http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/rss News articles published on staffordsheriff.com using RSS 2.0 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:06:42 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=347 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: January 20, 2012 CITIZEN'S ASSISTANCE REQUESTED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's assistance in helping to identify a subject involved in a suspicious activity in the Amy Clae subdivision in Stafford County. On Friday, January 13, 2012 at approximately 8:00am, a 10 year old female was outside her residence on Nugent Drive in the Amy Clae subdivision when a male subject, sitting in an older, white van, called out to the juvenile stating "come over here, I won't hurt you". The 10 year old did not comply with the subject's request and ran back into the house. While this incident is not an attempted abduction it is, however, suspicious in nature and the Stafford County Sheriff's Office would like the public's assistance in helping identify the subject that the juvenile encountered. A composite drawing has been released of the subject and anyone who has any information as to the identity of the male subject is asked to call the Stafford County Sheriff's office at 540-658-4400. Anytime this type of incident occurs the public is urged to contact the Sheriff's Office immediately. " I applaud the actions of the young lady during this incident," states Sheriff Charles Jett. "Her response of ignoring the subject's request, running back into her house and notifying her parents was exactly what should have been done." The male subject was described as a white male, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and having no facial hair. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:16:16 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=347 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=346 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: January 18, 2012 PHONE SCAM HITS AREA SENIOR CITIZENS Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports a phone scam in the area aimed at swindling senior citizens. Since November, four senior citizens have received a call from an individual claiming to be their grandchild. In each separate incident the caller, pretending to be a grandson or granddaughter, told the senior citizen that they were in trouble in a foreign country and needed money to bail them out of jail. In this scam the senior citizen receives a call where the caller identifies himself/herself as a grandchild in trouble with law enforcement in a foreign country and needs cash sent immediately to be used as bail money. Preying on the senior citizens uncertainty of which grandchild is calling, the caller is able to get the grandchild's name and then pretend to be that person. Asking the grandparent to not call "Mom and Dad" because they want to tell them the bad news themselves, the caller then convinces the citizen to send the money by money order to an address they provide. This phone scam is being seen in other parts of the country as well. In each incident in Stafford, the senior citizen receiving the bogus call has refused the request for money and contacted the Sheriff's Office. This is not the first time that Stafford County citizens have reported this scam. It was first reported in Stafford County in July and September of 2009. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office recommends that if citizens receive a call such as this to not send any money until they verify with other family members the authenticity of the call and the caller. Families can also develop a code word that easily identifies a family member should there be any question as to the identity of a family member who is calling. Anyone who receives this type of call may also call the Sheriff's Office at 540- 658-4450. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:38:11 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=346 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=345 MAN CHARGED WITH THEFTS FROM CHURCHES Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of Bryan Christopher Stevens, age 24, of no fixed address. Bryan Stevens has been charged with 3 Counts of Breaking and Entering, 3 Counts of Grand Larceny, 1 Count of Obstructions of Justice, 1 Count of Unlawful Entry and 1 Count of Theft of Services. The charges relate to the recent thefts from three Stafford County churches since January 1, 2012. Detective Tim Martin, armed with several citizen tips and investigative leads, was able to identify Bryan Stevens as a suspect in the cases involving the recent breaking and entering cases at three churches. On Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at approximately 3:30 pm Detective Martin was able to determine where Stevens was staying and went to the site off of Harris Lane in Stafford County. Stevens was staying in a shed on the property of a vacant residence. When Detective Martin went to the site he observed evidence associated with the thefts on the property where Stevens was staying. Detective Martin called for backup from additional Stafford detectives who responded to the scene. Detectives located Stevens near the shed where he was confronted and asked about the thefts. Stevens ran from detectives but was quickly taken into custody after a short foot pursuit, without further incident. Evidence located at the scene has linked Bryan Stevens to the thefts from Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Ramouth Baptist Church and North Stafford Church of Christ. On Thursday, January 12, 2012 Stafford detectives, assisted by members of the