On July 18, 2023, after consultation with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, Prince William County Police Department crash investigators charged the driver of the 2011 Honda Odyssey involved in the fatal collision that occurred at the intersection of Somerset Crossing Dr. and Forkland Way in Gainesville (20155) on July 14, 2023.

Driver accused of driving directly towards the officer at a high rate of speed. Responding officers broadcast a BOLO (be on the lookout) for the vehicle. Around 10:54PM, an officer eventually located the vehicle on Oust Ln where contact was attempted with the sole occupant in the driver’s seat. Upon making contact, the driver, later identified as the accused, sped away, make a U-turn, and began driving directly towards the officer at a high rate of speed. In response, the officer fired the department issued handgun at least once towards the vehicle before being forcibly struck. Immediately after striking the officer, the accused lost control and struck a parked vehicle causing the vehicle to roll onto its side where the accused then fled on foot.

Prince William County Police report recent incidents and arrests, several involving firearms, May 25-May 28, 2023.

Criminal Justice Services Board awarded $2.4 million for statewide Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) to educate first responders and civilians on responding to active shooter emergencies.

At the Prince William County Adult Detention Center, Governor Youngkin maintained his promise to donate his gubernatorial salary to organizations that strengthen Virginia communities.

Prince William Police investigate armed robbery, computer theft and indecent exposure.

While investigating the incident, Prince William County and Manassas City police detectives began coordinating their investigations and determined the same phone number was used to call both schools. Further investigation revealed the suspect was a former student who was taken into custody by Richmond City police on February 15. The student, identified as a 15-year-old male juvenile, will remain in the Richmond area until transferred to Prince William County.

On Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 at 10:07AM, Prince William County Police officers responded to the Truist Bank located at 16541 River Ridge Blvd in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a robbery.