Crime & Safety

Man Arrested, Brother Sought for Reported Catoctin Gunfire

On June 2-3 two incidents were reported in Southwest Leesburg, including reported bullets holes in one home.

The Leesburg Police Department on Tuesday announced the arrest of a man related to shots heard fired along Catoctin Circle SW June 2. In addition, police have obtained a warrant for the arrest of a second man, according to a press release.

Law enforcement received multiple reports of gunshots shots in the area of Catoctin and Valley View Avenue SW around 9:45 p.m. June 2. Investigators found bullet casings along the 200 block of Valley View, but no injuries or damage was reported. Then around 4:25 a.m. June 3, a resident of the 100 block of Catoctin Circle reported bullet holes in the front of their home. No injuries were reported.

On June 7, law enforcement officers arrested Manuel "Pancho" Gonzalez, 21, of Leesburg, on charges of conspiracy to commit a felony, according to the most recent report. Investigators allege Gonzalez was in the vehicle from which shots were fired.

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In addition, officers obtained an arrest warrant for Ian "Oddie" Isme, 23, who was identified as Gonzalez’ brother. Isme is considered armed and dangerous. He is known to frequent the Leesburg, Purcellville and Hamilton areas. Residents should not approach Isme, but should call 911.

Investigators continue to seek the cause of the incidents. Anyone with information about either incident is asked to contact Detective Vogel at (703) 771-4524 or cvogel@leesburgva.gov. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can call the Leesburg Crime Line at (703) 443-TIPS or use TIPSUBMIT from a smart phone or a computer. Find TIPSUBMIT information and links online at www.leesburgva.gov/police.

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