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Police are searching for four people who broke into a home on Sterling Point Drive in Gainesville. Investigators have clear pictures of them, and they’re asking for your help to find the suspects described below.

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Residential Burglary – On July 1 at 4:44PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 14000 block of Sterling Point Dr. in Gainesville (20155) to investigate a burglary. The investigation revealed between 3:33PM and 3:58PM, four unknown individuals forcibly entered a rear deck door into the home. Upon leaving the residence, the suspects, three women and one man, got into a gold minivan and drove out of the area. Jewelry, a wallet, and an undisclosed amount of money were reported missing. The investigation continues
as officers attempt to identify the individuals involved in the incident.

Suspect Descriptions:
A woman last seen wearing a patterned gold/black headscarf, a black long-sleeve shirt, a long blue skirt, and carrying a colorful patchwork sling bag.

A woman last seen wearing a black/white striped head scarf, a white medical face mask, a white
long-sleeve shirt, white sweatpants, white tennis shoes, and carrying a small black purse.

A woman with black hair and a medium build
Last seen wearing a black baseball-style cap, a grey long-sleeve shirt, a long grey skirt, black shoes,
and carrying a small black cross-body purse

A man with a large build and a goatee
Last seen wearing aviator-style sunglasses, a white short-sleeved hooded shirt, and black shorts

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Police said they found her holding a piece of concrete. Later, they found multiple cars damaged.

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Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On July 3 at 11:41PM, officers responded to Pointer Ln. near Portsmouth Rd. in Manassas (20109) to investigate an individual throwing missiles at vehicles. Upon arriving in the area, officers observed a woman, later identified as the accused, in the intersection holding a section of concrete. When officers detained the accused, she actively resisted and struck two officers before being placed inside a police vehicle. Officers determined the accused damaged multiple parked vehicles prior to their arrival on scene. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Kimberly SIERRA-OVANDO, was arrested.

Arrested on July 3: [No Photo Available]
Kimberly SIERRA-OVANDO, 20, of no fixed address
Charged with 2 counts of assault & battery on LEO,1 count of throwing missiles at occupied
vehicles, 1 count of obstruction of justice, 2 counts of vandalism, and 1 count of careless
interference with traffic
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable

In other crime news in Prince William County, police said they arrested one of two men responsible for shooting into a house in Bristow.

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Shooting into a Residential Dwelling *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED | ARREST – On July 3, officers concluded the investigation into the destruction of property that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 8400 block of Carneros Valley Ct. in Bristow
(20136) on June 22. While investigating the incident, officers identified two men who were firing rounds which struck a neighboring residence. Following the investigation, one of the men, identified as Anthony Allen ANZELONE, was arrested. Officers also obtained arrest warrants for another man, identified as Kevin Lee JACKSON. Attempts to locate JACKSON have been unsuccessful.

Arrested on July 3: [Pictured Right]
Anthony Allen ANZELONE, 55, of 8111 Devlin Rd. in Bristow
Charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling and reckless handling of a firearm Court Date: Pending | Bond: $7,500 Unsecured
Wanted: [No Photo Available]

Kevin Lee JACKSON, 56, of the 2200 block of Golf Course Dr. in Reston

Described as a black male, approximately 5’9”, 165lbs., with black hair and brown eyes Wanted for felon in possession of a firearm, shooting into an occupied dwelling and reckless handling of a firearm

Shooting into a Residential Dwelling [Previously Released] – On June 22 at 3:57PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 8400 block of Carneros Valley Ct. in Bristow (20136) to investigate a destruction of property. The investigation revealed the occupants of the home heard gunfire and located damage to a side window. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.

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Prince William County Police Department’s patrol boat is commonly used to guard the Potomac and Occoquan rivers.

The Prince William County Police Department is partnering with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and the United States Coast Guard over the July Fourth weekend to combat boating under the influence.

According to a press release, the county will actively participate in Operation Dry Water, a year-round campaign focused on awareness and enforcement of boating under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Since the upcoming Fourth of July has a heightened public presence on the water, law enforcement agencies will prioritize educating boaters about safe practices.

Operation Dry Water has been running since 2009 and was started by the NASBLA to draw attention to the dangers of boating under the influence. In 2022, there were 636 boating fatalities, and alcohol was the leading known contributing factor in those accidents; it accounted for 16% of total fatalities, according to a U.S. Coast Guard report.

This period of heightened awareness and enforcement will take place from July 4 to July 6, 2024. During this time, boaters will see an increase in officers patrolling the water and at recreational boating checkpoints.

Hundreds of agencies across the U.S. are participating, including the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Prince William is one of the only localities in the state that is participating.

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On Wednesday, June 26, at 9:07 p.m., officers responded to a domestic dispute at the Elevations One Apartments in the 14300 block of Bellona Road in Woodbridge.

The investigation revealed that a 26-year-old man and an acquaintance were involved in a verbal altercation in the parking lot. The situation escalated, and during the encounter, the woman sprayed the victim in his face and upper body with an unknown substance before driving away.

The victim was treated at the scene for minor injuries. Officers obtained arrest warrants for Corum-Hill, but attempts to locate her have been unsuccessful.

Tahjaia Corum-Hill is wanted for assault and battery with a caustic substance. She is described as black, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 235 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information about Corum-Hill’s whereabouts is urged to contact the authorities.

