PW Police identify suspect in Aug. 9 Woodbridge service station robbery

**UPDATES**

Armed Robbery *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED – On August 30th, detectives from the Robbery Unit were able to identify one of the two suspects involved in the armed robbery which was reported to have occurred at the Sunoco Service Station located at 1260 Annapolis Way in Woodbridge on August 9th. Following the investigation, detectives obtained warrants against the suspect, identified as the accused, Edward RUSSELL.  The investigation still continues into the identity of the second suspect and the arrest of Edward RUSSELL.
Wanted: [No photo available]
Edward George RUSSELL, 23, of 10702 Castleton St in Upper Marlboro, MD
Described as a black male, 6’1”, 140lbs with a thin build
Wanted for robbery and the use of a firearm in commission of a felony

Armed Robbery [Previously Released] – On August 9th at 7:12PM, police responded to the Sunoco Service Station located at 1260 Annapolis Way in Woodbridge (22191) for a robbery. Employees reported to police that two unknown men entered the business. One of the men approached the counter to make a purchase. When the employee opened to the cash drawer, the suspect displayed a handgun and removed the drawer. Both men then fled the store to awaiting vehicle being driven by a third unknown person. No injuries were reported.

**INCIDENTS**

Residential Burglary – On September 1st at 10:02PM, police responded to the 14200 block of Birchdale Ave in Woodbridge (22193) for a burglary. The homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 9:00AM on August 27th and 9:20PM on September 1st. There were no signs of forced entry into the home. A gaming console with related games and other DVD’s, total value around $980, were reported missing.

Attempted Residential Burglary – On August 30th at 11:06PM, police responded to the 8000 block of Lantern Ct in Manassas (20109) for an attempted burglary. The homeowner reported to police that between 12:00PM on August 25th and 10:15PM on August 30th, an unknown person(s) attempted to enter the residence through the front door which was found damaged. No entry was made into the home and no property was reported missing.

**ARRESTS**

Armed Robbery | Attempted Malicious Wounding – On September 1st at 7:25PM, police responded to the 15200 block of Bannon Way in Woodbridge (22193) for a robbery. The victims, a 37 year old man and a 15 year old male – both of Woodbridge, reported to police that they had made arrangements to meet an unknown man in the area above to buy a phone. Once there, the suspect got into the backseat of the victim’s vehicle. During the encounter, the suspect displayed a handgun and demanded money. A physical altercation ensued and, at one point, the suspect pointed the handgun towards the victim and pulled the trigger. The gun did not fire and both victims were able to get away and contact police. The suspect fled on foot with the victim’s car keys and a cell phone chip. Minor injuries were reported. A police K-9 was used in the search for the suspect. Detectives from the Robbery Unit were able to identify the suspect involved in this incident. The suspect, identified as the accused, was taken into custody without incident at his address on Lacrosse Ct. A search warrant was subsequently executed at the residence, also without incident.
Arrested on September 2nd:
Rodney Darryl MARTIN, 27, of 3428 Lacrosse Ct in Woodbridge
Charged with robbery, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and attempted malicious wounding
Court date: September 25, 2013 | Bond: held WITHOUT bond

Malicious Wounding – On August 29th at 2:50PM, police responded to the Adult Detention Center [ADC] located at 9320 Lee Ave in Manassas (20110) for an assault involving an ADC officer. The officer reported to police that an inmate, identified as the accused, was being combative and that he and other staff were attempting to restrain him. During the encounter the accused bit the officer to his thumb causing a deep laceration. The accused was eventually detained and the officer was treated for the injury sustained during the altercation. Following the investigation, the accused was charged.
Arrested on August 29th: [No photo available]
Jamal Arris THOMPSON, 26, of 822 East 24th St in Oakland, CA
Charged with malicious wounding
Court date: October 21, 2013 | Bond: held WITHOUT bond

Attempted Malicious Wounding – On August 30th at 8:02PM, police responded to the 10900 block of Coverstone Dr in Manassas (20109) for an assault. The victim, a 31 year old woman of Manassas, reported to police that she and the accused, a known acquaintance, were involved in a verbal altercation which escalated. During the encounter, the accused grabbed a knife and held it against the victim’s neck. Minor injuries were reported. Following the investigation, the accused was arrested without further incident.
Arrested on August 30th:
Auner Isai DUQUE GARCIA, 27, of 10920 Coverstone Dr #D1 in Manassas
Charged with attempted malicious wounding
Court date: October 18, 2013 | Bond: held WITHOUT bond

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