The county said that the event was isolated and that there is no threat to the community. Firearms may be rented from the shop only for use at the on-site shooting range, according to the criminal complaint, and are not allowed to be taken off the property. What the sheriffs office described as a shooting incident occurred Saturday at approximately 12:40 p.m. near the intersection of James Madison Highway and Don't Threaten. WTOP.com | Alexa | Google Home | WTOP App | 103.5 FM, Virginia bill aimed at alerting schools of employee arrests awaits Youngkins signature, Virginia lawmakers agree to call fentanyl weapon of terrorism. Levi Norwood has been sentenced to life in prison plus 40 years for the 2020 Valentines Day murders of his mother and 6-year-old brother in Fauquier County. Tara Helkowski, a spokesperson for the Fauquier County Public Schools stated, "It is with deep regret that we inform you the tragic loss of Ms. Bengu Beachley, an ESL teacher at Grace Miller Elementary School since 2018. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Alejandro Alvarez | aalvarez@wtp.com. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Judge Greg Ashwell explained that Abulaban was unable to attend the arraignment because he is currently at Western State Hospital, a state psychiatric hospital in Staunton, Virginia. They were each charged with several felonies including murder, armed robbery and burglary for events surrounding Alayna Ortizs Jan. 9, 2019 shooting death in the Park West apartments parking lot in Griffith. See individual and team results from previous NRA National Championships. pic.twitter.com/EzvtJIvdbb. BEALETON, Va. - Authorities say two people are dead and one is hospitalized after an apparent murder-suicide in Fauquier County. Be Nice. Marshals Service, Prince William County Police Department and Manassas City Police Department are assisting in the investigation. Fauquier County teenager Levi Norwood pleaded guilty Monday to killing his mother and 6-year-old brother at their family home on Valentine's Day in 2020. Learn more by reading our Collegiate Shooting Guide. Lawyers said they couldnt have foreseen Ortiz would die, she asked. Threats of harming another Galloway, Rogers and the three others followed the SUV to Park West Apartments. Why not, she said. Only subscribers with PAID Print or E-Edition subscriptions enter here to gain access. Stay with NBC Washington for more details on this developing story. While the circumstances around her passing are concerning, we want to reassure you that this tragedy poses no threat to our school community. Alayna Ortiz, far right, with her sisters, from left, Makaela, Alexis and Angel. (You had a) loaded gun in your hand.. The Fauquier County Sheriffs Office said an apparent murder-suicide claimed the life of a Virginia elementary The NRA also sponsors over 50 National Shooting Championships each year. A fifth, Joshua Wright, was killed in a drive-by shooting in Illinois a month after Ortizs death. But then, that would destroy your argument. While the circumstances around her passing are concerning, we want to reassure you that this tragedy poses no threat to our school community. ", Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. You can watch the entire video here: http://www.virginiainvestmentproperty.com/FauquierCourthouseShootingWarrentonVirginia OR It is also on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzNcjwNJKgk, dan, can you call me? BEALETON, Va. - Authorities say two people are dead and one is hospitalized after an apparent murder-suicide in Fauquier County. CULPEPER, Va. - Authorities are investigating after a Fauquier County Public Schools teacher and his wife were found dead inside a Culpeper County home. Investigators contacted the gun shop shortly after the shooting. More information Bengu Beachley taught English to students who are not native speakers at Grace Miller Elementary School. You really should compare the crime and stats between Democrat- and Republican-controlled counties and cities in Virginia. The initial incident occurred around 6 p.m. Friday on the 12000 block of Elk Run Road. Thats been proven time and time again.. Ortiz, a Portage High School senior, was a shining star that was extinguished on that night, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Eric Randall said. 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Click 'View all rates' below to see our online subscription options. The investigation revealed Bopp interrupted a daytime burglary in progress at his residence, and was subsequently shot and killed next to his vehicle upon his arrival, the sheriffs office said in a statement Sunday. The group tried to burglarize the Madison Street house, but scattered after a man there fired warning shots. Considered America's "World Series of the Shooting Sports," NRA's National Matches have been a tradition since 1907. Fauquier County Sheriffs say that three people were shot and two have died in Bealeton, Virginia. An investigation into the shooting continues. While they planned another attempt, Hawkins pulled up in the red SUV, and picked up the man and the woman inside the residence. racist or sexually-oriented language. All Rights Reserved. When the range officer turned his back to help another customer, Abulaban was gone, he added. Bengu Beachley, 30, was found dead inside her Bealeton home around 8:45 p.m. Sunday evening, according to officials. For Williams, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Robert Persin said the robbery was a protracted night of terror, with Ortiz paying a horrible price. Williams previously canned a plea agreement in 2021 by saying Ortizs death was an accident, not an intentional shooting as was outlined in court documents. Join the over 11,000 shooting competitions that are sanctioned by the National Rifle Association every year. Your donation will help us continue to improve our journalism through in-depth local news coverage and expanded reader engagement. It's invariably challenging because a perfect score is rarely fired. 