries,’ and the incident has been classified as a homicide.
More as we have it.
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office Incidents
McDUI in Fast Food Drive-Thru
On January 24, 2025, at 12:25 a.m., Sergeant E.E. West responded to a single-vehicle crash at the McDonald’s on Wonder Road. An intoxicated driver, identified as Juan Gomez Alvarez, 38, of North Carolina, entered the drive-thru at a high rate of speed, struck a sign, and came to rest at an awkward angle, blocking the lane.
Gomez Alvarez displayed red, glassy eyes and had a strong odor of alcohol. The investigation revealed that he had been convicted of DUI in New York just the previous day, making this his second offense in five years. He was charged with DUI second offense, refusal, and destruction of property and was taken to Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
Authorities remind residents to plan for a designated driver before going out. Don’t drive drunk
Malicious Wounding and Brandishing a Firearm
On January 23, 2025, at 2:45 a.m., deputies responded to a disturbance on Malvern Lakes Circle. A male suspect broke the victim’s cellphone, leading to a verbal argument that escalated into an assault. During the incident, the suspect brandished a firearm toward friends of the victim. Deputies detained the suspect and charged him with malicious wounding, two counts of assault and battery, destruction of property, and brandishing a firearm. He is being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
Hit-and-Run on Taylors Hill Way
At 3:02 p.m. on January 23, deputies investigated a hit-and-run involving a mailbox on Taylors Hill Way. A resident reported hearing a loud noise and later discovered her mailbox had been destroyed. Witnesses described the suspect’s vehicle as a black Jeep, which fled the scene. Authorities are investigating this incident.
Drive Under the Influence of “Coffee”
At approximately 2:00 a.m. on January 23, deputies conducted a traffic stop on a Jeep near Warrenton Road and Hartwood Church Road for a traffic violation. Deputy C.A. Sharp engaged with the driver, Stanford Miles, 49, of Stafford, who exhibited slurred speech, red, glassy eyes, and the odor of alcohol. When asked about his alcohol consumption, Miles claimed he had consumed “coffee,” though his behavior suggested otherwise.
Field sobriety tests were conducted, and Miles was arrested for his fourth DUI offense, with a blood alcohol content above .2. Miles, who has three prior DUI convictions, was charged and taken to Rappahannock Regional Jail, where he is being held without bond.
DUI Arrest in Aquia Harbour
On January 22, 2025, at 8:55 p.m., a traffic stop on Aquia Drive in Aquia Harbour revealed an intoxicated driver, Devon Mulgrew, 35, of Stafford. Mulgrew refused to exit his vehicle and rummaged through the glove box. An Aquia Harbour Officer removed him from the vehicle and restrained him on the ground.
Mulgrew was charged with DUI, possession of a controlled substance, obstruction, possession of controlled paraphernalia, refusal, a traffic lane violation, and a traffic sign violation. He further escalated the situation by assaulting a deputy at the Magistrate’s Office, resulting in an additional charge of assault and battery on law enforcement. He is being held without bond at Rappahannock Regional Jail.
Prince William County Police Incidents
Attempted Malicious Wounding Arrest in Woodbridge
On January 23, 2025, at approximately 8:48 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 2100 block of Port Potomac Avenue in Woodbridge to investigate an assault. A verbal altercation between a 52-year-old woman and an acquaintance escalated when the suspect brandished a knife and attempted to cut the victim. A struggle ensued, and the victim sustained minor injuries.
The suspect, Hillery Hurst Thomas, 47, of Greenbelt, was arrested and charged with attempted malicious wounding and assault and battery. He is being held without bond.
Manassas Police Incidents
The Manassas City Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in locating Diego Esquivel Martinez, who is wanted on several felony counts of check fraud.
In September 2023, Esquivel Martinez allegedly cashed several fraudulent checks at a local business, causing the business to lose thousands of dollars. Authorities are asking anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact the Manassas City Police at 703-257-8000.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to the Manassas City/Manassas Park Crime Solvers. The organization offers a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest in these cases. Anonymous tips can be provided via the confidential 24-hour tip line at 703-330-0330 or through the P3 Tips app.
To submit a tip using the app, scan the QR code or visit https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=271.
Contact Information:
- Prince William County Police Department: 703-792-7000 or pwcva.gov/policetip
- Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: 540-658-4450 or follow updates on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
- Manassas City Police Department: 703-257-8000
Jesus Enrique Ramirez Cabrera, 23, of Manassas, appeared in a Prince William County court Thursday, January 23, for a preliminary hearing related to his arrest last fall after he was accused of abducting a Manassas City school girl at a city bus stop.
Initially, Ramirez Cabrera was charged with Abduction of a Minor, Robbery using Force, both felonies and misdemeanors, Petit Larceny, and Impersonating an Officer.
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Arrest of Shooting Suspect
On January 17, Daquan Warren, 24, of Woodford, was arrested by the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office for his alleged involvement in the downtown Fredericksburg shooting on December 14, 2024. Warren is charged with second-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. He is being held at Pamunkey Regional Jail without bond. The Fredericksburg Police Department, led by Detective Tittle, continues its investigation and urges the public to share any relevant information.
Shots Fired and Breaking and Entering
- On January 20, Fredericksburg police responded to reports of gunfire and a burglary in the 1100 block of Townsend Boulevard. A bullet entered an unrelated apartment, striking a kitchen cabinet, while items were stolen from a separate residence. Witnesses reported seeing a group of men fleeing the scene. No injuries were reported, and police are working to determine if the incidents are connected.
