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Man Dies By Suicide At Pennsylvania Courthouse: Officials Man Dies By Suicide At Pennsylvania Courthouse: Officials
Man Dies By Suicide At Pennsylvania Courthouse: Officials A man died by suicide inside the Huntingdon County Courthouse early Thursday morning, Jan. 16, according to a statement from the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts. Law enforcement confirmed there is no threat to public safety. The courthouse will remain closed for the day, with all proceedings rescheduled, court officials said. Defendants and counsel will receive official notice of the new dates from Huntingdon County Court Administration, according to the release. The courthouse staff and public were thanked for their cooperation and understanding during the swift response by l…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Woman Fights Off Rape Attempt At PA Business: State Police Woman Fights Off Rape Attempt At PA Business: State Police
Woman Fights Off Rape Attempt At PA Business: State Police A Glen Mills man is accused of attempting to rape a woman at a Concord Township business before being apprehended nearby, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Patrick O'Shea, 46, was arrested after troopers responded to a report of an assault in progress at a business in the 200 block of Wilmington-West Chester Pike at 9:36 a.m., police said. The investigation revealed that O'Shea entered the business and began conversing with the woman, who was alone at the time, authorities said. When she entered a small room at the rear of the business, O'Shea allegedly followed, ph…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Trespasser Struck By Amtrak Train Near Lancaster, Police Say Trespasser Struck By Amtrak Train Near Lancaster, Police Say
Trespasser Struck By Amtrak Train Near Lancaster, Police Say An individual was struck by an Amtrak train near Lancaster while trespassing on the tracks, East Hempfield Township Police said on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Amtrak train 663 was en route from New York City to Harrisburg when the incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12, near Landisville, Pennsylvania, Amtrak officials said in a statement. No injuries were reported among the 138 passengers and crew onboard, according to Amtrak. The East Hempfield Township Police Department assisted Amtrak Police in the initial investigation but clarified in a release that Amtrak Police are the lea…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Philly Teacher Who Made Threats To NJ Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report Philly Teacher Who Made Threats To NJ Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report
Philly Teacher Who Made Threats To NJ Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report Amir Doctry, who was arrested Monday, Jan. 13 after making threats that caused the Montclair school district to shut down, had been placed on leave for "erratic behavior," according to a report. The Northeast Elementary School teacher, was arrested at his home in Philadelphia, after posting a bizarre YouTube video in which he claimed he was going to be the next Montclair superintendent. In the video description, he wrote: "Joe must die school shooting Montclair school shooting kills Dr. Joe Racsim Racist Joe is dead. He dies tonight." Montclair Police Lt. Terrence Turner told the New York …

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by Sam Barron
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Man Shot In Head, Killed In North Philadelphia: Police Man Shot In Head, Killed In North Philadelphia: Police
Man Shot In Head, Killed In North Philadelphia: Police A man was fatally shot in the head in North Philadelphia early Sunday, Jan. 12, police said. Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department responded to reports of a shooting on the 2600 block of North 27th Street in the 22nd District at 4:28 a.m., according to a release. The man, whose age has not been determined, was pronounced dead on the scene by medics from the Philadelphia Fire Department at 4:28 a.m., authorities said. The scene was secured, but no weapon was recovered, and no arrests have been made, police said. The investigation remains active and ongoing with homicide detectiv…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Teen With Gun Surrenders After Philadelphia Barricade: Police Teen With Gun Surrenders After Philadelphia Barricade: Police
Teen With Gun Surrenders After Philadelphia Barricade: Police A 16-year-old boy armed with a gun surrendered peacefully after barricading himself inside a  Philadelphia home, authorities announced. The standoff on the 1700 block of South Hollywood Street began at 1:14 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12, when police responded to reports of an armed individual inside a property. The situation was declared a barricade at 1:35 p.m., and SWAT was called to assist, police said. The teen voluntarily surrendered without incident at 3:03 p.m., according to authorities. No injuries to civilians or officers were reported, and a firearm was recovered from the scene, po…

