“18-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot in Woodbridge; Homicide Investigation Underway”

On July 18, 2023, an unfortunate incident took place in Woodbridge, resulting in the death of an 18-year-old man who was shot. The Prince William County Police responded to a shooting in the 14100 block of Big Crest Ln in Woodbridge. The investigation revealed that the victim and a juvenile acquaintance were in the area when the victim was shot in the upper body.

After the shooting, the acquaintance contacted the police to report the incident before disconnecting and leaving the area. Initially, the officers were unable to locate the involved parties or a crime scene. However, while investigating the incident, both the victim and the acquaintance arrived at a hospital in another jurisdiction, where they were connected to the altercation in Prince William County.

The victim was then flown to a trauma center, but unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries later in the morning. The acquaintance, thankfully, did not sustain any injuries during the encounter. The police believe that the shooting was not random and are actively following up on leads to determine what led up to the incident.

The police have requested anyone with information about the investigation to come forward and contact them at 703-792-6500 or submit a tip online at pwcva.gov/policetip. The identity of the deceased will be released after notification of the next-of-kin.

This tragic incident highlights the importance of community involvement in helping the police solve crimes. It is crucial for residents to provide any information they may have that could assist in the investigation. By working together, we can ensure that justice is served and prevent such incidents from happening in the future.

Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of the young man who lost his life in this senseless act of violence. May they find strength and comfort during this difficult time..