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New Starbucks line is a curiosity in Italy. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Stay locally informed your way. Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. Deputies from the Fauquier County Sheriffs Office responded to the incident after Abulaban called 911 to report a shooting, the criminal complaint alleges. He stole the gun, drove to Remington and began shooting, hitting at least two occupied vehicles on the highway, according to the complaint. Chevy Chase, MD 20815. This may not be reproduced for commercial purposes. Winds light and variable. Like WTOP on Facebook and follow WTOP on Twitter and Instagram to engage in conversation about this article and others. But those state police investigations only examine whether shooting officers violated the law and do not determine whether police violated policies, procedures or best practices. Anyone who may have seen suspicious activities or suspicious vehicles in the area from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday also is asked to contact officials. An apparent murder-suicide Sunday night in Bealeton left two people dead of gunshot wounds and another gravely wounded, according to the Fauquier County Sheriffs Office. We will do everything we can to help your child and our employees through this experience.". Both victims have been transported to hospitals, at least one by helicopter. Son, 24, of Fauquier Ex-Sheriff's Official Killed Outside Home WebFauquier County, VA 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton Virginia 20186 (540) 422 - 8001 . A search of Virginia court records shows no previous criminal record for Abulaban. Young and old can and do compete for the same prizes. Charles Bopp III was found dead in the front yard of his home on Freemans Ford Road in Remington, the county sheriffs office said. Perhaps Virginia should use the Chicago, LA, and New York gun control models; they have been so successful. Partly cloudy skies during the evening will give way to cloudy skies and light rain after midnight. Police are still investigating the incident. Williams said in court he wished to appeal and wanted no double jeopardy against him, a reference to multiple charges as the group attempted to burglarize drugs from the boyfriend at different points that day. The NRA reserves the right to, at any time, change the status of regional, sectional, and national matches pursuant to federal, state, and local regulations due to the Covid-19 global pandemic. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. CHICAGO A suspect involved in two expressway shootings has been arrested, according to Illinois State Police. If you have a subscription, please log in or sign up for an account on our website to continue. person will not be tolerated. This information does not infer or imply guilt of any actions or Keeping you connected to the Community. The wounded victim was transported to INOVA Fairfax Hospital. Thank you for reading! The FBI, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Ivy Lyons | ilyons@wtop.com. Get breaking news and daily headlines delivered to your email inbox by signing up here. Like WTOP on Facebook and follow WTOP on Twitter and Instagram to engage in conversation about this article and others. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph.. He probably was, but that is not stated in the article. Two Fauquier County Sheriffs deputies were injured and taken to a hospital Wednesday when an inmate is beleved to have disarmed one of them in a courthouse holding cell. Cant weasel your way out of reality. There are nearly 300 U.S. college and university shooting programs. Williams allegedly fired the bullet that killed Ortiz, prosecutors said. Anyone with information on Anuar Martinezs whereabouts is asked to call 540-347-3300. Click 'Get Started' to proceed. "We also know that this loss will affect many students, staff, and members of our school community. UPDATE: The arraignment of Sammie Nasser Abulaban of Gainesville, which was scheduled for April 12 in General District Court, was postponed. Authorities believe Bopp interrupted a burglary at his home and was shot. WebPresented by Ruger. REMINGTON, VA 13 DAYS AGO Bengu Beachley, 30, Detectives determined both had died at the scene of gunshot wounds; a third person was also wounded and is recovering in a hospital. Galloway pitched the idea to steal drugs from Hawkins house, then using the proceeds to repay him. Richard Montgomery High School student accused of robbing Shell gas station at knifepoint, Man fires AR-15 rifle at woman who rammed vehicles on his Anne Arundel County property: police. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Fauquier County Sheriffs Office at 540-347-3300. Two men were sentenced to nearly a century each Tuesday for an 18-year-old Portage womans shooting death during a botched drug robbery of her boyfriend. Just another good guy with a gun. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Please purchase a subscription to read our premium content. Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@fauquier.com. Abulaban purchased ammunition at 12:15 p.m. Saturday and checked out the handgun at the range at approximately 12:20 p.m, Clark said. If requested, a callers identity can remain anonymous. An employee with the Fauquier County court system has confirmed that two persons were injured at the Fauquier Circuit Court House about 1 pm today. Speaking in court, Pittman said he had nothing to do with the case and Ortizs family deserved to know there were other suspects not considered. Ivy Lyons is a digital journalist for WTOP.com. Co-defendant Rogers sentencing was rescheduled for March 8. Steven Lewis. 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