Monday, June 14, 2010

Man shot in ear at Dale City homeless camp

The police helicopter hovering above Dale City on Sunday night was the result of a shooting that left one man shot in the ear.

The 49-year-old victim was shot about 9 p.m., during an argument he had with another man at the homeless encampment near the overpass at Dale Boulevard and Interstate 95, said Prince William police spokeswoman Erika Hernandez.

The victim was treated at a local hospital, and police are still searching for their shooting suspect.

Johnny McManus, 45, is charged with malicious wounding in connection to the shooting, said Hernandez. McMannus does not have a last known address, he is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall, 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, police said.

Virginia State Police were called in to assist in the search, and troopers still remained posted at the exit ramps at mile post 156 about 11 p.m.

Anyone with information on McManus’ whereabouts is encouraged to call Prince William County Crime Solvers at 703-670-3700.

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