FRPD make an arrest of another potential predator
The Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) report the arrest of another potential predator.
July 29 FRPD Detectives initiated an investigation regarding the solicitation of minors in Warren County.
An adult male began soliciting a person he thought was a 15-year-old who in reality was an undercover officer.
The male suspect sent unsolicited sexually explicit materials to the officer.
A meeting place was arranged within Front Royal with the male traveling to meet the person.
Upon arrival Garrett A. Wright of Martinsburg West Virginia was arrested July 31.
The 30-year-old Wright faces charges of use of a communications system to facilitate certain offenses involving children and a second offense of taking indecent liberties with children.
Wright is being held without bond in the Rappahannock Shenandoah Warren Regional Jail with an August 24 9 a.m. Warren County court date.
The FRPD is an active member of the Northern Virginia DC Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
Anyone with any information regarding this case or any case involving the solicitation or exploitation of minors should contact the FRPD.
Information should be directed to Detective M.R. Ramey at 540-636-2208 or by email at mramey@frontroyalva.com.
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FRPD arrests Natural Bridge man for solicitation of minors
Front Royal Police detectives report the conclusion of an investigation that began March 21st regarding the solicitation of minors in the Front Royal area.
An adult male suspect sent sexually explicit material to a detective who was posing as a female under the age of 15.
The initial conversation was unsolicited and started by the offender.
Through the investigation, detectives identified the man as Douglas Hatcher, 49, of Natural Bridge.
Rockbridge County Sheriff’s assisted in the arrest at Hatcher’s home on April 7th for five charges of using communication systems to facilitate certain offenses involving children.
He is being held without bond at Rockbridge Regional Jail.
His court date is April 20,2023 at 9 am in Warren County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.
This arrest was apart of FRPDs efforts in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force coordinated by the Virginia State Police.
Anyone with further information on this case should contact Detective M.R. Ramey at (540) 636-2208 or by email at mramey@frontroyalva.com.
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FRPD seeks help identifying individuals
The Front Royal Police Department is seeking the publicâs help in identifying two individuals.
FRPD is searching for the pair due to an incident that occurred at Rural King on South Street on February 6th between 10:30 AM and 11:05 AM.
One subject is described as a white female in dark pants and a maroon fleece jacket with a bandana covering her face, a black beanie and red/white Converse shoes.
The other is described as a light skin black male, wearing dark pants, a gray jacket, black beanie, a disposable face mask, and gray shoes.
They were observed leaving in a dark colored, 4 door, SUV.
A link to security camera photos of the individuals are available here.
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Bristol man arrested for soliciting local minors
Detectives from the Front Royal Police Department began an investigation regarding the solicitation of minors in the area on January 14, 2023.
An undercover operation ensued where an adult male began soliciting a detective who he believed was a 15 year old female for photographs and sexually explicit material.
The suspect was identified as 29 year old Michael T. Houchins II of Bristol, VA.
He was arrested at his home by the Bristol Virginia Police Department on February 9th for the use of communications systems to facilitate certain offenses involving children.
Houchins was transported to Southwest Regional Jail where he is being held without bond.
His court date is set for March 2nd, 2023 at 9:00 am in the Warren County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.
FRPD is an active member in the Northern Virginia/DC Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force which is coordinated by the Virginia State Police.
If you have any information regarding this case or any other solicitation or exploitation of minors, contact the Front Royal Police Department.
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FRPD makes arrest for solicitation of minors
The Front Royal Police Department conducted an investigation as a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force regarding the solicitation of minors in the area.
Officers concluded the investigation with the arrest of Sean Kreinsen, 28, of Smithfield.
An undercover operation began after Kreinsen contacted an officer posing as a female under 15 years old unsolicited and sent sexually explicit material.
Kreinsen was arrested by the Isle of Wight Sheriff’s Office and then transported to Western Tidewater Regional Jail where he is held without bond.
