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AJ Goldbloom

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agoldbloom@dailyvoice.com

A Baltimore, MD, native and happy owner of a Weimaraner puppy named Commander, AJ graduated from the University of Maryland's Philip Merrill College of Journalism where she did everything from writing to camera work to voiceovers to editing. She was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Police & Fire

Lorton Motorcyclist Dies From Injuries After Head-On Collision: Police A 43-year-old motorcyclist from Lorton died after he collided with another vehicle, police said.At around 5:45 p.m. on August 14, Abdul Lee was riding his motorcycle near Devereux Station Lane, when he crossed the double yellow lines on the road and crashed head on with a Jeep, according to the Fairfax County Police Department. Authorities said the driver of the Jeep, who as unharmed, remained on the scene and Lee was pronounced dead at the scene. Law enforcement did not believe alcohol was a factor, but continued to investigate if speed was a factor in this incident, officials report…

by AJ Goldbloom

08/15/2022

Police & Fire

D.C. Police Offer $25K For Information On Fatal Stabbing Incident Police are offering a $25,000 reward for information on a recent homicide suspect in D.C., officials said.On August 14 at around 9:45 p.m., officers responded to the 3900 block of 4th Street, where they found a female victim suffering from stab wounds, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene, was identified as Cynthia Parker, officials reported. Anyone with information on the incident or the suspect is eligible for a $25,000 reward, and should contact police at 202-727-9099.

by AJ Goldbloom

08/15/2022

Police & Fire

Family Seeks Help Finding Arlington Man Missing For Over Two Weeks Arlington County police are asking the public's help in finding a missing 28-year-old, officials said.Arefat Surur last spoke with family on July 30 and was last seen in the the 1400 block of 28th Street, according to the Arlington County Police Department. He was described as a black male, 5'6 and 135 pounds, with black hair, police reported. Authorities said he was believed to have left the Arlington area in a 2016 silver Toyota, with a Virginia license plate UZS-6307, heading toward West Virginia. His family is deeply concerned for his mental and physical wellbeing, and are asking …

by AJ Goldbloom

08/15/2022

Obituaries

Virginia Native, Army Veteran Brigette Lorraine Oden Dies Suddenly, 26 Friends and family of Brigette Lorraine Oden remember her as a passionate young woman who served her family and her country. The 26-year-old died unexpectedly on July 16, leaving behind a loving family and many friends, her obituary said. As a young adult from Virginia Beach, Oden left home to graduate from West Virginia University, and later receive a graduate degree in legal studies from Regent University, according to a GoFundMe page created in her honor. She began her professional career as a paralegal specialist in the rank of Staff Sergeant in the West Virginia Army National Guard…

by AJ Goldbloom

08/14/2022

News

Actors Wanted For Comedy Shorts Filming In Northern VA A new YouTube comedy series, 'Bullpen', is looking to hire actors in the Alexandria area. The four-minute comedy shorts involve four pitchers and a coach in a bullpen, according to Backstage.com. Producers Chris Carvalho and Chris Plaushin, who recently created another film that has won multiple awards, are seeking actors between the ages of 18-60, the website said. All actors will receive around $100 to $200 a day and must have some background in comedy work, Backstage.com detailed. Click here for additional audition materials and role descriptions from Backstage.com.

by AJ Goldbloom

08/14/2022

Police & Fire

Oakton Woman Dies After Hitting Tree In Fatal Motorcycle Accident: Police An Oakton motorcyclist died of her injuries after crashing into a tree, police said.At around 1:30 p.m. on August 13, Brooke Shambeck, 56, was driving her motorcycle near Joplin Rd. near Mile Marker 18, when she lost control of her bike in a sharp turn, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Shambeck crossed the double yellow lines and subsequently drove into a tree off the road, law enforcement said. She was transported to a local hospital where she later died of her injuries, police reported. "Physically, I am shaking. Emotionally, I am empty. I have no words." …

by AJ Goldbloom

08/14/2022

Police & Fire

DC Domestic Violence Suspect Left With Gunshot Wounds After Police Chase A domestic violence assault suspect in D.C. was wounded after officers opened fire in a chase, officials said. At around 7 p.m. on August 10, police responded to a residence in the 1900 block of Savannah Street where they found the victim of a recent domestic violence attack involving a gun, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Law enforcement chased the suspect, who fled the scene, and demanded he drop his firearm, police said. An officer fired his gun, striking the victim once, before shooting him again after he refused to put his weapon down, officials reported.&…

by AJ Goldbloom

08/14/2022

News

DC Man Admits To Trafficking Homeless Teen For MD Prostitution Business A D.C. man pleaded guilty to trafficking a 15-year-old homeless girl to work as his prostitute, officials said. Sirron Little, 31, admitted to recruiting a homeless teenager to give him sexual favors for money in 2018, according to U.S. Attorney's Office. Little also posted inappropriate photos of the victim online and arranged dates with her and clients for sexual acts, authorities said. Originally, Little arranged for the teen to meet clients in their cars, but later advanced his business to having her meet clients in local motels, officials reported. The victim did not make any of the …

by AJ Goldbloom

08/12/2022

Police & Fire

Lorton 20-Year-Old Turns Herself In After Single-Car Crash Kills Her Passenger On August 11, a Lorton 20-year-old turned herself into police after she caused a single-car accident while under the influence back in May, police said. Sara Flores was driving her 2005 Toyota traveling on Manchester Boulevard near Silver Lakes Boulevard, when she veered off the road and hit a telephone pole, according to Fairfax County police. The front passenger, Danight Girmay, 20, was pronounced dead at the scene, while Flores and two backseat passengers were taken to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries, officials reported. Flores turned herself in, after police ob…

by AJ Goldbloom

08/12/2022

Police & Fire

Manassas 23-Year-Old Strangles Victim In Late Night Argument: Police A Manassas man was arrested for his violent behavior during an argument with an acquaintance, officials said.On August 11 at around 2:30 a.m., officers responded to the Barrington Apartments located in the 10600 block of Blendia Lane, where they discovered that a 23-year-old female victim had been strangled and pushed to the ground, according to the Prince William County Police Department. The suspect who assaulted the woman, 23-year-old Osman Salguero Jr., prevented the victim from escaping and beat her before he eventually let her leave, police said. Th…

by AJ Goldbloom

08/12/2022

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