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Police Search For Missing Manassas Park Mom Mamta Kafle Bhatt's Body In Area Of Camp, School Police Search For Missing Manassas Park Mom Mamta Kafle Bhatt's Body In Area Of Camp, School
Police Search For Missing Manassas Park Mom Mamta Kafle Bhatt's Body In Area Of Camp, School The search for missing Manassas mom Mamta Kafle Bhatt's body reached a fevered pitch on Thursday afternoon, the same day her husband was reportedly granted a speedy trial. On Sept. 5, the Manassas Park and Prince William County police departments continued their active investigation into Bhatt's death, with a fresh search throughout the community after receiving new intel. According to police, on Thursday, they were searching the Blooms Crossing community, the area surrounding the Manassas Christian School, Camp Carondelet, and a portion of Blooms Park. Investigators say that "detectives d…
New Reports Shed Light On Mamta Kafle Bhatt's Disappearance, Husband's Arrest New Reports Shed Light On Mamta Kafle Bhatt's Disappearance, Husband's Arrest
New Reports Shed Light On Mamta Kafle Bhatt's Disappearance, Husband's Arrest Grisly new details have been released as the probe into Mamta Kafle Bhatt following her disappearance and the subsequent apparent cover-up her husband, Naresh Bhatt attempted before his arrest and arraignment this week. Citing police documents, WUSA reports that evidence found during a search of the couple's Manassas Park home shows Naresh killed his wife and dragged her body out of the house, attempting to cover up the alleged murder. Despite extensive searches conducted with and by the community, the 28-year-old mom's body had not been recovered as of Friday, Aug. 23.  Mam…
Mamta Bhatt's Husband Charged With Concealing Body, Arrested, Manassas Park Police Say Mamta Bhatt's Husband Charged With Concealing Body, Arrested, Manassas Park Police Say
Mamta Bhatt's Husband Charged With Concealing Body, Arrested, Manassas Park Police Say Charges have been filed against Naresh Bhatt in his wife's disappearance, police announced. On Thursday afternoon, Aug. 22, Manassas Park police announced that Naresh Bhatt was charged with prohibition against concealment of dead body after a search warrant was executed at the home he shared with Mamta Kafle Bhatt. The 28-year-old mother went missing late last month, and her husband was the last person to have spoken to her, police said. Police did not say whether or not a body was found, and said only that they found additional evidence in their home. Mamta’s 1-year-old daughter was…
Where Is Mamta Kafle Bhatt? Speculations Loom Over Manassas Mom's Baffling Disappearance Where Is Mamta Kafle Bhatt? Speculations Loom Over Manassas Mom's Baffling Disappearance
Where Is Mamta Kafle Bhatt? Speculations Loom Over Manassas Mom's Baffling Disappearance Each day, community members remain hopeful that Manassas Park police will put out some sort of conclusive update on the search for Mamta Kafle Bhatt. Since her disappearance on Wednesday, July 28, that has yet to happen. Police say only that they investigate every lead and reassure concerned community members that they are utilizing every resource. The latest update came on Friday, Aug. 16, when police said they responded to two separate calls at Blooms Park in reference to reports of possible information/evidence involving Mamta Kafle investigation.  "Both incidents were investigated, an…
Major Search Launched For Missing Manassas Mom Major Search Launched For Missing Manassas Mom
Major Search Launched For Missing Manassas Mom A massive search is under way in Northern Virginia for a missing mother. Manassas Park police say Mamta Kafle Bhatt was last seen on July 31 and has not had any contact with her family since then. Sharing a MISSING ADULT for our colleagues with City of Manassas Park Police Department: The Manassas Park Police... Posted by Prince William County Police Department on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 The 28-year-old woman is believed to be missing under "involuntary" circumstances, police said. A Facebook group has been launched in an effort to help find Bhatt.
