HS Junior Killed, Dad Of 4 Hospitalized In Head-On Crash: PA State Police HS Junior Killed, Dad Of 4 Hospitalized In Head-On Crash: PA State Police
HS Junior Killed, Dad Of 4 Hospitalized In Head-On Crash: PA State Police Multiple families have been affected by a deadly head-on crash at the Dauphin and Schuylkill counties lines. Ronald "RJ" Maichle, 17 of Gratz, was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu east on Berry Road/PA Route 209 in Williams Township when he crossed over the center line and slammed into a 2021 Ford Escape, Pennsylvania State Police detailed in a release. His family and school later identified the driver as RJ.  The crash happened at 4:17 p.m. on Dec. 3, according to the police.  ***MCI on Route 209*** The Engine Company and Rescue Company recently cleared a motor vehicle accident on Rou…
Murder-Suicide: NJ Mom Of 4 ID'd After BF Shot Her In Gated Pocono Community Murder-Suicide: NJ Mom Of 4 ID'd After BF Shot Her In Gated Pocono Community
Murder-Suicide: NJ Mom Of 4 ID'd After BF Shot Her In Gated Pocono Community A domestic incident turned into an apparent murder-suicide in a gated community near the resorts in the Poconos on Tuesday night, authorities announced.  Leilani Ramos, a 37-year-old mom of four from Newark, NJ, died from a homicide caused by multiple gunshot wounds at 8:33 p.m. on Nov. 28, Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio, detailed in a release the following morning. Pocono Township police were called by Leilani to a "domestic-related shooting" in the private gated community on Ski Side Drive, near Camelback Road in Tannersville around 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 28, as sta…
Philadelphia Mom Shot In Head, Killed Coming Home From Work: 'Never Stopped Smiling' Philadelphia Mom Shot In Head, Killed Coming Home From Work: 'Never Stopped Smiling'
Philadelphia Mom Shot In Head, Killed Coming Home From Work: 'Never Stopped Smiling' The Philadelphia woman who was shot and killed on West Norris Street last week was a hard-working mother of two, her children say.  Forty-two-year-old Laura Abrams had a gunshot wound to the head when police found her before sunrise on Wednesday, Nov. 22, Daily Voice reported. She was pronounced dead at the scene and homicide detectives are investigating, police have said.  On a GoFundMe campaign, Abrams' children said she was coming back from work and was shot during a botched robbery.   "She was on her way home from her job and was murdered over a petty theft," wrote…
Skateboarder, 28, Killed In Levittown Hit-Run: Bucks County Coroner Skateboarder, 28, Killed In Levittown Hit-Run: Bucks County Coroner
Skateboarder, 28, Killed In Levittown Hit-Run: Bucks County Coroner A skateboarder succumbed to his injuries last week after he was struck in a Levittown hit-and-run, said the Bucks County Coroner's Office.  Joel Steven Moreau, 28, died from multiple injuries and his death has been ruled accidental, authorities said.  Moreau was riding near Haines Road in Bristol Township when he was fatally struck on Friday evening, Nov. 24, according to officials. Police have not announced an arrest in connection with his death.  On a GoFundMe campaign launched Sunday, Nov. 26, Moreau's sister Nicole Yosick memorialized her brother as a "vibrant spirit." "In loving memo…
Young Motorcyclist Killed In Thanksgiving Crash Was 'Extraordinary,' Bethlehem Family Says Young Motorcyclist Killed In Thanksgiving Crash Was 'Extraordinary,' Bethlehem Family Says
Young Motorcyclist Killed In Thanksgiving Crash Was 'Extraordinary,' Bethlehem Family Says Support is on the rise for the family of a motorcyclist killed in a Lehigh County crash on Thanksgiving. More than $5,800 had been raised on a GoFundMe as of Saturday, Nov. 25 for the family of Luis Enrique Rivera Ocasio, of Bethlehem. A 20-year-old motorcyclist was killed around 12:45 p.m. on East Emmaus and Taskill avenues in Salisbury Township, Lehigh County Coroner Daniel Buglio said. Major accident on E. Emmaus Ave at Gaskill. Roadway will be closed for an extended period of time. Please use alternate routes. Posted by Salisbury Township Police Department on Thursday, November 23…
After Fall From Roof, PA Dad Hopes To Come Home By Thanksgiving After Fall From Roof, PA Dad Hopes To Come Home By Thanksgiving
After Fall From Roof, PA Dad Hopes To Come Home By Thanksgiving As he recovers after an accidental fall from a roof last week, friends and loved ones are hoping one Montgomery County dad will make it home for the holiday.  Justin Lutz of Gilbertsville was power washing a home on Nov. 16 when the ladder slipped and he fell two stories, according to his GoFundMe campaign. He was airlifted to a trauma center after landing on a cast-iron post that lodged in his chest, loved ones said.  "He is currently in ICU where the staff are working to help him heal and stay as comfortable as possible," wrote page organizer Toshya Gonzalez.  Doctor…
