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Irvington Man Fired Gunshots During Deadly Chick-fil-A Shooting: Prosecutor Irvington Man Fired Gunshots During Deadly Chick-fil-A Shooting: Prosecutor
Irvington Man Fired Gunshots During Deadly Chick-fil-A Shooting: Prosecutor A 23-year-old Irvington man was arrested and charged with weapons offenses as the investigation into a deadly shooting at a Chick-fil-A continues, authorities said. At 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, Union Township police responded to the Chick-fil-A on Route 22 after six people were shot, Union County Prosecutor William Daniel and Union Police Director Christopher Donnelly said. Malek Shepherd, a 23-year-old New York City resident was pronounced dead at the scene while Jaheed Fields, a 20-year-old Newark resident was charged with murder, attempted murder and weapons offenses, autho…
Funeral For Rikers Inmate Turns Deadly: Victim Killed At Service For Accused Drug Boss Mourned Funeral For Rikers Inmate Turns Deadly: Victim Killed At Service For Accused Drug Boss Mourned
Funeral For Rikers Inmate Turns Deadly: Victim Killed At Service For Accused Drug Boss Mourned A Long Island man who was shot and killed last week in Queens was attending a funeral for an accused drug kingpin who died at Rikers Island prison, according to information shared by the man's family. Richard Carter, a 49-year-old Valley Stream man, was attending the service for John Price at Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York on Friday, April 10, according to funeral announcements by Price’s loved ones. Richard Carter Family handout Price was a 49-year-old man who had been held without bail at Rikers Island prison prior to his death on Sunday, March 29, authorities said. He…
15-Year-Old Arrested For Jersey City Shootings: Police 15-Year-Old Arrested For Jersey City Shootings: Police
15-Year-Old Arrested For Jersey City Shootings: Police A 15-year-old was arrested and charged following two shootings in Jersey City, authorities announced Wednesday, Feb. 11. At 11:19 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, officers responded after shots were fired at Van Nostrand and Ocean Avenues, Jersey City police said. No injuries were reported, police said. At midnight on Thursday, Nov. 6,  officers responded to another confirmed shots fired incident in the area of 102-106 Rutgers Avenue, police said. While no injuries were reported, several parked vehicles sustained bullet damage, police said. On Saturday, Jan. 10, officers responded to a …
Stolen Handgun, Knife: 2 Men Arrested In Kearny, Police Say Stolen Handgun, Knife: 2 Men Arrested In Kearny, Police Say
Stolen Handgun, Knife: 2 Men Arrested In Kearny, Police Say Two people were arrested in Kearny and charged with possessing multiple weapons last week, authorities said. On Wednesday, Jan. 14, officers were made aware of a BMW entering Kearny that had been flagged for its possible involvement in a shooting in Irvington, Kearny police said. The vehicle was found parked near Passaic Avenue and officers began surveillance, police said. Officers then stopped three people near the vehicle, and recovered a loaded 9 mm stolen handgun from the jacket of Travis Brown, a 33-year-old Irvington resident. A knife was recovered from Daijon Williams, a 26-year-old …
Person Shot During Facebook Marketplace Robbery: Plainfield PD Person Shot During Facebook Marketplace Robbery: Plainfield PD
Person Shot During Facebook Marketplace Robbery: Plainfield PD A person was shot during a robbery while selling an item through Facebook Marketplace in Plainfield on Monday, Dec. 29, authorities said. At 4:30 p.m., officers responded to Coolidge Street after a 34-year-old said they were attempting to sell an item through Facebook Marketplace, only the meeting was used as a pretext for a robbery, Plainfield police said. As the victim attempted to flee, the suspect shot them, police said. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The investigation remains under investigation, police said.
