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Prince William County Police Department Daily Incident Report

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A blue heron in distress received a helping hand from local law enforcement.

On Saturday, February 8, Deputy O.J. Martins responded to Argyle Hills after receiving a call about an injured bird that was unable to fly. Upon arrival, she located the heron trapped in a backyard, unable to take flight.

Nicknamed “Tony Stork” by rescuers, the bird lacked the endurance to leave the ground—unlike his namesake, Tony Stark, in his Iron Man suit. Officials suspect the ongoing bird flu outbreak may have contributed to the heron’s condition.

Tony Stork was transported to the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center for further care. Wildlife officials hope the bird will make a full recovery and return to its natural habitat in “beak performance.”

The rescue was conducted with the assistance of Stafford County Animal Control, which works to protect animals and educate the public on responsible wildlife and pet care. Residents can learn more about their services, including animal rescue and adoption, by visiting Stafford County Animal Control’s website.

A Spotsylvania man was arrested early Thursday morning after he failed to navigate a T-intersection in Stafford County, sending his vehicle off-road and into a backyard.

According to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on Woodford Drive around 3:15 a.m. on February 13. The incident, however, began at the intersection of Primmer House Road and Leeland Road, where the driver was traveling eastbound on Primmer House Road. Instead of turning left or right at the intersection, Woodyard’s vehicle continued straight, going down an embankment and coming to rest in the backyard of a residence.

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Updated 2:45 p.m. – On February 12, law enforcement from multiple jurisdictions worked together to apprehend Gideon Owusu, Jr., 31, after a high-speed chase spanning Prince William, Stafford, and Spotsylvania counties. Owusu, wanted for the malicious wounding of two Prince William County Police officers, was taken into custody after a dramatic pursuit on Interstate 95.

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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.

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From Prince William County Police Department: 

Fatal Crash Investigation Nokesville Rd. & Sowder Village Sq., Nokesville:  On February 6 at 5:48 AM, crash investigators responded to the area of Nokesville Rd. and Sowder Village Sq. in Nokesville to investigate a fatal pedestrian crash. The investigation revealed that the driver of a 2024 Nissan Sentra was traveling southbound on Nokesville Rd. when the vehicle struck a pedestrian who was attempting to cross the road outside of a crosswalk while wearing dark-colored clothing. The pedestrian was subsequently struck by a 2005 Mazda 6, also traveling southbound on Nokesville Rd.

The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Nissan was also transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities determined that speed, alcohol, and drug use were not factors for either driver.

Crash investigators are seeking any witnesses to this incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact Prince William County Police.

Identified:

• The deceased pedestrian was identified as Donte Antonio CARTER, 33, of Manassas.
• The driver of the 2024 Nissan Sentra was identified as a 20-year-old woman of Woodbridge.
• The driver of the 2005 Mazda 6 was identified as a 37-year-old man of Stafford.

From Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: 

Suspect Located Using Drone & SWAT Team Taylors Hill Way, South Stafford: On February 6 at 8:08 PM, deputies responded to a disturbance involving a weapon on Taylors Hill Way. Deputies learned that a 29-year-old resident, identified as Franco Charles, was intoxicated and had fired several shots inside the home.

Deputies received conflicting information on whether Charles was still inside the residence or had fled on foot. A drone was deployed into the home, confirming the suspect was not inside. The SWAT Team responded, and drone operators began scanning the surrounding area.

Deputy C.M. Sterne later spotted Charles walking along Truslow Road and issued commands to surrender. Instead of complying, Charles fled into a wooded area. Drone operators immediately focused on the suspect’s last known location and quickly located him in the woods.

Charles was taken into custody and charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling and reckless handling of a firearm. He was transported to the Rappahannock Regional Jail, where he is being held without bond.

