Nokesville canine likely saves the day—by deterring would-be home intruders

**INCIDENTS**

Strong-Armed Robbery – On January 1 at 4:25PM, officers responded to investigate an assault which occurred earlier that morning at a hotel located in the 13900 block of Jefferson Davis Hwy in Woodbridge (22191). The investigation revealed that the victim, a 50-year-old man of Woodbridge, was involved in a verbal altercation with the accused, an acquaintance. During the encounter, the accused assaulted the victim then took his wallet. The parties eventually separated and victim returned to his residence where he later contacted police. No injuries were reported. Following the investigation, officers obtained a warrant for the arrest of the accused, identified as Jose Neftaly CANALES-GRANADOS. Attempts to located the accused have been unsuccessful.
Wanted:
Jose Neftaly CANALES-GRANADOS, 24, of no fixed address
Described as a white male, 5’07”, 145lbs, with black hair and brown eyes
Wanted for robbery and assault & battery

Reckless Handling of a Firearm – On January 2 at 10:07AM, officers responded to an office building located in the 14100 block of Minnieville Rd in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate a destruction of property. The caller reported to police that a bullet hole was discovered in an exterior window. The investigation revealed that the incident occurred sometime between 4:00PM on December 29 and 10:00AM on January 2. No injuries or other property damage were reported.

Residential Burglary – On January 2 at 4:45PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 14500 block of Stephen St in Nokesville (20181) to investigate a burglary. The homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred sometime between 12:10PM and 4:00PM. The investigation revealed that entry was made into an attached garage through an unsecured door. A door in the garage leading to the interior of the home was found damaged. It appears a dog inside of the residence may have deterred any further entry into the interior of the home. No property was reported missing.

**END**

Anyone with information regarding the incidents listed in this report is asked to call Prince William County Police Department tipline at 703-792-7000 or submit a webtip to: http://www.pwcgov.org/policetip.