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Suspects Arrested for Burglary in Stafford County
Stafford, VA. Three suspects have been arrested in connection with a burglary that occurred in Stafford County at the end of September.
On September 27, 2018, deputies responded to reports of a burglary at a residence on St. Stevens Court. Upon arrival, deputies learned from the homeowners that they had been away from the residence for several hours. When they returned, they immediately noticed the deadbolt on the front door was locked, which is not how they typically secure their residence. They also noticed muddy footprints in the foyer.
The residence was searched and Deputy Smith and his K9 partner attempted to track the suspect outside of the house. The suspect was not located. However, a firearm kept in the homeowner’s nightstand as well as a safe containing a significant amount of money were determined to be missing. In addition, a window in the basement was shattered and there were footprints on the concrete floor.
The homeowners’ stepson, Steven Christopher Marks, 18, of Stafford was identified as a possible suspect in the case. Marks was taken into custody that evening by deputies with the Special Problems Unit on separate charges related to an assault with a firearm. On October 7, 2018, he was served warrants in connection with the burglary including breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony, conspiracy, and grand larceny.
Detectives also learned of additional suspects involved in the breaking and entering. On September 28, 2018, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Deputy Gabrielli observed the vehicle of one of the suspects leaving a residence on Choptank Road. A traffic stop was conducted after the vehicle failed to maintain lane control.
The driver was identified as Timothy Roosevelt Punch Edwards, 27, of Stafford and the passenger as Kevin Angelo Melo, 19, of Stafford. The deputy detected a strong odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. He also observed a substance consistent with marijuana strewn over the passenger’s lap. In addition, he detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on Edwards and noticed he had bloodshot, glassy eyes.
During a search of the vehicle, the stolen firearm was discovered and both suspects possessed large amounts of money.
Melo was taken into custody and charged with possession of marijuana. Following an interview with Detective Martin, he was served warrants for breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony, conspiracy, and receiving stolen goods. He was incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail and held without bond.
Edwards was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence, possession of marijuana, and carrying a concealed firearm without a permit. He was also served a warrant for receiving stolen property in connection with the earlier breaking and entering. He was incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $2000.00 secured bond.
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Stafford Sheriff’s Office Apprehends Wanted Suspect
Stafford, VA. A wanted suspect was taken into custody by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office following a two-hour long search on Sunday.
On October 7, 2018, at approximately 9:00 a.m., deputies received a phone call from a female subject who advised that a wanted person had been trespassing on her property located on Ebenezer Church Road. The wanted suspect was identified as Ziare Maurice Walker-Zalfoz, 18, of Stafford. He was wanted out of Stafford County on numerous offenses. On September 17, 2018, Walker-Zalfoz stole a vehicle and subsequently became involved in a pursuit with deputies following a traffic violation. He was not located following the incident.
The victim agreed to escort deputies to her house at 12:30 p.m. when she expected Walker-Zalfoz and a family member to be there. When deputies arrived, they could not locate the suspect. However, there was a plate of warm food on the counter.
Deputies began searching the area for the suspect and eventually Deputy Sypolt located Walker-Zalfoz and two other individuals on the east side of Garrisonville Road walking towards the Jessica Cheney Bridge. The deputy activated his emergency equipment and pulled onto the shoulder in front of the individuals, prompting Walker-Zalfoz to begin running in the opposite direction.
Approximately two hours later, Walker-Zalfoz was located in a garbage dumpster in the Garrison Woods neighborhood due to the tireless efforts of several deputies including Deputies Demirci, Flues, Floirendo, Sypolt, and Torrice.
Walker-Zalfoz was taken into custody and served his outstanding warrants for eluding police, grand larceny, reckless driving, hit and run, destruction of property, intentional damage to monument or memorial, driving without a license, and unlawful purchase of alcohol. He was then incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
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Stafford Sheriff's Office Apprehends Juvenile Behind Walmart Robbery
Stafford, VA. A juvenile was taken into custody on Wednesday afternoon by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office after robbing a local Walmart at knifepoint and absconding with money from the cash register.
