WOODBRIDGE, VA — A woman was taken to the hospital Monday evening after being shot in a residential neighborhood of Woodbridge, according to Prince William County police. Officers responded to…
Key Points ALEXANDRIA, VA — Jessica Aber, the former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead Saturday morning in her Alexandria home, prompting an active police…
STAFFORD, VA — A Virginia man with a history of impaired driving was arrested early Saturday morning after deputies found him passed out behind the wheel of a Jeep with…
LAUREL, MD — Prince George’s County Police Officer Simeon Daramola was charged early this morning with driving while impaired while off-duty and operating a marked police vehicle, officials confirmed. Key…
Fatal Accident on Cambridge Street
**Stafford, VA** – On Sunday at approximately 6:06 a.m., Deputy W.J. Walker responded to an auto accident in the 500 block of Cambridge Street. The caller initially reported a collision with a deer but upon arrival, Deputy Walker found an adult male with injuries lying on the ground.
Emergency services were quickly contacted, and the victim was transported to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, the male victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. The preliminary investigation indicated that the driver of the vehicle involved was traveling northbound on Cambridge Street when the pedestrian, walking southbound, was struck. The driver remained at the scene, was not injured, and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
The pedestrian was identified as 52-year-old Gregory Breeden from Stafford. The investigation into the crash remains active under Deputy Walker. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact Deputy Walker at 540-658-4450.
FREDERICK COUNTY, VA — A man accused of abducting a woman at knifepoint was arrested Friday morning after a dangerous chase across state lines that ended in a ditch along…
Motorcycle Crash Results in Fatality in Virginia Beach
**VIRGINIA BEACH, VA** – The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) responded to a crash involving a motorcycle on March 11, 2025, at 6:33 p.m. The incident occurred on the 2300 block of London Bridge Road.
The motorcycle driver, Justin Thacker, a 44-year-old resident of Virginia Beach, was immediately transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Thacker sadly passed away due to his injuries on March 19, 2025.
The VBPD Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this crash. Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to contact Traffic Safety at (757) 385-4606 or submit anonymous tips via Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.
STAFFORD, Va. — A paraprofessional at Conway Elementary School has been arrested on multiple felony charges for allegedly taking inappropriate images and video of unsuspecting juvenile students, the Stafford County…
STAFFORD, VA — A 32-year-old Stafford woman was arrested for her third DUI in the past year, just one day after being charged with her second. On March 19 at…
Stolen Firearms Recovered After Altercation in South Stafford
**Stafford, VA** – Two juveniles were detained in South Stafford following an altercation that led to the discovery of stolen firearms. On Thursday at approximately 6:06 p.m., Sergeant J.D. Hurt, along with Deputies S.C. Steinway, M.A. Holub, and S.T. Myers, responded to Ridgemore Street due to a reported fight in progress.
Upon arrival, law enforcement officers observed the suspects fleeing into nearby woods but managed to detain two 17-year-olds shortly thereafter. The juveniles had been consuming Twisted Tea and verbally provoking each other, which escalated into a physical conflict. During the investigation, authorities suspected the involvement of firearms and initiated a search.
Deputy Myers deployed his K-9 partner, Gunner, to assist in locating any hidden weapons. Gunner successfully tracked and found a handgun buried under leaves. Continuing the search, Gunner led deputies to another concealed firearm. Both firearms had altered serial numbers and were confirmed stolen.
The juveniles were charged with multiple counts including disorderly conduct, underage alcohol possession, and possession of stolen firearms. They were also charged with altering a firearm’s serial number
Renovation Site Gathering Disrupted by Local Deputies
**Stafford, VA** – A gathering at a residence under renovation was interrupted by local deputies on Sunday night. Around 8:57 p.m., Sergeant E.E. West, Deputy C.A. Sharp, Deputy X.D. Bates, and Deputy J.J. Holetzky responded to a disturbance in the Foxwood Village subdivision.
The residence, which was not supposed to be occupied, was found to have several individuals inside. Deputies, who were already in the vicinity due to another call, quickly arrived and discovered the presence of people inside. The suspects attempted to flee when deputies shone flashlights on them, leading to a foot chase.
The first suspect surrendered after realizing he could not outrun the deputies. All suspects but one were identified. Inside the residence, deputies found several cans of Four Loko, and it was discovered that only one of the suspects was of legal drinking age, at 21 years old.
The 21-year-old was arrested and charged with two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor, unlawful entry, and fleeing from law enforcement. He is being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond. Pending juvenile complaints involve the two
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STAFFORD, Va. — A 27-year-old Fredericksburg woman was arrested Friday night after allegedly assaulting two people during a child custody exchange in the parking lot of the Stafford County Sheriff’s…
ALEXANDRIA, VA – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested Roxana Beatriz Ayala-Duran, a 41-year-old Salvadoran national, who was previously convicted of assault in Virginia and had been ordered…
STAFFORD COUNTY, VA – A Stafford County deputy sustained minor injuries after being attacked by a man inside Mary Washington Hospital, authorities said. The incident occurred on March 10 at…
STAFFORD COUNTY, VA – Authorities are searching for three suspects involved in an armed robbery that occurred over the weekend on Plantation Drive, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.…
FREDERICKSBURG, VA – A woman was arrested after allegedly breaking into a home and stabbing a pet snake multiple times, leaving it with life-threatening injuries. Deputies responded to a residence…
GAITHERSBURG, MD – A woman suspected of fraudulently obtaining prescription medications from multiple pharmacies is being sought by Montgomery County detectives, who have released surveillance images in hopes of identifying…
MONTAGUE, Va. — Deputies in Virginia rescued an injured bald eagle Thursday afternoon after it was found struggling to fly near Montague Loop, authorities said. Sergeant A.J. McCall and Deputy…