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Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Inside Virginia High School Bathroom: Police Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Inside Virginia High School Bathroom: Police
Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Inside Virginia High School Bathroom: Police An investigation has been launched after swastikas and vulgar language were found etched in a bathroom stall inside a Prince William County school.  The School Resource Officer assigned to Colgan High School on Dumfries Road in Manassas was alerted to hateful graffiti that was found shortly after students arrived for class on Friday, Nov. 15, prompting an investigation. According to the Prince William County Police Department, officers found swastikas and vulgar language etched onto the bathroom stall door, though there were no threats, and no additional vandalism was reported. School…
Trash Bag-Wearing Man Busted Breaking Into Popular Virginia Coffee Shop: Police Trash Bag-Wearing Man Busted Breaking Into Popular Virginia Coffee Shop: Police
Trash Bag-Wearing Man Busted Breaking Into Popular Virginia Coffee Shop: Police A popular Fredericksburg coffee spot did not miss a beat after a trash bag-wearing man vandalized the business. Roger Ruffner, 66, couldn't wait to get his caffeine fix on Monday morning, and broke dozens of window panels at Hyperion Espresso during a strange scene that played out in the 300 block of William Street. The incident was reported shortly before 3 a.m. on Nov. 4.  Upon arrival, police say that officers found Ruffner standing in front of the building, wearing a trash bag and holding a plastic pole and broomstick.  According to the Fredericksburg Police Department, Ruff…
Hamas Supporter From Alexandria Charged For Vandalizing Ashburns County Starbucks: Sheriff Hamas Supporter From Alexandria Charged For Vandalizing Ashburns County Starbucks: Sheriff
Hamas Supporter From Alexandria Charged For Vandalizing Ashburns County Starbucks: Sheriff An Alexandria man has been charged in connection to a series of pro-Hamas, anti-Israel, anti-American messages that were spray-painted on Starbucks locations in Loudoun County earlier this year, authorities announced. Phillip Michael Igyarto, 30, has been charged in connection to the vandalism of two Starbucks locations in Ashburn last May, and he was also linked to other businesses in the area. An "intensive investigation" was launched earlier this year when pro-Hamas, anti-Israel, and anti-American graffiti was discovered six times at four Starbucks locations in Ashburn on May 3…
Baseball Bat-Bearing Man Behind Bars For Breaking, Entering Rampage In Virginia, Sheriff Says Baseball Bat-Bearing Man Behind Bars For Breaking, Entering Rampage In Virginia, Sheriff Says
Baseball Bat-Bearing Man Behind Bars For Breaking, Entering Rampage In Virginia, Sheriff Says It was just one of those days for Marvin Ssettumba, who went ballistic with a baseball bat inside a South Stafford home before being caught attempting to flee. The 22-year-old was all smiles for the camera after going on a rampage on Monday afternoon, when he called his shot and took a swing at multiple items as he left a home in "complete ruin," officials said. According to a spokesperson from the Stafford County Sheriff's Office, shortly after 5 p.m. on Oct. 14, deputies were called to a residence on Morton Road, where there were reports of a breaking and entering incident involving&…
Virginia Protester Who Painted 'HAMAS IS COMING' On Statue Outside Union Station Charged: Feds Virginia Protester Who Painted 'HAMAS IS COMING' On Statue Outside Union Station Charged: Feds
Virginia Protester Who Painted 'Hamas IS Coming' On Statue Outside Union Station Charged: Feds A Virginia man who defaced federal property at Columbus Circle with spray paint outside Union Station in Northeast DC during a pro-Gaza demonstration has been arrested, federal authorities announced. Zaid Mohammed Mahdawi, 26, of Richmond, was the latest to be charged on Friday for allegedly spray-painting the monument in July. Department of Justice According to court documents, on Wednesday, July 24, an organization was granted a permit to demonstrate in the area of Columbus Circle in Northeast DC, directly in front of Union Station. From 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. that afternoon, demonstrators i…
Baltimore County Woman Arrested For Pro-Gaza Demonstration Outside Union Station In DC Baltimore County Woman Arrested For Pro-Gaza Demonstration Outside Union Station In DC
