Updated: Landon Von Darnell, who was reported as missing and endangered yesterday afternoon, was deceased earlier today, October 2, in the Sperryville area. There are no signs of foul play or need for public concern, police said.
Original post — The Prince William County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Landon Von Darnell, a 21-year-old white male last seen at his residence on Tenbury Ct. in the Bristow area. Landon, who is 5’9″, 135 lbs., with brown hair and eyes, may have voluntarily gone missing and could be heading towards Sperryville. He is considered endangered and may need help. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at 703-792-6500 or their local police department. His current clothing description is unknown.
Press release:
MISSING ENDANGERED ADULT: The Prince William County Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating Landon Von Darnell. Landon was last seen at his residence on Tenbury Ct. in the Bristow area of Prince William County on October 1 before leaving the area and may be heading towards the Sperryville area. Landon is believed to be missing under voluntary circumstances and may be in need of assistance which qualifies him as endangered. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of this person is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703-792-6500 or your local police department.
Landon Von Darnell is described as a white male, 21 years of age, 5’9”, 135lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes
Officers responded to a report of a death in the 500 block of Harbor Side Street in Woodbridge on Saturday, September 28 at 10:20 p.m. The deceased, a 46-year-old man, was discovered by a fishing vessel crew floating in the water. Fire and rescue teams retrieved the body, confirming the death. Initial investigations indicate no signs of foul play, with the exact cause and manner of death awaiting determination by the Medical Examiner’s Office. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as needed.
From Prince William police:
Death Investigation – On September 28 at 10:20PM, officers responded to the 500 block of Harbor Side St.
in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a death. The investigation revealed members of a fishing vessel located
the body of a 46-year-old man floating in the water in the above area. Fire and rescue responded and
removed the body from the water and confirmed the death. Preliminarily, there were no signs of foul play.
The cause and manner of death is pending by the Medical Examiner’s Office. More information will be
released as necessary. The investigation continues.
On September 26, officers investigated an abduction in Gainesville involving a 22-year-old woman who was forced into a vehicle by a friend and then inappropriately touched. The suspect was arrested and charged with abduction, sexual assault, and assault and battery.
Press Release from Prince William Police:
Abduction | Sexual Assault – On September 26 at 10:30PM, officers responded to investigate an abduction that was reported to have occurred in the 12100 block of Sierra Sunset Ln. in Gainesville (20155) at approximately 11:00PM on September 25. The investigation revealed the victim, a 22-year-old woman, was approached by an acquaintance, identified as the accused. When the victim refused to go with the accused, he grabbed her arm and forced her into his vehicle. The accused then drove to a parking lot on Gateway Promenade Pl. where he inappropriately touched the victim. The victim reported minor injuries at the time of the incident. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Marlon Danilo Neftaly MO-CHOC, was arrested.
Arrested on September 27:
Marlon Danilo Neftaly MO-CHOC, 20, of 9739 Beech Pl. in Manassas
Charged with abduction, sexual assault, and assault & battery
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond
Meanwhile, Prince William County detectives completed an investigation into a sexual assault near the Manassas area involving an underage victim. The accused was arrested and charged with aggravated sexual assault.
Press Release from Prince William Police:
Edwards, J. E.
Sexual Assault Investigation – On September 20, detectives concluded an investigation into a sexual assault that was reported to have occurred [near] the Manassas (20109) area of Prince William County between January 2023 and February 2024. The investigation revealed the victim, who was under the age of 10 at the time of the incident, was inappropriately touched by the accused, who was known to the victim. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as James Eugene EDWARDS, was arrested.
Arrested on September 20:
James Eugene EDWARDS, 58, of 20425 Doncaster Ter. in Sterling
On September 26, officers investigated a bomb threat at Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, prompted by a phone call from a Woodbridge man, police said. The restaurant was evacuated, police didn’t find a bomb, and the caller was charged with making a threat to bomb.
Press Release from Prince William County Police:
Williams, E.C.
Bomb Threat– On September 26 at 9:41PM, officers responded to Brixx Wood Fired Pizza located at 14900 Potomac Town Pl. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a bomb threat. The investigation revealed a man, later identified as the accused, made a bomb threat towards the restaurant via a phone call. The restaurant was evacuated, and the police were contacted. Officers identified the accused and determined there was no active threat to the restaurant. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Elton Charles WILLIAMS, was arrested.
Arrested on September 26:
Elton Charles WILLIAMS, 63, of 5276 Jessup Ln. in Woodbridge
Charged with threats to bomb
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable
On September 26, officers near Manassas attempted to detain Jaime Antoni Villatoro Santos, who actively resisted and assaulted an officer. He was arrested and charged with assault and battery on a law enforcement officer and obstruction of justice.
Press Release from Prince William County Police:
Villatoro-Santos, J.A.
Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On September 26 at 9:27PM, officers were in the 8000 block of Old Centreville Rd. [near] Manassas (20111) when they observed a man who was wanted. When officers attempted to detain the accused, he actively resisted and assaulted an officer before being detained without incident. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Jaime Antoni VILLATORO SANTOS, was arrested. Arrested on September 26:
Jaime Antoni VILLATORO SANTOS, 21, of no fixed address
Charged with assault & battery on LEO and obstruction of justice
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond
The Prince William County Police Department is seeking help in locating missing juvenile Phoenix Marsalis Lewis, who left his home on Pearson Dr. on September 25, 2024. He is known to frequent the Sable Ct. and Portal Ct. areas of Dale City, and anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities.
Press Release from Prince William County Police:
MISSING ENDANGERED JUVENILE:
The Prince William County Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered juvenile, Phoenix Marsalis LEWIS. The investigation revealed Phoenix left his home on Pearson Dr. in the [Dale City] area of Prince William County and was reported missing on September 25. During the ongoing investigation, detectives received additional information which has prompted Phoenix to now be considered endangered. He is known to frequent the Sable Ct. and Portal Ct. areas of Woodbridge. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of this juvenile is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703-792-6500 or your local police department.
Phoenix Marsalis LEWIS is described as a black male, 17 years of age, 5’9”, and 140lbs, with black hair, brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a dark-colored Puffer-style coat, dark-colored pants, and carrying a blue duffle bag.
A Prince William County police officer, James Thomas Clinton, was arrested on September 26 after investigations revealed he had inappropriate contact with an adult woman on two separate occasions while on duty, police said.
Clinton
According to Prince William County Police, who reported the incident, the first incident occurred on June 4 at Potomac Mills mall, where he handcuffed the woman during a conversation without a lawful reason, police said. The second incident took place on September 22 at Turley Park in Dale City, where he forcibly detained the woman during a verbal altercation, made threats, and physically assaulted her.
The victim reported these incidents on September 23, leading to Clinton’s suspension and subsequent arrest. Clinton, whose been on the force for six years, faces charges including two counts of abduction, one count of sexual battery, and one count of assault & battery. Chief Peter Newsham condemned the behavior as not representative of the department’s values. Clinton is currently on administrative leave and will appear in court on November 13, 2024.
Press release:
Abduction | Sexual Battery | Arrest of Department Member – On September 26, investigators with the Prince William County Police Department arrested a department member in an ongoing investigation which began on September 23. The investigation revealed on two separate occasions, the accused, who was a sworn law enforcement officer with the police department at the time, had inappropriate contact while on-duty with an adult woman.
Both parties were known to one another. The first incident occurred on June 4 in a secured area of Potomac Mills where the victim was employed. During the encounter, the two parties were speaking to one another when the victim was forcibly handcuffed by the accused. At no time during the interaction was the victim being detained or otherwise arrested for a criminal violation. After a brief period, the victim was released from the handcuffs, and the two parties separated. The second encounter occurred on September 22 at Turley Park in Dale City where the two parties had previously agreed to meet. During the second incident, the accused forcibly held the victim against her will while the two were involved in a verbal altercation outside of their vehicles. The accused made repeated threats towards the victim. Additionally, the accused inappropriately touched the victim, and repeatedly grabbed around her neck before the parties separated and left the area.
The victim notified police on September 23 about the encounters. Once the allegations were brought to the attention of police, the accused was relieved of his police authority, and both an administrative and criminal investigation into the matters were launched by the Police Department’s Office of Professional Standards and Criminal Investigations Division. At the time of the report, the accused held the rank of police officer with more than 6 years of service. On September 26, following the investigation, the accused, identified as James Thomas CLINTON, was arrested. The accused has been placed on administrative leave while the criminal matter proceeds through court
“This type of behavior is reprehensible and does not represent the values and professionalism of the members of this agency,” said Chief Peter Newsham, Prince William County Police Department. “I commend our Criminal Investigations Division for acting quickly and effectively in bringing charges to ensure that he is held accountable.”
Arrested on September 26:
James Thomas CLINTON, 28, of 4015 Farrington Ct, #202, in Woodbridge
Charged with 2 counts of abduction, 1 count of sexual battery, and 1 count of assault & battery
Court Date: November 13, 2024 | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond
On September 25, investigators charged Lesly Miraya-Mayuri, 21, with DUI manslaughter following a fatal crash on September 13 near Woodbridge that killed a passenger, Elvis Gabriel Alvarez, 23, and injured a Woodbridge woman. The accused was found to be intoxicated and driving the wrong way when the collision occurred, and has a court date set for October 9, 2024.
Press Release from Prince William County Police:
Miraya-Mayuri, L.
