Coach Felder charged in Woodbridge assault: Five counts filed

Prince William County police charged Demetrius Montrell Felder with five counts of indecent liberties by a custodian on Wednesday. The 47-year-old head coach of the Gar-Field High School girls basketball team is currently being held without bond.

Investigators say the primary incident occurred in June. Felder picked up a 15-year-old player, drove her to an undisclosed location within the county, and sexually assaulted her before returning her to her residence. Police noted that none of the alleged assaults took place on school grounds.

The victim disclosed a second event to detectives. She reported that Felder inappropriately touched her while he was driving her home on a separate occasion. The investigation concluded this week, leading to his arrest.

Felder, also known as Mookie Felder, began his role as Gar-Field's head coach for the 2024-25 season. He holds a second position as an assistant teacher at Beville Middle School in Dale City. His arrest marks a sharp turn for a coach who built a local reputation as a former Potomac High School standout.

Felder was a four-year varsity player at Potomac High School. He served as a freshman reserve on the Panthers' 1995 Group AAA state championship team and later earned all-state honors as a point guard. Detectives are asking the public to contact police with any information regarding the incidents.