Three charged in connection with Oct. 29 murder in Manassas

The victim of the homicide that occurred on Leighton Pl in Manassas has been identified as Richard WEBSTER, a 21 year-old resident of Manassas.

Manassas City Detectives have arrested three suspects in connection with this case, according to Sarah Mahoney, police department spokesman.

She identified the suspects as Nieko ANDERSON, a 19 year-old resident of Manassas, who has been charged with murder and Sofia MISURACA of Haymarket and John CHILDS II of Manassas, who have been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery. The investigation remains on- going, the police office said.

Arrested: ANDERSON, Nieko Alexander, a 19 year-old resident of Manassas Charge: Murder
Arrested: MISURACA, Sofia, a 20 year-old resident of Haymarket Charge: Conspiracy to commit robbery
Arrested: CHILDS II, John, a 25 year-old resident of Manassas Charge: Conspiracy to commit robbery

Previously Released Update: Homicide Investigation
On October 29, 2019 at approximately 12:30 p.m., officers of the Manassas City Police Department responded to the 10000 block of Leighton Pl for a report of a shooting. On scene, officers located an adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. One suspect is in custody and charges are pending. This incident appears to be isolated and not random. The investigation is on-going.
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Previously Released: On October 29, 2019 at approximately 12:30 p.m., officers responded to the area of Leighton Pl for a report of a shooting. One victim was transported to a local area hospital. One person is being detained for possibly being connected to the incident. At this time, the incident does not appear random. The investigation is on-going. More information will be released as it becomes available.