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Heads up in Nokesville: VDOT plans to close a portion of Glenkirk Road on Wednesday.

Weather permitting, Glenkirk Road (Route 675) will be closed at Vint Hill Road (Route 215) Wednesday, July 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for tree work, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Those needing to reach properties along Glenkirk Road will have access; however, drivers will only be able to access Glenkirk Road via Hamill Run Drive and points northward. The work site will be just south of the property at 14951 Glenkirk Road.

Through traffic will be detoured via Vint Hill Road, Rollins Ford Road and Hamill Run Drive back to Glenkirk Road. Drivers are asked to follow posted detour signs.

You can get traffic, work zone and incident information online at 511virginia.org, via the free mobile 511Virginia app, or by calling 511 in Virginia anywhere anytime.

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Gabriel Alexander Bruins

Prince William Police Department: Attempted Malicious Wounding *ARRESTS – On January 2, 2024, officers concluded the investigation into the shots fired call that was reported to have occurred in a parking lot in the 14600 block of Potomac Mills Road in Woodbridge on July 20, 2023. During the investigation, officers were able to identify and obtained warrants for two men who shot during the altercation. The incident stemmed from a previous dispute involving other known parties. While investigating the incident, one of the accused tampered with evidence. One of the suspects, identified as Gabriel Alexander BRUINS, was served on

Kalill Gary Gill

January 2 while in custody at the Prince William-Manassas Regional Adult Detention Center on unrelated charges, while the second suspect, identified as Kalill Gary GILL, was located in the Woodbridge area and taken into custody without incident the following day. Arrested between January 2-3: Gabriel Alexander BRUINS, 22, of 3519 Forestdale Avenue in Woodbridge. Charged with attempted malicious wounding and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Court Date: Pending | Status: Remains Incarcerated. Kalill Gary GILL, 20, of 3328 Wyndale Court in Woodbridge. Charged with attempted malicious wounding, evidence tampering, and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”

Attempted Malicious Wounding [Previously Released] – On July 20 at 8:21 p.m., officers responded to a parking lot located in the 14600 block of Potomac Mills Road in Woodbridge to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed the victim, a 22-year-old man, and a female acquaintance were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. At one point during the encounter, the woman contacted two male acquaintances who drove to the parking lot and confronted the victim. When the two men retrieved firearms from the vehicle, the victim fled on foot. The suspects followed the victim before rounds were exchanged between the two parties. The suspects fled prior to police arriving in the area. No injuries or property
damage were reported. While checking the area, officers located shell casings in the parking lot. This incident was not random. The investigation continues as officers attempt to locate the suspects.”

Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling – On January 4 at 12:46 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 12500 block of Bristow Road in Nokesville to investigate a destruction of property. The investigation revealed several shots were fired from the roadway which struck the home multiple times. No injuries or additional property damage were reported. Several shell casings and live rounds were located in the roadway and near the driveway.”

Commercial Burglary – On January 3 at 10:40 a.m., officers responded to Buffalo Phillys located at 13748 Smoketown Road in Woodbridge to investigate a burglary. Video surveillance revealed at approximately 5:18 a.m., an unknown man smashed the glass front door with a crowbar style tool. The suspect then entered the store where he took money from the registers before fleeing on foot. The suspect was described being mid-20s, wearing a light-colored hooded sweatshirt and pants, and dark-colored shoes.”

Nathaniel President III

Attempted Malicious Wounding of a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On January 3 at 9:31 a.m., officers responded to the Holiday Inn Express located at 10810 Battleview Parkway in Manassas to investigate a larceny. Responding officers located a man, identified as the accused matching the suspect description in the parking lot of the business sitting in a running vehicle. When officers attempted to make contact with the man, he began to drive the vehicle, striking an officer with the side mirror before striking the officer a second time with the front of the vehicle. The accused then fled the parking lot and disregarded the officer’s emergency equipment, and refused to stop. Officers pursued the accused onto Battleview Parkway to Lee Highway, where the accused attempted to strike a police cruiser. Eventually, the accused stopped his vehicle on Lee Highway. where he was taken into custody without incident. The stolen property was located inside the vehicle. The officer was treated at an area hospital for minor injuries. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Nathaniel PRESIDENT III, was arrested. Arrested on January 3: Nathaniel PRESIDENT III, 31, of 9702 Clark Place in Manassas. Charged with attempted malicious wounding on LEO, assault & battery on LEO, felony hit & run, eluding, and petit larceny. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”

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Epperson/Cedeño

Prince William County Public Schools: “PWCS celebrates seniors Fernando Cedeño from Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School and Nia Epperson from Patriot High School for earning perfect scores on a college-level Advanced Placement® (AP®) exam in May 2023. Fernando was one of only 247 (0.14%), and Nia was one of only 459 (0.28%) of students in the world to earn every point possible on the AP® Spanish Language and Culture and AP® Computer Science Principles (APCSP) exam, respectively.”

