Dumfries Sexual Assault In Vehicle Prompts Search For Suspect

DUMFRIES, VA — A sexual assault in a car in Dumfries Sunday has Prince William County Police working to identify a suspect.

The assault happened around 2:17 a.m. Sunday in the 17000 block of Richmond Highway in Dumfries. Police say a 45-year-old man was asleep in a parked van and awoke to a man entering the vehicle. The man sexually assaulted the victim before fleeing in a dark-colored sedan.

The victim called police and was treated at a hospital.

Police have provided a sketch of the suspect based on a description. The suspect was described as a tall Black man around 35 to 40 years old with a shaved head, goatee and tattoo on his forearm. He was wearing khaki pants, no shirt and flip-flops.

Below are other notable incidents reported to Prince William County Police in Wednesday's crime report. Anyone with information about an incident can contact the Prince William County Police Department tip line at 703-792-7000 or submit a tip to pwcva.gov/policetip.

Felony Child Neglect: On August 30, detectives concluded an investigation into a child
neglect that was reported to have occurred at the Woodbridge Station Apartments located
in the 1300 block of Eisenhower Cl. in Woodbridge (22191) on August 17. The investigation
revealed hot water was spilled onto the victim, a 5-year-old girl, while in the care of her
mother, identified as the accused. The child was treated at an area hospital with severe
burns. Further investigation revealed the victim was burned in a similar manner previously
and appropriate safety precautions had not been taken. Following the investigation, the
accused, identified as Julia Joyce Williams, was arrested.
Arrested on August 30: Julia Joyce Williams, 36, of Woodbridge
Charged with felony child neglect
Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unavailable

Strong-Arm Robbery: On August 31 at 4:41PM, officers responded to Veterans Park located at 14300 Veterans Dr. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a robbery. The investigation revealed the victim, a 15-year-old male juvenile, and three other males, possibly juveniles, were at the basketball courts when a verbal altercation escalated. During the encounter, one of the suspects struck the victim multiple times before a second suspect brandished a knife. The suspects took the victim’s shoes and skateboard before leaving. Minor injuries were reported. This incident does not appear random.

Residential Burglary: On August 31 at 11:04PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 12100 block of Derriford Ct. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a burglary. The investigation revealed forced entry was made into the home through a window which was found damaged. Jewelry and an undisclosed amount of money were reported missing.

Reckless Handling of a Firearm | Road Rage Related: On August 31 at 11:35AM, officers
responded to the 14800 block of Winding Lp. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shots
fired call. The investigation revealed the victim, a 61-year-old man, was driving in the area
of Maryland Ave. when he was involved in a road rage incident with the driver of another
vehicle, later identified as the accused. Both drivers drove to the above location where a
verbal altercation escalated when the accused brandished a firearm. At one point during
the encounter, the accused fired multiple rounds into the air before the victim drove away
and contacted the police. No injuries or property damage were reported. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Christopher Allen Garvin, was arrested.
Arrested on August 31: Christopher Allen GARVIN, 30, of 14815 Winding Lp. in Woodbridge
Charged with reckless handling of a firearm and brandishing of a firearm
Court Date: Pending | Bond: $2,000 Unsecured

Indecent Exposure: On September 3 at 2:06PM, officers responded to the Sherbrooke Condominiums located in the 12200 block of Ladymeade Ct. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate an indecent exposure. The investigation revealed the victim, a 66-year-old woman, was near the community trash collection area when she was approached by an unknown man. During the encounter, the suspect exposed himself to the victim before leaving in a silver Toyota Prius. The victim went to a nearby residence where police were contacted. No injuries were reported.
Suspect Description: A black male with short hair Last seen wearing a yellow spotted shirt and black jeans.