On June 23 at 2:07 AM, officers responded to the Exxon service station located at 7113 Sudley Rd in Manassas (20109) to investigate a shoplifting. The investigation revealed a patron, later identified as the accused, entered the store, and attempted to purchase alcohol. When the employee informed the accused the sale could not be completed, a struggle ensued over the alcohol. During the encounter, the accused threw a drink on the employee before grabbing the employee’s neck leaving several scratch marks. The accused was pushed by the employee and proceeded outside the store with the merchandise where the scuffle continued. The parties eventually separated, and police were contacted. The accused eventually returned to the scene where she was detained without incident by officers. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Zhane Inez PRESTON, was arrested.
Arrested on June 23: Zhane Inez PRESTON, 27, of no fixed address Charged with robbery and shoplifting Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond