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‘Unusually bad case’: Va. man gets 6 life sentences for drugging, raping underage girls
A Woodbridge, Virginia, man who pleaded guilty to drugging and raping teenage girls is getting six life sentences, according to Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth. Judge Kimberly Irving also sentenced Balmore Ortiz Guardado, 36, to 215 years of incarceration, with 179 years suspended. The sentencing guidelines recommended...
Men, Teens Arrested For Armed Robbery Involving Three Victims In Virginia, Police Say
Two men and three teens are all facing charges following a violent assault of three people, including a 19-year-old woman, over the weekend in Prince William County, police say.Shortly after 12:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, officers were called to a home in the 14600 block of Ponderosa Court in Woo…
Water main break in Prince William County prompts delays
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — A water main break in Prince William County was causing traffic delays for drivers Tuesday afternoon. The Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) said in a post on X at 3:22 p.m. that there was a water main break in the Centreville Road area near the Fairfax […]
Man charged with rape in Woodbridge
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — The Prince William County Police Department has made an arrest in a rape case. On June 28, officers were sent to the 6100 block of Trident Lane in Woodbridge to investigate a sexual assault that was reported to have happened there. When they arrived they located and arrested Abdul Kanu.
Local Deltas Annual Crab Feast Scholarship Fundraiser: Let’s Get Crackin’
Provided by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Prince William County Alumnae Chapter. The Prince William County Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. (PWCAC DST) will host its annual Crab Festival on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm, 15850 Sunshine Ridge Lane, Gainesville.
Registation opens for Senior Olympics
Online registration opened July 1 for the 2024 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. There are 83 events during 15 days of competitions, Sept. 14-29. Events include sports, such as power walking, swimming, and pickleball, and also non-athletic events, such as Scrabble and jigsaw puzzles. Participants must be 50 years of age...
Woodbridge Man, 19, Arrested for Destruction of Property
On Monday, 19-year-old Latrelle Troddy of Woodbridge was arrested following an investigation into a destruction of property incident on June 27, according to a Prince William County Police Department report sent on Tuesday afternoon. His court date is pending and he secured $2,000 for bond. More from Prince William Police:
Beanstalk Farms Demonstrates Commercial Viability with Flagship Facility in Prince William County
Provided by Prince William County Economic Development. In June 2024, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Beanstalk Farms Inc.’s second indoor farm and distribution facility at the Freedom I-66 Industrial Business Park in Manassas. The project includes 18 new jobs and a capital investment of $4.1 million. Beanstalk Farms expects to produce 2.1 million pounds annually of Virginia Grown leafy greens and fresh-cut herbs.
Get Ready for Summer Scares at Prince William Public Libraries
This July, Prince William Public Libraries invites readers to explore all the horror genre has to offer with the Summer Scares program. From classic ghost stories to modern psychological thrillers, Summer Scares will bring horror enthusiasts and newcomers together. With book discussions, special programs, and themed activities, there’s something for everyone.
New Name, Website and Mobile App for Prince William County Water Utility
Beginning today, the Prince William County Service Authority is doing business as Prince William Water. The local utility has also launched a new website and mobile application to improve its customer experience. “After listening to feedback from our customers and stakeholders, we are excited to launch significant enhancements to our...
Fire and Life Safety Pop-Ups Bring Valuable Information to the Community
Provided by Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue. This summer, the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System is teaming up with the county Building Code Enforcement, Emergency Management and other county agencies and community-based organizations to bring Fire and Life Safety Pop-Up events to residents. Safeguarding the communities, residents, business and visitors is Fire and Rescue’s top priority. These events play an integral role in providing community safety education and resources, which helps attain the highest level of life safety and quality of life standards in our neighborhoods.
'It doesn’t get much worse' | Va. man gets 365-years in jail for drugging & abusing teens
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (7News) — A Woodbridge man was convicted of giving underage girls drugs and then sexually abusing them, according to Prince William County's Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney. Balmore Ortiz Guardado, 36, was a drug dealer who gave 15- and 16-year-old girls a variety of...
Woodbridge man sentenced to life for drugging, sexually abusing teenage girls
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office has announced that a drug dealer was sentenced to life for providing illegal substances to teenage girls and sexually abusing them. The attorney’s office announced that 36-year-old Balmore Ortiz Guardado, of Woodbridge, actively recruited and provided Percocet pills that were […]
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