Biblical Break-In: During Bible Study Renee Road, Stafford County On February 5 at approximately 7:35 PM, deputies responded to a disturbance on Renee Road that was quickly escalating. The caller, David Campbell, 48, of Stafford, reported his neighbors had double-parked and, rather than addressing the matter with property management, confronted them directly in their residence. Upon seeing a large gathering of people inside, he assumed it was a human trafficking operation and contacted authorities. While speaking with dispatchers, Campbell could be heard taunting and cursing at the neighbors.

Deputies arrived and found Campbell standing in the roadway, displaying signs of intoxication. He complained about the parking issue and demanded that deputies identify everyone in the residence. After speaking with Campbell, deputies made contact with the neighbors, who provided a much different account of the situation.

According to the neighbors, the gathering was a Wednesday night Bible study, which explained the number of attendees. They stated that Campbell forcibly entered the home, nearly striking an ordained minister and threatening to punch another male. Video evidence corroborated their claims.

Campbell was arrested and charged with breaking and entering, assault, and public intoxication. He was transported to the Rappahannock Regional Jail, where he is being held without bond.

DUI Arrest St. Albans Boulevard:  On February 6 at 7:26 PM, Deputy J.J. Holetzky responded to a report of a reckless driver. Upon contact, the driver, a 23-year-old male, was found to be intoxicated. He was charged with DUI and driving without a license and held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.

Fraud Cases

• Chamonix Drive (9:38 AM) – A resident reported that a mailed check never reached its intended destination. The check had been altered and deposited into a fraudulent account.
• Boxwood Drive (1:39 PM) – A resident received a text about a fraudulent purchase. After calling the number in the text, money was fraudulently withdrawn from his account.
• Celebrate Virginia Parkway (1:15 PM) – Deputy A.G. Hart stopped a vehicle for expired registration and an improper lane change. The driver attempted to use a fictitious name but was identified and arrested for false identification, no driver’s license, and traffic violations. He was released on an unsecured bond.

Larceny Reports

• Hatcher’s Run Court (7:55 AM) – A resident reported one vehicle stolen and another damaged. A green Kia Soul was reported stolen and entered into a law enforcement database.
• Corbin’s RV, 348 Kings Highway (9:54 AM) – Employees discovered that catalytic converters had been stolen from four RVs on the lot.

Littering Incident Hartwood (8:13 AM) – A resident awoke to find their property littered with toilet paper and eggs. An 18-year-old suspect was identified and issued a littering warrant.

Public Intoxication Royal Farms, 4 Commerce Parkway (7:36 PM) – Deputy W.E. Trainor IV responded to a disturbance involving a 35-year-old male who was intoxicated and causing issues over missing keys. The suspect was arrested for disorderly conduct and public intoxication and held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail until sober.

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office

Warrant Service Leads to Three Arrests

• Olympic Drive, 2/4, 9:02 p.m. – A warrant service escalated when a suspect and two others attempted to flee law enforcement. Deputies arrived to serve multiple felony identity fraud warrants on Rehela Lacatus, 31, and observed her inside the residence. As deputies announced themselves, Lacatus and two others attempted to escape through the backyard but were quickly apprehended. The three—a 26-year-old female, a 28-year-old male, and Lacatus—were charged with obstruction of justice and are being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond. Lacatus was additionally served on her outstanding warrants. A separate warrant for obstruction was issued for another female who obstructed the investigation at the front door but has not yet been served.

Fraud

• Truslow Road, 2/4, 1:36 p.m. – A resident received a call from an individual claiming to be “Simon” from Microsoft’s Security Department. Simon falsely stated that the victim’s account had been hacked and instructed him to deposit money into another bank account to resolve the issue. The victim’s bank teller recognized the scam and advised against complying.
• Whitsons Run, 2/4, 7:05 p.m. – A resident received a call from “Albert,” who claimed to be from her bank’s Fraud Department. Albert falsely reported that the victim’s account had been compromised and directed her to transfer money into an account under his control.

