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Distracted Virginia Nanny Was On Her Phone When 3-Year-Old Ran Off, Died In PA Park: DA Distracted Virginia Nanny Was On Her Phone When 3-Year-Old Ran Off, Died In PA Park: DA
Distracted Virginia Nanny Was On Her Phone When 3-Year-Old Ran Off, Died In PA Park: DA A 28-year-old Virginia woman is facing charges in Chester County, PA in connection with the death of a 3-year-old boy, authorities announced. Imani Lewis was working as the nanny of a 3-year-old, nonverbal boy and called 9-1-1 when he went missing in Tredyffrin Township on Sept. 2, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., the Chester County DA's office said. Officers were dispatched to Wilson Farm Park, Tredyffrin Township, and searched park and a path leading to the stormwater retention pond. When police approached the water’s edge, they found the boy unresponsive in the pond.…
TikToking 12-Year-Old Charged For Making Threats Targeting Unity Braxton Middle School: Police TikToking 12-Year-Old Charged For Making Threats Targeting Unity Braxton Middle School: Police
TikToking 12-Year-Old Charged For Making Threats Targeting Unity Braxton Middle School: Police A 12-year-old TikToker from Prince William County was charged after allegedly making threats toward Unity Braxton Middle School earlier this week, police say. On Monday morning, officers were called to investigate a threat made on social media targeting the school after investigators were tipped off to the girl's activity online.  According to the Prince William County Police Department, the investigation determined the 12-year-old posted threats of potential violence toward the school on TikTok, though it was quickly established that that it was never a valid threat. Following the in…
Tipster Came Forward With 'Info Helpful In Case' Of Missing Manassas Park Mom Mamta Kafle: PD Tipster Came Forward With 'Info Helpful In Case' Of Missing Manassas Park Mom Mamta Kafle: PD
Tipster Came Forward With 'Info Helpful In Case' Of Missing Manassas Park Mom Mamta Kafle: PD Information that was helpful in the search for missing Manassas mother Mamata Kafle has been provided to police, officials said on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators continue to search for evidence regarding the woman's disappearance, and the subsequent cover-up by husband Naresh Bhatt, who is behind bars. Kafle was last seen in Prince William County on July 27, and last heard from the following day during a phone call to a friend.  A welfare check was then conducted at the family's home on Aug. 2, and Naresh Bhatt reported his wife missing three days later on Aug. 5. On Sept. 10, the …
Man Wanted For Abducting 19-Year-Old In PWC Before Returning Her To Family: Police Man Wanted For Abducting 19-Year-Old In PWC Before Returning Her To Family: Police
Man Wanted For Abducting 19-Year-Old In PWC Before Returning Her To Family: Police A man who abducted a 19-year-old woman and drove around with her before returning his victim to her family in Prince William County is at large, police say. Marco Tulio, 21, is the subject of an investigation after a bizarre abduction on Sunday night in Woodbridge. Officers from the Prince William County Police Department were called shortly before 9 p.m. on Sept. 8, where the 19-year-old and a friend were followed by another driver, later determined to be Hernandez, who was described as "an acquaintance."  At one point, the vehicles stopped, Hernandez allegedly got out and forced his…
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…
At-Home Day Care Provider In Virginia Restrained Kids With Tape At County-Licensed Facility: PD At-Home Day Care Provider In Virginia Restrained Kids With Tape At County-Licensed Facility: PD
At-Home Day Care Provider In Virginia Restrained Kids With Tape At County-Licensed Facility: PD An Alexandria woman who ran a county-licensed at-home day care center is facing charges for allegedly abusing at least two children, Fairfax County officials say. Sumy Shah, 47, turned herself in to police this week following an investigation into allegations that on multiple occasions she restrained children using tape at the facility. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, earlier this month, officers were called to the 3600 block of Paul Street in Bailey's Crossroads to investigate a reported assault, and it was determined that Shah allegedly abused the children. An arrest w…
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…
Teens Busted Breaking In, Burglarizing Virginia High School During Summer Break: Police Teens Busted Breaking In, Burglarizing Virginia High School During Summer Break: Police