DUI Driver Leads High-Speed Pursuit Before Crashing In Virginia, Cops Say DUI Driver Leads High-Speed Pursuit Before Crashing In Virginia, Cops Say
DUI Driver Leads High-Speed Pursuit Before Crashing In Virginia, Cops Say A 30-year-old DUI driver was going more than twice the posted speed limit when he failed to stop for police and crashed his car in Prince William County the night before July Fourth, police said. Carlos Romero Alvarado was spotted by officers going more than twice the posted speed limit in Manassas Park around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, the department said. Alvarado failed to stop for officers and ultimately lost control, crashing near the intersection of Manassas Drive and Fairway Court, police said. The local resident was arrested at the scene and charged with unauthorized use of…
Virginia Girl Catches Neighborhood Creep Peering Through Bedroom Window, Cops Say Virginia Girl Catches Neighborhood Creep Peering Through Bedroom Window, Cops Say
Virginia Girl Catches Neighborhood Creep Peering Through Bedroom Window, Cops Say A 57-year-old man was arrested after he was caught peeping in a Virginia girl's bedroom window, police said. A girl spotted a man later identified as Alfredo Cerroblanco looking through her bedroom window of the Maplewood Park Apartments in Manassas, at 9:50 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, police said. The victim's home is a 3-minute drive from Cerroblanco's house on Manassas Drive in Manassas Park, maps show. The girl immediately notified a family member who prevented Cerroblanco from leaving the area until police arrived and detained him. Cerroblanco was charged with peeping into a resident…
2 Dead In High-Speed Fauquier County Crash: Police 2 Dead In High-Speed Fauquier County Crash: Police
Michael AH Sanson Brenda Atkisson Crash A 31-year-old driver and his 67-year-old passenger were killed in a Fauquier County crash this week, police said. Michael A.H. Sanson of Orange was heading south on Route 29/James Madison Highway in a Chevrolet Equinox when he ran off the right side of the road and hit a mailbox, then a tree, around 11:05 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, according to Virginia State Police. Sanson, who was not wearing a seatbelt, died at the scene. His passenger, Brenda M. Atkisson, also died at the scene. She was wearing a seatbelt. At 11:04 am yesterday our lives changed forever!! I was hopeful that it …
Man Posing As Police During Home Invasion Apprehended In Virginia: Officials Man Posing As Police During Home Invasion Apprehended In Virginia: Officials
Man Posing As Police During Home Invasion Apprehended In Virginia: Officials A second suspect has been apprehended by police in Prince William County following an investigation into the home invasion and abduction of a 19-year-old woman in Manassas last month, authorities announced. Manassas Park resident Kevin Vincent Brown, 25, has joined cohort Orlin Jasel Carcamo behind bars following his weekend arrest for an armed burglary in the 7400 block of Peppertree Lane in Manassas on Monday, Jan. 29. Shortly before 2 a.m. on the morning of the home invasion, officials say that officers from the Prince William County Police Department responded to the home, where three m…
'Parkinson's On Steroids': VA Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton Shares Heartbreaking Health Update 'Parkinson's On Steroids': VA Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton Shares Heartbreaking Health Update
'Parkinson's On Steroids': VA Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton Shares Heartbreaking Health Update Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton has shared a tragic health update that she cites as the reason why she won't be seeking reelection. Wexton (D-VA-10) over the summer was diagnosed with and had been receiving treatment for Parkinson's Disease. However, she recently received a modified diagnosis of Progressive Supra-nuclear Palsy, type-p (PSP-P), a form of Atypical Parkinsonism.  As a result, she will serve the remainder of her term in the 118th Congress and not seek reelection. VA-10 is comprised of Fauquier, Loudoun, and Rappahannock counties; parts of Fairfax and Princ…
Pick-Pocketer Targeting Older Female Shoppers Busted By Off-Duty Stafford Sheriff Deputy Pick-Pocketer Targeting Older Female Shoppers Busted By Off-Duty Stafford Sheriff Deputy
Pick-Pocketer Targeting Older Female Shoppers Busted By Off-Duty Stafford Sheriff Deputy An off-duty sheriff's deputy busted a pick-pocketer at a department store in Stafford County. The deputy was shopping at the store on the 10700 block of Patriot Highway when he noticed a man, later identified as Keith Andre Williams, of Manassas Park, following older female shoppers throughout the store on Saturday, Sept. 9, Stafford County Sheriff David Decatur said. Williams followed his likely victims and stood extremely close to them, the sheriff said. The off-duty deputy called for others to respond, and noticed Williams reach for a woman's purse and attempt to open it w…
Gunman Sought For Murder In Northern VA Killing: Police Gunman Sought For Murder In Northern VA Killing: Police
