Crime & Safety
14-Year-Old Robbed, Assaulted By Group In Dale City: Police
Prince William County Police do not believe the strong-arm robbery of a teen was random.
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DALE CITY, VA — A 14-year-old was the victim of a strong-arm robbery and assault in Dale City Tuesday night, Prince William County Police say.
The robbery happened around 8:57 p.m. Tuesday in the 13400 block of Hallow Way Court. Police say the 14-year-old boy was outside and approached by three unknown men or juveniles. The suspects struck the victim, causing him to fall. The group took the victim's phone, shoes and money and continued to assault him.
The three suspects left in a gray sedan. The victim reported minor injuries.
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Police do not believe the incident was random. There was no clear description of the three suspects.
Anyone with information can contact the Prince William County Police tip line at 703.792.7000 or submit a tip at pwcva.gov/policetip.
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