Baltimore County Woman Arrested For Pro-Gaza Demonstration Outside Union Station In DC A 20-year-old Baltimore County woman was arrested on Friday morning and charged for her role using spray paint in July to deface federal property at Columbus Circle outside Union Station in Northeast DC, federal authorities announced. Towson native Isabella Giordano was taken into custody on Sept. 13, and is scheduled to make her initial court appearance later on Friday, when she will be charged with willfully injuring or depredating any property of the United States. According to court documents, on Wednesday, July 24, an organization was granted a permit to demonstrate in the ar…
Swastika, Vulgar Language Found Etched Into Gym Locker At Virginia HS: Police Swastika, Vulgar Language Found Etched Into Gym Locker At Virginia HS: Police
Swastika, Vulgar Language Found Etched Into Gym Locker At Virginia HS: Police Hateful imagery was found etched into a gym locker inside a Prince William County high school, police say. An SRO assigned to Brentsville High School on Aden Road in Nokesville was notified about vandalism inside the school early on Thursday, Sept. 5.  According to the Prince William County Police Department, the investigation led to the discovery of a swastika and vulgar language inside the locker room, though no threats were involved. During a subsequent search, police say that officers did not find any additional vandalism in the area, and the school has since removed the markings.…
Cinderella Story Ends With Shoe In Doorframe, Two Busted For Botched VA Burglary: Sheriff Cinderella Story Ends With Shoe In Doorframe, Two Busted For Botched VA Burglary: Sheriff
Cinderella Story Ends With Shoe In Doorframe, Two Busted For Botched VA Burglary: Sheriff Members of the Stafford County Sheriff's Office didn't have to go far while investigating a botched burglary and erroneous escape when a suspect left his shoe behind. Earlier this month, deputies were called to an apartment complex in Garrison Woods, where they found an 18-year-old and a minor in front of a damaged door, who attempted to walk away and began ignoring commands to stop upon their arrival. Investigators say that they then began running, "but were unfamiliar with the area," leading to a foot chase around an apartment building, across a playground, and ended when they encoun…
Concrete-Wielding Woman Assaulted Arresting Officers In Virginia, Police Say Concrete-Wielding Woman Assaulted Arresting Officers In Virginia, Police Say
Concrete-Wielding Woman Assaulted Arresting Officers In Virginia, Police Say A woman caught red-handed holding a section of concrete she was reportedly throwing at vehicles is facing a host of charges following her arrest overnight, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Before midnight on Wednesday, July 3, officers were called to Pointer Lane near Portsmouth Road in Manassas, where there were reports of a woman throwing items at vehicles. Google Maps street view Police say that upon arrival, officers found Kimberly Sierra-Ovando, 20, in the intersection holding the piece of concrete, and she was not prepared to go down quietly. According…
Woman Shot Toward Ex, Struck Him With Vehicle During Altercation In Virginia, Sheriff Says Woman Shot Toward Ex, Struck Him With Vehicle During Altercation In Virginia, Sheriff Says
Woman Shot Toward Ex, Struck Him With Vehicle During Altercation In Virginia, Sheriff Says A woman who "recklessly fired rounds" toward her ex before running her former partner over was arrested in Stafford County, according to the sheriff's office. Stafford resident Ikeyia Reed, 40, is behind held behind bars following an incident that played out in an area hotel involving she and an ex-romantic partner on Sunday morning. Deputies were called shortly before 12:30 a.m. on June 23, to the Suburban Extended Stay on Richmond Highway, where there were multiple reports of gunshots ringing out, including one caller who advised he was the victim and Reed was his ex.  When dep…
Unlicensed PA Driver Leads Wild I-81 Pursuit, Crashes Multiple Times In VA: Police Unlicensed PA Driver Leads Wild I-81 Pursuit, Crashes Multiple Times In VA: Police
Unlicensed PA Driver Leads Wild I-81 Pursuit, Crashes Multiple Times In VA: Police An unlicensed Pennsylvania man has been arrested after authorities say he led a high-speed police pursuit that ended in a crash in Virginia. Scott Parsons, 34, of Minnersville, PA, was spotted Saturday, Feb. 3, by a Winchester police officer who initiated a pursuit onto I-81 near the 312-mile-marker in Frederick County, VA, where state police took the lead, Sgt. Brent W. Coffey said. The pursuit continued south on Interstate 81 when Parsons, in a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, took exit 302, ran off the roadway, and collided with a barrier pole in a convenience store parking lot, police s…