Prince William County Police Department, executed a search warrant at a residence in the Dumfries area of Prince William County. Detective Martin's investigation indicated that items stolen from the incidents related to Bryan Stevens would be located in the on the property of that residence. As a result of the search warrant, evidence was recovered at the residence that is directly related to the church thefts in Stafford County. Other property was also recovered that was linked to other thefts in Stafford County. This investigation is ongoing. . "Thanks to the tips from concerned citizens and the dedicated work of the detectives involved in this case, the individual involved in these crimes has been arrested," States Sheriff Charles Jett. "I appreciate the assistance from the media in helping us get the word out about these crimes. It made a difference." The Stafford County Sheriff's Office would like to gratefully acknowledge the assistance of the Prince William County Police Department. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:32:15 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=345 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=344 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: January 10, 2012 CITIZEN'S ASSISTANCE REQUESTED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's assistance in helping to identify the individual or individuals responsible for the recent break-ins at three Stafford County Churches. The most recent breaking and entering occurred at Ebenezer United Methodist Church located at 161 Embrey Mill Road in Stafford sometime between 2:00 am and 7:30 am Tuesday, January 10, 2012. Deputies first responded the North Stafford Church of Christ, located on Shelton Shop Road on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 for a report of a breaking and entering. The unknown suspect or suspects are believed to have entered the church through and unsecured door. Items stolen include a flat screen television, a monitor and an undisclosed amount of cash. The thefts are believed to have occurred sometime between January 1-3. Deputies responded to the second incident at Ramoth Baptist Church, located on Ramoth Church Road, on Tuesday, January 4, 2012. The unknown suspect or suspects are believed to have forced open a window to gain entrance to the church. Items stolen during this incident include 4 flat screen televisions, four computers and a camera. These thefts are believed to have occurred sometime between the evening hours of January 3 and the early morning hours of January 4. Ebenezer United Methodist Church was broken into sometime between the hours of 2:00 am – 7:30 am this morning, Tuesday, January 10, 2012. The unknown suspect or suspects broke a window and an interior door to gain entrance into the church and then stole a safe that contained an undisclosed amount of gift cards. "We are aggressively investigating these incidents," states Sheriff Charles Jett. "I am asking that if any citizen has any information that may help to identify the individual or individuals responsible for these senseless acts to contact the Sheriff's Office immediately." Citizens may call the Sheriff's Office at 540-568-4400, Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 or text to "Stafford" plus your tip to CRIMES (274637). Crime Solvers asks and encourages anyone with information in this case or any other crimes, to please call the Stafford County Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 or Toll Free 1-866-493-1083. Remember that you do not have to give your name, just your information. If your information leads to an arrest or indictment, you could receive up to a $1,000.00 reward. The above News Release can also be viewed by visiting the Stafford Sheriff's Office website www.staffordsheriff.com Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:52:04 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=344 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=343 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: January 9, 2012 MAN CHARGED WITH CONTRIBUTING Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of Brent Mitchell Taylor, age 46, of 326 Wood Landing Road, Fredericksburg, Va. Brent Taylor has been charged with 1 Count of Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. Taylor was arrested and released on a summons. The charge is a Class 1 Misdemeanor. On January 7 at approximately 2:41 am deputies located a 17 year old male juvenile walking north on Warrenton Road. The juvenile told deputies that he had accidently locked himself out of his motel room and could not get back in and was walking around. The male juvenile told deputies that the man who had rented the room had gone and would be returning later. Preliminary investigation indicates that the man charged in this case, Brent Taylor, picked up the teen in Fairfax, without parental permission, and brought the juvenile to the Motel 6 on Warrenton Road. Deputies were waiting at the Motel 6 later in the morning when Taylor returned. Brent Taylor was charged with Contributing due to his inappropriate personal contact with the 17 year old male juvenile. Taylor made initial contact with the 17 year old male juvenile on the internet. This investigation is ongoing. No additional information is being released at this time. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:49:05 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=343 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=342 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: December 22, 2011 FUGITIVE ARRESTED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of Jonathan James Bagwell, age 51, of no fixed address. Bagwell was arrested in a hotel near the North East Philadelphia Airport this morning by members of the United States Marshal Service Richmond/Philadelphia Fugitive Task Force. Jonathan Bagwell had been wanted in Stafford County on two warrants for Failure to Appear and Revocation of Sentencing. Jonathan Bagwell came to the attention of the Stafford County Sheriff's Office in 2008 when he allegedly defrauded a Stafford citizen. Bagwell convinced the citizen to invest in his fictitious cleaning company. Bagwell then used the citizen's name to purchase a lease on a building and buy other items, using the citizen's name, all without the citizen's permission. Stafford authorities charged Bagwell with charges to include Making False Statements to Obtain Credit and Obtaining Money/Property Under False Pretenses. Bagwell plead guilty to the charges but asked the court to allow him to stay out on bail pending his sentencing hearing due to a variety of illnesses. Bagwell was granted his request to stay out on bail. Bagwell's claims of being ill were not true. Jonathan Bagwell failed to appear at his sentencing hearing and was declared a fugitive. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office requested assistance from the United States Marshal Service in locating Bagwell. He was located this morning at the Four Points Hotel near the Philadelphia Airport and was taken into custody without incident. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office would like to thank the United States Marshal Service for their assistance with this case. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:18:16 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=342 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=341 FOUND Jonathan James Bagwell Black Male, 6'02, 270 lbs., Black Hair, Brown Eyes Date of Birth: 12/5/1960 Stafford County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating the known whereabouts of Jonathan James Bagwell. Jonathan James Bagwell is Wanted in Stafford County on two Circuit Court Capias issued from the Circuit Court for Failure to Appear and Revocation of Sentencing. Jonathan James Bagwell has numerous ties to the Norfolk Virginia area, and also in the State of Connecticut, where he has friends and family members residing. Jonathan Bagwell may be passing himself off as a business man, representing his company name as Mitchell Chandler & Associates. He's known to start businesses under the pretext of providing residential Maid Services and also property management services. Jonathan Bagwell has been known to use different alias and false names to avoid capture. He is possibly driving a 2009 Jeep Cherokee, Dark Blue in color, displaying Connecticut registration: 324-XTG. Anyone who can provide any information as to whereabouts of this individual, or has any information concerning Jonathan Bagwell is asked to call Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020, or call Detective D.K. Wood, at the Stafford County Sheriff's Office at 540-658-4727. Do not approach this individual. If you see him in public or know where he is, please contact your local law enforcement agency immediately, or contact the Stafford County Sheriff's Office at 540-658-4400. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:14:22 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=341 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=340 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: December 8, 2011 ROADS CLOSED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports that River Road and Kellogg Mill Road at Abel Lake in Stafford County are closed due to high water. Motorists are urged to use caution while driving in the area due to the large amount of rain Stafford County experienced last night. Harrell Road has been opened. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:33:32 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=340 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=339 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: December 8, 2011 ROADS CLOSED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports that Harrell Road, River Road and Kellogg Mill Road at Abel Lake in Stafford County are closed due to high water. Motorists are urged to use caution while driving in the area due to the large amount of rain Stafford County experienced last night. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:14:59 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=339 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=338 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: December 6, 2011 ATTEMPTED SEXUAL ASSAULT 11/27/11 1ST REPORTED ON THE STAFFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE MEDIA LINE ON 11/28/11 INCIDENT REVIEW Victim: 22 year old female Incident occurred in the wooded area near Shasta Place in Stafford. On 11/27/11 Stafford deputies responded to the Fredericksburg Police Department and spoke to the victim of the attempted sexual assault. The assault occurred in Stafford but a friend of the victim had dropped her off at the FPD on the friend's way to work. The victim told deputies that she and another friend had been at the Porter Library, in Stafford County, when she started receiving phone calls on her cell phone from a blocked number. The caller asked if he could meet with her. The victim did not know the caller and said no. Moments later, the friend was picked up so the victim walked to another friend's house on Shasta Place. Once at the residence, the victim walked outside to use her cell phone and was approached by a male subject, who the victim said, had a gun. The male subject told the