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Dwayne EDWARDS

Prince William Police Department: Strong-Arm Robbery *ARREST – On November 22, the suspect sought in connection to the robbery that was reported to have occurred at the Potomac Mills Nordstrom Rack located at 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, suite #972, in Woodbridge on November 13, was arrested. The accused, identified as Dwayne EDWARDS, was located in the Woodbridge area and taken into custody without incident. The case remains active as officers attempt to identify the second suspect involved in the incident. Arrested on November 22: Dwayne EDWARDS, 60, of 3983 Antwerp Court in Woodbridge. Charged with robbery, conspiracy to commit a felony, and grand larceny. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable. Suspect Description: Black male, unknown age, 5’10, 180lbs with a medium build. No clothing description available.”

Strong-Arm Robbery [Previously Released] – On November 13 at 11:37 a.m., officers responded to the Potomac Mills Nordstrom Rack located at 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, suite #972, to investigate a robbery. The investigation revealed loss prevention staff observed a man conceal merchandise and exit the store through an employee door. The staff member confronted the man in the parking lot loading the merchandise into a vehicle. During the encounter, a second man exited the vehicle before both men struck the staff member. The suspects then got into the vehicle and fled the area. Minor injuries were reported, and various handbags were taken. During the investigation, officers identified the second man involved as Dwayne EDWARDS and obtain arrest warrants. The initial suspect who concealed the merchandise has not been identified. Attempts to locate EDWARDS have been unsuccessful.”

Shooting into a Residential Dwelling – On November 27 at 11:14 p.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 4500 block of Kentmore Drive in Woodbridge to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed a residence was struck by gunfire as a black four-door sedan was seen fleeing the area. Officers located shell casings in the roadway. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.”

Malicious Wounding – On November 28 at 2:44 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 18500 block of Cabin Road in Triangle to investigate a stabbing. The preliminary investigation revealed the victim, a 43-year-old man, was stabbed following an altercation with an alleged unknown individual(s). Another occupant of the home contacted the police. The victim was treated at an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries. There is no suspect description at this time.”

Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On November 27 at 3:50 p.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 4300 block of Kentland Drive in Woodbridge to investigate a destruction of property. The
investigation revealed at approximately 1:00 p.m., a resident of the home woke to loud noises before discovering their vehicle parked in the roadway had been struck by gunfire. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.”

Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On November 26 at 11:07 a.m., officers responded to investigate a shots fired call that was reported to have occurred in the 10600 block of Flory Road in Nokesville earlier that morning. The investigation revealed at approximately 2:00 a.m., gunshots were heard in the above area before the caller located shell casings in the roadway later that morning. No injuries or property damage were reported.”

Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On November 27 at 12:03 p.m., officers responded to the 12400 block of Hedges Run Drive in Woodbridge  to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed witnesses had observed an unknown man retrieve a firearm from the trunk of a white BMW in the above area. While handling the firearm, the man fired two rounds before leaving the area. No injuries or property damage were reported. The suspect was described as a black male wearing a dark-colored hat, a green sweat suit, and a white vest.”

Brandishing of a Firearm – On November 26 at 10:54 a.m., officers responded to Gordon Blvd. near Horner Road in Woodbridge to investigate a brandishing. The investigation revealed the victim, a 73-year-old man, followed a truck to the above area where he confronted the driver for allegedly dumping trash in a nearby parking lot. During the encounter, the driver brandished a firearm towards the victim who contacted the police as the suspect fled the area. No shots were fired. The suspect was described as an 18–25-year-old Hispanic male with short black hair.”

Indecent Exposure – On November 26 at 11:28 p.m., officers responded to the Princeton Woods Apartments located in the 3300 block of Dry Powder Close in Dumfries to investigate an indecent exposure. The investigation revealed the victim, a 26-year-old woman, was in the parking lot when she observed an unclothed man making inappropriate gestures. No interaction occurred between the victim and the suspect who left the area a short time later. Suspect Description: A white male, approximately 5’7, 165lbs., with short curly black hair, and tattoos on his shoulders.”

