**INCIDENTS**
Armed Robbery – On December 13th at 8:05PM, police responded to Sally’s Beauty Supplies located at 13920 Shoppers Best Way in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a robbery. An employee reported to police that an unknown man entered the store, displayed a handgun, and demanded money. The man took an undisclosed amount of U.S. Currency before fleeing on foot. No injuries were reported. A police K-9 was used to search for the suspect.
Suspect Description:
Black male, between 34 & 40 years of age, 5’10”, 150lbs with a thin build, unshaven face, brown hair and brown eyes
Last seen wearing a black jacket, dark colored jeans, and a blue & gray stripped beanie
Residential Burglary – On December 14th at 3:00AM, police responded to a residence located in the 3600 block of Quantico Terrace Dr in Triangle (22172) to investigate a burglary. The homeowner reported to police that at around 2:30AM, he awoke to the sound of someone in his apartment. The homeowner discovered an unknown man in this living room who immediately fled on foot. No injuries were reported. A cell phone, gaming console, games, and related equipment, total value around $330, were reported missing.
Suspect Description:
Male, unknown race, between 18 & 25 years of age, 5’8”, 150lbs with a thin build
Last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and gray sweatpants
Attempted Residential Burglary – On December 13th at 8:47AM, police responded to a residence located in the 14300 block of Belleville Ave in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate a burglary in progress. The homeowner reported to police that she awoke to the sound of her dog barking. Upon checking the home, the homeowner discovered an unknown man trying to enter the residence through a rear door. The homeowner immediately called police and the suspect fled the area in an older model, 4-door sedan. No injuries were reported and no property was reported missing.
Suspect Description:
Male, unknown age or race – no further description
Last seen wearing a black coat, black pants, a black ski mask, and gloves
**ARRESTS**
Attempted Murder | Burglary while Armed – On December 14th at 4:14AM, police responded to a residence in the 11000 block of Wooldridge Dr in Manassas (20111) to investigate a burglary and shots fired call. The investigation revealed that the victim, a 23 year old man of Manassas, and a female acquaintance, were walking out of his residence when they observed an armed male figure approach them. The victim immediately closed the door and began running down the hallway with the female when the man forced open the door to the home and began firing towards the victim. Once the man was inside the home, the female immediately identified the suspect as the accused, a known acquaintance. She was able to deescalate the situation and convince the accused to leave the home. At that point, another occupant of the home contacted police. As officers were arriving, the accused attempted to flee in a vehicle but was subsequently stopped and arrested without further incident. The firearm used in the incident was recovered. No injuries were reported during the encounter. Following the investigation, the accused was arrested.
Arrested on December 14th:
Justin Robert MCELWAIN, 28, of no fixed address
Charged with attempted murder, burglary while armed, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and shooting into an occupied dwelling
Court date: February 4, 2014 | Bond: held WITHOUT bond
Attempted Rape – On December 13th at 6:13PM, police responded to the 14500 block of Potomac Mills Rd in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a sexual assault. The victim, a 19 year old woman of Woodbridge, reported to police that she and a male acquaintance were walking into the HH Gregg when an unknown man ran up to them. The man’s pants were down to his knees as he approached the victim. Once close enough, the man picked up the victim and took her to the ground where he then got on top of her. Multiple witnesses intervened to get the man off of the victim. Officers arrived at the location and detained the man, identified as the accused. The victim was not injured during the altercation. Following the investigation, the accused was arrested.
Arrested on December 13th:
Jaguar Robert WILLIAMS-PALMER, 20, of no fixed address
Charged with attempted rape
Court date: January 14, 2014 | Bond: held WITHOUT bond
Felony Child Neglect – On December 15th at 1:47PM, police responded to the Wal-Mart located at 9401 Liberia Ave in Manassas (20110) for a found child. The investigation revealed that the victim, an 8 month old girl, was found sitting in a stroller inside the store by another customer shortly after 1:30PM. The customer alerted staff after they were unable to locate a parent or guardian. Store employees made multiple announcements in an attempt to also locate a parent or guardian. After a short time, store employees contacted police. Officers arrived at the store and began speaking to store employees. A few minutes later, the parents of the child, identified below, approached officers to claim the victim. Following the investigation, both parents were arrested. The child was not injured during the encounter.
Arrested on December 15th:
Allister ODUM, 30, of 8001 Towering Oak Way in Manassas
Charged with felony child neglect
Kenia ODUM, 30, of 8001 Towering Oak Way in Manassas
Charged with felony child neglect
Court date: unavailable | Bond: unavailable
