Fatal Shooting Of Teen At Woodbridge Pool Results In Conviction

WOODBRIDGE, VA — A man has been convicted of an August 2023 killing outside a community pool in Woodbridge, according to the Prince William County Commonwealth's Attorney's office.

A jury found Jordan Sickels, 23, guilty of second-degree murder, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and robbery resulting in death. The charges stemmed from a shooting on Aug. 12, 2023, which killed Roberto Martinez Inglis, 17.

"My heart goes out to the family and friends of Roberto Martinez Ingis, the 17-year-old who was murdered by the Defendant," said Commonwealth's Attorney Amy Ashworth. "While this verdict is an important step in holding the Defendant accountable, it does nothing to alleviate the pain of losing a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend. Now that the trial is over, we will focus on getting a sentence that is fair and just."

On Aug. 12, 2023, Prince William County Police had responded to a shooting at a community pool and found the teen with gunshot wounds to the head and hand.

Security footage provided by the pool showed two vehicles enter the parking lot. Three suspects had exited one vehicle and entered the one the victim was driving. After a few minutes, the footage showed a shot go through the car's front windshield. The three suspects left the car and fled in the other vehicle at a high speed.

According to prosecutors, investigations revealed the suspects planned to sell a gun to the teen. During the encounter, Sickels robbed and shot the victim. Police found blood-stained money from the crime scene while carrying out a search warrant.

A victim witness case manager provided assistance to the victim's family.

Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 10.