Motorist charged with involuntary manslaughter in Mapledale Dr. fatality Oct. 17

Fatal Crash Investigation *ARREST – On Nov. 13, 2024 crash investigators with the Prince William County Police Department obtained an arrest warrant against the driver involved in the fatal pedestrian crash that occurred in the area of Mapledale Dr. near Miles Ct. in Woodbridge (22193) on Oct. 17. The investigation determined the accused was traveling more than 20 miles per hour (MPH) over the posted speed limit of 25MPH in a residential zone at the time of the collision. A 57-year-old woman who was walking in the area at the time was struck and killed. Following the investigation, the driver, identified as Neil Jostin STAGNARAO RIEGA, turned himself into police on November 15.
Arrested on November 15:
Neil Jostin STAGNARAO RIEGA, 30, of 13819 Meadowbrook Rd in Woodbridge
Charged with involuntary manslaughter
Court Date: Pending | Bond: $4,000 secured

Identified:
The deceased pedestrian was identified as Maria Isabel CARDOZO, 57, of Woodbridge

Fatal Crash Investigation [Previously Released] – On October 17 at 6:37AM, officers responded to the area of Mapledale Dr. near Miles Ct. in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate a crash involving a pedestrian. The investigation revealed the driver of a 2020 Nissan Versa was traveling southbound on Mapledale Dr. approaching the intersection with Miles Ct. when the vehicle left the roadway and drove onto the sidewalk striking a pedestrian who was walking her dog. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the striking vehicle remained at the scene and was uninjured.  The dog was later located near the pedestrian’s residence and was not injured. Investigators determined that alcohol and drugs are not factors for the driver. Charges are pending as the investigation continues.