FCSO investigates double homicide shooting
Officers from the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call early in the morning of April 20th in reference to a subject down from a gunshot wound at a residence on Fromans Road.
Upon arrival at the scene and entry to the residence, two victims were found deceased.
Identities of the victims were initially withheld before being released on Monday afternoon.
They were identified as Joshua Daniel Carter, 49, of Hardy, and Pamela Marie Lowande, 40, of Frederick County.
Limited information has been released on the double homicide due to the additional resources needed and processing of all evidence.
The Sheriff’s Office would like to remind residents that immediacy of dissemination of information cannot override the need for accuracy,
Investigators will continue to follow established guidelines and procedures to maintain the integrity of the investigation.
Sheriff Lenny Millholland would also like the public to know that preliminary investigations indicate this is likely a targeted incident.
Anyone living or traveling through the area of 300-500 Fromans Road between 6 pm on Wednesday, April 19th and Thursday, April 20th or anyone who believes they may have information on the incident should contact Investigator B. Edwards at 540-664-3669.
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News Maker Lenny Millholland on holiday preparations
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for the holiday season.
We spoke to Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland about those preparation and some precautions you should take in our latest news maker.
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Lenny tells us how you can protect yourself during the holidays.
He also tells us that sobriety check points will be in place to help keep citizens safe.
Lenny also welcomes his new Deputies and tells us what it takes to join the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.
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FCSO bloodhound locates missing person
Frederick County Sheriff’s located a missing and endangered person in Stephens City Friday afternoon.
The person was declared missing around 10 am when a son reported his 74 year old mother had left the residence.
The woman was found in a brushy thicket by Deputy Dan Clark and his Bloodhound Beau.
She suffered from mental health problems and had taken numerous prescriptions in an attempt at self harm.
She was then transported by Stephens City Fire and Rescue to Winchester Medical Center.
Sheriff Lenny Millholand wants to remind residents that if you have family members with conditions that can cause them to wander off, contact the Sheriff’s Office for more information on Project Lifesaver to help keep them safe.
Contact the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office at 540-662-6162 for additional information.
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News Maker Lenny Millholland on battle of the badges 2022
Frederick County Sheriff vs. Frederick County Fire Chief in the battle of the badges blood drive.
The battle is ON tomorrow June 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Public Safety Building Winchester.
Appointments are open at redcrossblood.org using the keyword battle2022 in the sponsor code location.
We spoke to Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland about the battle in our latest news maker.
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Lenny not only tells us about the battle but about how important it is to make that appointment.
It is also important to continue to check the website redcrossblood.org to see if appointments open up for the drive.
Lenny also reminds us where the battle is fun the important thing is to give the gift of life no matter whose side you’re on.
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News Maker Lenny Millholland on a golf tournament
A golf tournament to support Our Health is set for July 15 at Rock Harbor Golf Course.
We spoke with Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland about the event in our latest news maker.
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Lenny tells us how important the event is to support the on going work of Our Health in Winchester.
He also tells us how to get involved as either a golfer or sponsor.
Lenny also tells us how well he does on the golf course.
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News Maker Lenny Millholland on free C.R.C.C
Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) and Frederick County Fire and Rescue (FCFR) are offering a Civilian Response Causality Care (C.R.C.C) course.
The course is about civilian response to emergency situations.
We spoke with Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland about what to expect in our latest news maker.
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The course is free 4 hours long and will be held at the Spirit and Word Fellowship Church at 1275 Tasker Rd. Stephens City.
Sheriff Millholland explains the course and why it is important.
He also explains that there is limited space for the event.
Registration is required for the Mar. 12 event because of the limited availability.
To register for the event click here or contact the Spirit and Word Fellowship Church at (540) 868-9110.
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FCSO conclude Election Day investigation
On Election Day, the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office responded to a woman complaining about a man taking pictures of her at a polling location.
The male was identified as Shawn Graber, Back Creek Supervisor.
A responding officer confronted Graber.
Graber claimed he was documenting illegal voting activities.
He contacted Sheriff Lenny Millholand the following day with complaints on the responding deputy claiming voter intimidation.
After an investigation using body cameras and the written report, Graber’s claims were proven false.
They also revealed the deputy acted appropriately when dealing with both parties involved.
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News Maker Lenny Millholland on National Drug Take Back Day
Both Frederick and Warren Counties Sheriff’s Offices have announced they will participate in National Drug Take Back Day.
National Drug Take Back Day is Sat. Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
This is a national effort to collect outdated or unused prescription or over the counter medications to keep them out of the wrong hands.
We spoke to Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland about the Frederick County effort in our latest news maker segment.
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Sheriff Millholland explains the anonymity of the drop off and where it can be done.
Sheriff Millholland also tells us how successful last years’s effort was.
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VSI awarded 66 scholarships
The Virginia Sheriffs Institute awarded 66 scholarships this year with a total of $65,000.
The recipients chosen are pursuing degrees in criminal justice at a Virginia college.
Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholand will have the honor of distributing three of those scholarships to local students.
James Wood Senior Corrine Smith, Shenandoah University’s Elyssa McCafferty and Lord Fairfax Community College’s Sonya Puryear will all receive $1000 to put towards their education.
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