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AARP Virginia Fraud Alert: Social media advertisement scams soar

Over one-third of U.S. adults who have bought something through an ad on their social media feed report being defrauded, according to a new AARP survey. Don’t let scammers ad-vertise their way into your wallet this new year; here are three tips to stay ahead of social media shopping scams.

Female motorcyclist dies after Sept. 5 accident with trash truck on Old Bridge Road

The investigation revealed the operator of a 2023 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling westbound on Old Bridge Rd. approaching Occoquan Rd. at a high rate of speed when the operator lost control and separated from the motorcycle before sliding under and being run over by a 2009 Roll-off Dumpster truck. The motorcycle operator was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Ten traffic fatalities on Va. highways over Labor Day weekend as Va. State Police work 797 crashes

The final summer holiday ended on a somber note, as preliminary data shows that law enforcement investigated ten fatalities over the Labor Day Holiday. Two crashes involved pedestrians. During the statistical counting period, Virginia State Police troopers cited 3,078 drivers for speeding and 1,376 drivers for reckless driving.

Prince William County Community Fair this Saturday, Sept. 7

Celebrate Prince William County’s diversity and embrace unity among various local communities on Saturday, Sept. 7, noon to 4 p.m., at the 4th Annual Community Fair, hosted by Prince William County Police Department.

Nokesville man dies from injuries in Bristow Rd. crash Aug. 28

The police investigation revealed the driver of a 2021 Toyota Tundra was traveling eastbound on Bristow Rd. when the vehicle crossed over the center line and into the westbound lane of travel--striking a 2003 Lexus GX in a head-on collision. The impact of the crash caused the Lexus to spin off of the roadway and come to a rest in the ditch while the Tundra remained on the roadway.

Suspicious death in burning vehicle at Old Bridge & Occoquan Rds.

Incidents and Arrests as reported by Prince William County Police

Keep in Mind: Your chances of becoming a Labor Day weekend traffic safety statistic

Virginia State Police stopped 4,475 speeders and 1,945 reckless drivers during last year's four-day Labor Day weekend. State troopers also cited 491 seat belt violations and 150 child restraint violations during that time period.

PW Police to give tips on making your neighborhood safer

Join with other members of your community at Potomac Library on Wednesday, Aug. 28, to learn about the simple actions that you and your neighbors working together can take to make your "little piece of heaven" safe for everyone.

Domestic related changes crowd PWC Police calendar

Prince William County Police report incidents and arrests.

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