SWAT Team Finds Woman Dead, Man Detained After Shots Fired At NJ Home: Prosecutor SWAT Team Finds Woman Dead, Man Detained After Shots Fired At NJ Home: Prosecutor
SWAT Team Finds Woman Dead, Man Detained After Shots Fired At NJ Home: Prosecutor A woman was found dead and a man was detained after a SWAT team entered a Somerville home Sunday afternoon, Nov. 16, following reports of shots fired, authorities said. Somerville Police arrived at the on Mastogen Drive home around 1:05 p.m. for a shots-fired call and were unable to reach anyone inside. Officers from Bridgewater Township responded to help as additional resources were requested. The prosecutor’s office said the Somerset County SWAT Team and Crisis Negotiators were dispatched around 2 p.m. and also attempted to make contact before entering the home. Inside, officers…
Fatal Shooting Of HS Senior By Federal Agents Justified, DA Says (UPDATE) Fatal Shooting Of HS Senior By Federal Agents Justified, DA Says (UPDATE)
Fatal Shooting Of HS Senior By Federal Agents Justified, DA Says (Update) The fatal shooting of an Aliquippa High School senior by a federal agent has been ruled justified, Beaver County District Attorney Nate Bible announced during a press conference on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The 18-year-old Kendric Curtis fired two rounds from a stolen handgun into an unmarked SUV carrying undercover ATF, FBI, and local task force officers on Waugaman Street at the Linmar Terrace apartment complex, DA Bible said. An ATF agent returned fire once, striking Curtis in the head. Curtis was flown to Allegheny General Hospital, where he died at 3:03 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 19, the Allegheny…
Suspect ID'd After Active Shooting, Arson Incidents At Michigan Church Suspect ID'd After Active Shooting, Arson Incidents At Michigan Church
Suspect ID'd After Active Shooting, Arson Incidents At Michigan Church This story has been updated. Gunfire and flames ripped through a packed Michigan church after an active shooter attack left multiple victims, authorities said. The gunman, who has now been identified, is dead after exchanging gunfire with responding officers and there is no ongoing threat to the public. The incident unfolded Sunday, Sept. 28, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, according to the Grand Blanc Township Police Department and local news reports.  Fire crews described the building as “actively on fire” as they battled the blaze with mutual aid…
Gunman Yells ‘Free Palestine’ Before Opening Fire At Wedding Reception, Killing 1: Police Gunman Yells ‘Free Palestine’ Before Opening Fire At Wedding Reception, Killing 1: Police
Gunman Yells ‘Free Palestine’ Before Opening Fire At Wedding Reception, Killing 1: Police A dream New Hampshire wedding turned into a nightmare when a gunman stormed the reception and opened fire just as the bride and groom were about to begin their first dance. One man was killed protecting his family, and several others were injured, authorities said.  Hunter Nadeau, 23, has been charged with second-degree murder in the Saturday, Sept. 21, shooting at Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua, about 40 miles north of Boston, police said. The victim was identified as 59-year-old Robert Steven DeCesare. Police said Sunday they have not found a connection between Nadeau and DeCesare…
Mom Shot Outside Linden Wendy’s While Kids Sat In Back Seat: Campaign Mom Shot Outside Linden Wendy’s While Kids Sat In Back Seat: Campaign
Mom Shot Outside Linden Wendy’s While Kids Sat In Back Seat: Campaign A 35-year-old Elizabeth woman was shot while sitting in her car outside a Linden Wendy’s with her two young children, authorities and loved ones said. Just after 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15, officers responded to 709 S. Wood Ave. on reports of shots fired, according to Linden Police Capt. Christopher Guenther. Officers found the victim seated in a vehicle in the parking lot with a single gunshot wound. She was treated at the scene and transported to Newark University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, Guenther said. Friends identified the victim as Nelkys, a mother of two and small…
3 Officers Killed, 2 Injured Identified In York County Shooting; Gunman Dead (UPDATE) 3 Officers Killed, 2 Injured Identified In York County Shooting; Gunman Dead (UPDATE)
