Virginia Mother Stephanie Minter Fatally Stabbed at Fairfax County Bus Stop; Suspect With More Than 30 Prior Arrests Charged With Second-Degree Murder

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA — A 41-year-old Fredericksburg woman was found fatally stabbed at a bus stop shelter in Fairfax County on February 23, 2026, in a case that has drawn national attention after authorities confirmed the suspect had more than 30 prior arrests.

The victim, identified as Stephanie Minter, was discovered suffering from fatal stab wounds at the bus stop. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene.

Suspect Arrested and Charged

Authorities arrested 32-year-old Abdul Jalloh in connection with the killing. He has been charged with second-degree murder, according to law enforcement officials.

Federal authorities identified Jalloh as an individual who had been residing in the United States illegally. Officials stated he had accumulated more than 30 prior arrests for a wide range of alleged offenses before the fatal attack.

Previous ICE Detainer Reportedly Lodged

Officials said an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer had previously been lodged against the suspect. However, he had not been removed from the country…

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