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office
Assaults
- Chatham Heights Road: A January 20 altercation led to an assault charge after the suspect fled the scene but was later located by deputies.
- North Stafford High School: A prearranged fight on January 21 between two students resulted in assault and battery charges for both.
Breaking and Entering
- Ripley Road: A man’s ex-girlfriend unlawfully entered his home on January 21. She was served with a warrant for unlawful entry.
Larcenies
- ABC Store (Richmond Highway): Two men stole liquor on January 20 and fled in a black F-150 with trash in the truck bed.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: On January 20, a customer left without paying an $80 tab, leaving behind a hotel key that led to his arrest.
- Walmart: A suspect stole $100 worth of Legos on January 21.
Prince William County Police Department
Strong-Arm Robbery
- Balls Ford Road, Manassas: On January 21, a robbery escalated from an argument between a 19-year-old woman and the suspect. The victim sustained minor injuries. The suspect, Jose Fernando Martinez-Gonzalez, was arrested and charged with robbery and domestic assault & battery.
Community Awareness The public is encouraged to assist with ongoing investigations:
- Fredericksburg Police: Call 540-373-3122 or text “FPDtip” to “847-411.”
- Stafford County Sheriff: Call (540) 658-4450.
- Prince William County Police: Call (703) 792-7000 or submit a web tip at pwcva.gov/policetip.
Stay updated by following these agencies on social media.
Fredericksburg Police Department
Arrest of Shooting Suspect
- On January 17, Daquan Warren, 24, of Woodford, was arrested by the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office for his alleged involvement in the downtown Fredericksburg shooting on December 14, 2024. Warren is charged with second-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. He is being held at Pamunkey Regional Jail without bond. The Fredericksburg Police Department, led by Detective Tittle, continues its investigation and urges the public to share any relevant information.
Shots Fired and Breaking and Entering
- On January 20, Fredericksburg police responded to reports of gunfire and a burglary in the 1100 block of Townsend Boulevard. A bullet entered an unrelated apartment, striking a kitchen cabinet, while items were stolen from a separate residence. Witnesses reported seeing a group of men fleeing the scene. No injuries were reported, and police are working to determine if the incidents are connected.
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office
Assaults
- Chatham Heights Road: A January 20 altercation led to an assault charge after the suspect fled the scene but was later located by deputies.
- North Stafford High School: A prearranged fight on January 21 between two students resulted in assault and battery charges for both.
Breaking and Entering
- Ripley Road: A man’s ex-girlfriend unlawfully entered his home on January 21. She was served with a warrant for unlawful entry.
Larcenies
- ABC Store (Richmond Highway): Two men stole liquor on January 20 and fled in a black F-150 with trash in the truck bed.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: On January 20, a customer left without paying an $80 tab, leaving behind a hotel key that led to his arrest.
- Walmart: A suspect stole $100 worth of Legos on January 21.
Prince William County Police Department
Strong-Arm Robbery
- Balls Ford Road, Manassas: On January 21, a robbery escalated from an argument between a 19-year-old woman and the suspect. The victim sustained minor injuries. The suspect, Jose Fernando Martinez-Gonzalez, was arrested and charged with robbery and domestic assault & battery.
Community Awareness The public is encouraged to assist with ongoing investigations:
- Fredericksburg Police: Call 540-373-3122 or text “FPDtip” to “847-411.”
- Stafford County Sheriff: Call (540) 658-4450.
- Prince William County Police: Call (703) 792-7000 or submit a web tip at pwcva.gov/policetip.
A Prince William County resident, Bethany Selvage, has her car back nearly two months after an unlicensed tow operator stole it, according to police. On January 2, 2025, Manassas City Police located Selvage’s 2018 Nissan Sentra.
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Police have arrested a suspect in connection to the fatal shooting of a 22-year-old man in the 8300 block of Sunset Drive near Manassas on January 9.
Marlon Osvaldo Bautista, 20, of Manassas Park, was apprehended on January 13 and charged with second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Bautista is being held without bond, and a court date is pending.
The victim has been identified as Calvin Tyshaun Odell Batsone, 22, of Woodbridge. Police say Batsone was shot during an altercation involving two groups that escalated into gunfire. The groups fled the scene in separate vehicles, and Batsone was later transported to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. No additional injuries or property damage were reported.
The investigation initially faced challenges as Bautista remained at large after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Detectives worked to locate Bautista and apprehend him, ensuring justice for the victim and his family.
Authorities emphasize that this incident does not appear to be random. The police are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact detectives at 703-792-6500 or submit tips online at pwcva.gov/policetip.
The investigation remains active, and further details will be released as they become available.
Here’s a summary of recent incidents reported by the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office:
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.
Larceny
– Enlighten Church: A van was stolen from the parking lot. The investigation is ongoing.
– Holiday Inn: A victim’s cash, tequila, and a female companion vanished during a late-night meeting.
– Lancelot Lane: An Amazon package marked as delivered was reported stolen after it couldn’t be located.
Public Intoxication
A drunk male passed out in the lobby of Quality Inn was arrested and held at the jail until sober.
Vandalism
Three juveniles broke into an abandoned house on Ferry Road, shattering a window. They attempted to flee but were apprehended. Criminal complaints were filed, and they were released to their parents.
Warrants Served
– Buffalo Wild Wings: A man wanted for failure to pay child support and additional warrants from Maryland was arrested.
– S Pointe Lane: A woman wanted in Alabama was arrested after deputies responded to a disturbance.