On October 10, 2018, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Deputy Elliott Taylor responded to the Walmart located at 217 Garrisonville Road. Upon arrival, a loss prevention employee told the deputy the suspect had fled on foot towards the west side of the store.
Additional units responding to the incident located what they believed to be the suspect near Chick-fil-A. Deputy Taylor activated his emergency equipment and responded to that location. The suspect was identified as a juvenile and detained. A large sum of money was found in the suspect’s pocket during a search of his person.
The juvenile admitted to taking a knife off the shelf at the store and then using it to commit robbery. He approached a cashier while displaying the knife and demanded money from the cash register. The juvenile left the store with the knife and money from the register.
Deputies contacted Juvenile Intake Services and they advised they would authorize detention orders. The suspect was then transported to the Juvenile Detention Center and held there. The investigation is ongoing and the Sheriff’s Office will provide an update when charges are obtained.
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Stafford Sheriff’s Office Investigating Shooting into Residence
Stafford, VA. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the suspect behind a shooting into a residence that occurred last night at Arbor Grove Apartments.
On October 16, 2018, at approximately 10:45 p.m., deputies responded to the 1500 block of Providence Street in reference to reports of a bullet hole found in a residence. The resident told deputies she heard a popping sound around 6:00 p.m. while cooking dinner. She later discovered a small hole in her living room wall as well as drywall dust on the floor. The bullet appeared to have continued through an interior wall and into the bedroom door. No one was injured in the residence.
Deputies searched the area and found multiple shell casings in the playground area near the residence. The investigation is ongoing and the Sheriff’s Office will provide updates as they become available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4400.
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Suspect Arrested Following Domestic Assault
Stafford, VA. A suspect was arrested this morning by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office after he held his wife against her will and assaulted her at their residence in south Stafford.
On October 17, 2018, at approximately 1:12 a.m., Deputy Philippsen and Deputy Simpson responded to reports of a suspicious person on Bellows Avenue. The caller heard knocking at the front and back doors of the residence, and then looked out the window and saw a person outside.
Deputies began searching the perimeter of the residence and found a female subject crying hysterically. They observed a bleeding laceration on her head; bruising and bloody scratches on her neck, collar bone, and corners of her lips; and a large bruise on her forehead. The subject told deputies her husband was looking for her. Rescue personnel then arrived to provide medical treatment for the victim.
Deputies learned from the victim that she and her husband were arguing, prompting the victim to try to leave the residence. Her husband, identified as Elijah Aguilar, 37, of Fredericksburg then slammed the door to prevent her from leaving. He grabbed her and dragged her down to the basement where he started choking her. She said this caused her to lose consciousness. After waking up, she escaped through the basement door.
The victim told deputies that she believed her husband was still at their residence on Old Forge Drive and that he was likely armed. She also said her four children were still at the residence. The victim was then transported to Mary Washington Hospital.
When deputies arrived at the victim’s residence, they discovered that the suspect and the children were not there. At approximately 3:57 a.m., Deputy Stachurski located the suspect in a vehicle parked at the Fas Mart located at 620 Cambridge Street. He also observed four children in the passenger areas of the vehicle. Custody of the children was turned over to a family member.
Aguilar was taken into custody without incident and charged with abduction, malicious wounding, strangulation, and domestic assault. He is incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail.
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Stafford Sheriff’s Office Searching for Suspects behind Multiple Vehicle Larcenies
Stafford, VA. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is searching for three suspects behind a series of larcenies that occurred in the area of Kings Crest Drive on Wednesday.
On October 17, 2018, Deputy Aubrecht responded to reports of multiple larcenies from vehicles. The caller informed Dispatch that three males with backpacks were rummaging through vehicles in the neighborhood. A neighbor yelled at them, prompting the three subjects to flee on foot.
While canvassing the neighborhood, Deputy Aubrecht located the subjects in the 1200 block of Kings Crest Drive and immediately exited his vehicle and attempted to follow them on foot. He terminated his pursuit after losing sight of the subjects when they fled into the woods.