3 Officers Killed, 2 Injured Identified In York County Shooting; Gunman Dead (Update) The three Northern York County Regional Police Department detectives killed in a York County ambush have been formally identified, Pennsylvania State Police announced during a Thursday, Sept. 18 press conference. Two other officers were wounded, and the gunman, 24-year-old Matthew James Ruth, was killed. The detectives killed in the line of duty have been identified as Cody Beaker, Mark Baker, and Isaiah Emenheiser. Another Northern York detective and a York County Sheriff’s deputy remain hospitalized. The confrontation lasted just two minutes and 16 seconds from the time Ruth opened fire t…
Elizabeth Woman Shot In Wendy's Parking Lot: Linden PD Elizabeth Woman Shot In Wendy's Parking Lot: Linden PD
Elizabeth Woman Shot In Wendy's Parking Lot: Linden PD A35-year-old Elizabeth woman was shot at a Wendy's parking lot in Linden on Monday, Sept. 15, authorities said. At 7 p.m., officers responded to 709 S. Wood Ave. and found a woman with a single gunshot wound she sustained while sitting inside a vehicle in the parking lot, police said. The woman was treated on scene and transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact Det. Jim Garrison at (908) 474-8045 or via email at [email protected].
Charlie Kirk Murder Suspect Told Friends On Chat 'It Was Me' Hours Before Arrest, Report Says Charlie Kirk Murder Suspect Told Friends On Chat 'It Was Me' Hours Before Arrest, Report Says
Charlie Kirk Murder Suspect Told Friends On Chat 'It Was Me' Hours Before Arrest, Report Says Hours before his arrest, the 22-year-old suspect in the killing of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk appeared to tell friends in a private Discord group chat, “It was me at UVU yesterday. I’m sorry for all of this.”  The reference to Utah Valley University (UVU) came from screenshots reviewed by The Washington Post and people familiar with the exchange. Tyler Robinson had earlier told the group: “Hey guys, I have bad news for you all,” according to the report. The Discord message was sent on Thursday night, Sept. 11, roughly two hours before officials took Robinson into custody, Th…
Charlie Kirk Murder: Details On Suspect's Ideology, Partner, Online Activity Released Charlie Kirk Murder: Details On Suspect's Ideology, Partner, Online Activity Released
Charlie Kirk Murder: Details On Suspect's Ideology, Partner, Online Activity Released Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says interviews with people close to the man accused of killing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk have shed light on his political beliefs, and that friends unknowingly joked with him online about the shooter before his arrest. A 33-hour manhunt ended with the 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, a resident of Washington, Utah, being taken into custody after the fatal shooting of the 31-year-old Turning Point USA co-founder at Utah Valley University in Orem on Wednesday, Sept. 10. Appearing on ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday, Sept. 14, Cox said that after the shooting, Robinson’…
Woman Shot In Face By Actor In Road-Rage Attack That Shut Down NJ University: Cops Woman Shot In Face By Actor In Road-Rage Attack That Shut Down NJ University: Cops
Woman Shot In Face By Actor In Road-Rage Attack That Shut Down NJ University: Cops A 46-year-old actor is accused of shooting a woman in the face during a road rage incident that had a New Jersey university under a shelter in place for nearly an hour Thursday,  Sept. 11, authorities announced. Ernest W. Heinz, 46, of Port Republic, shot a woman in the face around 2 p.m., before he fled north onto Vera King Ferris Drive in Galloway, local police said.  Heinz's IMDB profile shows he's best known for his roles in "J. Edgar" (2011), "Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles" (2009), and "Resident Evil 5" (2009). His website says he currently works as a real estat…
Police Swarm UMass Boston After Reports Of Shots Fired Police Swarm UMass Boston After Reports Of Shots Fired
Police Swarm UMass Boston After Reports Of Shots Fired Update: University of Massachusetts at Boston has given the all clear after police investigated reports of shots fired, but officers found no evidence of gunfire. However, authorities ask students and staff to remain vigilant.  UMB Emergency Alert: Police have reported the incident on campus all clear. There is no ongoing threat to the community. — UMass Boston (@UMassBoston) September 11, 2025 Original: Boston police are asking people to steer clear of the UMass Boston campus after reports of shots being fired near Campus Center on Thursday evening, Sept. 11.  Officers said …