Lincoln Memorial Steps Vandalized By 'Free Gaza' Graffiti In DC Lincoln Memorial Steps Vandalized By 'Free Gaza' Graffiti In DC
Lincoln Memorial Steps Vandalized By 'Free Gaza' Graffiti In DC Crews are working to remove graffiti at the Lincoln Memorial and red paint off the monument's steps after the area was tagged with the words "Free Gaza" that could be seen in photos and video shared online. National Park Service crews are now working to remove the paint while the incident is investigated by police in DC on Wednesday, Dec. 20.  Pro-Hamas vandals have desecrated the steps of the Lincoln Memorial with graffiti. They are truly disturbed and disgusting people. pic.twitter.com/cETGZ8pSfM — Israel War Room (@IsraelWarRoom) December 20, 2023 Cleanup efforts are expected to imp…
Vehicle Vandal Smirks After Head-Butting Stafford Deputies, Assaulting Jail Staff: Sheriff Vehicle Vandal Smirks After Head-Butting Stafford Deputies, Assaulting Jail Staff: Sheriff
Vehicle Vandal Smirks After Head-Butting Stafford Deputies, Assaulting Jail Staff: Sheriff A 19-year-old suspect smirked in his mugshot after authorities said he went on a crime spree, slashing tires and smashing windows across Stafford County, then moved on to assaulting arresting deputies and jail staff. Cole Spicer, of Stafford, was identified as the vehicle vandal just shy of two weeks after the Aug. 2 spree, County Sheriff David Decatur said. Residents of Leeland Station and Ridge Point woke up that morning to discover their vehicle tires slashed, and their vehicle windows damaged, or broken. Throughout the day, deputies responded to each and every victim to document th…
104 Cars Damaged By Thief Side-View Mirror-Swiping Thief In Arlington: Police 104 Cars Damaged By Thief Side-View Mirror-Swiping Thief In Arlington: Police
104 Cars Damaged By Thief Side-View Mirror-Swiping Thief In Arlington: Police A 37-year-old man has been charged in connection with a series of vehicle-related thefts last April in Arlington. Luis Manuel Tavares Sanchez stole and damaged glass from the side-view mirrors of parked cars across Arlington County, police said. A total of 61 reports documenting 104 vehicles with stolen or damaged mirrors were reported, according to police. During the course of the investigation, detectives reviewed evidence, spoke to witnesses, and followed up on investigative leads which led to the identification of the suspect.  Sanchez was taken into custody on the afternoon of W…
Drunken Man Assaults Deputies, Kicks Out Patrol Car Window While Restrained In Stafford: Police Drunken Man Assaults Deputies, Kicks Out Patrol Car Window While Restrained In Stafford: Police
Drunken Man Assaults Deputies, Kicks Out Patrol Car Window While Restrained In Stafford: Police A 40-year-old drunken man was jailed after assaulting deputies and destroying patrol cars during his arrest in Stafford County, authorities said. Police responding to a disturbance on Steven Circle in North Stafford Thursday evening, July 27 found Kevin Jones destroying property and assaulting another resident, the Stafford County Sheriff's Office said. "The calm of the mobile home park was disrupted as Jones cursed a blue streak and had to be carried to the patrol car by Deputy Crossett and Deputy K.L. Steffenhagen," police said. Jones refused to get in the rear of the patrol car and was…
Trigger-Happy Undocumented Teen Accused Of Recklessly Firing Gun In VA: Police Trigger-Happy Undocumented Teen Accused Of Recklessly Firing Gun In VA: Police
Trigger-Happy Undocumented Teen Accused Of Recklessly Firing Gun In VA: Police An undocumented teen is facing charges for destructively firing a gun in a Leesburg parking lot and causing damage last month. Jairo Amaya-Sorto, 18, was arrested this week by members of the Leesburg Police Department in the unit block of Plaza Street NE following a near monthlong investigation into a reported shooting. In late May, there were reports of shots fired in the 100 block of Meadows Lane NE and then in an adjoining parking lot in the 800 block of Edwards Ferry Road NE. No injuries were reported, but two vehicles were damaged by stray bullets. Following the investigation, Amay…
VA Man Who Drunkenly Stopped Bridge Traffic Broke Into Hospital Very Next Day: Authorities VA Man Who Drunkenly Stopped Bridge Traffic Broke Into Hospital Very Next Day: Authorities
VA Man Who Drunkenly Stopped Bridge Traffic Broke Into Hospital Very Next Day: Authorities A 39-year-old man who just this week stopped traffic on local streets while intoxicated is back in police custody: This time, for breaking into a hospital, authorities in Stafford County said. Surveillance footage captured Tyreek Ware, whom police have had several run-ins with, banging on the front doors of Stafford Hospital around 1:50 a.m. Monday, June 19, while the hospital was closed, the Stafford County Sheriff's Office said. He started with his fists but switched to his feet, kicking out one of the glass panels, authorities said. Ware then crawled his way into the hospital and in…
Suspect Returning To Crime Scene Assaults Deputy During Botched Escape In Stafford Suspect Returning To Crime Scene Assaults Deputy During Botched Escape In Stafford
Suspect Returning To Crime Scene Assaults Deputy During Botched Escape In Stafford A Fredericksburg man made things worse for himself during an early morning disturbance in Stafford County over the weekend where he went rogue and attempted to avoid being apprehended by members of the Sheriff’s Office. Freddie Carter, Jr. 37, a man familiar to members of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, is facing a smorgasbord of criminal charges following his latest encounter with law enforcement that landed him behind bars after he returned to the scene of an earlier crime. Carter’s long day began at approximately 1:20 a.m. on Sunday, April 23, when members of the sheriff’s office w…
Irate Rock-Throwing Rogue Busted Targeting VA Courthouse, Church: Authorities Irate Rock-Throwing Rogue Busted Targeting VA Courthouse, Church: Authorities
Irate Rock-Throwing Rogue Busted Targeting VA Courthouse, Church: Authorities A Virginia man had a rocky day after hurling projectiles at a Stafford County courthouse and responding sheriff’s deputies, though his day nearly ended in a bit of a shock. Brett Lyles, 28, is facing multiple charges following a strange scene that played out on Thursday afternoon in Stafford County that saw him throwing rocks and debris at buildings and members of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office during a disturbance. Shortly before 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 20, members of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office were called to the intersection of Richmond Highway and Courthouse Road, …
Misspelled Message On Stafford Middle School Bathroom Wall Misses Mark, Sheriff Muses Misspelled Message On Stafford Middle School Bathroom Wall Misses Mark, Sheriff Muses
Misspelled Message On Stafford Middle School Bathroom Wall Misses Mark, Sheriff Muses Some students in Stafford County should spend more time in the classroom and less time vandalizing property. More time in English class might behoove a group of students at Stafford County Middle School who were caught after tagging a bathroom with a comically misspelled message for their classmates. “It all about money and muder,” they wrote. You might be able to infer what the vandals were trying to convey. The incident was reported at approximately 10 a.m. on Monday, March 20 inside a restroom at the middle school. Investigators say that two students used spray paint to deface the …
Protesters Charged Amid Demonstration During Controversial Senate Vote In DC: Capitol Police Protesters Charged Amid Demonstration During Controversial Senate Vote In DC: Capitol Police
Protesters Charged Amid Demonstration During Controversial Senate Vote In DC: Capitol Police More than a dozen protesters were charged in Washington, DC after ignoring US Capitol Police commands to disperse as they were illegally blocking traffic, officials say. US Capital Police officers charged a total of 16 people for crowding, obstructing, and incommoding during a demonstration that started on First Street, NE and Constitution Avenue that began at approximately 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8. It’s time to bring democracy home. This D.C. resident says #HandsOffDC! https://t.co/SxOHD3sVcB — Sandy Sorensen (@dcdirectorsandy) March 8, 2023 There was also one arrest for vandalism…
Vandal Who Goes By Two Names Busted Tagging The Letter 'Z' On Stafford County Property: Sheriff Vandal Who Goes By Two Names Busted Tagging The Letter 'Z' On Stafford County Property: Sheriff
