Two women found dead early today April 2 at West Gate Apartments in Manassas

Double Homicide Investigation – On April 2, 2024 at 5:12AM, Prince William County Police officers responded to the Westgate Apartments and Townhomes located in the 8100 block of Porters Ridge Ln in Manassas (20109) to investigate a shooting.

The investigation revealed two adult women were found inside the residence by police during a welfare check, both appearing to have been shot. Both victims were pronounced dead on the scene.

Police Lt. Jonathan Perot said “a person of interest who is presumed to be connected to the incident has been detained in Shenandoah County. The parties involved are believed to be known to one another, and the incident does not appear to be random, Lt. Perot added.

No charges have been obtained at this time. Detectives are actively investigating the incident to determine what led up to the shooting and are seeking to speak with anyone who has information to aid in the investigation.

The identities of the two deceased will be released pending notifications of a next-of-kin. More information will be released as it becomes available. The investigation continues.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703-792-6500 or submit a tip online at pwcva.gov/policetip.