Fire destroys building at Luray campground

Luray Fire

An early Friday morning fire destroyed the arcade and snack shop building at the Yogi Bear Campground in Luray.

The Luray Fire Department says crews were dispatched around 2:45 a.m. and arrived to find the structure fully engulfed in flames.

Firefighters from Stanley and Shenandoah, along with Page County EMS, assisted at the scene.

The building has been declared a total loss.

Firefighters remained on scene late into the morning conducting overhaul operations.

No injuries were reported, traffic was not affected, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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Two arrested in fatal shooting

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old Manassas man earlier this month.

Prince William County Police say 18-year-old Markiss Medrano and a 16-year-old juvenile, both of Manassas, are charged with second degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.

The victim was shot June 15th inside the Bull Run Mobile Home Community and later died at the scene.

Police say the shooting was not random, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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Fatality in Berkeley County

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Authorities in Berkeley County are investigating a fatal crash involving a juvenile and a motorcycle. 

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office says the incident happened Thursday evening at the intersection of Arden Nollville Road and Cambrian Court. 

A 12-year-old was struck while riding an electric scooter and was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Deputies say the motorcycle operator remained on site and was also injured. 

Investigators believe the child entered the roadway into the path of the motorcycle. 

The crash remains under investigation.

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Narcotics investigation in Page County

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Authorities in Shenandoah executed a search warrant Tuesday morning as part of a narcotics investigation.

Around 9 a.m., members of the Page County Sheriff’s Office Drug Interdiction Unit and Emergency Response Team, along with officers from the Shenandoah Police Department, searched a home within the town limits.

One person was taken into custody and charged with possession of a Schedule One or Two controlled substance.

During the search, investigators say suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl were recovered.

One substance field-tested positive for meth, while the other has been sent to a lab for further testing.

Authorities say additional charges could be pending as the investigation continues.

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FCSO investigating fatal vehicle crash

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The Traffic Unit of the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) reports the investigation of a vehicle crash.

The crash occurred on Thursday February 5th as the Fauquier County Emergency Communication Center received a call about the crash on Meetze Road between Old Meetze Road and Rodgers Drive.

A Toyota Corolla traveling southbound on Meetze Road collided with a pick-up truck that was operated by Dominion Energy.

The driver of the Dominion Energy truck did not require immediate medical assistance.

The driver of the Toyota identified as a woman from Midland was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.

Authorities’ investigation into the cause of this crash is still ongoing.

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Mechanicsville man killed in Prince George head-on crash

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The Prince George Police Department is conducting an investigation into a fatal head-on collision that occurred Friday morning on Courtland Road.

The crash was reported at approximately 6:40 a.m. in the 4500 block.

According to a preliminary investigation, a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado traveling westbound lost control, crossed the centerline, and collided with an eastbound 2006 Toyota Camry.

The driver of the Camry, identified as 59-year-old Douglas E. Smith of Mechanicsville, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the Silverado was uninjured.

Police officials indicate that weather and road conditions are considered contributing factors, though investigators have found no signs of reckless driving or impairment by either driver.

The department’s Crash Reconstruction Team is handling the ongoing investigation. Prince George Police have extended their condolences to Smith’s family and friends.

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Augusta County Sheriff’s makes arrest in abduction case

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The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office reports the investigation and subsequent arrest of an individual after a report of a female being held against her will.

Authorities responded to an area around the 400 block of Sandy Ridge Road where the female victim was allegedly held.

The victim was interviewed and then transported for medical treatment.

After the initiation of an investigation, authorities from Augusta County obtained warrants for Ronald L. King for charges of abduction of force and rape by force threat or intimidation.

King was arrested at his home.

This remains an active investigation.

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FCSO arrests four after reported larceny

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Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of four individuals after a larceny took place on Friday.

Authorities were dispatched to the 4200 block of Lee Highway during a reported larceny that was in progress.

During the initial investigation authorities discovered a suspicious vehicle near the scene of the crime which was occupied by two individuals that matched a description that was conveyed by the caller who reported this incident.

There were narcotics and paraphernalia discovered in the vehicle along with stolen property that was located near the vehicle.

All individuals were detained without any further incident. The individuals are identified as Thomas Lerchenfield, Kalila Saa, Antonio Harris and Bobby Leinbaugh. All four were arrested and charged with possession of burglarious tools, petit larceny and drunk in public.

There were an additional three warrants served to Saa from Stafford and Washington County and was also an additional identity theft charge.

All individuals are currently being held at Fauquier County Adult Detention Center without bond and additional charges are pending.

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Leesburg Police charges juvenile in connection to shooting

Leesburg Police department reports that they have charged a juvenile from Pennsylvania in connection to a shooting investigation.

This incident occurred on October 1st when a firearm was discharged in the 700 block of E. Market Street.

The juvenile subject has been charged with two counts of brandishing a firearm, assault, carrying a concealed firearm and possession of a firearm by a juvenile.

These charges stem from this incident resulting in the arrest of D’Angelo E. Bland which is still being investigated.

Additionally authorities charged a third individual in connection to this incident.

Elijah Crosby was charged with one count of possessing a concealed firearm.

The investigation into this incident is still ongoing.

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Purcellville Police investigating hit and run

The Purcellville Police Department reports the investigation into an incident where a SUV struck a juvenile riding a bicycle.

This incident took place around 12:15 on Saturday November 22nd around the area of Silcott Springs Road near Wintergreen Drive.

Authorities are looking for a dark grey colored vehicle and seeking information on the individual driving.

If anyone has any additional information regarding this incident they are encouraged to contact Purcellville Police Department.

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