A peaceful night turned into chaos for a Manassas woman when a car crashed into her pool in the early hours of the morning. Janet Querdibitty was jolted awake by a loud bang around 1:30 a.m., initially thinking it was a tornado touching down nearby. Little did she know, a car had careened through her fence, over some brush, and into her above-ground pool before coming to a stop just outside her bedroom.
Living at the corner of a three-way intersection, Querdibitty’s property was unfortunately in the path of the speeding vehicle. The driver of a yellow Dodge Charger had lost control, crashing through the fence and causing significant damage along the way. Miraculously, the car narrowly missed hitting the house, thanks to the pool acting as a barrier.
Upon emerging from her home, Querdibitty was met by the driver of the car, who attempted to dissuade her from involving the police by offering her $50,000 on the spot. Refusing the bribe, she promptly called law enforcement, who arrived shortly after. The driver is currently a person of interest in the ongoing investigation by Prince William County police.
Despite the destruction caused to her pool, Querdibitty remains grateful that the situation wasn’t more severe. Neighbors who witnessed the incident captured video footage of the driver, aiding authorities in their inquiries. The insurance company has provided some financial assistance to help with the cleanup, but the emotional toll of the incident remains.
Reflecting on the incident, Querdibitty acknowledges that things could have been much worse. If not for the pool acting as a buffer, the car could have collided with her home, leading to potentially catastrophic consequences. The driver’s reckless speed and lack of control could have resulted in a far more tragic outcome, highlighting the importance of responsible driving and the potential dangers of speeding through residential areas.
As the investigation continues and the cleanup efforts progress, Querdibitty is left to ponder the events of that fateful night. The resilience of the community and the support of her neighbors have provided some solace in the wake of this unexpected and harrowing experience. The hope remains that justice will be served, and measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.