Larceny

• Home Depot, 305 Worth Avenue, 2/4, 11:13 a.m. – Two unidentified suspects wearing hoodies stole a saw valued at nearly $450 from the store.

Swatting

• Julian Drive, 2/4, 2:42 p.m. – Deputies responded to a report of a shooting in which the caller claimed he had shot his juvenile brother and was suicidal. Due to inconsistencies in the caller’s statements, deputies approached the situation cautiously. Upon arrival, they confirmed there was no emergency and determined the call was a hoax.

Vandalism

• Boxelder Drive, 2/4, 3:56 p.m. – A suspect became enraged after a family member discarded his “green leafy items” and retaliated by throwing a rock through her window. Deputies charged the suspect with felony destruction of property. He was later released on personal recognizance.

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Prince William County Police Department

Commercial Burglary

• Tobacco King and Vape, 4315 Dale Blvd., 2/5, 4:03 a.m. – Officers responded to a burglary in which a masked suspect broke the front glass door with an object and stole merchandise before fleeing in a vehicle.

Strong-Arm Robbery

• Molinari Juvenile Shelter, 8642 Wellington Rd., 1/25, 9:25 p.m. – Three juvenile residents assaulted a staff member and took his keys before fleeing the facility. No injuries were reported. Following an investigation, the three juveniles—ages 13, 16, and 17—were charged with robbery and conspiracy to commit theft and are being held at the Juvenile Detention Center.

Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer

• 17100 block of Old Stage Rd., Dumfries, 2/5, 3:04 a.m. – Officers encountered Saria Andora Wilson, 25, a wanted individual. When they attempted to detain her, she pushed an officer and provided false identification. She was arrested and charged with assault & battery on a law enforcement officer, false identification, and obstruction of justice. She is being held without bond.

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Manassas City Police Department

Increased Police Presence – No Threat to Public

• Pristine Ct. & Hood Rd., 2/4, 8:47 p.m. – Police responded to an ongoing investigation at a single residence in the area, resulting in increased law enforcement presence. Authorities advised residents to avoid the area as traffic was impacted. The incident has concluded, and officers have cleared the scene. Police have confirmed there is no threat to the public but have not released further details.

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Contact Information

• Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: (540) 658-4450
• Prince William County Police Department Tip Line: (703) 792-7000 or submit a web tip at pwcva.gov/policetip
• Manassas City Police Department: (703) 257-8000

Prince William County Police Department

Armed Robbery in Woodbridge
On February 3 at 4:03 p.m., officers responded to the Orchard Mills Apartments in the 3200 block of Blazer Loop, Woodbridge, for a robbery report.

A U.S. Postal Service worker reported that while delivering mail, an unknown man approached him and implied he had a weapon before grabbing a key chain and fleeing. The postal worker left the area and contacted police. No injuries were reported.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6’0” tall, in his 30s, with a full beard and mustache, wearing all-black clothing.

Manassas area Domestic Strangulation – Suspect Wanted

On February 2 at 1:58 p.m., officers responded to the TGM Sudley Crossing Apartments in the 10800 block of Gambril Drive near Manassas for a domestic assault.

The investigation revealed that a 28-year-old woman and a family member, identified as Masihullah Rahmati, 31, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. Rahmati allegedly struck the victim multiple times before grabbing her neck. The victim was treated at a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Rahmati left the scene before officers arrived. He is currently wanted for strangulation and domestic assault & battery.

Suspect Description: White male, 5’4”, 180 lbs., black hair, brown eyes
Last Known Address: 10800 block of Gambril Drive, Manassas

Anyone with information on Rahmati’s whereabouts is urged to contact police.

Manassas area Domestic Strangulation – Arrest Made
On February 2 at 10:11 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 6600 block of River Ford Court, near Manassas for a domestic assault.

The investigation revealed that a 23-year-old woman was involved in an altercation with a family member, identified as Waleed Ahmad Sadozai, 27. During the dispute, Sadozai allegedly pushed the victim down and grabbed her neck.

