On October 24, a man was charged in connection to a domestic dispute at the Stone Pointe Apartments that occurred on October 23, where the individual allegedly strangled and struck a 23-year-old woman. The suspect faces charges of strangulation and domestic assault, with a court date pending.
Press Release from Prince William Police Department:
Strangulation (Domestic Related) *ARREST – On October 24, the suspect, identified as Remy Devontae FARRELL-JURY, who was sought in connection to the domestic dispute that was reported to have occurred at the Stone Pointe Apartments located in the 14900 block of Potomac Heights Pl. in Woodbridge (22191) on October 23, was arrested.
Arrested on October 24: [No Photo Available]
Remy Devontae FARRELL-JURY, 19, of the 14900 block of Potomac Heights Pl. in Woodbridge
Charged with strangulation and domestic assault & battery
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable
Strangulation (Domestic Related) [Previously Released] – On October 23 at 9:57PM, officers responded to the Stone Pointe Apartments located in the 14900 block of Potomac Heights Pl. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a domestic dispute. The investigation revealed the victim, a 23-year-old-woman, and an acquaintance, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the accused grabbed the victim’s neck and struck her face before leaving the area. Minor injuries were reported. Following the investigation, officers obtained arrest warrants for the accused, identified as Remy Devontae FARRELL-JURY. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful.
Also, police want to know if you've seen this man, who is wanted in connection to an unrelated incident that occurred in Woodbridge.
ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY: #PWCPD is asking for assistance in identifying the pictured individual, believed to have been involved in an armed robbery on Potomac Vista Dr in Woodbridge on Oct 26 at 10:50PM. Please contact police if you know this person or have info about the robbery. pic.twitter.com/SA8TwBEJM6
On October 27, police were called to a robbery on Prince William Parkway involving three men who multiple men robbed at gunpoint, police said. The day before, another robbery occurred in Woodbridge where a man with a rifle demanded property from two people sitting inside their car, police said. The two robberies appear to be unrelated.
Press Release from Prince William Police Department:
Armed Robbery – On October 27 at 3:22PM, officers responded to the 2600 block of the Prince William Pkwy [near] Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a robbery. Th investigation revealed three male victims between 23-24 years of age, agreed to meet in the above are to purchase marijuana. During the encounter, multiple suspects brandished firearms and robbed the victims of an undisclosed amount of money, firearms, and cell phones before leaving the area in a silver SUV, possibly a Dodge Durango. As the suspects were running towards their vehicle, one of the victims fired a round from their gun. No injuries were reported. This incident does not appear to be random.
Suspect Descriptions:
Three black males, all between 20-30 years of age, 5’10”-5’11”, two reportedly had beards while one
of the men had shoulder length dreadlocks
Press Release from Prince William Police Department:
Armed Robbery – On October 26 at 10:59PM, officers responded to the 1200 block of Potomac Vista Dr in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a robbery. The investigation revealed the victims, a 26-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman, were in their vehicle in a parking lot of the above area when they were approached by an unknown man. During the encounter, the man brandished a long gun and demanded property from the victims. The suspect took clothing items and a wallet from the victims before leaving the area on foot. No injuries were reported. This incident does not appear to be random. A police K-9 checked the area for the suspect who was not located.
Suspect Description:
Black male, between 20-25 years of age, with a thin build, short black hair and a tattoo on the right
forearm
Last seen wearing gray sweatpants
The Prince William District of National Capital Area Council, BSA (NCAC) hosted a successful 2024 John D. Jenkins Good Scout Award Dinner on October 17, 2024, at Old Hickory Golf Course in Woodbridge, VA. The event honored outstanding individuals who exemplify the ideals of Scouting and attracted community leaders, elected officials, business owners, Scout volunteers, and friends, creating a memorable evening of inspiration and recognition while raising $40,000 for Scouting programs.
The evening commenced with a warm welcome from Host Committee Co-Chair Marty Nohe, followed by an invocation led by Pastor Stephen Bohannon of St. Matthews Lutheran Church. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner while connecting with fellow attendees and reflecting on the importance of community service.