Teens Busted Breaking In, Burglarizing Virginia High School During Summer Break: Police School wasn't out for summer for a group of teens in Prince William County who are facing charges after breaking into an area high school. Dominic Joses Mastrianni, 18, a 15-year-old, and 16-year-old are all facing charges following the investigation into a reported burglary at Woodbridge High School on Old Bridge Road.  All three are from Woodbridge. According to the Prince William County Police Department, on the night of Tuesday, July 16, video surveillance showed three people inside the school after breaking in through an unsecured window before leaving in a dark-colored sedan. I…
Toddler Nearly ODs, Dad Charged With Child Neglect In VA, Police Say Toddler Nearly ODs, Dad Charged With Child Neglect In VA, Police Say
Toddler Nearly ODs, Dad Charged With Child Neglect In VA, Police Say A 31-year-old Virginia dad has been charged with child neglect after his son lost consciousness due to drug residue on on an object he'd been playing with, police said. Police were called to a Claremont Lane home in Woodbridge around 9:05 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, where Yosely Argueta's 2-year-old son briefly lost consciousness, Prince William County police said. An investigation found the boy had been handling an object containing "illegal drug residue" used earlier in the day by Argueta, said police.  "The investigation is still active, but initial indications are that it was not…
Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer Temporarily Blocks Lanes On I-95 In Stafford County Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer Temporarily Blocks Lanes On I-95 In Stafford County
Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer Temporarily Blocks Lanes On I-95 In Stafford County Traffic was moving slowly in a stretch of the southbound lanes of I-95 in Stafford County early on Wednesday afternoon due to a tractor-trailer crash. The Virginia DOT advised that I-95 at mile marker 145, motorists can expect delays as police investigate a crash that left the truck jackknifed on the side of the road in a tough spot at around 1 p.m. on Aug. 7. Virginia DOT According to the DOT, the south right lane and right shoulder are closed, leaving the center lane and left lane open for travelers to carefully pass through. No details about the crash were provided. Check Daily Voice…
Children Among Family Members Injured During Scuffle In Prince William County, Police Say Children Among Family Members Injured During Scuffle In Prince William County, Police Say
Daniel Boyd Accused Of Injuring Family Members In Dumfries Two children and a 37-year-old woman were injured by a family member during a series of domestic incidents in Prince William County, police say. Daniel Patrick Boyd, 38, is facing charges following the investigation into multiple domestic disputes that were reported in Dumfries over the course of several years. The incidents were reported between February 2020 and November 2023. According to the Prince William County Police Department, Boyd is accused of multiple physical encounters with family members at a home in the 15400 block of Silvan Glen Drive. Investigators say that during the en…
Man Killed By Vehicle Inside Enclosed Construction Site In Virginia, Police Say (DEVELOPING) Man Killed By Vehicle Inside Enclosed Construction Site In Virginia, Police Say (DEVELOPING)
Man Killed By Vehicle Inside Enclosed Construction Site In Virginia, Police Say (Developing) One person was killed by a vehicle in a construction site in Alexandria on Wednesday morning, police say. Shortly after 7:30 a.m. on July 24, officers were called to the 5700 block of Duke Street, where there was a reported injury. Upon arrival, a spokesperson for the Alexandria Police Department says that they found a man inside the enclosed construction site who was fatally struck by the vehicle. The incident is now being investigated by the department's Crash Reconstruction Team. No additional details about the crash were released by police.  More information is expected to be re…
Suspect Vehicle In Manassas Woman's Murder Could Be In Loudoun County, Cops Say Suspect Vehicle In Manassas Woman's Murder Could Be In Loudoun County, Cops Say
Suspect Vehicle In Manassas Woman's Murder Could Be In Loudoun County, Cops Say Police in Manassas are searching for a suspect vehicle in a Manassas killing of an 18-year-old woman. Ashlin Paz, of no fixed address, was shot and killed in a wooded area near Pineview Road and Cregger Lane around 8:25 p.m. Thursday, July 18. The suspect vehicle, a blue Hyundai Elantra with Virginia license plate TVT-8777 was seen leaving the scene, Prince William County police said.  The vehicle is possibly in the Leesburg/Loudoun County area. Detectives are still actively investigating the incident to determine what led up to the shooting and are seeking to speak with anyone w…
Suspected Dealer Caught With Coke, Weed During Seizures In Spotsy, Fredericksburg: Police Suspected Dealer Caught With Coke, Weed During Seizures In Spotsy, Fredericksburg: Police
