Crime/Court
Two Christendom College students charged in campus dorm arson
Christendom College was the site of an early-morning Dec. 6 dorm fire resulting in charges against two male students of the college. Royal Examiner File Photo
Two Christendom College students have been arrested and charged on multiple counts related to a fire reported in a dorm on the college campus in the early-morning hours of Thursday, December 6.
According to a joint Sunday evening press release from Warren County Fire and Rescue and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Ryan Farrell, 23, and Christopher Shanahan, 20, were arrested and charged following an investigation into a fire reported at 5:40 a.m. Thursday morning. According to records of RSW Regional Jail, Farrell was booked at 2:07 p.m. on Friday, December 7, Shanahan about 25 minutes later.
Farrell, of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, and Shanahan of Danville, Pennsylvania were both charged with one count each of the following offenses:
Ryan Farrell, 23, of Bloomsburg, PA – Mug Shot Courtesy RSW Regional Jail
§ 18.2-80. Arson, burning of an occupied building; § 18.2-81 – Arson, burning or destroying personal property; § 18.2-121 – Vandalism, entering property of another for purpose of damaging it; § 18.2-137 – Trespass with intent to damage property or interfere with property rights; § 18.2-96 – Petit larceny, under $200; and § 18.2-415 – Disorderly conduct in public places.
In addition, Shanahan was also charged with one count of Underage Possession of Alcohol, §4.1-305. The arson and vandalism charges are felonies, the others misdemeanors. Both Shanahan and Farrell are currently being held without bond at RSW Regional Jail.
Christopher Shanahan, 20, of Danville, PA – Mug Shot Courtesy RSW Regional Jail
The press release on the incident states: “On Thursday, December 6, 2018, at 5:40 a.m., the Warren County Department of Fire and Rescue Services responded to a reported fire alarm activation at 65 Christendom Drive on the campus of Christendom College.
“Fire and Rescue units arrived on the scene of a three-story dormitory building which had been evacuated by its occupants. A fire was determined to have occurred in the second-floor bathroom of the complex and was extinguished by the building occupants before the arrival of the fire department.
“The cause of the fire was investigated by the Warren County Fire Marshal’s Office which was determined to have been a result of an act of arson. Investigators discovered that additional non-fire related damages had occurred throughout the room and requested the assistance of the Warren County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division.”
No further detail as to a target or motive was available at press time.
According to jail officials, both Farrell and Shanahan were scheduled for video hearings from jail on Monday, December 10. Both were in Warren County General District Court on Tuesday, December 11 for bond hearings.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Fire Marshal Gerry Maiatico at (540) 636-3830 or Sheriffs Officer Investigator Brad Pugh at (540) 635-7100.
Social Media photo posts attributed to Ryan Farrell
Social Media photo posts attributed to Ryan Farrell
Crime/Court
Front Royal man charged and arrested for offense against 14-year-old female
On Wednesday, July 22, 2020, Carlos F. Robinson, 21, of Front Royal, was charged and arrested for §18.2-63 Carnal knowledge of a child between thirteen and fifteen years of age. The incident occurred in the 400 Block of E. Criser Road in the month of June. The victim, a 14-year-old female, came forward in this matter after receiving medical attention. Detectives are continuing the investigation to determine if more potential victims would be willing to come forward.
Carlos F. Robinson. Photo courtesy of RSW Regional Jail.
Mr. Robinson was arrested without incident and transported to the Rappahannock Shenandoah Warren (RSW) Regional Jail where he went before the magistrate and was ordered to be held without bond. A court date for this offense is set for August 13, 2020, at 9:00 am, in Warren County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. Further details regarding this matter cannot be released at this time due to the pending nature of the investigation.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with any further information is asked to contact Front Royal Police Detective M.R. Ramey at (540) 636-2208 or by email at mramey@frontroyalva.com.
Crime/Court
Marys Shady Lane vehicle arson incident, two arrested and charged
Photo courtesy of Warren County Department of Fire and Rescue Services
On Monday, July 20, 2020, at approximately 12:17 am, the Warren County Fire and Rescue Services responded to Mary’s Shady Lane approximately one mile from Happy Creek Road for a reported motor vehicle fire.
Firefighters and Deputy’s from the Warren County Sheriff’s Office arrived on the scene to find a passenger vehicle fully engulfed in flames and a fire spreading to a nearby field. Firefighters were able to quickly contain the blaze and determined that no occupants were in or around the vehicle.
The cause of the fire was investigated by the Warren County Fire Marshal’s Office. Fire Investigators determined the fire was caused by an act of arson. Fire Investigators were joined by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office in a joint investigation.
Ethan N. Potter (19 years of age), of Front Royal
As a result of the investigation, Mr. Ethan N. Potter (19 years of age), of Front Royal, and Mr. Nicholas A. Wright (21 years of age), of Front Royal, were both arrested and charged in connection with the fire incident. Both Potter and Wright have been charged with a single felony count of §18.2-81. Burning or destroying personal property, standing grain, etc. Mr. Wright was also charged with a single misdemeanor count of §18.2-460. Obstructing justice; resisting arrest; fleeing from a law enforcement officer. Both Potter and Wright appeared before a magistrate and were released on a secured bond.
Nicholas A. Wright (21 years of age), of Front Royal
Anyone with additional information regarding this incident is asked to contact Fire Marshal Gerry Maiatico at 540-636-3830 or Sheriff’s Office Deputy Anthony Stevens 540-635-4128.