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On Wednesday, June 16, at 11:02 a.m., officers responded to the intersection of Old Bridge Road and Harbor Drive in Lake Ridge to investigate a crash. The investigation, conducted by Prince William police, revealed that the driver of a 2001 Ford F150 pickup truck was traveling westbound on Old Bridge Road approaching the intersection with Harbor Drive when a 2020 Ford Edge traveling eastbound on Old Bridge Road entered the intersection in front of the truck’s path of travel. The truck and Edge collided within the intersection.

Both drivers and passengers in the vehicles were taken to the hospital. On June 27, crash investigators were notified that the male passenger who was injured in the Edge died as a result of injuries sustained during the crash. All other involved parties are expected to survive. Investigators determined that speed, alcohol, and drugs were not factors for the driver. At the time of the collision, the driver of the Edge, identified as Doris Ann Grosskopf, was charged. The investigation continues.

Doris Ann Grosskopf, 82, of the 12100 block of Clipper Drive in Woodbridge, is charged with failure to follow a traffic signal. She is due in court on August 26, 2024, and was released on a court summons.

The deceased passenger in the 2020 Ford Edge was identified as John Richard Gerald Grosskopf, 88, of Woodbridge.

The driver of the 2001 Ford F150 was identified as a 44-year-old man from Hyattsville, Md.

The passenger in the 2001 Ford F150 was identified as an 18-year-old man from Hyattsville, Md.

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Members of the Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 57th Session are pictured at Gainesville High School on Friday following their graduation.

The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 57th Session graduated on June 21, 2024, at Gainesville High School.

Prince William County Police Department: The class consisted of nine Prince William County Police officers and two Prince William County Sheriff’s deputies. They completed a 24-week training course covering firearms, use-of-force decision-making, driver training, legal training, patrol techniques, criminal investigation, and crash investigation.

The graduating personnel of the Prince William County Police Department are Angela L. Brown, Justin D. Brown, Megan K. Chapman, Annaliese R. Holahan, Alexander I. Jones
Taylor P. Mountjoy, Samuel G. Perry, Carlos J. Oliveras Quinones, and Bradley C. Shirley. From the Prince William County Sheriff’s Office, graduates are Phillip L. Dappen and
Leonardo A. Lopez Figueroa.

Biographies of the graduates are available online.  The department encourages any interested individuals to contact the Prince William County Police Personnel Bureau at (703) 792-6580 or visit the department’s website.

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On Sunday, June 23 at 4:46 p.m., officers responded to Lake Manassas at 9030 Burwell Rd. in Nokesville regarding a drowning. A 45-year-old man and a family member were swimming in the lake when he appeared to struggle and submerged. Fire and rescue retrieved the man from the water, where he was pronounced dead.

he body has been transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy and to determine the cause of death. Authorities have indicated there is no suspicion of foul play at this time, and the investigation is ongoing.

Sunday was one of the hottest days of the year, with temperatures in the high 90s and an heat index 100 degrees.

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A 17-year-old was fatally shot at Misty Ridge Apartments in Woodbridge on June 18, with the suspect fleeing the scene on foot. Police are actively investigating the incident, which appears not to be random, and are seeking information from the public to assist in the investigation.

Homicide Investigation – On June 18 at 12:44AM, officers responded to the Misty Ridge Apartments located in the 15000 block of Lost Canyon Ct in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shooting. Responding officers located a 17-year-old male juvenile in an outdoor stairwell suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers provided aid to the juvenile who was transported to an area hospital where he later died. The investigation revealed the suspect had fled on foot after the shooting. A police K-9 and Fairfax County police helicopter searched the area for the suspect who was not located. An apartment in the complex was also struck during the encounter. No other injuries or property damage were reported. Detectives are actively investigating the incident to determine what led up to the shooting and are seeking to speak with anyone who has information to assist in the investigation. Preliminarily, this incident does not appear to be random. Due to the age of the deceased, their identity will not be disclosed by law enforcement at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available. The investigation continues. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703-792-6500 or submit a tip online at pwcva.gov/policetip.

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Police responded to a shooting at Woodwind Villa Apartments in Woodbridge on Thursday, June 13, where a 31-year-old man was found with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The investigation revealed two separate shooting incidents, with multiple individuals involved, and the victim later refusing to cooperate with detectives.

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Shooting Investigation – On June 13 at 3:00PM, officers responded to the Woodwind Villa Apartments located in the 14500 block of Piccolo Ln. in Woodbridge to investigate a shooting. Responding officers located a 31-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound in the 1440 block of Richmond Hwy. and provided first aid. Fire and rescue personnel responded and transported the victim to an area hospital with a non-life threatening injury. The investigation revealed an initial shooting occurred on a nearby walking path before multiple individuals were seen running from the path. Shortly after a second shooting incident occurred involving the victim and two unknown men. The victim ran towards Richmond Hwy. where he was located suffering from a gunshot wound. The other two men ran from the area before police arrived on scene. While investigating the incident, officers located two separate apartments that were struck by gunfire and shell casings. No additional injuries or property damage were reported. The victim refused to cooperate further with detectives regarding the incident. Anyone with information that could aid investigators in this investigation is asked to contact police.

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