Domestic violence accounted for 36 percent of victim fatalities in Prince William County in 2024, with two perpetrator murder-suicides, exceeding the national average of approximately 20 percent. In response, the […]
On Wed., Dec. 10, 2025, Prince William County Police Chief Peter Newsham recognized several department members during a promotion ceremony. Since the last promotion ceremony, 11 sworn and professional staff […]
Prince William County Police Department reminds residents that everyone plays a role in preventing crime in our communities. One persistent problem that can be tackled easily is larcenies from vehicles. […]
We are pleased to share that the Prince William County Police Department collected 254 pounds of unused and/or expired prescription drugs as well as e-cigarette and vaping devices as part […]
We are pleased to share that the Prince William County Police Department recently received the results of a Community Satisfaction Survey conducted earlier this year. The survey was part of […]
From paid loot boxes in video games to advertisements for sports betting websites during Sunday football, gambling is more prevalent in our lives and communities than any other point in […]
The proposed Panhandling Response Initiative offered a compassionate, practical solution to a complex problem in our community. Developed by a diverse group of county stakeholders—spanning members of the County’s community […]
Pay Increases & Policy Shifts Help Police Fill & Diversify Ranks The staffing shortages impacting many industries have hit law enforcement particularly hard, and Prince William County is no exception. […]
Thank you to Prince William County Police Department, PWC Fire & Rescue, and PWC Sheriff’s Office for another wonderful National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1. I was able to […]
Following a three-month study, and committed to making our roads safer, I am proud to have been among the Supervisors who voted to implement a photo enforcement pilot program, giving […]
