VIRGINIA:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY

SHARIFA WAHEDI

Plaintiffs,

v. Case No. CL25008977-00

JAN KATAHARA,

Defendant.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

The object of this suit is to recover compensatory damages, plus costs, interest, attorney's fees and other such relief as this Honorable Court deems just and proper for personal injuries suffered by the Plaintiff as a result of Defendant's negligence. On or about March 20, 2022, Defendant's dog attacked the Plaintiff and Plaintiff's dog, Oliver, causing Plaintiff severe damage and personal injuries, and further causing Plaintiff's dog Oliver to sustain severe injuries.

And it is appearing by affidavit filed according to law that diligence has been used by the Plaintiff to determine in what city or county the Defendant is located without success.

It is therefore ORDERED that the Defendant appear on or before the 13 day of April, 2026, before this Court and do what is necessary to protect their interests.

And, it is further ORDERED that this Order be published since once a week for four consecutive weeks in The Washington Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Prince William County; and that a copy of this Order be posted at the front door of the courthouse wherein this Court is held; and that a copy of this Order be mailed to the Defendant at the address shown by the aforesaid affidavit. Entered this 20th day of February, 2026.

Jacqueline C. Smith

Clerk of the Circuit Court of Prince William County

By: Susan Freche

Deputy Clerk

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Samantha R. Owens

VA State Bar No. 100425

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