Location: Advance Auto Parts, 8305 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA
Time: January 22, 2026, at 4:14 PM
Authorities are investigating a strong-arm robbery that took place at the Advance Auto Parts store on Sudley Rd. According to reports, a man attempted to steal a car battery and physically pushed a female employee during the confrontation. The suspect then fled the scene on foot with the stolen item.
The suspect is described as a black male in his late 30s to early 40s, wearing a red and white hooded shirt, black pants, and gray sneakers. No injuries were reported, and police are continuing efforts to locate the individual.