PWC Police Beat 5/16/13

**ARRESTS**

Attempted Malicious Wounding of a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On May 15th at 2:00PM, a Prince William County police officer attempted to serve several warrants on a suspect in the 8900 block of Traveller St in Manassas (20110). The officer approached the suspect, identified as the accused, as she sat inside her vehicle which was parked in a driveway of a residence in the above area. As the officer got closer, the accused put the vehicle in reverse, nearly striking the officer. The accused stopped the vehicle and the officer approached a second time. At this point, the officer reached through the window and grabbed the accused. The accused then put the car in drive and accelerated, knocking the officer off balance. The officer let go of the accused as she fled the area. The accused later turned herself into police without further incident. The officer sustained minor injuries.
Arrested on May 15th:
Julia Marie ESSMAN, 28, of 12465 Cavalier Dr in Woodbridge
Charged with attempted malicious wounding of a LEO, resisting arrest, and driving with a suspended license
Court date and bond unavailable

Assault & Battery on Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] | Assault & Battery on Firefighter – On May 14th at 4:50PM, police responded to the 1500 block of Maryland Ave in Woodbridge (22191) for a domestic dispute with possibly injuries. Members of the Department of Fire & Rescue were already on scene prior to police arrival. Crews reported to police that they had approached the residence to render aide to one of the parties allegedly injured during the altercation. One of the members further reported that when they approached the door, another occupant of the residence, identified as the accused, refused to let them enter the home. As one of the crew members was standing at the doorway, the accused kicked him and slammed the door against his shoulder. Officers made contact with the accused and also attempted to enter the residence to investigate the incident. The accused continued to deny officers and rescue crews access to the home and, again, slammed the door, striking an officer to his shoulder. At that point the officers arrested the accused and were able to allow rescue crews inside the residence. The accused was not involved in the initial reported domestic. Injuries sustained during the domestic incident were minor. No injuries were reported by the officer or rescue crew member.
Arrested on May 14th:
Vienna Jean BROOKS, 74, of 1507 Maryland Ave in Woodbridge
Charged with assault & battery on LEO, assault & battery on rescue official, resisting arrest, and obstruction of justice
Court date set for July 3, 2013, released on a $5,000 unsecured bond

Assault & Battery on Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On May 14th at 3:00AM, a Prince William County police officer was conducting a search of the accused at the Garfield Station located at 15948 Donald Curtis Rd in Woodbridge (22191) following an arrest. During the search, the accused became agitated and refused to listen to officers. At one point, the accused grabbed one of the officers and attempted to push him out of the way. Officers were able to detain the accused after a brief struggle. No injuries were reported by the officer. 
Arrested on May 14th:
Gregory GRAHAM, 43, of 8056 Pantano Pl in Alexandria
Charged with assault & battery on LEO
Court date unavailable, held WITHOUT bond

**INCIDENTS**

Malicious Wounding | Assault by Mob – On May 15th at 5:31AM, police responded to investigate an assault which was reported to have occurred in the area of Featherstone Rd and Sycamore St in Woodbridge (22191) earlier that morning. The victim, a 24 year old man of Woodbridge, reported to police that he met a group of males near Veterans Park. During the encounter, the males assaulted him, knocking him to the ground. The men went through the victim’s pockets but did not take anything. The group dispersed following the assault. The victim was taken to an area hospital with significant but non-life threatening injuries.
Suspect Descriptions:
White male, between 18 & 19 years of age, 5’10”, 140lbs, with a thin build, short brown hair, brown eyes, and an unshaven face
Last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and dark colored jeans

Black male, between 50 & 55 years of age, 5’10”, 150lbs, with a thin build, gray hair, brown eyes, and a goatee
Last seen wearing a t-shirt and dark colored sweat pants

Black male, between 25 & 30 years of age, 6’0”, 170lbs, with a thin build, short black hair, brown eyes, and a goatee
Last seen wearing a gray pullover hooded sweatshirt and dark colored pants

Black male, between 20 & 25 years of age, 5’10”, 150lbs, with a thin build, long black deadlocks, brown eyes, and an unshaven face
Last seen wearing a t-shirt and dark colored pants

White male, between 25 & 30 years of age, 5’9”, 140lbs, with a thin build, long black curly hair, brown eyes, and a goatee
Last seen wearing a black & yellow coat and blue jeans

Residential Burglary – On May 15th at 5:24PM, police responded to the 16900 block of Point Pleasant Pl in Dumfries (22026) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that his alarm was activated at 7:18AM that morning. Police were not dispatched at the time of the alarm. Entry appeared to have been made through a front window which had been broken out. A cell phone and firearm, valued around $1,300, were reported missing.

Residential Burglary – On May 15th at 3:10PM, police responded to the 17500 block of Victoria Falls Dr in Dumfries (22025) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 11:00AM and 11:30AM. Caller reported to police that two unknown males were seen entering a neighbor’s residence in the above area. The males, believed to be juveniles, entered the residence through a rear sliding glass door which was broken out. The suspects took food items from the residence. Officers responded and were able to identify the males involved. The investigation continues.

Residential Burglary – On May 14th 9:43PM, police responded to the 19200 block of Cardinal Heights Dr in Triangle (22172) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 7:00Am and 6:00PM. Entry appeared to have been made through a rear door which had been forced open. No property was reported missing however several items were moved inside the residence.

Residential Burglary – On May 14th at 6:33PM, police responded to the 18300 block of Sharon Rd in Triangle (22172) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 9:00AM and 6:33PM. Entry appeared to have been made through a rear door which had been forced open. A firearm and other property, valued around $1,200, were reported missing.

Residential Burglary – On May 14th at 1:30PM, police responded to the 17300 block of Sligo Lp in Dumfries (22026) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 10:50AM and 1:00PM. Entry appeared to have been made through a rear sliding glass door which had been forced open. Jewelry, shoes, 2 iPads, 2 TVs, and other property, valued around $7,600, were reported missing.

Residential Burglary – On May 13th at 12:30PM, police responded to the 10600 block of Provincial Dr in Manassas (20109) for a burglary. Homeowner reported to police that the burglary occurred between 8:50AM and 11:15AM. A TV, 2 laptops, 2 gaming consoles, 2 cameras, and other property, valued around $4,300, were reported missing.