Shelter In Place Lifted At Stockton University Shelter In Place Lifted At Stockton University
Shelter In Place Lifted At Stockton University The shelter in place has been lifted after more than an hour at Stockton University, where officials say a vehicle involved in a shooting drove through campus Thursday, Sept. 11. University officials say a police presence remains on campus. ORIGINAL STORY Police ordered a shelter-in-place at Stockton University Thursday, Sept. 11 after a car connected to an off-campus shooting drove onto campus, school officials said. The shooting happened around 12:50 p.m. on W. Jimmie Leeds Roads near Redwood Avenue in Galloway Township, local police said. One person was injured by the gunfire and tran…
Wayne Police Lieutenant Shot Sword-Wielding Man, Grand Jury Says It Was Justified (VIDEO) Wayne Police Lieutenant Shot Sword-Wielding Man, Grand Jury Says It Was Justified (VIDEO)
Wayne Police Lieutenant Shot Sword-Wielding Man, Grand Jury Says It Was Justified (Video) A Wayne police lieutenant was legally justified when he shot a man armed with two swords earlier this year, a Passaic County grand jury found. Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes said the investigation stemmed from a Feb. 14 incident involving Lt. Doug Itjen. That day, Wayne police first responded to a single-car crash involving Connor Darpino, Valdes said. Police said Darpino became argumentative and combative with an officer, was arrested, charged, and released from headquarters. Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes said the investigation stemmed from a Feb. 14 incide…
Two Teens Shot In Jersey City At Car Meetup: Authorities Two Teens Shot In Jersey City At Car Meetup: Authorities
Two Teens Shot In Jersey City At Car Meetup: Authorities Two teenagers are in stable condition after they were shot while attending a car meetup in Jersey City on Monday, Sept. 8, At 1 a.m., Jersey City police responded to Dey Street where more than 100 vehicles were gathered for a car meetup, Kimberly Wallace Scalfione, a spokeswoman for the mayor's office said. At 3:20 a.m.,  police responded to a call for shots fired in the area of St. Paul’s and Duffield avenues and observed 40 vehicles leaving the scene, Wallace-Scalfione said. Two victims were privately transported to the hospital. A 16-year-old girl suffered a non-life-threaten…
‘Knockout Kings Of Comedy’ Star Reggie Carroll Identified As Shooting Victim ‘Knockout Kings Of Comedy’ Star Reggie Carroll Identified As Shooting Victim
‘Knockout Kings Of Comedy’ Star Reggie Carroll Identified As Shooting Victim Baltimore comedian Reginald "Reggie" Carroll has been identified by authorities as the victim in a fatal shooting last week in Mississippi.  The Southaven Police Department issued an update over the weekend, confirming that Carroll was the target of a shooting on Wednesday, Aug. 20.  According to police, officers were called to investigate a reported shooting on Burton Lane in Southaven, where they found the 52-year-old Carroll suffering from fatal gunshot wounds. One person was arrested and later charged with murder, officials said on Saturday, Aug. 23.  "Our thoughts our …
Gunman Convicted In Shooting That Killed Popular Paterson Street Vendor, Prosecutor Says Gunman Convicted In Shooting That Killed Popular Paterson Street Vendor, Prosecutor Says
Gunman Convicted In Shooting That Killed Popular Paterson Street Vendor, Prosecutor Says A Paterson man has been convicted in the 2024 shooting death of a well-known street vendor, authorities said Thursday, Aug. 21. Jimmy Mercedes, 41, was found guilty Thursday, Aug. 21, of murder and multiple weapons charges in the May 5, 2024 killing of 62-year-old Daryle Robinson Sr., Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes said. Mercedes shot Robinson twice around 10:22 a.m. at East 24th Street and Broadway, Valdes said. The location was two blocks from where Robinson was a familiar and friendly face selling DVDs, CDs, clothing and other goods. Portions of the events before and after t…
Man Shot In Face, Handgun Recovered: East Orange Police Man Shot In Face, Handgun Recovered: East Orange Police
Man Shot In Face, Handgun Recovered: East Orange Police A man was shot in East Orange late Tuesday evening, Aug. 19, authorities said. At 11:06 p.m., officers responded to 321 Park Ave. and found a Newark man with a gunshot wound to the face, East Orange police said. He was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and is in stable condition, police said. A 9 mm handgun was recovered at the scene, police said. The investigation is ongoing, police said.