Gunman Sought For Murder In Northern VA Killing: Police A 39-year-old man is being sought for murder days after a Northern Virginia killing, police announced. Juan Zacarias, of Manassas, is believed to have killed Freddy Orozco Lopez, 34, of Manassas Park, on the 100 block of Polk Drive around 10:15 p.m. on Friday, June 23, Manassas Park police said. Lopez died at the scene and Zacarias, who knew his victim, fled the scene. He is wanted on charges of second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Anyone who sees him is urged to call 911 immediately. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to con…
ODing Toddler Revived, Women With Warrants Arrested In Northern Virginia ODing Toddler Revived, Women With Warrants Arrested In Northern Virginia
ODing Toddler Revived, Women With Warrants Arrested In Northern Virginia Two women each wanted on various warrants were arrested after a 2-year-old child in the same house overdosed over the weekend, authorities said. Ashley Polzer, 33, of Prince William County, and Savannah Jones, 26, of  Manassas Park, were each inside the Blackhawk Court when Manassas Park police officers and firefighters arrived on reports of an unresponsive child around 8:35 p.m. Friday, April 14, Manassas Park police said. Repsonders began lifesaving measures and administered Narcan, reviving the child. The child was transported to Prince William Hospital and subsequent…
Driver Charged After Passenger Killed By Cargo Train Collision With Pick-Up Truck In PWC Driver Charged After Passenger Killed By Cargo Train Collision With Pick-Up Truck In PWC
Driver Charged After Passenger Killed By Cargo Train Collision With Pick-Up Truck In PWC The driver of a pick-up truck who disobeyed a stop sign and was struck by a train is facing criminal charges following an investigation into the fatal crash by members of the Prince William County Police Department. Jose Odelino Gonzalez Valdez, 42, of Manassas Park, has been charged with reckless driving, for his role in the fatal crash that took the life of 26-year-old Manassas resident Emerson Lisandro Martinez Mejia earlier this month. The crash was reported shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 6, when Gonzalez Valdez's Chevrolet Silvarado was struck by the train on James Madison Av…
Armed Robber Walks Into Prince William County Pizza Hut, Cooks Frozen Meal, Police Say Armed Robber Walks Into Prince William County Pizza Hut, Cooks Frozen Meal, Police Say
Armed Robber Walks Into Prince William County Pizza Hut, Cooks Frozen Meal, Police Say An armed robber with a hearty appetite was arrested after authorities say he walked into a Pizza Hut in Prince William County and cooked a frozen meal. Officers were called to the location on Shoppers Square in Manassas on a report of a robbery around 11 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12, according to the Prince William County Police Department. David Obed Melara, 22, entered the store and walked past the front counter towards the kitchen area, authorities said. "While in the kitchen, the accused retrieved food items from the freezer and began cooking them before lifting up his shirt and reve…
Election Day 2022: Hottest House Races In Virginia Election Day 2022: Hottest House Races In Virginia
Election Day 2022: Hottest House Races In Virginia Polls are open for the 2022 midterm elections Tuesday, Nov. 8. The hot topic this midterm election season has been whether Republicans will become the majority in the House of Representatives after losing several seats in the 2018 midterms. If the 435-member House flips to Republican control, that is considered a "referendum" on Joe Biden's first-term problems as president.  Here's a rundown of the key races in Virginia: 2nd Congressional District: Elaine Luria (D) has held the position since being elected in 2018, and is up against Jennifer Kiggans (R), who is a Navy veter…
Pedestrian Struck By Two Cars In Virginia Crash Pronounced Dead, ID'd By Police Pedestrian Struck By Two Cars In Virginia Crash Pronounced Dead, ID'd By Police
Pedestrian Struck By Two Cars In Virginia Crash Pronounced Dead, ID'd By Police Police investigators in Virginia have released new information regarding the pedestrian who went ping-ponging between cars and was killed crossing a busy street in Prince William County. Manassas resident Juan Torres Lizama, 54, was killed in his hometown after being struck by two vehicles on Sudley Road near Stream Walk Lane, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Shortly after 9:45 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 23, officers and investigators with the Crash Investigation Unit responded to the reported crash after Lizama was struck crossing Sudley Road. Police said that Lizama …
Drunk Destroyer: Manassas Park Woman Assaults Police, Trashes Porch Drunk Destroyer: Manassas Park Woman Assaults Police, Trashes Porch
Drunk Destroyer: Manassas Park Woman Assaults Police, Trashes Porch A Manassas Park woman was arrested for assaulting a police officer while destroying someone else's property, officials said.On August 27, at 8:30 p.m., officers arrived at a residence in the 8700 block of Rugby Road, where 25-year-old Iris Matute Moreno was destroying someone else's porch, according to the Prince William County Police Department. The suspect, who allegedly entered the porch uninvited, kicked multiple officers as they tried to detain her, authorities said.  She destroyed multiple items on the victim's porch and the victim, who confronted Matute Moreno before callin…