A Stafford man is in custody and charged with murder, authorities said.
Sheriff’s office: Caroline County man, 35, shot and killed in Stafford County
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Mom details tense encounter between Caroline deputy and her son
Caroline Sheriff’s Office acknowledges deputy “briefly” pulled his weapon on a man assisting mother who ran out of gas.
Speakers blast Spotsylvania school division for handling of child sex abuse case
At least one victim’s family is preparing to file a lawsuit against the school division for its handling of the case.
Former Spotsylvania bus aide pleads guilty to 13 sexual assault offenses
Miguel Velasquez Velasco will face over 200 years in prison when he is sentenced Nov. 21.
Evolv-ing security measures: Spotsylvania adds weapons detection system to high school stadiums
Increased safety measures announced shortly after a shooting involving county teens earlier this week.
One juvenile shot in Spotsylvania Monday evening, another youth in custody
Victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Fredericksburg Police Chief Layton to retire
Layton, who has served in department since 1994 and since 2020 as chief, will leave post Jan. 1.
‘One pill can kill’ forum focuses on dangers of fentanyl, power of Narcan
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares hosted forum at Salem Fields Church in Spotsylvania County.
Stafford County detective Wood honored for solving cold murder case
Investigator was among public servants recognized at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 9th Annual First Responders Awards Breakfast.
Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors denounces ‘harmful and dehumanizing’ racism in county
County residents speak out against racism in the county, including recent incident involving two Black female motorists on Partlow Road.
Spotsylvania Commonwealth’s Attorney: Hate crime charges ‘remain on the table’ in Partlow Road incident
Community, faith leaders seeking answers, additional information about July 20 incident off Partlow Road in Spotsylvania County.
Culpeper Sheriff’s Office warns of rising “flat tire” scam targeting shoppers
Authorities say suspects deflate a tire, pose as Good Samaritans, and distract victims while an accomplice steals valuables—often targeting women, young people, and the elderly in parking lots.
WATCH: FailSafe-ERA leads regional call to action, sounding the alarm on youth violence
Juanita Shanks leads coalition of local groups who are attempting to address youth gun violence.
Stafford sheriff’s deputies looking for driver in fatal hit-and-run incident
The person may have been driving a white 2018 or 2019 Audi SUV.
‘Beyond grateful to be alive’: Victims of alleged racist attack in Spotsylvania speak out
Two Spotsylvania residents are facing one misdemeanor charge each after the July 20 incident in the Partlow area.
Stafford woman, 32, charged with second-degree murder in shooting
An investigation revealed the shooting was allegedly domestic-related.
Say ‘cheese’: Speed camera program to begin in Spotsylvania school zones on Aug. 12
The program was approved by the board of supervisors in January.
Fredericksburg resident, 19, shot and killed in southern Stafford County
Two juvenile suspects were arrested and charged in connection with the slaying.
Pick a pooch: Stafford County asks for public’s help in naming new dog park
The winning dog name will be announced at a ribbon-cutting ceremony next month.
Stafford supervisors agree to apply for FEMA grant, buy two fire engines
A reminder about fireworks safety also provided some levity at Tuesday’s meeting.
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