Crime Wrap: PWC Officer Testifies at Zimmerman Trial, Townhouse Fire

Every day, Patch covers crime and fire in Manassas and Manassas Park. Below is a collection of today's headlines. See more coverage and share your comments at each post.

Local Police Lieutenant Testifies at George Zimmerman Trial. George Zimmerman applied to become a police officer in Prince William County, but his application was probably not considered because of credit problems, a lieutenant with the Prince William County Police Department testified in a Florida court Wednesday. 

Townhouse Fire Displaces Family of Four. One of the residents of the townhouse left a pan with grease unattended on a hot stove causing a fire that destroyed the kitchen and spread smoke throughout the three-story dwelling. 

Manassas Police Seek Information on Shoplifting Suspect. Manassas City Police are trying to locate a woman who they say stole a bottle of vodka at a local ABC store. 

Cell Phone, iPad Stolen at Verizon Store: Police Seek to Identify Suspects. Two men distracted an employee while a third made off with the electronics, Manassas City Police said.