Pit Bull Shot Dead After Attacking Elizabeth Cop: Authorities Pit Bull Shot Dead After Attacking Elizabeth Cop: Authorities
Pit Bull Shot Dead After Attacking Elizabeth Cop: Authorities A pit bull was fatally shot after biting a police officer in Elizabeth on Monday, Aug. 18, authorities said. At 11:40 a.m., emergency services units were at the 1000 block of Olive Street in search of a robbery suspect, a spokesperson for the City of Elizabeth said. An officer went to the backyard of a residence in case the suspect appeared, authorities said. As the officer was in the back, a large pit bull ran out and bit the officer, authorities said. The officer fired a shot, striking the dog, who died instantly, authorities said. The officer was transported to a nearby hospital by EMS,…
Gunman Dies By Suicide After Shooting Woman In Linden, Cops Say Gunman Dies By Suicide After Shooting Woman In Linden, Cops Say
Gunman Dies By Suicide After Shooting Woman In Linden, Cops Say A woman is in critical condition and the suspect is dead following a shooting in Linden on Monday, Aug. 18, authorities said. At 10:15 a.m., officers responded to the 600 block of Carnegie Street and located a woman with a gunshot wound, Linden police said.  The suspect fled from the scene and barricaded himself inside of a nearby home, police said. Officers made entry to the house and located the suspect, deceased, from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. The woman was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition, police said. The area remains an active crime …
Influencer, 33, Found Dead On NY Parkway Was Close Friend Of Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine: Reports Influencer, 33, Found Dead On NY Parkway Was Close Friend Of Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine: Reports
Influencer, 33, Found Dead On NY Parkway Was Close Friend Of Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine: Reports A 33-year-old woman who was found shot dead in a car on a parkway in the Hudson Valley, NY, was a well-known social media influencer who was also a close friend to famous rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine.  Ariela “La Langosta," whose real name was Ariela Mejia-Polanco, was found dead on the Cross County Parkway in the Westchester County city of Mount Vernon around 8 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17, inside a vehicle stopped near the Broad Street exit, as Daily Voice previously reported.  According to Westchester County Police, the discovery began when a patrol officer responded to a report of a disabled vehic…
NYC Restaurant Shooting Leaves 3 Dead, 8 Injured NYC Restaurant Shooting Leaves 3 Dead, 8 Injured
NYC Restaurant Shooting Leaves 3 Dead, 8 Injured A night of celebration turned into tragedy overnight when gunfire erupted inside a crowded New York City restaurant, leaving 11 people shot, with three of those dead. The shooting broke out just before 3:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, in Brooklyn, at Taste of the City Lounge on Franklin Avenue in Crown Heights, according to authorities. Officers responding to frantic 911 calls found chaos inside the establishment, with victims ranging in age from 27 to 61, eight of whom were men and three women, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said at a news conference. The violence followed a dis…
NYC Vet Tech, 25, Killed In Puerto Rico While On Trip To See Bad Bunny, Family Says NYC Vet Tech, 25, Killed In Puerto Rico While On Trip To See Bad Bunny, Family Says