victim to walk into the wooded area near by where he started punching the victim and tried to sexually assault her. The victim was able to kick her attacker off of her. The suspect then punched the victim again and tried to choke her. The suspect's phone rang and the suspect answered the phone and then ran from the scene. The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6'0 – 6'2, in his thirties with short, tight hair twists and thick bushy eyebrows. The suspect also has scaring along the cheek area (possible acne scars) with facial hair on the chin. Crime Solvers asks and encourages anyone with information in this case or any other crimes, to please call the Stafford County Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 or Toll Free 1-866-493-1083. Remember that you do not have to give your name, just your information. If your information leads to an arrest or indictment, you could receive up to a $1,000.00 reward. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:02:38 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=338 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=337 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 28, 2011 BODY OF MISSING MAN LOCATED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports that the body of missing Stafford County resident, Devon During, age 24 of Hampton Oaks in Stafford County has been located in the wooded area off of Rocky Way Drive in north Stafford. On Wednesday night, November 23 at approximately 11:50 PM deputies responded to the area of Whitson Ridge Drive and Eustace Road in reference to a missing person. Once on scene deputies came in contact with Mr. During's family members who notified deputies that Devon During had been missing since Friday, November 18. The family had been in the area looking for Devon. Devon During had been last seen on November 18 at 11:00 PM by friends. Devon During was being driven to a friend's house when he asked to leave the car and walk to the friend's residence. He exited the car in the area of Eustace Road and Matthew Court and was last seen walking in a southerly direction. Once the investigation began and deputies were able to locate the individuals who were last with Mr. During, the Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Team was deployed in the area of Eustace Road and Northampton Blvd. to initiate a search for Devon. Members of the Search and Rescue Team worked through the weekend searching for Mr. During. Yesterday, Sunday, November 27 at approximately 1:30 PM the body of Devon During was located in the wooded area off of Rocky Way Drive. Preliminary investigation indicates that Devon During did not die as a result of foul play. Mr. During's body has been taken to the Chief Medical Examiner's Office in Richmond where an autopsy will be done to determine the cause of death. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Devon During," states Sheriff Charles Jett. "I know that this has been a very trying and difficult time for all of them." Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:12:11 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=337 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=335 Stafford, VA Missing Person Devon During was last seen at approximately 11:30 pm on the night of November 18th. He was last seen walking in the area of Eustace Road and Matthew Court. Mr. During was last seen wearing black pants, a white shirt and a red and black North Face jacket. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Devon During is asked to contact the Stafford County Sheriff's Office at 540.658.4400 or Detective 1st Sergeant Eric Quinn at 540.658.4965. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:46:48 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=335 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=334 Endangered Runaway OLIVIA STARK returned safely. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:01:33 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=334 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=333 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 22, 2011 3-D PROGRAM KICKS OFF IN STAFFORD COUNTY Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office announces the kickoff of the Drugged and Drunk Driving month. The 3-D Program is an effort by the Sheriff's Office to identify, and take off the roads, those individuals who are driving in an impaired state, whether it is from alcohol or drugs. The 3-D Program will run during the holiday season starting Thanksgiving and go through the New Year's weekend. The Sheriff's Office will be setting up checkpoints on various roads in Stafford County looking for individuals who are driving in an impaired state. "The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is committed to helping ensure that citizens have a safe and happy holiday season," states Sheriff Charles Jett. "Drunk or drugged drivers not only impact their own well being but are also a very real danger to innocent, law abiding citizens. We want to stop these drunk or drugged drivers before they harm themselves or others." The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reminds citizens that if they see a suspected drunk/drugged driver to call 911. The Emergency Communication Officer will relay your information to deputies in the area. Important Facts: 1. One person is killed every 30 minutes due to drunk driving. 2. 1 in 10 drivers after midnight is driving impaired. 1 in every three drivers is impaired after 2:00 am. 3. A first time drunk driving offender, on average, has driven drunk 87 times prior to being arrested. 