Several residents subsequently reported that their vehicles were rummaged through and some were missing items. One resident reported that her registration card was stolen from the glove box of her vehicle. Another discovered that both her keys and purse were missing. The purse was then located several yards away from her home, but was missing her wallet, which contained several credit cards. Another resident reported that she found a birth certificate and social security card while walking her dog.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4400.
The Sheriff’s Office would like to remind the public to establish a habit of locking car doors and bringing in all valuables. Residents can also follow our social media pages to participate in the #9PMRoutine, a social media campaign designed to help cut down on the number of easily preventable burglaries.
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Wanted Man Arrested for Trespassing at Local Hotel
Stafford, VA. Deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office arrested a wanted suspect on Thursday for trespassing at the Clarion Inn located at 564 Warrenton Road.
On October 18, 2018, deputies responded to reports of a suspicious person at the hotel. Upon arrival, deputies located a subject who appeared to be sleeping in the pool area. The subject told deputies he was waiting for a friend. The subject refused to disclose his name or the room number of his friend.
The hotel manager confirmed the subject was not staying at the hotel and he was subsequently taken into custody for trespassing. The subject was identified as Ezekiel Anthony Noriega, 28, of Fredericksburg. Deputies learned he was wanted out of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County.
Noriega was served his outstanding warrants as well as a warrant for trespassing. He was incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.
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Can You Identify This Subject?
The Stafford Sheriff’s Office is searching for a white male suspect involved in a vehicle tampering that occurred at a residence on Lendall Lane in the overnight hours of 10/18 to 10/19. The suspect is described as wearing a gray sweatshirt, jeans, and a hat with an unknown logo. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4400.
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Stafford Sheriff’s Office Drone Team Helps Locate Lost Person
Stafford, VA. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office drone team assisted in locating a male subject who got lost in the woods on Saturday evening near McDuff Park in the southern end of the county.
On October 20, 2018, deputies responded to Michael Scott Lane after a male subject told Dispatch that he was lost in the woods and his cell phone battery was draining quickly. While on the line with Dispatch, the connection was lost.
Several deputies began searching through the woods for the lost subject. They located the subject and discovered he was not wearing any shoes and complained of being cold and dehydrated. Deputy Kellam hoisted the subject onto his back and began carrying him through the woods.
At approximately 8:40 p.m., the drone team was called to help guide them out of the woods. The drone was able to direct the deputies and lost person to the river to wait for a boat from Stafford County Fire and Rescue. The drone hovered above them so that Fire and Rescue would be aware of their exact location. The lost person was loaded onto the boat and brought to safety.
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Police Activity at Stafford Marketplace
POLICE ACTIVITY ALERT: An intoxicated male subject who has been identified as James Edward Baumann struck several vehicles at Stafford Marketplace before exiting the vehicle and fleeing on foot. He eventually climbed onto the roof of the Five Guys restaurant and attempted to hide in an A/C unit where deputies discovered him. He has been taken into custody. Deputies also learned he is wanted out of three jurisdictions—Stafford County, Prince William County, and Spotsylvania County. We will continue to provide updates here.
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Suspect Arrested After Striking Ten Vehicles at Stafford Marketplace
Stafford, VA. A wanted suspect was arrested on Monday morning at Stafford Marketplace by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office after striking ten vehicles and climbing onto the roof of a Five Guys restaurant where he hid in an air conditioning unit.
On October 29, 2018, at approximately 9:58 a.m., deputies responded to reports of multiple vehicle accidents in the area of the Bank of America located at Stafford Marketplace. Upon arrival, deputies determined that the driver of a Ford pick-up truck hauling a trailer holding another pickup truck crashed into ten vehicles—four of which were occupied when struck. Both of the pick-up trucks later returned stolen. Four subjects were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
After striking the vehicle, the intoxicated suspect fled on foot and scaled a metal pipe alongside a building and climbed onto the roof of Five Guys. Deputies found him hiding in an air conditioning unit on the roof and took him into custody. The suspect, identified as James Edward Baumann, Jr. 37, was wanted out of three jurisdictions—Stafford County, Prince William County, and Spotsylvania County.
The suspect was incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond on his outstanding warrants. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are pending.