'Pillar Of Strength:' Sudden Death Of Lyn Podolski Stuns Delco Community  (TRIBUTE) 'Pillar Of Strength:' Sudden Death Of Lyn Podolski Stuns Delco Community  (TRIBUTE)
'Pillar Of Strength:' Sudden Death Of Lyn Podolski Stuns Delco Community (Tribute) Days after her sudden death, Lyn Podolski's dear husband Bob is throwing her a birthday sendoff. Lyn died suddenly on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 50 years old, one month shy of her 50th birthday — Dec. 6. On Dec. 8, Bob Podolski will be throwing a birthday party honoring his late wife, he announced on Facebook. So to celebrate Lyn’s 51st birthday this year, I will be hosting a birthday dinner on her actual birthday on December... Posted by Robert Podolski on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 Lyn's death comes six months after she and Bob suffered a house fire, according to a GoFundMe launched for …
Woman Found Dead At PA Motel Was 'Most Beautiful Kind Generous' Family Says Woman Found Dead At PA Motel Was 'Most Beautiful Kind Generous' Family Says
Woman Found Dead At PA Motel Was 'Most Beautiful Kind Generous' Family Says A woman described as "kind and funny" was found dead at a motel, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Nov. 13. Tiffany Kay Judge, 35, of Yardley, Pennsylvania, was found dead in a room at Valley Lodge Motel on Monday, according to a release by the state police. Troopers from Selinsgrove were called for "a death investigation" at the motel located at 2103 North Susquehanna Trail in Monroe Township, Snyder County, as stated in the release.   Their investigation is ongoing, Trooper Jeffrey Tice wrote.  Tiffany dated Anthony Busard, according to her sister. His Facebook profile notes that …
Mom Charged With Neglect Launches GoFundMe After Dad Found Dead With Rat Mom Charged With Neglect Launches GoFundMe After Dad Found Dead With Rat
Mom Charged With Neglect Launches GoFundMe After Dad Found Dead With Rat A mom launched a GoFundMe for her children's dad days after he was found dead in a bathroom with a rat crawling on him as Pennsylvania State Police troopers detailed in court documents obtained by Daily Voice. Kayla Marie Little, 35 of Littlestown started a fundraiser for her daughters three days after the children's father, 36-year-old Bryson W. King died on Nov. 1, 2023, according to posts she made on social media, Bryson's obituary, and statements by the Pennsylvania State Police in an affidavit obtained by Daily Voice.  Troopers came to Little and King family's home in the 100 block of …
Murder-Suicide Orphans 9-Year-Old Girl In Pennsylvania, Fund Says Murder-Suicide Orphans 9-Year-Old Girl In Pennsylvania, Fund Says
Murder-Suicide Orphans 9-Year-Old Girl In Pennsylvania, Fund Says A 9-year-old girl has been orphaned following an apparent murder-suicide in Lebanon City, according to a fundraiser launched to help the young girl.  The police have identified 42-year-old Jenny Hilario-Veras and 59-year-old Secundi Jimenez-Marrero as the couple found dead from gunshot wounds in the 300 block of South Ninth Street at 8:49 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, the Lebanon City police announced on Thursday, Nov. 9.  The police "do not suspect any outside parties are involved at this time" and have classified the case as a "Homicide/Suicide," as stated in the release.  The…
Late PA Dad Leaves Behind Infant, Pregnant Wife Late PA Dad Leaves Behind Infant, Pregnant Wife
Late PA Dad Leaves Behind Infant, Pregnant Wife Ryan P. McKnight of Springfield, a devoted husband and father, died suddenly on Sunday, Oct. 29, loved ones said in his obituary. He was 30.  A Delaware County native, McKnight attended both St. Francis of Assisi School and Springfield High School before continuing his studies at Pennsylvania State University, relatives said in his obit. It was during his time as a Nittany Lion that Ryan met his future wife, Colleen "Bean" Lake, according to loved ones.  "Ryan found his perfect match and his greatest love when he met 'Bean,'" said Molly Stefanski on GoFundMe. "Ryan’s devotion to Bean was…
Teen Killed In Halloween Shooting Was Middle School Student: Bensalem PD Teen Killed In Halloween Shooting Was Middle School Student: Bensalem PD
Teen Killed In Halloween Shooting Was Middle School Student: Bensalem PD Authorities and loved ones have named the 14-year-old boy killed in a Bensalem shooting on Halloween night.  Peter Romano was a student at Snyder Middle School, township police said Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 1.  "Peter was a 14-year-old boy who enjoyed doing everything a 14-year-old boy loved to do," family members said on a memorial GoFundMe page. "A sudden loss like this is very heavy and devastating." Loved ones are seeking donations to help pay for the teen's unexpected funeral costs. As of Wednesday, the campaign has raised nearly $2,000.  Superintendent Samuel Lee of the Bensalem S…