Suspected Dealer Caught With Coke, Weed During Seizures In Spotsy, Fredericksburg: Police Busts at three locations in Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania counties led to the recovery of drugs, weapons, and landed a suspected dealer behind bars, police say. Tai'eric Lewis, 28, of Fredericksburg, was arrested following a joint investigation by local, state, and federal police into reported drug distribution throughout the region. Last week, police concluded a long-term investigation that led to search and seizure warrants at three properties in the area that led to the discovery of:  Approximately half a kilo of cocaine; $17,000 in cash; Three pounds of marijuana; Stolen gun ou…
Carjacker Suffers 'Serious Injuries' In Officer-Involved Virginia Shooting, Police Say Carjacker Suffers 'Serious Injuries' In Officer-Involved Virginia Shooting, Police Say
Carjacker Suffers 'Serious Injuries' In Officer-Involved Virginia Shooting, Police Say A carjacking suspect in Arlington suffered serious injuries after being struck during an officer-involved shooting on Friday, police say. The Arlington County Police Department says that a Metro Transit officer was involved in a shooting following a series of carjackings in the Roslyn area. Following the shooting, the carjacking suspect was treated and rushed to an area hospital with what were described as serious injuries. According to police, as of 12:15 p.m. on July 5, there were no suspects at large related to the incident, which remains under investigation. This is a developing story…
Police K9, Helicopter Used To Search For Attempted Abduction Suspect In Virginia (DEVELOPING) Police K9, Helicopter Used To Search For Attempted Abduction Suspect In Virginia (DEVELOPING)
Police K9, Helicopter Used To Search For Attempted Abduction Suspect In Virginia (Developing) A police helicopter and K9 unit in Fairfax County were called in late on Wednesday afternoon as the department probed a possible attempted abduction, authorities say. There was a heavy police presence in the area of 10200 Main Street after 5 p.m. on July 3, as investigators looked into reports of an attempted abduction of an adult in the middle of the day. According to the Fairfax City Police Department, the suspect was described as a Black or Hispanic man wearing a white striped shirt.  It is believed that the suspect and victim do not know each other. Shortly before 6 p.m. on Wedne…
Family Member Charged With Child Neglect After Toddler Found Alone Outside In Virginia: Police Family Member Charged With Child Neglect After Toddler Found Alone Outside In Virginia: Police
Elizabeth Carol Powell Charged With Child Neglect In VA A woman who left a toddler unsupervised "for an extended period of time" was charged with felony child neglect following an investigation in Prince William County, police say. Woodbridge resident Elizabeth Carol Powell, 64, was charged following an investigation after a Good Samaritan came to the aid of a 2-year-old boy who was found on Wednesday afternoon and alerted the authorities. According to the Prince William County Police Department, at around 2 p.m. on Jun 26, officers were called to the 11700 block of Chanceford Drive in Woodbridge to investigate reports of the found child. Inves…
New Details Released After Body Found In Alexandria Hospital Parking Lot New Details Released After Body Found In Alexandria Hospital Parking Lot
New Details Released After Body Found In Alexandria Hospital Parking Lot New details have come to light in the discovery of a body in an Alexandria hospital parking lot. Alexandria police said that the incident is believed to be linked to a shooting in the Navy Yard neighborhood of Washington DC, in which 31-year-old Michael Sebastian has been identified as the victim. Officers responded to the unit block of K Street around 2:25 a.m. on Wednesday, June 12, the DC Metro police said. There, they found a crime scene but no evidence of victims. A short time later, MPD was notified of an adult male shooting victim that arrived at a local DC hospital. After all life-…
GOTCHA! Gunman Who Terrorized Robbery Victims In NJ Captured In Alexandria: Authorities GOTCHA! Gunman Who Terrorized Robbery Victims In NJ Captured In Alexandria: Authorities
Gotcha! Gunman Who Terrorized Robbery Victims In NJ Captured In Alexandria: Authorities 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: A 24-year-old fugitive from New Jersey who was wanted for a terrifying armed robbery spree was captured in Alexandria, authorities said. Husem Nasri pistol-whipped an attendant at a Valero station in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, in early February, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. Less 20 minutes later, Nasri pointed a gun at an attendant who locked himself in a Delta station in Clifton, the prosecutor said. Nasri fled empty-handed both times, he said. Nasri finally succeeded when he pointed a gun at two employees at a grocery store in Paterson and threatened to kill them shor…
