Stolen Vehicle Leads to Pursuit in Stafford County

STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – On April 23, 2026, at approximately 1:46 p.m., the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office received reports of a stolen vehicle in progress on I-95. The suspects were identified as Javada Horn, 33, and Michael Hawkins, 30, of Washington, D.C. Horn and Hawkins were charged with several offenses, including grand larceny of a vehicle and eluding police. Horn and Hawkins were held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.

Information was provided that on April 23, Horn entered the First Auto Gallery on Derrick Lane and then drove off in the stolen vehicle, following a vehicle driven by Hawkins. Camera footage later showed that Horn had entered the dealership on April 18, 2026, and switched out the key fob for the stolen vehicle.

On I-95, multiple units engaged in the pursuit of both vehicles. While driving erratically, the stolen vehicle struck a jersey wall barrier on Route 17. Horn exited the stolen vehicle and fled the scene on foot. Units took Horn into custody after a short foot pursuit.

Deputy Martin observed Hawkins’ vehicle, now driving on the right shoulder of I-95, and began his pursuit. During the pursuit, Hawkins used his vehicle to strike the front right of Deputy Martin’s cruiser.

The pursuit ended when Hawkin’s vehicle crashed and came to a rest on the left shoulder of Route 1. An initial investigation into the vehicle revealed that it had also been stolen from Stafford County.

Horn was charged with grand larceny of a vehicle, conspiring to commit grand larceny of a vehicle, fleeing from law enforcement, destruction of property, driving without a license, and eluding police.

Hawkins was charged with grand larceny of a vehicle, conspiring to commit grand larceny of a vehicle, assault of a police officer, and eluding police.

The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Stafford County community, the Virginia State Police and the Dumfries Police Department for their assistance in this pursuit.

The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with our community, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life by maintaining order, protecting life and property and reducing the fear of crime. Located in Stafford County, Virginia, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office ensures the peace and safety of all citizens by upholding the Constitution of the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

For more information, visit staffordsheriff.com or email sheriffpio@staffordcountyva.gov.