Detectives have identified a second suspect in connection with a home invasion at Ravens Crest Apartments on October 13 and obtained warrants for his arrest. One suspect was charged on October 29, and the investigation continues to locate the second individual. Press Release from Prince William Police:

Burglary while Armed *ADDITIONAL SUSPECT IDENTIFIED – While continuing the investigation, detectives identified the second suspect, Jrrysawn Aushaude COOK, believed to be involved in the home invasion that was reported to have occurred at the Ravens Crest Apartments located in the 8100 block of Doubletree Ct [near] Manassas (20109) on October 13, and obtained warrants for his arrest. An additional suspect was previously arrested in October in connection to the investigation.

Wanted: [No Photo Available] Jrrysawn Aushaude COOK, 23, of the 3800 block of Beech Down Dr. in Chantilly Described as a black male, approximately 6’1”, 130lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes Wanted for burglary, assault & battery, impersonating a law enforcement officer, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony

Burglary while Armed *ARREST [Previously Released] – On October 29, one of the suspects, identified as Stivan Zlatiev DIMITROV, sought in connection to the home invasion that was reported to have occurred at the Ravens Crest Apartments located in the 8100 block of Doubletree Ct [near] Manassas (20109) on October 13, was arrested. The investigation continues as detectives attempt to locate the second suspect involved in the incident.

Burglary while Armed [Previously Released] – On October 13 at 11:41PM, officers responded to the Ravens Crest Apartments located in the 8100 block of Doubletree Ct [near] Manassas (20109) to investigate a home invasion. The investigation revealed the victim, a 29-year-old woman, was inside the residence when she heard a knock at the door. When the victim opened the door slightly, two unknown men sprayed her in the face with an eye irritant before forcing their way inside the apartment. Once inside the residence, the men rummaged through and damaged property before leaving. No property was reported missing, and no injuries were reported. This incident does not appear to be random.

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On November 16, 2024, an intoxicated driver caused a head-on collision on Interstate 95 near Quantico, resulting in one fatality and leaving a passenger hospitalized with severe injuries. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist the survivor with medical expenses, therapy, and other needs during his recovery from both physical and emotional trauma.

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Shaheem Hicks-Brown was convicted of multiple charges, including aggravated malicious wounding and firearm offenses, for a December 2022 shooting in Triangle, Virginia, where two victims sustained gunshot injuries but survived. The case was prosecuted by Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Sarah Sami, with support from law enforcement and victim services. Press Release from the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney:

Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth announces the successful prosecution of Shaheem Hicks-Brown, 32, arising from a December 2022 shooting in Triangle, VA. On November 20, 2024, Mr. Hicks-Brown was found guilty of two counts of aggravated malicious wounding, two counts of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and one count of maliciously shooting within an occupied dwelling by a Prince William County jury. The matter was prosecuted by Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Sarah Sami. Commonwealth of VA v. Shaheem Hicks-Brown On December 9, 2022, Prince William County Police were dispatched to a residence on Southway Lane in reference to a shooting with injuries. Upon arriving, police encountered two victims suffering from various gunshot wounds to the chest, abdomen, and arms. They also found an intoxicated Mr. Hicks-Brown in the home, in possession of a firearm. Both victims survived their life-threatening injuries.

Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth offered the following comment:

“It is fortunate that the two victims of gun violence in this instance survived, and I am grateful for their cooperation in the prosecution of this case. My office will continue to vigorously prosecute crimes of violence.”

The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney would like to recognize Victim Witness Case Manager Christy Reynolds for the assistance and support she provided the victims and their families. We also want to recognize the hard work of the Prince William County Police Department Detectives and Officers who worked on this case, specifically Detective Shailee Davis who was the lead detective on the case.