Vandal Who Goes By Two Names Busted Tagging The Letter 'Z' On Stafford County Property: Sheriff A man who goes by many names and made his mark across Stafford County is in custody for spray-painting the letter “Z” around town, the sheriff’s office announced. Prince William County resident Peter Brown, 22, who refers to himself as “Zack Black,” was busted by members of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office following an investigation into mysterious letters that were tagged on property throughout the region. Peter BrownStafford County Sheriff's Office In North Stafford, questions were first raised on Sunday, Jan. 22, when deputies were called to investigate a report of a garage door…
Minor Held Without Bail After Identifying Herself As Dead Man, Possessing Vape Pen Minor Held Without Bail After Identifying Herself As Dead Man, Possessing Vape Pen
Minor Held Without Bail After Identifying Herself As Dead Man, Possessing Vape Pen A woman was arrested after falsely identifying herself as a dead man at a Virginia hotel, authorities say. Police responded to the Red Roof Inn on Warrenton Road on the morning of Monday, Dec. 12 for a report of vandalism after a staff member said that a woman had broken a window before arguing with guests and fleeing the scene, Stafford County police say. The woman was found at the Exxon across the street, where a deputy asked her for identification. The woman then identified herself as a deceased male. It was discovered that the woman had illegally entered one of the hotel rooms and was …
Barricaded Fugitive Delays Arrest By 90 Whole Minutes In Stafford County: Sheriff Barricaded Fugitive Delays Arrest By 90 Whole Minutes In Stafford County: Sheriff
Barricaded Fugitive Delays Arrest By 90 Whole Minutes In Stafford County: Sheriff A 31-year-old Stafford fugitive delayed his "inevitable arrest" when he barricaded himself in the basement of a home for 90 minutes over the weekend, authorities said. Stafford deputies were serving Christopher Smith warrants out of Patrick and Henry counties for felony vandalism, assault of a family member and threats over the phone, when they spotted him in the backyard of a home on Fallsway Lane in Shadow Woods around 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, the sheriff's office said. Deputies ordered Smith to stop, but instead, he fled into the basement of the home and locked the sliding glass door be…
Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports
Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports An Indiana man was arrested for vandalizing  the Washington Monument.In the evening on Sept. 20, Shaun Deaton, 44 dumped red paint on one side of the monument and wrote an obscene message.  Deaton's message at the base of the monument read, "Have you been f----- by this ... Gov says tough s---.", according to NBC News. U.S. Park Police charged Deaton with trespassing, tampering and vandalism.  The monument was temporarily closed, as preservation crew members began the clean-up process. "The top layer of paint is coming off and the pigment that seeped into the stone will be …
Fugitive Sucker Punches Hotel Guest, Tries To Hid From Police In Stafford, Authorities Say Fugitive Sucker Punches Hotel Guest, Tries To Hid From Police In Stafford, Authorities Say
Fugitive Sucker Punches Hotel Guest, Tries To Hid From Police In Stafford, Authorities Say A 34-year-old man who sucker punched a hotel guest in Stafford had been wanted for burglary and assault out of Prince William County, authorities said. Eric McDonald, 34, of Dumfries, socked the other guest in the face at Woodspring Suites at 1006 Corporate Drive on Friday, Sept. 9 around 12:30 a.m., Stafford police sad. McDonald was believed to be in a hotel room with Shaquan Royals, 33, of no fixed address. Royals indicated McDonald was not in the room and obstructed the investigation. Hotel management gave Royals 30 minutes to vacate the room, and as she left, McDonald exited as well. …
Manassas Mausoleum Damaged By Vandals: Police Manassas Mausoleum Damaged By Vandals: Police
Manassas Mausoleum Damaged By Vandals: Police A mausoleum was damaged by vandals in Manassas, police said. On September 8, at around 12:45 p.m., officers arrived at the scene in the 9300 block of Center Street, where they found the back window of the mausoleum was broken, according to the Manassas City Police Department. In addition to the window damage, marble pieces around the coffin inside, as well as part of the coffin itself, had damage, authorities said. Anyone with information about the vandalism is asked to contact law enforcement at 703-257-8000.