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by Jillian Pikora
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DEATH INVESTIGATION: Body Found On Eastern PA Trail, Police Say DEATH INVESTIGATION: Body Found On Eastern PA Trail, Police Say
Death Investigation: Body Found On Eastern PA Trail, Police Say A 43-year-old man was found dead on the 1700 block of Sullivan Trail in Forks Township on Saturday, Jan. 11, police announced. Officers responded to a report of an unresponsive male in the area around 1:40 p.m., according to the Forks Township Police Department. Upon arrival, they confirmed the man was deceased. Detectives are investigating the incident alongside the Northampton County Coroner’s Office, authorities said. Preliminary findings suggest the death is not suspicious, and there is no threat to the public, police noted in the release. The Forks Township Police Department is urgin…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Residential Fire Closes Road In Hatfield Township (DEVELOPING) Residential Fire Closes Road In Hatfield Township (DEVELOPING)
Residential Fire Closes Road In Hatfield Township (Developing) A residential fire has forced a road closure in Hatfield Township, police announced on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Clymer Road is shut down at Line Lexington Road, Holly Lane, and Orvilla Road as emergency crews respond to the fire, according to Hatfield Township Police. Drivers are urged not to bypass emergency vehicles and to use alternate routes, authorities said. This incident was first reported at 11:19 a.m., police noted. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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14-Year-Old Shot Twice In Critical Condition: Philadelphia Police 14-Year-Old Shot Twice In Critical Condition: Philadelphia Police
14-Year-Old Shot Twice In Critical Condition: Philadelphia Police A 14-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot twice in Philadelphia’s 16th District, police announced Monday, Jan. 6. The shooting happened at 7:02 p.m. on the unit block of Farson Street, authorities said. Officers found the teen with two gunshot wounds to his left leg. He was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was listed in critical condition, according to police. The scene remains under investigation, with the Shooting Investigation Group leading the case. No arrests have been made, and no weapon has been recovered, officials said. Anyone with info…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Gun Left In Church During Service Sparks Charges: PA State Police Gun Left In Church During Service Sparks Charges: PA State Police
Gun Left In Church During Service Sparks Charges: PA State Police A man is facing charges after allegedly leaving his firearm under a seat at a church service, Pennsylvania State Police announced. The incident occurred at a church on East Swamp Road in Milford Township, Bucks County, on Sunday, Dec. 15 at approximately 9 a.m., state police said. The man attended the service and returned home, leaving his firearm behind under his seat in the nave, according to authorities. A church member discovered the weapon while cleaning and contacted state police. The owner of the firearm was identified, and charges are pending approval from the Bucks County D…

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by Jillian Pikora
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'Highly Intoxicated And Violent' Man Spits On Officer In Pen Argyl: Police 'Highly Intoxicated And Violent' Man Spits On Officer In Pen Argyl: Police
'Highly Intoxicated And Violent' Man Spits On Officer In Pen Argyl: Police A man accused of spitting on a police officer and acting violently while intoxicated was arrested in Pen Argyl on New Year’s Day, Slate Belt Regional Police said. Aidan Patrick Seitter, 20, was arrested after police were dispatched to 211 E. Pennsylvania Avenue for reports of a "highly intoxicated and violent" man at 1:28 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, authorities said. Officers arrived to find Seitter "manifestly under the influence of alcohol," according to the release. When Suburban EMS arrived to provide treatment, Seitter allegedly became combative, spitting saliva at an officer in t…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Barricaded Gunman Taken Into Custody After Standoff In Williamsport: Police Barricaded Gunman Taken Into Custody After Standoff In Williamsport: Police
Barricaded Gunman Taken Into Custody After Standoff In Williamsport: Police A Pennsylvania constable’s attempt to serve eviction papers to a 64-year-old man in Williamsport escalated into a standoff with police on Monday, Dec. 30, police said. Kenneth Austin, a resident of an apartment building at 798 W. Edwin St., allegedly pointed a handgun at the constable before barricading himself inside the unit around 8:03 a.m., according to the Williamsport Police Department. Officers from the Williamsport Police, Lycoming Regional Police, Penn College Police, and Lycoming County Juvenile and Adult Probation Offices responded to the scene. Nearby residents were evacuated fo…

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