4. In 2010 Stafford Deputies charged 520 individuals for driving under the influence with 75 of those charges coming from the 3-D checkpoints. 5. In 2010 Stafford County had 99 alcohol related motor vehicle accidents. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:35:31 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=333 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=332 http://www.ncmec.org/missingkids/servlet/PubCaseSearchServlet?act=viewPoster&caseNum=1183949&orgPrefix=NCMC&searchLang=en_US Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:58:24 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=332 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=331 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 4, 2011 The Stafford County Sheriff's Office once again entered the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police Law Enforcement Challenge. This challenge awards law enforcement agencies for excellence in overall traffic safety enforcement, community education and low traffic fatality and accident rates. This year the Stafford County Sheriff's Office placed first in the division with Sheriff's Agencies with sworn members from 126 – 300 deputies. The state first place award was sent on to the national competition with the International Association of Chiefs of Police. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office placed first in the nation, in its category, in IACP Law Enforcement Challenge. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:29:53 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=331 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=330 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 4, 2011 The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is being recognized by the International Association of Chiefs of Police for excellence in two areas. The Stafford Sheriff's Office has been presented a trophy as a finalist in the international Webber Seavey Award. Law enforcement agencies worldwide compete for this award which recognizes agencies for promoting a standard of excellence that exemplifies law enforcement's contribution and dedication to the quality of life in a community. The Stafford Sheriff's Office was in competition with agencies such as the Toronto Police Department, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the Vancouver Police Department. The Sheriff's Office was also recognized as a semi-finalist in the international award – Community Policing. This award identifies and rewards best practices in community policing by recognizing police organizations that use the power of collaboration to make local, national, and global communities safer from crime and terrorism. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:27:13 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=330 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=329 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 3, 2011 TWO CHARGED WITH HOME BURGLARIES Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of one man in connection with numerous home burglaries in the North Stafford area. One additional man has also been charged with one of the burglaries. William Kirschbaum, age 19, of no fixed address, has been charged with 4 Counts of Breaking and Entering, 4 Counts of Grand Larceny, 4 Counts of Larceny With Intent To Sell Stolen Property and 3 Counts of Obtaining Money by False Pretenses. The second individual charged in this case is Harold Hare Jr., age 26, of 322 Cannon Circle, Fredericksburg. Hare has been charged with 1 Count of Breaking and Entering, 1 Count of Grand Larceny, 1 Count of Obtaining Money by False Pretenses and 1 Count of Conspiracy with Intent to Sell Stolen Property. Both men are currently incarcerated at the Rappahannock Regional Jail. William Kirschbaum came to the attention of Stafford County Detectives during a joint investigation with the Fauquier County Sheriff's Office dealing with numerous home burglaries on Tacketts Mill Road, Beaver Lodge Road and Popular Road in the Rock Hill section of Stafford County as well as residences off of Garrisonville Road specifically Chadwick Drive and Newbury Drive. During these burglaries large amounts of items were taken from the residences to include jewelry and firearms. Kirschbaum was actually arrested on October 21 while under surveillance by Stafford Detectives. Kirschbaum is also facing multiple charges in Fauquier County. Kirschbaum was arrested while in possession of over $39,000.00 worth of items stolen from a residence on Chadwick Court. That theft occurred just prior to the Stafford Detectives initiating their surveillance of Kirschbaum. Harold Hare was arrested last night, November 2 in Fredericksburg with the assistance of members of the Fredericksburg Police Department. A search warrant was executed at 322 Cannon Circle. Evidence collected at the scene, to include firearms, implicated Hare in at least 1 home burglary in Stafford County. The investigation by Stafford Detectives had turned up information linking Hare to Kirschbaum and the burglary. "Due to the complexity of this case and the very real danger that many of the firearms stolen from several of the residences in Stafford and Fauquier would be spread out among other individuals it was imperative that this investigation be a regional effort. It was equally important that the participating agencies carefully investigate every aspect of this case" states Sheriff Charles Jett. "This investigation is ongoing and we anticipate additional charges being placed against the two men already in jail as well as the possibility of other individuals being charged." Thu, 03 Nov 2011 19:13:56 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=329 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=328 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 1, 2011 CITIZEN'S ASSISTANCE REQUESTED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's assistance in helping identify the suspect involved in the attempted abduction that occurred in the Garrison Woods Apartment Complex on October 25. The Sheriff's Office is releasing a composite drawing of the suspect in this incident. The suspect is described as a light skinned (possible Hispanic) male, thin but muscular with short black hair that was spiked in the front. No facial hair was noted and the suspect spoke with a faint accent. Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information concerning the suspect is asked to contact the Stafford County Sheriff's Office at 540-658-4400 or call Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020. The Sheriff's Office continues to actively investigate this incident. Crime Solvers asks and encourages anyone with information in this case or any other crimes, to please call the Stafford County Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 or Toll Free 1-866-493-1083. Remember that you do not have to give your name, just your information. If your information leads to an arrest or indictment, you could receive up to a $1,000.00 reward. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:26:05 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=328 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=327 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: October 28, 2011 ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION REPORTED Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is reporting a possible abduction attempt at the Garrison Woods Apartment Complex in Stafford County. On October 25, 2011 at approximately 7:30 in the evening an unknown male attempted to abduct a 17 year old female while she was walking between apartments. The female victim reported that she was walking from one apartment to another when an unknown male, driving a beige colored car, followed her. The male stopped the car and told the female to "get in the car." The victim refused and the male then said that if she did not get in the car he would get out and make her get in. The victim ran and the male suspect drove off saying that he would return to get her. Due to the fear the victim was experiencing as a result of this incident the information was not shared with Stafford Authorities until today. The information was given to the victim's School Resource Officer at school today. The vehicle is described as a long, 4-door sedan, beige inside and out, with stock silver wheels and squeaky brakes. The suspect is described as a light skinned (possible Hispanic) male, thin but muscular with short black hair that was spiked in the front. No facial hair was noted and the suspect spoke with a faint accent. The Stafford Sheriff's Office is actively investigating this incident and increased patrols have been initiated in the area of Garrison Woods. Due to recent events in Spotsylvania County the Stafford Sheriff's Office had already increased patrols in neighborhoods across the county. These increased patrols will continue. Anyone with information about this suspect is asked to contact the Stafford County Sheriff's Office at 540-658-4400, call Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 or Text a Tip by typing 274637 (CRIMES), hit ok and text Stafford and the message. Crime Solvers asks and encourages anyone with information in this case or any other crimes, to please call the Stafford County Crime Solvers at 540-659-2020 or Toll Free 1-866-493-1083. Remember that you do not have to give your name, just your information. If your information leads to an arrest or indictment, you could receive up to a $1,000.00 reward. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:07:58 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=327 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=326 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: October 27, 2011 VDOT RELEASE FLASHING SIGNAL INSTALLED ON ROUTE 1 Signal will activate and flash during periods of congestion near Stafford High School at left turn lane onto Enon Road FREDERICKSBURG—Next week, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will activate a flashing traffic signal on Route 1 near Stafford High School to alert motorists to the presence of stopped traffic around school arrival and dismissal times. The flashing signal is located south of the intersection of Enon Road (Route 627) and Route 1. The signal will face motorists traveling in the northbound lanes of Route 1. Sensors have been embedded in the pavement of the northbound, left travel lane of Route 1, immediately north of the flashing signal. The signal will activate and flash only when vehicles are stopped on this sensor. The signal will become operational the week of Monday, Oct. 31. Currently, stopped vehicles waiting to turn left onto Enon Road from northbound Route 1 create a short period of congestion on weekday mornings, between approximately 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. The entrance to Stafford High School is located approximately a quarter-mile west of the Route 1 intersection on Enon Road. While VDOT has adjusted the traffic signal timing at Enon Road and Route 1 to allow as many northbound vehicles to turn left as possible during the school arrival period, a line of waiting vehicles exists most weekday mornings in the northbound left lane. Northbound Route 1 in this location includes a series of hills. The flashing signal was placed at the crest of this series of hills before the Enon