Crime/Court
Front Royal woman charged in assault of 2-year-old in her care
Candice L. McCartney. Photo courtesy of RSW Jail
On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, Candice L. McCartney, 28, of Front Royal, was charged with § 40.1-103 Cruelty and Injuries to Children and § 18.2-57.2 Assault and Battery Against a Family Member. The victim is a 2-year-old child who was in McCartney’s care when the alleged incident occurred. The alleged assault occurred in the 300 block of Ritenour Street on July 13, 2020. A forensic examination of the child was conducted by Winchester Medical Center for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
McCartney was arrested without incident and transported to the Rappahannock Shenandoah Warren (RSW) Regional Jail where she went before the magistrate and was held on a secure bond. A court date for this offense is set for August 13, 2020, at 9:00 am, in Warren County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. Further details regarding this matter cannot be released at this time due to the pending nature of the investigation.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with any further information is asked to contact Front Royal Police Detective M.R. Ramey at (540) 636-2208 or by email at mramey@frontroyalva.com.
Crime/Court
Two Dinwiddie, VA men arrested; firearms, felony assault, outstanding warrants & more
On Sunday, June 28th at approximately 02:21 AM, Deputy C. Clatterbuck, and Deputy R. Burleson conducted a traffic stop on Fort Valley Road in the area of the Shenandoah County line. During the stop, it was found that the driver of the vehicle was wanted out of another jurisdiction.
Another vehicle arrived at the scene that was traveling with the vehicle on the traffic stop. While Clatterbuck was interacting with the second vehicle, Clatterbuck heard a series of gunshots in the woods near him. After a few minutes, Clatterbuck heard a second round of gunshots in the woods closer to him. After investigation, it was found that the gunshots came from a male occupant of the second vehicle.
Dakota M. Davis, 20, of Dinwiddie, VA. Photo courtesy of RSW Jail.
The male occupant, identified as Dakota M. Davis, 20, of Dinwiddie, VA, was taken into custody a short time later without incident. Davis was charged with 4.1-305 Underage Possession of Alcohol, 18.2-460 Obstruction of Justice, 18.2-56.1 Reckless Handling of a Firearm, 18.2-57 Felony Assault of LEO X2, and 18.2-388 Public Intoxication.
Michael C. Scites, 38, of Dinwiddie, VA. Photo courtesy of RSW Jail.
The male driver, identified as Michael C. Scites, 38, of Dinwiddie, VA, was taken into custody without incident. Scites was charged with 46.2-301 Driving Suspended/Revoked 3rd or subsequent offense, 18.2-250.1 possession of marijuana, and served with his outstanding warrants out of Henrico County.
Both Davis and Scites were held without bond and are currently at RSW Regional Jail. Warren County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Front Royal Police Department, Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office and Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office we would like to thank these agencies for their assistance.
Crime/Court
Virginia Beach man arrested on charge of transmitting in interstate commerce a threat to injure or kill U.S. Senator
Dylan Stephen Jayne, 37, of Virginia Beach, Va., was arrested yesterday on a federal criminal complaint and charged with one count of transmitting a threat via interstate commerce by leaving a voicemail message and threatening to kill a United States Senator. Photo courtesy of Western Tidewater Regional Jail.
A Virginia man, who allegedly transmitted a threat via interstate commerce to kill a United States Senator, was arrested yesterday in Virginia Beach on a federal criminal complaint. United States Attorney Thomas T. Cullen and U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven A. Sund made the announcement today following the defendant’s initial court appearance this afternoon.
Dylan Stephen Jayne, 37, of Virginia Beach, Va., was arrested yesterday on a federal criminal complaint and charged with one count of transmitting a threat via interstate commerce by leaving a voicemail message and threatening to kill a United States Senator.
According to court documents, on the morning of September 2, 2019, Jayne called the Abingdon office of United States Senator Mark Warner and threatened to kill the Senator regarding Jayne’s perceived lack of receiving Social Security payments.
The investigation of this matter is being conducted by the United States Capitol Police, and the Burlington, Vermont Police Department. The Virginia Beach Police Department and U.S. Marshals Service assisted in the apprehension of the suspect. Assistant United States Attorney Jennifer R. Bockhorst is prosecuting the case for the United States.
A criminal complaint is only a charge and not evidence of guilt. All defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty.
Crime/Court
Two Frederick County residents charged in Bealton murder investigation
On Sunday, June 21, the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office announced two additional arrests in the suspicious death investigation of a woman found deceased in Bealton on June 18. As previously reported, on Saturday, June 20, Melody Dawn Glascock, 54, was arrested by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office on charges of 1st Degree Murder and Obstruction of Justice, concealing evidence of a felony. Glascock was initially being held without bond in Rappahannock-Shenandoah-Warren (RSW) Regional Jail.
Now lead investigative agency Fauquier County has announced that two Stephens City residents have been arrested by Frederick County authorities on charges related to the Bealton murder investigation.
James Samuel Embrey III, 20, and Maria Dawn Embrey, 40, have been charged with Conspiracy to Commit Murder and are being held in the Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center.
James Samuel Embrey III, 20
Maria Dawn Embrey, 40
The Fauquier Sheriff’s release states that “It is alleged that Melody Dawn Glascock conspired with both James Embrey and Maria Embrey to commit the murder of Kelly Marie Gray,” the release states.
Previously the deceased Bealton individual had only been identified as a 40-year-old woman with severe trauma to her abdomen area. The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office report on the response to Gray’s residence states, “On Thursday, June 18, 2020, deputies responded to Gray’s apartment where she was found by a family member suffering from severe trauma to the torso. The homicide investigation quickly revealed suspects.”
Melody Dawn Glascock
It was also announced that Glascock was transferred over the weekend to the Fauquier County Adult Detention Center in Warrenton, where she remains incarcerated without bond. She now faces a third charge, conspiracy to commit murder.
UPDATE: Fauquier Sheriff ties Warren murder arrest to Bealton investigation