WOODBRIDGE, VA — Early on Friday at 4:57 AM, police were dispatched to Featherstone Rd. to respond to a reported robbery.
The altercation involved a 24-year-old woman and Maazen Imran Butt, an acquaintance.
The conflict began verbally in a car and escalated, with Butt threatening the victim and assaulting her after dragging her out of the vehicle. He then stole her phone and purse and left the scene with another acquaintance driving.
The victim suffered minor injuries. Police have issued arrest warrants for Butt, a 22-year-old male from Oakwood Dr., described as 6’1” and 195 lbs. with brown hair. He is currently wanted for attempted malicious wounding, robbery, assault & battery, and grand larceny. Efforts to locate Butt have so far been unsuccessful.
- Man shot during attempted break-in at Triangle home police say linked to drug deal
TRIANGLE, VA — Gunfire erupted Wednesday night after two men allegedly tried to force their way into a home on Tavern Way, leading to one person being shot and later turning up at a hospital.
Prince William County Police responded at 9:38 p.m. to the 3600 block of Tavern Way for a reported shooting tied to an attempted residential burglary. When officers arrived, the suspects had already fled the area.
Investigators said two men attempted to break into the residence when shots were fired. It remains unclear who discharged the weapon, but police believe the shooting occurred during the confrontation at the property.
Shortly after the incident, an adult male arrived at a local hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Police say the man was uncooperative during questioning and have not released his name.
Authorities believe the incident was not random and stemmed from a drug-related dispute involving marijuana. The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- Two men attempted to break into a Triangle home Wednesday night when shots were fired.
- One man later appeared at a hospital with gunshot wounds but was uncooperative with police.
- Investigators believe the incident was drug-related and not random.
- Stafford woman on the run after deadly hit and run on Richmond Highway
STAFFORD, VA — It happened Tuesday when a pedestrian was fatally struck in the 2600 block of Richmond Highway — now deputies say the suspected driver is on the run.
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office has identified 21-year-old Gabriela Alejandra Bonilla Flores as the suspect behind the wheel of a white Audi Q5 that hit and killed a pedestrian earlier this week. Investigators say Flores fled the scene and is now wanted for hit and run resulting in death.
Deputies confirmed Thursday that Flores is actively evading arrest and is aware of the ongoing manhunt. Officials say additional charges are likely as the investigation continues.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic female, 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing 115 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. The vehicle involved, a white Audi Q5, has been seized as evidence by the sheriff’s office.
Law enforcement is urging anyone with knowledge of Flores’ whereabouts to come forward. Members of the public are asked not to approach Flores if spotted, but to contact 911 immediately.
The sheriff’s office has assigned Deputy S.C. Martin to lead the investigation and is urging anyone with tips to reach out to him directly at 540-658-4400.
Key Points
- Gabriela Alejandra Bonilla Flores, 21, is wanted for a fatal hit and run on Richmond Highway.
- Flores is actively avoiding law enforcement after allegedly killing a pedestrian on Tuesday.
- The vehicle involved has been seized and more charges are expected.
- Driver injured after fatally striking pedestrian in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania County, VA – It happened in the early morning darkness on Monday when a man trying to cross a poorly lit section of Patriot Highway was fatally struck by a vehicle, sparking a violent reaction from his companion.
Just before 3 a.m., deputies responded to the 10400 block of Patriot Highway, where they found 41-year-old Quinton Howard critically injured. He was taken to a hospital, where he later died.
Investigators determined that Howard and another man were attempting to cross the road when Howard continued into the path of oncoming traffic while his companion stopped. Howard was hit by a passing vehicle.
Immediately after the crash, the second man reportedly ran to the vehicle and began assaulting the driver, who remained at the scene. Deputies said the driver sustained injuries during the attack and required medical attention.
The area where the incident occurred was unlit at the time, and both pedestrians were wearing dark clothing, which may have contributed to the collision.
The driver is cooperating with the investigation.
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Key Points- Quinton Howard, 41, was killed while crossing Patriot Highway in Spotsylvania
- His companion attacked the driver after the crash, causing additional injuries