Kelly Jhohana MENESES ROJAS

Malicious Wounding | Domestic Related – On November 26 at 2:54 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 3500 block of Shandor Road in Woodbridge to investigate a stabbing. The investigation revealed the victim, a 39-year-old man, and an acquaintance, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the accused threw a phone striking the victim before she retrieved a knife and attempted to cut the victim. When another occupant of the home, a 33-year-old man, intervened, the accused cut the with the knife. The parties eventually separated, and the police were contacted. Minor injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Kelly Jhohana MENESES ROJAS, was arrested. Arrested on November 26:
Kelly Jhohana MENESES ROJAS, 24, of the 3500 block of Shandor Road in Woodbridge. Charged with malicious wounding, attempted malicious wounding, and domestic assault & battery. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”

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Prince William County Police:Sexual Assault Investigation – On July 19, 2023, detectives concluded an investigation into multiple sexual assaults that were reported to have occurred at a residence in the 8800 block of Calbera Ct. in Gainesville (20155) between January 2015 and November 2022.”

Demarco, John Pasquale

“The investigation revealed two female victims, who were under the ages of 13 and 15 during the above timeframe, were sexually assaulted on more than one occasion by a family member, identified as the accused. The victims reported the incidents in November 2022 prompting the police investigation.”

“Following the investigation, the accused, identified as John Pasquale DEMARCO, was arrested. Arrested on July 19, 2023: John Pasquale DEMARCO, 85, of 8816 Calbera Ct. in Gainesville. Charged with 2 counts of aggravated sexual battery and 1 count of indecent liberties Court Date: Pending | Bond: $5,000 Unsecured Bond.”

 

Attempted Armed Robbery – On July 20 at 1:49PM, officers responded to the 10700 block of Rosemary Dr. [near] Manassas (20109) to investigate an attempted robbery.”

“The investigation revealed the victim, a 23-year- old man, was in the above area when a vehicle occupied by three unknown men pulled up next to him. The front passenger of the vehicle then brandished a firearm towards the victim before demanding the victim’s property. The suspects drove out of the area before any property was taken. The victim left the area and contacted the police.”

“No injuries were reported, and no property was reported missing. Suspect Descriptions: The driver was described as a Hispanic male between 20-30 years old. No further description reported.”

“The front passenger was described as a black male, between 20-30 years old, with tattoos on his hands, earrings, and curly hair. Last seen wearing a red shirt.”

“The rear passenger was described as black male, between 20-30 years old, with short bushy hair Last seen wearing an Apple watch and a white shirt.” Read More

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Prince William County Public Libraries: “Prince William County Sheriff’s Office will produce a plastic ID card with your child’s photo and measurements. This card could be the key to assisting law enforcement agencies if a child ever goes missing.”

“Producing the card offers children a fun and positive experience interacting with law enforcement officers. The Sheriff’s Office does not retain the information to protect the family’s privacy.”

Ident-a-Child — All Ages

  • Bull Run: Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.
  • Central: Tuesday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.
  • Potomac: Monday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.
  • Dumfries: Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.
  • Chinn Park: Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.
  • Dale City: Monday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.
  • Lake Ridge: Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.
  • Nokesville: Wednesday, August 9, 10:30 a.m.
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Prince William police: “Maiming resulting from Driving under the Influence – On June 1 at 7:04PM, officers responded to the area of Nokesville Rd and Fitzwater Dr in Nokesville (20181) to investigate initial reports of a driver possible unconscious in the driver’s seat of vehicle.”

“Multiple bystanders attempted to wake the driver who was reportedly slumped over the wheel. Prior to police or fire and rescue personnel arriving on scene, the driver, later identified as the accused, woke, and suddenly accelerated from the area. Witnesses reported the vehicle partially left the roadway and struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was walking on a grassy shoulder. The vehicle continued forward where the pedestrian then separated from the vehicle and struck a traffic sign. The vehicle remained in motion, ultimately hitting a fence then a tree.”

“Both the accused and pedestrian sustained serious injuries from the crash and were transported to an area hospital where they are both expected to survive. The investigation revealed the accused was impaired at the time of the collision. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Jesse Adams HENSLEY, was charged. The accused remains hospitalized in the custody of law enforcement.”

“Charged on June 2: [No photo available]. Jesse Adams HENSLEY, 34, of 5036 Albrecht Ln in Warrenton, was charged with maiming resulting from driving under the influence, driving under the influence of drugs, possession of a schedule I/II narcotic, felony hit & run, and driving on a revoked license Court Date: Pending. Status: Remains Hospitalized”

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