His court date is set for October 13th at the Warren County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.
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FRPD arrest suspect involved in the Ressie Jeffries lockdown
Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) report an arrest of the suspect that caused the lockdown of Ressie Jeffries Elementary School and Samuel’s Public Library Mon. Aug. 22.
After brandishing a firearm in the Royal Plaza Shopping center during a reported fight a suspect fled towards Criser Road.
Warren County Sheriff’s Office’s  Canine Unit was called in to track the subject who was first tracked to Samuel’s Public Library.
Authorities searched the Library but did not find the subject and were able to continue to track him to near Royal Arms Apartments.
Following credible information from citizens Police were able to arrest Mathew Grajeda at Royal Arms Apartments Tues. Aug. 23.
The weapon Grajeda is accused of brandishing was also found and the arrest occurred without incident.
Grajeda has been charged with brandishing that firearm, obstruction of justice and reckless handling of a firearm.
Further investigation revealed that Grajeda failed to appear in court and was served an outstanding capias from Chesapeake Virginia.
The Front Royal Police Department thanks the public for their assistance in the investigation leading to a quick resolution of the incident.
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FRPD investigates gunshot death
A news release from the Front Royal Police Department confirms the investigation of a body found in Front Royal.
The Front Royal Police Department responded to a call on North Shenandoah Avenue at 10:30 on Thursday, June 30th.
Officers arriving at the scene discovered a 41 year old white male in the grassy area between First Bank and United Bank.
The person died from what is suspected to be a self inflicted gunshot wound.
The individual is not believed to be associated with the banks and walked there from a nearby hotel.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is investigating the incident.
Anyone with information should contact Detective T. A. Smith of the FRPD at 540-636-2208 or email tasmith@frontroyalva.com.Â
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FRPD makes arrest for child pornography
An 8 month investigation came to an end when Front Royal Police arrested and charged Richard E. Jones Jr with 20 felony counts of Possession of Child Pornography.
In October, officers executed a search warrant on a residence on Accomac Drive and seized electronic devices.
After completing and extraction on the devices, over 400 images were discovered.
The 41 year old man is being held without bond at the RSW Regional Jail.
His court date is set for July 28th in the Warren County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.
Anyone with information on the case should contact Detective T. A. Smith of the FRPD.
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Two arrested with children after high speed chase
An email from Captain Crystal Cline of the Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) confirms the arrest of two suspects after a high speed chase.
A FRPD Officer attempted to stop a vehicle speeding in the 1100 block of John Marshall Highway early Sat. morning Apr. 16.
The vehicle was recorded going 73 miles per hour (MPH) in a 25 mph zone.
After pursuit began the vehicle increased to speeds of up to 110 mph.
The driver of the speeding vehicle rear ended another vehicle forcing airbag deployment and the vehicle to stop in the 2600 block of John Marshall Highway.
The driver Devin Miales and passenger Jamiah Mills both of Maryland were found to have 2 under restrained 2 year old children in the vehicle.
Warren County Fire and Rescue (WCFR) transported the children to Warren Memorial Hospital for evaluation.
Warren County Social Services was called to assist with the children.
Further investigation recovered a loaded 9 millimeter ghost gun with an extended magazine in the vehicle.
Several thousand dollars in cash was also recovered in the investigation.
The couple was found to have over 70 capsules of what is believed to be narcotics along with a second hand gun.
The couple is currently being held in the regional jail without bond.
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Town of Front Royal Hometown Halloween and Trick or Treating hours
A town of Front Royal Police Department news release reports the town trick or treating hours for this year will be Sun. Oct. 31 from 6 to 9 p.m..
The Police Department recommends parents travel with their children, wear reflective clothing, carry a flashlight and go to only homes with porch lights on.
The Hometown Halloween celebration will also be taking place at the Main Street Gazebo for a family friendly safe celebration.
The Front Royal Police will also be adding additional patrols to ensure community safety.
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