NYC Vet Tech, 25, Killed In Puerto Rico While On Trip To See Bad Bunny, Family Says A New York City family is mourning the sudden death of 25-year-old Kevin Mares, who was killed while on vacation in Puerto Rico for a Bad Bunny concert. Mares, described by his father Hector Mares as a “deeply loved son” and “pillar of strength” by his family, was in Puerto Rico this past weekend celebrating with friends when he was “tragically caught in the crossfire of a shooting” and died instantly. The Queens man had been planning to propose to his girlfriend of six years this fall, according to the GoFundMe launched by his father. Kevin and his girlfriend, Angie. GoFundMe phot…
Times Square Shooting: 3 Injured, Teen Suspect Apprehended Times Square Shooting: 3 Injured, Teen Suspect Apprehended
Times Square Shooting: 3 Injured, Teen Suspect Apprehended A burst of gunfire broke out overnight in Times Square, leaving three people wounded and a teenage suspect in handcuffs in the heart of midtown Manhattan, police said. The violence erupted just before 1:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 at the bustling corner of 44th Street and 7th Avenue. Investigators say the shooting began with a dispute between a 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man, who was shot in the foot.  During the chaos, stray bullets also struck a 65-year-old man in the leg, and grazed an 18-year-old woman. All three victims were hospitalized and are listed in stable condition. …
New Details Emerge On Deadly CDC Campus Attack After Gunman Opens Fire On 4 Atlanta Buildings New Details Emerge On Deadly CDC Campus Attack After Gunman Opens Fire On 4 Atlanta Buildings
New Details Emerge On Deadly CDC Campus Attack After Gunman Opens Fire On 4 Atlanta Buildings New details have emergency after a suspect apparently targeting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) opened fire on four of its buildings in Atlanta. New update: ID Released For Suspect Who Allegedly Opened Fire On CDC Campus In Atlanta, Killing Officer The gunman, stationed just across the street from the CDC’s Roybal Campus in the upscale Druid Hills neighborhood, unleashed a barrage of shots, terrifying employees and the nearby open-access campus of Emory University as the workday ended Friday, Aug. 8. Authorities say the suspect was found with gunshot wounds on the se…
Rifle-Wielding Man Shot Dead After Ambush Kills PA Woman, Injures Two Troopers, EMT (UPDATE) Rifle-Wielding Man Shot Dead After Ambush Kills PA Woman, Injures Two Troopers, EMT (UPDATE)
Rifle-Wielding Man Shot Dead After Ambush Kills PA Woman, Injures Two Troopers, EMT (Update) A rifle-wielding man was shot and killed after ambushing two Pennsylvania State Troopers during a welfare check in Thompson Township, Susquehanna County, on Thursday, Aug. 7, PSP announced. A woman was killed in the initial shooting, and an EMT was also injured when his vehicle was hit by gunfire. The call came in to PSP Gibson Barracks at 11:17 a.m. from the boyfriend of 57-year-old Lori Wasko after a shooting at her home at 20141 State Route 171. Trooper Joseph Perechinsky, a six-year patrolman whose father is the Mayfield Borough police chief and whose brother is a police officer in Arch…
Elizabeth Man Killed In Newark Double Shooting: Police Elizabeth Man Killed In Newark Double Shooting: Police
Elizabeth Man Killed In Newark Double Shooting: Police A 33-year-old Elizabeth man was fatally shot in Newark double shooting late Saturday evening, Aug. 2, authorities said. At 11:55 p.m., Newark police responded to 312-316 Bloomfield Ave. and found two people struck by gunfire, Essex County Prosecutor Theodore Stephens II and Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda said. Alvis Jottanael Perez-Liriano was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead the next morning, authorities said. The other victim is in stable condition, authorities said. Visitation for Perez-Liriano will be held Saturday, Aug. 9 at 4 p.m. at …