MANASSAS, VA – A fatal shooting in Manassas has triggered an intensive homicide investigation by local authorities. Early Wednesday morning, at approximately 2:42 AM, police were called to the 12000 block of Cadet Court following reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult males inside a parked vehicle; one of whom had been shot while they were both asleep. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other man in the vehicle was unharmed. The incident, which preliminary investigations suggest was not random, is currently under thorough review by detectives.
The Prince William County Police Department is actively seeking information from the public to help clarify the events leading up to the shooting. The identity of the deceased has been withheld pending family notification. Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.