Arrest Made In Triple Leesburg Shooting, Police Say Arrest Made In Triple Leesburg Shooting, Police Say
Arrest Made In Triple Leesburg Shooting, Police Say A 19-year-old man has been arrested in a shooting that left three people wounded in Loudoun County, authorities said. Sylvanus Massaquoi is believed to have shot the three males on the 800 block of Edwards Ferry Road NE in Leesburg around 7:45 p.m. Thursday, May 30, police said. The victims were taken to area hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Massaquoi, of Sterling, was arrested and charged with aggravated malicious wounding. He was taken to the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center, where he is held on no bond. The investigation is ongoing, and further d…
Overnight Shooting Kills 1 In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING) Overnight Shooting Kills 1 In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING)
Overnight Shooting Kills 1 In Fairfax County (Developing) One person was killed in a shooting overnight in Fairfax County, police said. It happened on the 6000 blk of Argyle Drive in Bailey’s Crossroads around 3:20 a.m., county police said. The man was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead. Preliminary, involved parties appear to be known to each other, police said.
Police Investigation Closes Manassas Street, School Shelters In Place (DEVELOPING) Police Investigation Closes Manassas Street, School Shelters In Place (DEVELOPING)
Police Investigation Closes Manassas Street, School Shelters In Place (Developing) An investigation along a Manassas street prompted a shelter-in-place for a nearby school on Thursday, May 9, authorities said. City police said only that Dean Elementary School was sheltering in place amid an investigation along Dean Park Lane around 2:30 p.m. as a precaution for a nearby investigation. "We have a police drone up and a heavy presence in the area as the investigation continues," police said. "The schools are safe and will resume regular activity with on time dismissal."
Patient At DC Psychiatric Hospital Made Bomb Threats Targeting Maryland Schools: Police Patient At DC Psychiatric Hospital Made Bomb Threats Targeting Maryland Schools: Police
Patient At DC Psychiatric Hospital Made Bomb Threats Targeting Maryland Schools: Police A patient at a psychiatric facility in the DC area has been identified as the person responsible for calling in bomb threats that caused chaos for school officials and police in Montgomery County. On Tuesday, April 23, Maryland State Police received multiple calls for bomb threats targeting Montgomery County Public Schools, leading to a busy day for investigators.  As a result of the calls, Wootton High School was put into a shelter and place and Einstein High School administration evacuated its students while police K9 searched the areas. During the investigation, the Montg…
Bicyclist Pushed Off, Robbed By Group While Riding On W&OD Trail: Leesburg Pd Bicyclist Pushed Off, Robbed By Group While Riding On W&OD Trail: Leesburg Pd
Bicyclist Pushed Off, Robbed By Group While Riding On W&OD Trail: Leesburg Pd Police are investigating the robbery of a bicyclist on the W&OD trail in Leesburg. The victim was riding his bike along the trail near East Market Street around 9:35 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, when he was confronted by five Hispanic males, local police said.  The group pushed the victim off of his bike, assaulted him, and took his belongings, police said. Four of the suspects were dressed in all black, and one was dressed in some white clothing. The victim sustained minor injuries during the incident. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information that coul…
Decomposing Human Remains Found In Southwest DC Woods (DEVELOPING) Decomposing Human Remains Found In Southwest DC Woods (DEVELOPING)
Decomposing Human Remains Found In Southwest DC Woods (Developing) Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department have launched a homicide investigation after human remains were found in a wooded area in Southwest DC.  On Friday, officers were called to the 4300 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SW when a passerby found a decomposing body in the woods, police say.  The remains were taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, where it was determined the person was killed by a gunshot and the death was ruled a homicide. Police have not identified the body. The incident remains under investigation and a $25,000 reward has been offe…
Good Samaritan Frees Victim From Strong-Arm Robber In PWC: Police Good Samaritan Frees Victim From Strong-Arm Robber In PWC: Police