Road and Route 1 intersection, where it is visible to motorists approaching from a distance. This flashing signal will warn motorists that there is stopped traffic they cannot see beyond the crests of these hills. A sign has been installed to accompany the signal, warning northbound motorists of "Stopped Traffic Ahead When Flashing." The signal was installed using $60,000 in state funds. Real-time listings of highway work zones and road conditions in Virginia are available on VDOT's 24-hour traffic and travel information website, www.511Virginia.org. Motorists can also access 511Virginia by calling 511 from any telephone in Virginia. (END) Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:13:34 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=326 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=325 Stafford County Sheriff's Office NEWS RELEASE DATE: October 26, 2011 SHERIFF'S OFFICE STEPS UP HALLOWEEN SECURITY Stafford, Va. The Stafford County Sheriff's Office will have additional deputies patrolling the neighborhoods of Stafford County during the entire Halloween evening of Monday, October 31 to make sure that trick-or-treaters have a good trick-or-treat evening and stay out of harm's way. This year the Sheriff's Office will be x-raying candy/treats on Monday, October 31 at the Sheriff's Office, which is located in the Public Safety Center at 1225 Courthouse Road, from 5:00pm – 9:00pm. Please note that the x-raying process can detect the presence of pins, needles or other metallic objects but not the presence of poison/substances, wood or other non-metallic objects. "We will have a visible presence in our community on Halloween," states Sheriff Charles Jett. "This is a fun and exciting time of the year for our younger citizens and we want to ensure they have an enjoyable, but safe, evening." The Sheriff's Office offers additional Halloween safety tips for children: • Bring treats home before eating them so parents can inspect them. • Have your name and address attached to your costume. • Wear identification bracelets. • Use flashlights. • Walk through your neighborhood with others and do not stray from your group. • Stay in your own neighborhood and trick-or-treat only at homes that have porch lights on. • Never take shortcuts through back yards, alleys or parks. • Never enter a home of a stranger or accept rides from strangers. • Try to wear costumes made of white or light colored materials. If your costume is dark attach reflector tape on the costume to increase night time visibility. • Young children should always be accompanied by an adult. • Look in all directions before crossing a street and obey all traffic signals. Cross streets at the corner. • Carry trick-or-treat bags that have strong straps or handles. This allows you to carry the bag with one hand leaving the other hand free. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:05:17 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=325 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=324 On Sunday October 16, 2011 at approximately 10:00pm there was a report of a ROBBERY of a person in the area of Eustace Road and Whitson Ridge Drive in North Stafford. The victim advised he was walking to WaWA Located at 15 Eustace Road when 2 black males approached him demanding money. The victim told the suspects he did not have any money; then the suspects began to punch him. The victim fell to the ground; the suspects took his wallet and fled on foot toward Northhampton Blvd. The suspects are described as: - Male (approximately 5'10-6'0", 150-170lb) - Wearing Dark Clothing If you have any information regarding this incident please contact our office. If you have any information, you may contact us in a variety of ways: - Detective Tom Leonard 540-658-4458 - Anonymous Phone tip 540-659-2020 - Anonymous Text-A-Tip (Text to CRIMES 274637, keyword STAFFORD and your message) - Anonymous Web-Tip (www.staffordcrimesolvers.com) - Call Stafford Sheriff's Office non-emergency number 540-658-4400 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:42:35 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=324 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=323 Between the hours of 8:00 am on Wednesday, October 5 and 7:00PM on Sunday, October 9, 2011, several RESIDENTIAL BURGLARYS occurred in the area of Beaver Lodge Road between the 600 and 800 Block of Tacketts Mill Road. Unknown subject(s) made entry into residence and took various firearms, jewelry and computer equipment. There was a gold or silver colored Honda 4 door early 90's model seen in the area between these times. Possible suspect is a white male, early to mid 20's, 6'0, thin build, blond hair and goatee. If you have any information regarding this incident please contact our office. If you have any information, you may contact us in a variety of ways: Detective Barry Surles 540-658-4927 Anonymous Phone tip 540-659-2020 Anonymous Text-A-Tip (Text to CRIMES 274637, keyword STAFFORD and your message) Anonymous Web-Tip (www.staffordcrimesolvers.com) Call Stafford Sheriff's Office non-emergency number 540-658-4400 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:47:02 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=323 http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=322 PORTION OF ROCKHILL CHURCH RD OPENED Stafford, Va . Rockhill Church Road is now open between Freya Lane and Van Horn Lane. It was closed due to a single vehicle accident involving a propane truck. No propane was detected leaking from the truck Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:40:51 GMT http://www.staffordsheriff.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=322