Fender Bender In Woodbridge Leads To Assault: Police

WOODBRIDGE, VA — One driver assaulted another after a crash in Woodbridge last week, according to the Prince William County Police Department.

The victim, an 18-year-old woman, was hospitalized after the assault. Authorities said her injuries were not life-threatening.

Police identified the suspect as 20-year-old Diamond Marie Hill. She was arrested on Dec. 29 and charged with malicious wounding, hit and run, destruction of property, and driving on a suspended license.

Hill is being held without bond and her court date is scheduled for Feb. 2. If convicted of all charges, she could face up to 20 years in prison, based on Virginia's sentencing guidelines.

The crash and subsequent assault occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 29 on Old Bridge Road near Harbor Road. Investigators said the victim crashed into the back of Hill's vehicle. Hill then got out of her vehicle and confronted the other driver, police said.

During the argument, Hill pushed the victim to the ground and kicked her multiple times, according to the police report. She then took the victim's phone and threw it before driving away, authorities said.

Hill eventually returned to the crash site and officers took her into custody.

AAA offers several pieces of advice to prevent road rage incidents on their website. Here's what AAA recommends to avoid confrontation:

• Avoid eye contact with angry drivers.
• Don’t respond to aggression with aggression.
• If you feel you are at risk, drive to a public place such as a police station, hospital or fire station.
• When you park, allow room so you can pull out safely if someone approaches you aggressively.
• Use your horn to attract attention but remain in your locked vehicle.
• If you are confronted, stay as calm and courteous as possible.
• If you feel threatened, call 911.