PWC Police Beat 9/19/13

Incidents and arrests released on: Thursday, September 19, 2013

**INCIDENTS**

Joint Death Investigation | Fire related - On September 19th at 4:52AM, police responded to the 8400 block of Tackhouse Lp in Gainesville (20155) to assist the Department of Fire and Rescue with a house fire. There was one confirmed fatality as a result of the fire. The victim has been identified as an adult male. No other injuries were reported and no foul play is suspected at this point in the investigation. This is currently a joint investigation with the Fire Marshal’s Office looking into the cause of the fire and the police department investigating the death. The investigation continues.
Identified:
The victim has been identified as Stephen Frankenberg, 65, of Gainesville

Armed Robbery – On September 18th at 5:23PM, police responded to investigate a robbery which was reported to have occurred in the 1700 block of Horner Rd in Woodbridge on September 14th around 1:30AM. The victim, a 20 year old man of Woodbridge, reported to police that he was walking in the area above when he was approached by a black SUV. A passenger exited the vehicle and approached the victim. At that point, the suspect struck the victim to his face. The suspect then displayed a handgun and took the victim’s wallet and cell phone before getting back in the vehicle and leaving the area. Minor injuries were reported. The driver never exited the vehicle.
Suspect Description:
Black male, between 20 & 25 years of age, 6’0”, 170lbs with a medium build, light complexion, short black hair, and a clean shaven face [passenger]
Last seen wearing a black tank top, black pants, and a silver watch on his right arm

Vehicle Description:
Early 2000’s model, black SUV – possibly a Lincoln Navigator

Strong Armed Robbery – On September 18th at 7:00PM, police responded to the area of Mapledale Ave and Dale Blvd in Woodbridge (22193) for a robbery. The victim, a 14 year old male of Woodbridge, reported to police that he was riding his bicycle in the area above when he was approached by an unknown male, possibly a juvenile. The suspect pushed the victim off of his bike and took his shoes before fleeing on foot into a nearby wooded area. Minor injuries were reported. A police K-9 was used to search for the suspect.
Suspect Description:
Hispanic male, between 15 & 17 years of age, 5’6”, 180lbs with a medium build, short brown hair, and brown eyes
Last seen wearing a black & white striped shirt, khakis pants, black socks, no shoes, and was carrying an iPod with red earphones

Attempted Residential Burglary – On September 18th at 3:00PM, police responded to a residence located in the 18300 block of Cabin Rd in Triangle (22172) for a burglary in progress. The homeowner reported to police that he was on an upper floor of his residence when he heard his doorbell ring. Once at the door, the homeowner observed two unknown men run to the rear of his residence. At that point, the homeowner heard a loud noise coming from a rear door. It appeared that the men attempted to enter his residence by kicking the rear door. The men fled after being observed by the homeowner. No entry was made into the home and no property was reported missing. A police K-9 was used to search for the suspects. Area schools were notified of the incident and took necessary precautions.
Suspect Descriptions:
2 black males, both reported to be between 20 & 25 years of age, 5’11”-6’0”, 150-175lbs with thin builds and black hair
One of the suspects was last seen wearing a red jacket and the other a black & white jacket

Attempted Residential Burglary – On September 18th at 10:36AM, police responded to a residence located in the 16700 block of Flotilla Way in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate an attempted burglary which was reported to have occurred around 11:40PM the night prior. The homeowner reported to police that she was asleep inside her bedroom when she heard a lower level window open. No suspect(s) were seen. The homeowner reported the incident to police later in the day. No entry was made into the residence and no property was reported missing.

**END**

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