Sadozai was arrested and charged with strangulation and domestic assault & battery.

Court Date: Pending
Bond: $1,000 Unsecured

Teenagers Charged with Distributing THC Gummies at Potomac High School
On January 24 and 29, the School Resource Officer (SRO) at Potomac High School in Dumfries investigated two separate incidents where students were found in possession of THC-infused gummies.

The investigation revealed that two female students, aged 14 and 16, brought the gummies to school with the intent to distribute them. Several students who consumed the gummies experienced adverse reactions and required hospital treatment.

The two juveniles were charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance. Their court dates are pending.

Prince William County Police Department Tipline: (703) 792-7000
Submit a Web Tip: pwcva.gov/policetip

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office

Anvil Attacker Arrested

A 48-year-old Stafford man was arrested on February 2 after allegedly assaulting an individual with a wooden slat.

At 11:51 a.m., Deputy N.D. Fonseca responded to Anvil Road for an assault report. Upon arrival, the deputy found the victim with injuries to his head and arm. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

According to witnesses, the suspect and the victim had been traveling together when the suspect began acting erratically and accused the victim of stealing his property. A verbal argument ensued, escalating into a physical altercation in the roadway. During the fight, Berryman reportedly picked up a discarded wooden slat and struck the victim before fleeing the scene.

A warrant for malicious wounding was obtained for Marcellus Berryman, and deputies later discovered he had a similar warrant out of Maryland. Later that night, at approximately 9:52 p.m., First Sergeant D.W. Fetterolf and Deputy C.A. Osborn spotted Berryman driving in the area of Short Street. With the assistance of Sergeant E.E. West, Deputy S.T. Myers, and his K-9 partner, Gunner, deputies conducted a high-risk traffic stop at Fredericksburg Tattoo Works, located at 348 Warrenton Road.

Police said Berryman was driving on a revoked license and was taken into custody without further incident. He has been charged with malicious wounding and driving on a revoked license. He is currently being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.

Assault at Monarch Court
At approximately 4:59 p.m. on February 2, Deputy J.J. Holetzky responded to Monarch Court for an assault. The victim reported that while playing “chuck it” with his dog, an unknown male approached aggressively. The suspect assaulted the victim and attempted to kick his dog. The victim was able to defend himself using a dog toy, forcing the attacker to walk away without further incident.

The suspect remains unidentified, and the investigation is ongoing.

Juvenile Assault at Domino’s Pizza
Deputy K.F. Bierfeldt responded to the Domino’s at 2606 Richmond Highway at approximately 6:31 p.m. on February 2 after reports of a disturbance. The juvenile victim reported being assaulted by a former friend. The altercation, which resulted in damage to the business, was captured on security footage.

Bystanders intervened to separate the two juveniles. Deputy Bierfeldt later located the suspect and submitted criminal complaints for assault and battery and destruction of property.

Fraudulent Returns at Walmart
At approximately 3:51 p.m. on February 2, Deputy C.M. Sterne responded to Walmart at 11 Village Parkway for a fraud report. Store staff reported that a known male had been making fraudulent returns in multiple locations along the East Coast, including Stafford.

Surveillance footage confirmed the suspect had returned tampered-with external hard drives in exchange for refunds. The investigation is ongoing.

Purse Stolen in Walmart Parking Lot
Deputy T.K. Phillips responded to Walmart at 217 Garrisonville Road at approximately 1:07 p.m. on February 3 for a reported larceny. The victim stated she left her purse in her vehicle while shopping. Upon returning, she discovered it had been stolen.

Deputies are reviewing security footage and urge anyone with information to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

Contact Information
Anyone with information regarding the incidents listed in this report is encouraged to contact:

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: (540) 658-4450
Twitter: @staffcosheriff
Facebook: Stafford Sheriff
Instagram: @StaffordSheriff