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Suspect Arrested for DUI in Stafford Following Pursuit
Stafford, VA. An intoxicated driver was arrested early Saturday morning by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office for driving under the influence and felony eluding following a pursuit.
On November 3, 2018, at approximately 1:45 a.m., Deputy Brandon Boyle was on patrol in the area of 33 Wicomico Drive when he observed a vehicle repeatedly slowing down and speeding up over the speed limit. Then, at the intersection of Northampton Boulevard and Old Mineral Road, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop at the stop sign.
Deputy Boyle activated his emergency equipment and attempted to conduct a traffic stop; however, the vehicle did not stop and continued on at a high rate of speed. A pursuit ensued and the vehicle continued to drive erratically. The suspect vehicle lost control and crashed into a traffic sign in the area of 152 Winding Creek Road.
The suspect was extracted from the vehicle and deputies immediately detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from his person. Multiple open alcoholic beverage containers were found in and around the vehicle.
The suspect was identified as Neil James Lamb, Jr., 25, of Midland, Virginia. He was treated by rescue personnel on scene and then transported to a local hospital for further examination. In addition, a search warrant for blood was executed at the hospital.
Lamb was later discharged from the hospital and incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $3000.00 secured bond. He is charged with felony eluding, driving under the influence, driving suspended second offense, failure to stop at a stop sign, and expired inspection.
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Suspect Indicted in Fatal Dirt Bike Collision
A grand jury on Tuesday indicted a suspect for involuntary manslaughter in connection with a fatal dirt bike collision that occurred in early August.
On August 4, 2018, at approximately 8:48 p.m., units with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call in the area of Inez Way and Andrew Chapel Road regarding a dirt bike crash. Upon arrival, they learned that the victim stopped his bike on Andrew Chapel Road before attempting to turn onto Inez Way. A second dirt bike driven by Franklin Delano Hess, 25, of Fredericksburg, failed to brake and crashed into the victim. Both subjects were thrown off their bikes and neither were wearing any protective gear. The 26-year-old victim was transported to Mary Washington Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. Hess was transported to Inova Fairfax Hospital and later released.
An investigation led by Sergeant Jason Aubry indicated that the accident was alcohol-related.
On November 6, 2018, Hess was indicted with one count of aggravated involuntary manslaughter, one count of involuntary manslaughter and one count of driving with a revoked license. Anyone with information on the suspect’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4400.
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Stafford Sheriff’s Office Searching for Suspects Behind AT&T Burglary
Stafford, VA. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two suspects involved in a burglary that occurred at the AT&T store located at 28 South Gateway Drive in the early morning hours on Thursday. The suspects stole approximately $80,000.00 worth of phones and cash.
On November 15, 2018, at approximately 2:46 a.m., 1st Sergeant Christopher Neuhard, Sergeant Jason Aubry, and Deputy Scott Fulford responded to the AT&T store for a burglar alarm.
Surveillance footage revealed that two suspects wearing face masks and carrying crowbars entered the store at approximately 2:40 a.m. by breaking the front window. They forced entry into the storage room where they took an estimated $80,000.00 worth of phones and cash before fleeing the store. They were in the store for approximately five minutes.
A K9 unit responded to the scene, but was unable to track down the suspects. Other units checked the surrounding area, but did not observe anyone traveling on foot.
Anyone with information on the breaking and entering is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4400.
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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office Searching for Suspect Behind Homicide
Stafford, VA. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the suspect behind a homicide that occurred early on Sunday morning at the Exxon/Mr. B’s Market and Deli on Warrenton Road.
On November 18, 2018, at approximately 12:20 a.m., deputies responded to reports of a shooting at the Exxon located at 375 Warrenton Road. Upon arrival, deputies learned the suspect shot the victim near the gas pumps and subsequently fled the scene in a black Nissan four-door sedan, possibly a Sentra or Versa. The victim was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
The suspect is described as a 20 to 30 year old black male with short black hair and wearing a black zip-up hooded sweatshirt, dark pants, and black and white shoes.
Anyone with information on the suspect is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (540) 658-4400.
