K-9 helps PW Police nab suspect

Residential Burglaries – On August 19, 2023 at 8:53AM, Prince William County Police officers responded to a residence located in the 12800 block of Marblestone Dr. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a burglary in-progress.

The investigation revealed entry was made into the home through a rear door that was found unsecured. While investigating the incident,  Prince William County Police officers determined the suspect was a juvenile who was reported missing earlier that morning. As officers were checking the area, they observed the suspect and attempted to detain him. The accused initially fled on foot before being detained with assistance from a police K-9.

Further investigation revealed the accused was involved in two additional burglaries earlier that morning at residences located in the 12800 block of Chandon Cross Rd. and in the 5400 block of Quance Ln. Officers located the property reported missing from the burglaries at one of the residences. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as a 17-year-old male juvenile, was arrested.
Charged on August 19: [Juvenile]
A 17-year-old male juvenile of Woodbridge
Charged with 3 counts of burglary, 1 count of obstruction, 1 count of credit card theft, 1 count of destruction of property, 1 count of tampering with a vehicle
Court Date: Pending | Status: Held at the Molinari Juvenile Shelter