Crime & Safety

Crime Wrap: Man Exposes Self, Burglar Assaults Homeowner

The most recent crime headlines on Patch.

Every day, Patch covers Woodbridge area crime and fire. Below is a collection of today's headlines. See more coverage and share your comments at each post.

Dale City Man Shoots at Armed Home Invaders. Two masked gunmen broke into a Dale City home Sunday night—but they were thwarted by the homeowner, who shot at them with a handgun, Prince William County Police said. 

Man Exposes Self to Woman in Parking Lot. Prince William County Police say that the man drove up next to the victim and began making inappropriate gestures.

Burglar Assaults Fleeing Homeowner. A burglar assaulted a Dale City homeowner after she found him in her home July 3, Prince William County Police said. 

Man Accused of Soliciting Minor for Nude Photos in 2006. A Woodbridge woman reported that when she was 15 years old, the suspect asked her to send the photos via a website.

Man Attacks Juvenile With Brass Knuckles After Bikes Stolen. A Dale City man hit a juvenile on the face with a pair of brass knuckles after the minor stole a pair of bikes from him, according to police. 

Armed Robber Flees on Bike After Stealing Cash. A man robbed two acquaintances in Dumfries last week, then fled the area on a bicycle, Prince William County Police said. 

Two Men Assaulted, Robbed in Dumfries. The victim told police that he was dropping off a co-worker when two unknown men robbed them.

Group of Masked Robbers Steal Cash From Men. One of the men showed a gun and demanded money, Prince William County Police said.

Police Warn of Driveway Paving Scam. Elderly couple cheated out of money after paying for work done on their driveway.


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