Fatal Crash Investigation | DUI Manslaughter *ARREST – On September 25, crash investigators charged the driver of a 2017 Toyota Camry involved in the fatal collision that occurred in the area of Caton Hill Rd near Killarney Dr in Woodbridge (22192) on September 13. The crash killed a 23-year-old male passenger inside the same vehicle, and seriously injured the driver of another vehicle. The investigation revealed the driver, identified as the accused, was intoxicated and driving the wrong direction on Caton Hill Rd before impacting the other vehicle. Following the investigation, the accused identified as Lesly MIRAYA-MAYURI, was arrested.
Arrested on September 25:
Lesly MIRAYA-MAYURI, 21, of 7097 Spring Garden Dr, #202, in Springfield
Charged with DUI manslaughter
Court Date: October 9, 2024 | Bond: $10,000 unsecured
Identified:
The deceased passenger in the 2017 Toyota Camry was identified as Elvis Gabriel ALVAREZ, 23, of
Alexandria
The driver of the 2015 Toyota Corolla was identified as 67-year-old woman of Woodbridge
Fatal Crash Investigation [Previously Released] – On September 13 at 6:07AM, crash investigators
responded to the area of Caton Hill Rd near Killarney Dr in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a
crash. The investigation revealed the driver of a black 4-door 2017 Toyota Camry was traveling the
opposite direction northbound in the southbound lanes when the vehicle collided head-on with a
2015 Toyota Corolla that was traveling southbound. Both occupants in the Camry were not wearing
seatbelts at the time of the crash. The passenger in the Camry was transported to an area hospital
where he later died from his injuries sustained in the collision. Both drivers were also transported
to area hospitals with serious injuries. Crash investigators are asking anyone who may have
witnessed this crash, or the driving behavior of the driver in the black 4-door 2017 Toyota
Camry involved in the collision, to contact police. The investigation continues.
On September 25, crash investigators charged 21-year-old Lesly Miraya-Mayuri with DUI manslaughter following a fatal crash that occurred on September 13 on Caton Hill Rd near Killarney Dr in Woodbridge. The crash killed a 23-year-old passenger, Elvis Gabriel Alvarez, in the same vehicle and seriously injured a 67-year-old woman driving another car.
The investigation revealed that Miraya-Mayuri, driving a 2017 Toyota Camry, was intoxicated and traveling the wrong direction when the head-on collision with a 2015 Toyota Corolla occurred. Neither Miraya-Mayuri nor her passenger was wearing seatbelts at the time. Miraya-Mayuri was arrested and is scheduled for a court appearance on October 9, 2024, with a $10,000 unsecured bond. Investigators are still seeking witnesses to the crash.
Press release:
Fatal Crash Investigation | DUI Manslaughter *ARREST – On September 25, crash investigators charged the driver of a 2017 Toyota Camry involved in the fatal collision that occurred in the area of Caton Hill Rd near Killarney Dr in Woodbridge (22192) on September 13. The crash killed a 23-year-old male passenger inside the same vehicle, and seriously injured the driver of another vehicle. The investigation revealed the driver, identified as the accused, was intoxicated and driving the wrong direction on Caton Hill Rd before impacting the other vehicle. Following the investigation, the accused identified as Lesly MIRAYA-MAYURI, was arrested.
Arrested on September 25:
Lesly MIRAYA-MAYURI, 21, of 7097 Spring Garden Dr, #202, in Springfield
Charged with DUI manslaughter
Court Date: October 9, 2024 | Bond: $10,000 unsecured
Identified:
The deceased passenger in the 2017 Toyota Camry was identified as Elvis Gabriel ALVAREZ, 23, of Alexandria
The driver of the 2015 Toyota Corolla was identified as 67-year-old woman of Woodbridge
Fatal Crash Investigation [Previously Released] – On September 13 at 6:07AM, crash investigators responded to the area of Caton Hill Rd near Killarney Dr in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a crash. The investigation revealed the driver of a black 4-door 2017 Toyota Camry was traveling the opposite direction northbound in the southbound lanes when the vehicle collided head-on with a 2015 Toyota Corolla that was traveling southbound. Both occupants in the Camry were not wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. The passenger in the Camry was transported to an area hospital where he later died from his injuries sustained in the collision. Both drivers were also transported to area hospitals with serious injuries. Crash investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed this crash, or the driving behavior of the driver in the black 4-door 2017 Toyota Camry involved in the collision, to contact police. The investigation continues.
Abduction | Sexual Assault – On September 26 at 10:30PM, officers responded to investigate an abduction that was reported to have occurred in the 12100 block of Sierra Sunset Ln. in Gainesville (20155) at approximately 11:00PM on September 25. The investigation revealed the victim, a 22-year-old woman, was approached by an acquaintance, identified as the accused. When the victim refused to go with the accused, he grabbed her arm and forced her into his vehicle. The accused then drove to a parking lot on Gateway Promenade Pl. where he inappropriately touched the victim. The victim reported minor injuries at the time of the incident. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Marlon Danilo Neftaly MO-CHOC, was arrested.
