Family members charged in death of “vulnerable adult” in Woodbridge

Felony Homicide Investigation – On Nov. 22, 2024 Prince Wiliam County Police Department detectives arrested two individuals in connection to an ongoing investigation involving the criminal neglect of a vulnerable adult which stemmed from a call to the family’s home at the Bayvue Apartments located in the 14100 block of Fisher Ave. in Woodbridge (22191) earlier this year on April 2.

The investigation revealed the victim, a 32-year-old man, was being treated at an area medical center suffering from extreme neglect. Medical personnel had responded to the home where the victim, who was immobile due to cerebral palsy, was found unconscious on the floor appearing severely emaciated and in an unkempt state with open wounds to his body.

The victim’s mother, identified as Katharine Mary THOMPSON, was determined to be the victim’s primary caregiver, and was previously charged with felony neglect at the time of the initial investigation.

On April 15, the victim was declared deceased and transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy where it was later determined the manner of death would be classified as a homicide due to sepsis in the setting of cerebral palsy and neglect.

The victim’s brother, identified as Jonathan Lee THOMPSON, was also found to have resided with the victim and had assisted in his care at times, making him a responsible party.

Following the investigation, both accused family members were arrested. Anyone with information to aid in this investigation is asked to contact the police.

Arrested on November 22:
Katharine Mary THOMPSON, 69, and Jonathan Lee THOMPSON, 31, both of 14131 Fisher Ave, #3, in Woodbridge
Both were charged with felony homicide and abuse & neglect of a vulnerable adult
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable

Identified:
The deceased was identified as Jeremy Hall THOMPSON, 32, of Woodbridge

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.