[Photo: Transurban/95 Express Lanes]From Transurban, operator of the Interstate 95 E-ZPass Express Lanes:
Please be advised the 95/395 Express Lanes will begin overnight reversal the night of October 30 / the morning of October 31, 2024, an hour early at 12 midnight instead of 1 a.m.
The change enables work on the Opitz Boulevard Project.
Prince William County’s Solid Waste Division is hosting a free paper shredding event on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pfitzner Stadium parking lot in Woodbridge. This event, open only to residents, allows up to four boxes of confidential documents (e.g., bank statements, tax returns) per household. Non-confidential papers, like junk mail, should go to regular recycling. Participants must stay in their vehicles, with boxes placed in the rear for easy access by event staff. Visit pwcva.gov/trashandrecycling for more guidelines and future shred dates
The Prince William County Solid Waste Division will hold a free document shredding event on Saturday, November 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until trucks reach capacity. The event will be at the Pfitzner Stadium parking lot, 7 County Complex Court, Woodbridge, Va.
The Virginia Outdoors Foundation has awarded Woodbridge's Freedom High School $25,000 to build a dedicated outdoor learning space, which is expected to open in the spring.
As the home for the Center for Environmental and Natural Sciences (CENS) program, Freedom High School will now be able to provide students in this program with a necessary outdoor learning space, a press release stated. CENS allows students to engage in lab and field science, interactive research and hands-on projects.
Prince William County police are investigating a murder-for-hire case following the February 2 shooting death of 23-year-old Egypt Zapporah Carter, who was found fatally shot inside her car near Bronson Ct. and Brickwood Dr. in Dale City. Police have arrested Drew Courtney Buchanan, 27, on charges of second-degree murder, shooting into an occupied vehicle, and firearm use in the commission of a felony. Buchanan was arrested on October 15 in Manassas and is being held without bond.
An arrest warrant has been issued for a second suspect, Denzel Scott Wade, 30, who was allegedly present at the shooting scene. Police are actively searching for Wade and urge anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact them.
Update 1:30 p.m. from Prince William police:
Buchanan
Murder Investigation *ARREST | SUSPECT WANTED – During the ongoing investigation into the murder of a 23-year-old woman killed in a shooting that occurred in the area of Bronson Ct. and Brickwood Dr. in Woodbridge (22193) on February 2, detectives have arrested one man and obtained an arrest warrant for another man involved in the encounter. The victim was found fatally shot while inside her vehicle when officers arrived on the scene around 2:07AM. The investigation revealed a murder-for-hire was arranged to kill the victim. Detectives further learned the suspect currently in custody, identified as Drew Courtney BUCHANAN, carried out the act in murdering the victim. On October 15, BUCHANAN, was located in the Manassas area and arrested without incident. An additional suspect, identified as Denzel Scott WADE, was determined to have been present with BUCHANAN at the time of shooting and is currently being sought by police on an active arrest warrant. Additional charges against other involved parties are pending in this investigation. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the wanted suspect or who can otherwise aid in the investigation is asked to contact the police. More information will be released when available. The investigation continues.
Wade
Arrested in October 15:
Drew Courtney BUCHANAN, 27, of 15701 Tassleford Ln, #303, in Woodbridge
Charged with 2nd degree murder, shooting into an occupied vehicle, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond
Wanted:
Denzel Scott WADE, 30, of the 2900 block of Penbury Ct in Woodbridge
Described as a black male, 5’11”, 170lbs with black hair and brown eyes
Wanted for conspiracy to commit a felony
Identified:
The deceased was identified as Egypt Zapporah CARTER, 23, of Burlington, NC
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.
On Thursday, Oct. 31 children and families are encouraged to dress in their spookiest costumes to enjoy free candy and fun at Potomac Mills. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the mall will offer trick-or-treating at participating retailers, marked with a pumpkin sticker in their windows. Guests will also get to snap photos with Halloween characters roaming the mall and visit the photo station in Grand Court (near TJ Maxx) for more fun photo opportunities.
On October 24, a man was charged in connection to a domestic dispute at the Stone Pointe Apartments that occurred on October 23, where the individual allegedly strangled and struck a 23-year-old woman. The suspect faces charges of strangulation and domestic assault, with a court date pending.
Press Release from Prince William Police Department:
From Boy Scouts of America