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Traffic Stop in Stafford Leads to Felony Drug Arrest
Stafford, VA. A traffic stop conducted by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office on Interstate 95 on Friday morning led to the arrest of a suspect on felony drug charges.
On November 16, 2018, at approximately 5:20 a.m., Deputy Hutcheson was traveling northbound on Interstate 95 when he observed several vehicles go around a slow moving vehicle with its hazard lights on in the left lane.
The deputy initiated a traffic stop and made contact with the driver who was identified as Thomas Guglielmo, 22, of Morris Plains, New Jersey. The deputy then observed a substance consistent with marijuana on the suspect’s person. Additional units then arrived at the scene. Deputy Dupree approached the suspect vehicle and observed a substance consistent with marijuana on the passenger seat.
Deputy Hutcheson asked the driver to exit the vehicle. In response, the driver grabbed the steering wheel and refused to comply. The deputies removed the suspect from the vehicle and took him into custody. A search of the vehicle revealed a significant amount of marijuana.
Guglielmo was incarcerated at the Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond. He is charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and obstruction of justice.
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Suspect Behind Stafford Vehicle Larcenies Arrested
Stafford, VA. A suspect behind multiple larcenies from vehicles was taken into custody on Sunday morning by deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.
On November 18, 2018, at approximately 5:45 a.m., multiple units responded to reports of a suspicious person rummaging through vehicles with a flashlight in the area of Limestone Way. A witness approached Deputy Hutcheson and told him that the suspect asked him for a ride to England Run apartments.
Shortly thereafter, Deputy Dupree stopped a vehicle in the area of Shasta Place and Newcastle Place after observing a passenger matching the suspect’s description. The passenger then jumped out of the vehicle and fled behind an apartment building.
Deputy Dupree, Detective Parsons, and 1st Sergeant Barley subsequently located and detained the suspect. James Mimis Jr., 20, of Dale City was taken into custody and admitted to breaking into several vehicles. A search of his person yielded a substance consistent with marijuana in a plastic bag in his hat.
Deputies then learned the suspect was wanted out of Prince William County. Mimis was incarcerated at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond on the outstanding felony warrants. He was also charged with tampering with vehicles, possession of marijuana, and obstruction of justice.
Several residents of Limestone Way subsequently contacted the Sheriff’s Office to report items missing from their vehicles and damage, including shattered windows and a broken glove compartment handle. Several stolen items were located on the suspect’s person and in the area by deputies and returned to the owners.
The Sheriff’s Office would like to remind residents to always remember to secure their vehicles and remove all valuables. Please follow us on social media to participate in the #9PMRoutine, a social media campaign designed to remind the public of the importance of establishing a nightly routine of locking their vehicles and homes.
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Suspects Behind Stafford Exxon Station Homicide Arrested
Stafford, VA. Two suspects behind the homicide that occurred on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the Exxon Station/Mr. B’s Market on Warrenton Road in Stafford County were taken into custody on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 in the area of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania with the aid of the U.S. Marshals Service.
Jules Morgan, 18, of Henrico was wanted out of Stafford for second degree murder and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Jonathan Wrenn, 19, of Fredericksburg was wanted for accessory after the fact (murder).
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend our thanks to the U.S. Marshals Service and the public for their assistance. Tips from the public directly contributed to the apprehension of the suspects.
The incident remains under investigation. The Sheriff’s Office will continue to provide updates as they become available.
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Homicide Victim Found in Home in South Stafford
On Sunday November 25, 2018 at 1217 PM, Deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office responded to an unknown medical problem at a home on Newton Road in South Stafford. Upon arrival, they spoke with a friend of the victim who stated he had knocked on the door of the residence, but the occupant did not answer. Finding the back door unlocked, he went inside and found his friend on the floor, suffering from obvious trauma. He immediately exited the home and called 911.
Deputies arrived and entered the home. They found Mr. Larry Dean Roberson, fifty-four years old deceased. Evidence revealed that he was the victim of a homicide. There were no other subjects in the residence.
Detectives have no motive or suspects at this time. The body was transported to the State Medical Examiner’s Office in Fairfax for examination.
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