Police classify Feb. 2 shooting as “murder for hire,” one suspect arrested, another suspect sought

UPDATE #2
 
Murder Investigation *ARREST | SUSPECT WANTED – During the ongoing investigation into the murder of a 23-year-old woman killed in a shooting that occurred in the area of Bronson Ct. and Brickwood Dr. in Woodbridge (22193) on February 2, detectives have arrested one man and obtained an arrest warrant for another man involved in the encounter. The victim was found fatally shot while inside her vehicle when officers arrived on the scene around 2:07AM.

The investigation revealed a murder-for-hire was arranged to kill the victim. Detectives further learned the suspect currently in custody, identified as Drew Courtney BUCHANAN, carried out the act in murdering the victim. On October 15, BUCHANAN, was located in the Manassas area and arrested without incident. An additional suspect, identified as Denzel Scott WADE, was determined to have been present with BUCHANAN at the time of shooting and is currently being sought by police on an active arrest warrant. Additional charges against other involved parties are pending in this investigation. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the wanted suspect or who can otherwise aid in the investigation is asked to contact the police. More information will be released when available. The investigation continues.

Arrested in October 15, 2024
Drew Courtney BUCHANAN, 27, of 15701 Tassleford Ln, #303, in Woodbridge
Charged with 2nd degree murder, shooting into an occupied vehicle, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond

Wanted:
Denzel Scott WADE, 30, of the 2900 block of Penbury Ct in Woodbridge
Described as a black male, 5’11”, 170lbs with black hair and brown eyes
Wanted for conspiracy to commit a felony

Identified:
The deceased was identified as Egypt Zapporah CARTER, 23, of Burlington, NC

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.

Homicide Investigation *VICTIM IDENTIFIED [Previously Released] – Following the notification of a next-of-kin, police are announcing the identity of the victim killed in the shooting that occurred in the area of Bronson Ct. and Brickwood Dr. in Woodbridge (22193) around 2:00AM on February 2. The victim, identified as Egypt Zapporah CARTER, of Burlington, NC, was fatally shot on Brickwood Dr. while inside her vehicle. Detectives are continuing to actively investigate the incident to determine what led up to the shooting and are seeking to speak with anyone who has information regarding this incident.

Homicide Investigation [Previously Released] – On February 2 at 2:07AM, officers responded to the area of Bronson Ct. and Brickwood Dr. in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate a shooting. Upon arriving in the area, officers located a 23-year-old woman inside of a vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds. Fire and rescue responded and pronounced the victim dead on the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed the woman was sitting in her vehicle when she was fatally struck by gunfire. Officers located a small mixed-breed dog inside the vehicle that was unharmed and turned over to Animal Control Officers. No additional injuries or property damage were reported. Further information regarding the identity of the deceased will be released pending notification of a next-of-kin. Detectives are actively investigating the incident to determine what led up to the shooting. More information will be released when available. Detectives are requesting anyone with information regarding this investigation to contact police at 703-792-6500 or submit a tip online at pwcva.gov/policetip. The investigation continues.