Prince William County Police Department VALOROUS MERIT AWARD

OnJanuary 31, 2022, Public Safety Communications dispatched patrol units to a residence on Allspice Court in reference to a stabbing. The incident involved a suspect who had stabbed his fiancé multiple times. While units were en route, Communications advised they had an open-line and could hear the victim pleading with the suspect to, “Please stop”. The victim also advised she was unable to move or get away from the suspect due to her injuries.

Officers Huber, Centifonti and Weber arrived on-scene within minutes. These officers coordinated their approach to the residence without delay, knowing the victim’s life was in immediate danger. Commands were given and the suspect was challenged and quickly taken into custody. Upon securing the suspect, officers entered the residence and utilized their Department-issued trauma kit to immediately begin providing first aid to the victim who had suffered approximately 20 stab wounds. The victim was ultimately flown to Fairfax Hospital and survived.

The outstanding teamwork and communication displayed led to the timely apprehension of a violent suspect who had just committed a heinous act against a member of the community. Each officer was courageous in their response to this constantly evolving scene and their effective communication amongst themselves resulted in a violent criminal being taken off the streets and immediate first aid care provided to a victim in need.