Woodbridge Man Arrested For Breaking Into Auto Shop, Stealing Money, Keys Woodbridge Man Arrested For Breaking Into Auto Shop, Stealing Money, Keys
Woodbridge Man Arrested For Breaking Into Auto Shop, Stealing Money, Keys A Woodbridge man was arrested for breaking into an auto shop and stealing valuables, police said.At around 5:25 p.m. on August 21, officers arrived at Nobel Auto Select on Cambridge Street, where they found the front glass window completely shattered, according to the Stafford County Sheriff's Office.  The owner of the auto shop reported that three sets and cash were missing from the business, officials reported. Police said they found the suspect, 43-year-old David Rios, at a nearby hotel after surveillance footage showed him throwing a car battery at the auto shop's window. Although…
100 Year Old DC Catholic School Vandalized Amid Pattern Of Religious Hate Crimes 100 Year Old DC Catholic School Vandalized Amid Pattern Of Religious Hate Crimes
100 Year Old DC Catholic School Vandalized Amid Pattern Of Religious Hate Crimes A Washington DC Catholic school has been vandalized amid a pattern of religious hate crimes, states a fundraiser created for the school. The 100-year-old St. Anthony Catholic School was the latest target for vandals, who beheaded the school's namesake statue, according to the GoFundMe. Not only was the St. Anthony statue was found knocked over with the head missing, but several other areas of the school were damaged, officials said.  Vandals allegedly broke a concrete windowsill as well as uprooted and damaged several playground benches. This vandalism comes only days after a young J…
Windows Smashed, Furniture Broken: Spotsylvania Baptist Church Vandalized Windows Smashed, Furniture Broken: Spotsylvania Baptist Church Vandalized
Windows Smashed, Furniture Broken: Spotsylvania Baptist Church Vandalized The Craigs Baptist Church community is reeling after the Spotsylvania church was found vandalized. On August 7,  staff posted that they arrived at the church in the morning and saw smashed windows, overturned furniture, and walls splattered with paint. The church said they are working with local police to find the suspect, or suspects, who destroyed their place of worship. Many members of the community church voiced their sadness on Facebook and offered to assist the staff in restoring the building to its usual, inviting condition. Comment on FacebookCraig Baptist Church Facebook Post…
SERIAL CALLER: Midwest Woman Jailed For Threatening To Blow Up Ramsey Police HQ SERIAL CALLER: Midwest Woman Jailed For Threatening To Blow Up Ramsey Police HQ
Serial Caller: Midwest Woman Jailed For Threatening To Blow Up Ramsey Police HQ A Midwest woman who once set fire to garbage bins outside a middle school -- and then contacted authorities to confess -- was charged this week with threatening to blow up Ramsey police headquarters. The threat by Amber Schadewald, 24, "led to a search of the building, parking lot and departmental and personal vehicles by Bergen County sheriff's bomb dogs" back in January, Ramsey Police Chief Brian Lyman said. The subsequent investigation led to Schandewald, who "was believed to be in a group home in Minnesota at the time she made the threat," Lyman said Thursday. Schadewald has a history…