Good Samaritan Frees Victim From Strong-Arm Robber In PWC: Police An 18-year-old man is wanted for tackling and robbing a man then stealing his car over the weekend in Prince William County, police said. Ibrahim Barrie Jr. was among a group who got a ride from the 18-year-old victim, an acquaintance, to a parking lot on the 14200 block of Smoketown Road in Woodbridge around 5:55 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11, county police said. "At one point, [Barrie] and another man from the group chased the victim to the median area of Smoketown Road where he was tackled," police said. "During the encounter, the suspects struck the victim and took his phones, wal…
Teen Accused Of Sexual Assault Inside Virginia High School, Police Say Teen Accused Of Sexual Assault Inside Virginia High School, Police Say
Teen Accused Of Sexual Assault Inside Virginia High School, Police Say A 17-year-old student was taken into police custody after an alleged assault inside a Virginia high school. This week, a teen disclosed to a School Resource Officer from the Fairfax County Police Department that she had been sexually assaulted inside Annandale High School. Investigators say that the teen suspect forcefully assaulted the girl near a stairwell until she was able to get free and flee the area, ending the attack. Detectives interviewed the teen following the assault, and he admitted to the crime, police say, and on Friday, they obtained and served petitions for sexual ass…
Teen Sexually Assaulted Inside Bathroom Of Virginia Grocery Store, Police Say Teen Sexually Assaulted Inside Bathroom Of Virginia Grocery Store, Police Say
Teen Sexually Assaulted Inside Bathroom Of Virginia Grocery Store, Police Say Police in Prince William County are on the lookout for a wanted man who allegedly sexually assaulted a teen boy in the bathroom of grocery store over the weekend. Officers were called to Food Lion on Dillingham Square in Woodbridge to investigate a reported sexual assault involving a 15-year-old who was using the restroom inside the store and was accosted by an unknown man. The incident was reported shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8. Police say that while the teen was inside the bathroom he was approached by a man who inappropriately touched him and made hand gestures before leavin…
Gunman At Large Following Shooting In Virginia Neighborhood: Sheriff (UPDATED) Gunman At Large Following Shooting In Virginia Neighborhood: Sheriff (UPDATED)
Gunman At Large Following Shooting In Virginia Neighborhood: Sheriff (Updated) Hours after a reported shooting in a typically quiet Montgomery County neighborhood, police are still actively investigating a reported shooting in Fredericksburg. Stafford County Sheriff's Office Major Shawn Kimmitz said that at around 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday, a man was shot several times in the 200 block of Streamview Drive in the Rappahannock Landing Subdivision. Incident Alert:Deputies are responding to reports of shots fired in the Rappahannock Landing subdivision. We will update you will more information when it becomes available. pic.twitter.com/82dYU020mR — StaffordCoSheriff (@st…
Virginia Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing Child Years Ago After Victim Comes Forward: Police Virginia Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing Child Years Ago After Victim Comes Forward: Police
Virginia Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing Child Years Ago After Victim Comes Forward: Police A lengthy investigation into the years-long sexual assault of a child led police in Prince William County to arrest a now 21-year-old Woodbridge man, authorities announced on Wednesday. Investigators say that a suspect who abused a child in a Manassas home between May 2018 and May 2020 has been apprehended and charged with aggravated sexual battery. At the time of the alleged abuse, the child was between the ages of 6 and 8, while his abuser was between 15 and 17 years old, according to police. The victim recently reported the incidents, prompting an investigation and arrest of the man, wh…
Sketch Leads Cops To Walking Path Sexual Battery Suspect In Fairfax County Sketch Leads Cops To Walking Path Sexual Battery Suspect In Fairfax County
Sketch Leads Cops To Walking Path Sexual Battery Suspect In Fairfax County A composite sketch is what police say ultimately helped them identify a man sexually assaulting victims, including minors, on Fairfax County walking paths. Ghafari Abdulahad is believed to have grabbed a girl's wrist before groping her chest on the walking path near the 5800 block of Wood Poppy Court in Burke on Sept. 7 around 6:30 p.m., county police said. The victim was able to run away and call the police. A composite sketch of the suspect was completed on Sept. 14, and a large canvass of the area and search for additional leads was launched. Additional leads involving the sus…