2 Suspects Arrested In Manassas Shooting Investigation: Police

MANASSAS, VA — Two men have been arrested in a shooting that left a man injured in Manassas last week, the Prince William County Police Department said.

The victim, a 26-year-old man, received treatment at an area hospital. His injuries were not life-threatening, according to authorities.

Authorities identified the two suspects as 18-year-old Jamal Dana Allen and 19-year-old Jabari Antwaun Allen of Manassas. Both men are charged with robbery, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and aggravated malicious wounding.

Their court dates are pending and they are being held without bond.

The shooting occurred around 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3 in the 7200 block of Sudley Road. There, the victim and two friends arranged a drug deal with the suspects, according to the police report.

During the meeting, an argument broke out, authorities said. One of the suspects pulled out a gun and fired multiple shots, striking the victim.

The shooter left the area in a Dodge Durango driven by another man. The other people at the scene ran away before police officers arrived, the police department said.

A police helicopter searched for the suspects, but they did not locate them.

Investigators identified the Allens as suspects and arrested them at their home on Wednesday, authorities said.

Anyone with more information about the shooting can contact the police department at 703-792-7000. Tips can also be submitted online.