FRPD & WCFMO seek arsonists

The Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) and Warren County Fire Marshal’s Office (WCFMO) are asking for the public’s help investigating a vehicle fire.

The fire was reported Tuesday around 4:50 pm, in an alley next to the BlueRidge Opportunities Center on South Commerce Avenue.

Authorities say a black, four-door, 2017 Cadillac X-T-S was found on fire.

Two men were seen walking away from the vehicle shortly after the fire was discovered.

One of the men is a white male of average height, with short brown hair and a short brown beard.

He was wearing a white tank top and dark-colored shorts and was carrying a blue tote or laundry basket.

This man was last seen walking toward South Commerce Avenue.

Investigators said the Cadillac was seen traveling westbound on John Marshall Highway from Interstate 66 around 4:20 Tuesday afternoon.

Police and fire officials are asking residents and businesses to review security and doorbell camera footage from roughly 4:20 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, particularly around South Commerce Avenue, South Street, Front Street, Ritenour Street, Short Street, and nearby alleys.

Anyone with information or potentially relevant video is asked to contact Front Royal Police Detective J. Miller or Warren County Fire Marshal’s Captain A. Cucciardo.

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FRPD car chase end in crash

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On Thursday, July 9th at 3 pm officers with the Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) attempted to stop a green Nissan that was reported stolen.

The car failed to stop and fled the scene in the area of Villa and 6th Street, the driver continued at a high rate of speed on to Shenandoah Avenue.

While continuing onto eastbound I-66, the driver recklessly passed several other vehicles.

Just before mile marker 12, the driver exited the road entered a wooded area in the median and crashed.

The driver immediately fled the scene, a passenger also exited the vehicle at this time.

She was briefly detained for questioning before being transported to Warren Memorial Hospital.

The Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Virginia State Police, and the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office assisted in sitting up a perimeter.

The driver was not initially located.

Warren County Sheriff’s Deputies located James R. Lewis a short distance from the crash site.

They took him into custody without further incident.

He was taken to Warren Memorial Hospital and transferred to the RSW Jail.

Mr. Lewis is charged with several different crimes including:

  • Felony disregarding a law enforcement signal to stop.
  • Reckless Driving
  • Obstruction of Justice

More charges are pending.

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Multiple indecent exposures lead to arrest

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The Front Royal Police Department received multiple reports of indecent exposures between the dates of March 18th and 24th, 2026.

During the investigation the three reports, in which all witnesses described the same suspect and review of surveillance footage. James C. Hall, II of Front Royal was arrested.

Hall was arrested and charged with three counts of indecent exposure. He is currently being held at the RSW Jail without bond.

Anyone with any additional information please contact C.R. Gibson at 540-635-2111.

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FRPD confirms arrest for assault charges

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The Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) has confirmed that Larry Lineweaver Jr., wanted in connection with assault and battery charges, was taken into custody on January 15, 2026.

Authorities say Lineweaver is now in custody and no longer considered a threat to the public.

Police thank the community for their help.

If you have any safety concerns or suspicious activity to report it to law enforcement.

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Front Royal First Responders rescue a woman from under a truck

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On October 3  the Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) reports the rescue of a woman from under a truck.

The incident occurred in the 1600 block of North Shenandoah Avenue at approximately 5:40 p.m.

Once on scene officers found that a woman on a mobility scooter had been struck by a Ford F-150.

The woman, a 70-year-old Front Royal resident, was briefly pinned under the vehicle’s front bumper.

Warren County Fire and Rescue was called to the scene and assisted in removing the woman from under the truck.

She was transported to Warren Memorial Hospital and then flown to INOVA Fairfax Hospital for serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers learned through the investigation that the driver of a 2017 Ford F-150 was pulling out of the Sheetz store when the woman crossed in front of the vehicle and was struck.

The incident remains under investigation and anyone with any relevant information is asked to contact the FRPD at 540-635-2111.

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FRPD make an arrest in a stabbing incident

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The Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) report an arrest in a stabbing incident.

On August 29 officers responded to the report of a fight at approximately 7 p.m. in the 200 block Virginia Avenue.

While in route officers were informed that one of the combatants had been stabbed.

On arrival officers found that victim suffering from an obvious stab wound under his left arm.

Emergency Medical crews were called, and aid was immediately rendered to the victim by officers until medical arrived.

The victim was able to identify his assailant who was still at the scene.

Jordan James Hall was detained and following a thorough investigation charged with aggravated malicious wounding.

Hall is a 21-year-old Front Royal resident who was uninjured in the incident.

The victim was transported to Warren Memorial Hospital than to Winchester Medical Center for additional treatment.

A follow-up investigation is in progress and anyone with any relevant information is encouraged to contact the FRPD at 540-636-2208.

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Summer is almost over but DUI’s last forever

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The Front Royal Police Department is reminding citizens that this Labor Day weekend everyone should be taking a pledge of responsibility.

If you plan to drink, plan your way home.

Otherwise, you may risk it all.

Summer may be almost over, but DUI’s last forever.

Be responsible and do not drink and drive!

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FRPD update incident of inappropriate behavior from August 14

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The Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) report the conclusion of their investigation of an inappropriate behavior incident from August 14.

Thanks to citizen input a man being sought was identified and interviewed.

The man was accused of approaching 2 juveniles and touching one in the Leach Run Parkway area.

All parties involved in the incident have been interviewed now.

After those interviews and consultation with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office no charges are being pursued.

After the consultation it was determined that prosecution would be declined.

The FRPD appreciates the public’s prompt response to this and leads in any investigation.

As always if you see something say something.

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Front Royal Police seek man accused of inappropriate behavior.

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Front Royal Police Department opened an investigation into the improper interaction between an adult male and a juvenile.

On Thursday August 14th Around 4:30p.m. an adult male approached the juvenile who was running on Leach Run Parkway.

The male reportedly grabbed the girl by the wrist.

The female told the male she had to leave, and he allowed her to go.

Authorities found that a second juvenile had a similar experience with the same man.

After canvassing the neighborhood witnesses reported being familiar with the man who is often seen walking the area.

The man is described as in his late 70’s of middle eastern descent with white hair and slim build.

He was last seen wearing a grey flannel shirt and pants.

The man’s intentions are unknown and Front Royal Police would like to speak to him.

Anyone with any information on the subject is asked to contact Sergeant K.E. Orndorff at 540-635-2111.

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FRPD make an arrest in a non-fatal stabbing incident

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The Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) reports that an arrest has been made in a non-fatal stabbing incident.

Officers responded to the report of the stabbing in the 200 block of East Main Street Front Royal August 8.

On arrival at approximately 11:20 p.m. officers had to force their way into the apartment where both the victim and suspect were found.

Emergency Medical Personnel were called to treat and transport the victim who has been treated and released.

Major Zachary King confirmed by phone that the victim was treated and released from Winchester Medical Center.

The suspect identified as 45-year-old Mellissa Sue Erwin of Ashburn was arrested and transported to Rappahannock Shenandoah Warren Regional Jail.

Erwin has been charged with the felony charge of malicious wounding.

All indications are that this was an isolated incident with no threat to public safety.

The incident remains under investigation and anyone with any relevant information is asked to contact the FRPD at 540-635-2111.

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