Man Arrested for Hate Crime at Stafford Hospital

October 29, 2024
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Man Arrested for Hate Crime at Stafford Hospital
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Stafford, VA – A Fredericksburg resident was taken into custody after causing multiple disruptions at Stafford Hospital.

On Friday at around 8:43 p.m., authorities received a call regarding a disturbance at Stafford Hospital located on 101 Hospital Center Boulevard. Deputy W.E. Trainor was dispatched to the scene where a hospital staff member reported being assaulted by a patient.

The deputy identified Daniel Castillo as the individual responsible for causing disturbances within the hospital. Security personnel had been monitoring Castillo due to his behavior, during which he allegedly threatened, assaulted the security officer, and made racial remarks.

Castillo faced charges of assault related to a hate crime and disorderly conduct at the hospital. He also had an outstanding warrant from Prince William County for failing to appear, leading to his arrest and detention at the Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.