On May 10, detectives with the Prince William County Police Department's Violent Crimes Bureau identified two suspects sought in connection to the fatal shooting that occurred in the area of the Somerset Pointe Apartments located in the 14000 block of Deming Dr. in Gainesville (20155) on May 8. One of the suspects is a juvenile.

On Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 1:58AM, Prince William County Police officers responded to investigate a shooting that was reported to have occurred in the area of the Somerset Pointe Apartments located in the 14000 block of Deming Dr. in Gainesville (20155) an hour prior.

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On Monday, April 11, 2022 at 12:56PM, investigators from the Prince William County Police Department's Crash Investigation Unit responded to the area of Lee Hwy (US 29) just beyond Pageland Ln in Gainesville (20155) to investigate a single vehicle crash.

Gainesville Supervisor Pete Candland has announced a listening session on Thursday, March 31 at 7 p.m. in the Battlefield High School Auditorium (doors open at 6:30). Planning Commission and School Board representatives want input on PW Digital Gateway CPA and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update and how these land use decisions impact schools.

The community is invited to participate in a free Tele-Town Hall this Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m. ET to hear the latest on the proposed FY23 Prince William County budget and other project updates impacting the Gainesville District. The local supervisor, Pete Candland, says, "I want to provide you with some of the latest details and give you the chance to ask questions."

Public Comment - To allow the maximum number of speakers in the time allotted, speakers are encouraged to limit comments to 2 minutes per speaker. Pre-registration to speak in person is not required. Virtual public comment will not be available at this event.

On Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 at 5:19PM, Prince William County Police officers responded to The Residences at Somerhill Farms Apartments located in the 7300 block of Yountville Dr. in Gainesville (20155) to investigate a home invasion. MPO Renee Carr, public information officer, said the investigation revealed that four male juveniles entered an apartment and brandished a firearm towards residents.