17-year-old faces multiple charges for vehicle tampering, arson in Manassas

MANASSAS, Va. (DC News Now) — A 17-year-old is facing a series of charges after they were accused of setting a vehicle ablaze in Manassas back in June.

The Manassas City Police Department said the teen was accused of vehicle tampering in the 9400 block of Spice Glade Court on May 14. Weeks later, on June 7, around 3:30 a.m., the same person had allegedly set a vehicle on fire.

As the investigation developed, fire investigators partnered with the Manassas police to investigate.

The 17-year-old was taken into custody on Aug. 20. They were charged with burning or destroying property (class 4 felony), two counts of unauthorized use of a vehicle and destruction of property.