Prince William County
Armed Robbery
At 11:30 PM on February 25, officers responded to a robbery at CVS (16712 Richmond Highway, Dumfries). An unknown male suspect brandished a firearm and demanded money from employees at the service counter before fleeing with an undisclosed amount of cash. A police K-9 unit searched the area, but the suspect was not located.
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Shooting into a Residential Dwelling
Dumfries | 17000 block of Point Pleasant Ln.
On February 24 at 10:56 p.m., officers responded to a shots-fired call at a residence in Dumfries. An investigation revealed that multiple rounds were fired, striking the rear of the home. No injuries or additional property damage were reported. Officers recovered shell casings and a round near the backyard fence.
Reckless Handling of a Firearm – Arrest
Woodbridge | 2900 block of Wetherburn Ct.
On February 24 at 10:44 p.m., officers responded to a shots-fired call and determined that James BROADAX, 70, fired multiple rounds into the air following a brief interaction with a neighbor. The accused was located in a parking lot, found to be intoxicated, and detained without incident. No injuries or property damage were reported.
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Felony Hit & Run Investigation
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Update Feb. 25, 2025 – From Prince William police:
*UPDATE Jazmine Parris Renee GRIFFIN and Kyrie Jashia Darren BONDS, who were reported as missing and endangered on February 23, have been located and are safe.
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Stafford County Sheriff's Office
DUI
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Arrests
- Malicious Wounding (Dumfries, 17100 block of Dumfries Rd.) – Terrance Lemartre WRIGHT, 44, was arrested in Roanoke City on February 17 in connection with a malicious wounding case from May 27, 2024. The incident involved a 48-year-old woman who was assaulted by Wright during a verbal altercation. The victim suffered a non-life-threatening facial injury and later reported the incident. Wright was taken into custody and is currently incarcerated.
- Sexual Assault (Manassas, 9500 block of Damascus Dr.) – Chalillo Rosalio PEREZ PEREZ, 19, was arrested on February 13 for forcible sodomy of a victim under age 12. The assault occurred on July 25, 2024, and was reported in August. The accused was known to the victim. He is being held without bond.
- Armed Robbery (Target, 2460 Prince William Pkwy, Woodbridge) – Matthew William JONES, 34, was arrested after robbing a 37-year-old victim inside Target on February 17. Jones implied he was armed, demanded money, and fled before being located by officers. He was charged with robbery and is being held without bond.
Incidents
- Attempted Armed Robbery (Dale Blvd. & Hillendale Dr., Woodbridge, 10:08 p.m.) – A 30-year-old man was assaulted by three unknown men while inside his vehicle. One of the suspects brandished a knife before the confrontation ended. The victim's keys were stolen. The suspects, described as 20-30 years old, wearing dark clothing, were not located.
- Reckless Handling of a Firearm (Brandon Ct. & Benton St., Woodbridge, 9:04 p.m.) – An exchange of gunfire between two groups led to six parked vehicles being struck. No injuries were reported, and multiple shell casings were recovered.
- Reckless Handling of a Firearm (Harrison St., Woodbridge, 4:23 a.m.) – An individual was seen in a driveway in the 14100 block of Fisher Ave. firing multiple rounds before fleeing. No injuries or property damage were reported.
- Attempted Commercial Burglary (Exxon, 13594 Quate Ln., Woodbridge, 4:54 a.m.) – Two suspects attempted to break into the Exxon station using an unknown object but failed. Surveillance footage showed them leaving in a U-Haul truck. The suspects wore dark-colored clothing.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents is encouraged to call the Prince William County Police Tip Line at 703-792-7000 or submit a web tip at pwcva.gov/policetip.
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A high-speed crash late Sunday night claimed the life of an 18-year-old driver near Dumfries, while three others sustained injuries, authorities reported.
Prince William County crash investigators responded to the scene at Route 234 and Van Buren Road intersection at 10:36 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, where they found a two-vehicle collision involving a 2013 Audi A7 and a 2024 Cadillac Escalade.
According to the preliminary investigation, the Audi driver was traveling eastbound on Dumfries Road at a speed above the posted limit when the vehicle crossed the median into oncoming traffic. The Audi then collided with the Cadillac, heading in the opposite direction.
Emergency responders pronounced the driver of the Audi deceased at the scene. Authorities have identified him as 18-year-old Mihai-Mario Stoica, of Woodbridge. A 25-year-old male passenger in the Audi sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The driver of the Cadillac, an 18-year-old man from Woodbridge, along with a 32-year-old male passenger, were also hospitalized with varying injuries.
Police have not yet determined the cause of the crash, beyond the fact that speed was a factor. Crash investigators are seeking additional witnesses and have urged anyone with information about the incident to contact authorities.
The investigation remains ongoing.
The Prince William County Police Department is expressing gratitude to the community after another successful Polar Plunge event, which raised $130,000 for Special Olympics Virginia.
The event, held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Leesylvania State Park, saw strong participation from local residents, law enforcement personnel, and sponsors. Funds raised during the Polar Plunge will support Special Olympics Virginia, providing athletes with opportunities to compete and receive essential services.
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Law enforcement and emergency responders in Prince William County, Stafford County, and the City of Manassas handled multiple incidents over the past several days, including a house fire that displaced a family in Woodbridge, two shooting investigations, drug-related arrests, and a series of disturbances and crimes.
Prince William County
House Fire Displaces Family in Woodbridge
On February 10 at approximately 8:30 p.m., fire crews responded to a house fire on the 3000 block of Fillmore Drive in Woodbridge. Flames broke out in the home’s laundry room, causing moderate damage. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, and no injuries were reported. The home was deemed unsafe for occupancy, and two adults and one child were displaced. The Red Cross is providing assistance. The Fire Marshal confirmed the fire started in the laundry room, though the cause remains under investigation.
Shooting Investigation in Woodbridge
Prince William County police officers responded to a reported shooting in the 14100 block of Bay Vista Drive in Woodbridge on February 10 at 11:23 p.m. A 23-year-old man was with a group of individuals when they demanded his property. During the altercation, a shot was fired, striking the victim in the upper body. The suspects dispersed before officers arrived. The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. Authorities believe the incident was not random, and the investigation is ongoing.
