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Josh Lanier

Assistant Managing Editor

jlanier@dailyvoice.com

Josh Lanier started his reporting career in high school for his local newspaper. Many — many — years later, he’s still chasing leads for compelling stories. During his time writing for newspapers, magazines, and online publications, he’s covered everything from murderers to mommy bloggers, but his most interesting story is always the next one.


Josh Lanier's Contributions

News
Manassas Boy, 7, Injured In Hit-and-Run Crash Manassas Boy, 7, Injured In Hit-and-Run Crash
Manassas Boy, 7, Injured In Hit-and-Run Crash Police are searching for the driver of a gold SUV that struck a 7-year-old on Tuesday afternoon, May 17, and then sped off.  The boy was playing near Academic Loop in Manassas just after 3 p.m. when he ran onto the road and into the SUV's path, WTOP reported. The driver allegedly paused for a moment before driving away. Prince William County police didn't detail the boy's injuries, but officers told the news station that he's expected to make a full recovery. Police are investigating the hit-and-run.  Click here for more from WTOP.

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Virginia Police Honor 'Endlessly Hopeful' Fallen Officer 16 Years Later Virginia Police Honor 'Endlessly Hopeful' Fallen Officer 16 Years Later
Virginia Police Honor 'Endlessly Hopeful' Fallen Officer 16 Years Later Michael Garbarino was endlessly hopeful.  The 23-year veteran of the Fairfax County Police Force mentored young officers and tutored troubled teens at the former Pimmit Hills Alternative High School when he served as a resource officer.  May 17 marks 16 years since he was killed in the line of duty. Most know him simply as a hero.  On May 8, 2006, an 18-year-old loaded down with several handguns and an AK-47 drove a stolen van into the parking lot of the Sully district police station in Chantilly and opened fire. Garbarino, 53, was sitting in his unmarked patrol car near the end of his sh…

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New Silver Line Stations Not Quite Ready For Passengers New Silver Line Stations Not Quite Ready For Passengers
New Silver Line Stations Not Quite Ready For Passengers Hopeful commuters ready to hop a ride on the Silver Line from one of the new stations will be disappointed when they realize those stops are not open yet despite how it looks.  The lights are on, but you're not allowed in — yet.  The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is asking residents to be patient as they continue testing and final prep work at several new stations along Phase 2 of the rail line.  The 11.5-mile extension includes stops at Reston Town Center, Herndon, Innovation Center, Dulles International Airport, Loudoun Gateway, and Ash…

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More Than $2 Million Worth Of Fake Designer Clothes Seized At Port Of Virginia More Than $2 Million Worth Of Fake Designer Clothes Seized At Port Of Virginia
More Than $2 Million Worth Of Fake Designer Clothes Seized At Port Of Virginia Customs agents seized more than a 1,100 counterfeit designer dresses and shawls worth an estimated $2.3 million, authorities said.  Officers at the Port of Virginia uncovered the massive haul of fake goods in April during a search of a shipment bound for Cincinnati, Ohio, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said.  The haul included fake Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Apple items, CBP reports. Officers said they were alerted to the fakes because of their poor quality. "CBP is charged with enforcing trade laws, and we continue to devote substantial resources to target, intercept, det…

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Police & Fire
Stafford Woman Blamed DUI On Cheeseburger: Police Stafford Woman Blamed DUI On Cheeseburger: Police
Stafford Woman Blamed DUI On Cheeseburger: Police A Virginia woman had an interesting excuse for her reckless driving, but her blood-alcohol level told a different story. Laquinta Davis, 36, of Stafford, was pulled over early Sunday morning, May 15, for driving erratically, the Stafford County Sheriff's Office said. Davis blamed her bad driving on her inability to eat a cheeseburger and steer at the same time.  Deputies arrested Davis and charged her with DUI after deputies discovered her blood-alcohol content was between .15 and .20. Officials held her at the Rappahannock Regional Jail until she was sober, the Sheriff's Office r…

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Police & Fire
Stafford Gunman Headbutts Deputy During Arrest: Police Stafford Gunman Headbutts Deputy During Arrest: Police
Stafford Gunman Headbutts Deputy During Arrest: Police A 23-year-old gunman had charges piled on after officials say he shot and stabbed someone before attacking a sheriff's deputy over the weekend.  Ryan Madden, of Spotsylvania, is accused of attacking a Stafford man on Saturday, May 14, the Stafford County Sheriff's Office said in a press release.  The scene unfolded just after 3 a.m. when deputies responded to a disturbance at a Woodlawn subdivision home and found a man bleeding out on the driveway with life-threatening bullet and stab wounds. A deputy provided first aid until paramedics could arrive.  Witnesses told inv…

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Real Estate
Herndon's ManTech Acquired For $4.2B by DC Firm Herndon's ManTech Acquired For $4.2B by DC Firm
Herndon's ManTech Acquired For $4.2B by DC Firm ManTech International, a Herndon-based defense contractor with more than 9,000 employees, will be acquired by Washington DC equity firm Carlyle Group for a cool $4.2 billion, the company announced. “This announcement is an important milestone for ManTech and a testament to our growth and the leadership position we have built since our founding by George Pedersen more than 50 years ago,” said ManTech CEO and President Kevin M. Phillips in a press release.  ManTech provides analytics and cybersecurity to the country's defense and intelligence agencies.  The all-cash deal received t…

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Obituaries
Shock, Sadness Spread Following Death Of Fredericksburg's Spencer Sullivan Shock, Sadness Spread Following Death Of Fredericksburg's Spencer Sullivan
Shock, Sadness Spread Following Death Of Fredericksburg's Spencer Sullivan Condolences are pouring in for 28-year-old Spencer Sullivan of Fredericksburg. A world traveler who longed for his next adventure, Sullivan visited 44 countries during his life died on May 11, according to his obituary. Family and friends were stunned at the news and memorials and remembrances flooded in across social media.  Sullivan is survived by his mother and father, maternal and paternal grandparents, and the love of his life, girlfriend Alexis Killebrew.  The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 19, at Mullins and Thompson Funeral Service, Fredericksburg Chapel from 5-7 p.m…

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Obituaries
Fairfax Mom Susan Medina Survived By High School Sweetheart, Daughters Fairfax Mom Susan Medina Survived By High School Sweetheart, Daughters
Fairfax Mom Susan Medina Survived By High School Sweetheart, Daughters Susan Baker Medina who friends called "a bright light in a dim world," died unexpectedly at her Fairfax home earlier this month, according to her obituary. She was 46 years old. The Woodbridge native married her Gar-Field High School sweetheart Jay Medina in 2000, and share teenage daughters, Allison and Olivia.   Medina was a dedicated clinical educator at Inova Alexandria Hospital, but she always put family first, her obituary reads. They treasured their trips to Hilton Head, S.C.  "Susan was a beautiful light and spirit in this world. Just one look at her twinkl…

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Police & Fire
Suspect Sought In VA Jiffy Lube Incident Suspect Sought In VA Jiffy Lube Incident
Suspect Sought In VA Jiffy Lube Incident Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the person who commit fraud at a Jiffy Lube earlier this month in Fredericksburg. Police did not provide specifics on what happened at 3300 Plank Road. Can you identify this person? On May 10th, he was involved in a fraudulent incident at the Jiffy Lube located at 3300... Posted by Fredericksburg Police Department on Friday, May 13, 2022 Contact police at 540-373-3122 if you know this person. You can make an anonymous report by texting 847-411 with “FPDtip” followed by your tip. 

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