Victim struck in face and head with hammer; PWC police seek suspect

Incidents and arrests released on Monday, December 9, 2013 by Prince William County VA Police Department.

**INCIDENTS**

Malicious Wounding – On December 7th at 9:35PM, police responded to Sentara Hospital to investigate an assault that was reported to have occurred at the Kleber’s Restaurant located at 13634 Jefferson Davis Highway in Woodbridge (22191).  The victim, a 35 year old male of Woodbridge, reported to police that he had a verbal argument with an unknown male which escalated to a physical altercation.  During the altercation the male struck the victim several times in the face and head with a hammer.  The victim sustained significant, but non-life threatening injury, to his face, head and arm. The accused departed the area prior to police arrival.  Investigation continues.
Wanted:
Roberto Anobol SANDOVAL, 48, of 1 Archwood Ct in Stafford
Described as a white male, 5’7”, 180lbs with a medium build, unshaven face, and bald
Wanted for malicious wounding

Residential Burglary – On December 6th at 9:12AM, police responded to the 13700 block of Kaywood Drive in Woodbridge (22191) for a burglary.  The burglary was reported to have occurred on December 1st between 9:00AM and 7:00PM.  Entry is believed to have been made through the front door by a known acquaintance that had access to residence.  Miscellaneous jewelry and a video game, valued around $770, were reported as missing.

Commercial Burglary – On December 6th at 7:42AM, police responded to the Car Doctor Auto Center Incorporated, located at 13512 Minnieville Road in Woodbridge (22192), for a burglary. The burglary was reported to have occurred between December 5th at 6:30PM and December 6th at 7:20AM. Entry is believed to have been gained through an unsecure garage door.  Miscellaneous tools and a computer, valued around $13,800, were reported as missing.

Attempted Residential Burglary - On December 7th at 2:12AM, police responded to the 12200 block of Stevenson Court in Woodbridge (22192) for an attempted burglary.  The attempted burglary was reported to have occurred between November 30th at 4:30AM and December 7th at 1:30AM. It is believed that unknown person(s) attempted to gain access through an unsecure rear door that was blocked.  It did not appear that the person(s) gained access into the residence.  No items were reported as missing.

**ARRESTS**

Strangulation| Domestic Assault & Battery – On December 8th at 3:55PM, police responded to the 1400 block of Deerfield Lane in Woodbridge (22191) for the report of a domestic assault. The victim, a 21 year old female of Woodbridge, reported to police that she had a verbal dispute with a known acquaintance, later identified as the accused, which escalated to a physical altercation. During the altercation the accused allegedly hit, pushed and strangled the victim.  Minor injuries were reported.  The accused was taken into custody without incident.
Arrested on December 8th:
Israel MORANO, 21, of 1424 block of Deerfield Lane in Woodbridge
Charged with strangulation and domestic assault & battery
Court date: unavailable |Bond: unavailable

**END**

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