🌱 Bomb Threat At Potomac High + PWCPD 'Walk And Watch' Program

Hey, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Woodbridge Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town today.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 80 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Woodbridge today:

1. A Woodbridge woman was arrested and a Fredericksburg man is wanted by police after a domestic dispute call led to the discovery of four unsecured firearms and suspected illegal narcotics in the apartment — which also had four children under 8 years old. Antionett Jewel Scott, 29, was charged with several offenses including child neglect, possession of a stolen property, and possession of illegal substances and firearms. Jerrell Chirstopher Johnson, 32, was charged with brandishing and violating a protective order; attempts to locate Johnson have been unsuccessful thus far. Authorities report the children were unharmed and are currently under the care of a family member. (Inside NoVA)
2. A Woodbridge student was charged after allegedly leaving a package and a bomb threat on a teacher's desk at Potomac High School last Thursday. An explosive disposal team from Virginia State Police, as well as a K-9 officer, determined the suspicious package was not a threat to the school. The student, whose name is not being publicly released, was charged and arrested, then taken to the Prince William County Juvenile Detention Center Friday morning. (Woodbridge Patch)
3. The Prince William County Police Department reminds the community of its "Walk and Watch" community partnership program, which aims to use dog walkers as additional eyes and ears to report any suspicious activities. Officials encourage walkers to stay alert and report any suspicious people, vehicles, or activities to the department immediately. Citizens can call the emergency 9-1-1 or non-emergency 703-792-6500 numbers, or contact the Prince William County Police Department's Crime Prevention Unit at 703-792-7270. (Prince William County Police Department via Facebook)

Today in Woodbridge:

• Preschool Story Time - Potomac Community Library (10:30 AM)
• English Conversation - Potomac Community Library (11:30 AM)
• Pop-Up Classes - YogaSix (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Prince William County Public Schools shouted out the stock-savvy students of Bull Run and Marsteller Middle Schools earning top honors in The Stock Market Game™️ Regional Competitions. (Prince William County Public Schools via Facebook)
• The 2023 Polar Plunge to benefit the Virginia Special Olympics was a great success, raising more than $110,000 for our athletes. The event was held right here in Woodbridge at Leesylvania State Park. (Prince William County Police Department via Facebook)
• This is your final chance to sign up for Prince William County Parks and Recreation's spring break camps! Those who are interested are encouraged to sign up quickly, as spots are limited. (Prince William County Parks, Recreation & Tourism via Facebook)

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That's it for today! See you soon for another update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.