Frozen Water Bottles Hurled At Cars: PA State Police Frozen Water Bottles Hurled At Cars: PA State Police
Frozen Water Bottles Hurled At Cars: PA State Police Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after frozen water bottles were thrown at passing cars in Bucks County, shattering windshields and causing damage, authorities announced. Troopers from PSP Dublin responded to multiple complaints between 11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, and 1 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, after motorists reported being targeted in Durham and Nockamixon townships, police said. Victims told investigators they saw a sedan approach before the projectiles were launched at their vehicles, according to state police. Although no injuries were reported, the frozen bottles caused broken…
Woman Killed In Violent  Crash: PA State Police Woman Killed In Violent  Crash: PA State Police
Woman Killed In Violent Crash: PA State Police A Montgomery County woman was killed when she pulled into the path of an oncoming pickup truck at a Worcester Township intersection, Pennsylvania State Police said. Ilene Zeff, 65, of Ambler, was stopped at a posted stop sign on Woodlyn Avenue at Valley Forge Road when she suddenly entered the northbound lane around 12:05 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, according to troopers. Her 2016 Nissan Rogue was struck on the driver’s side by a northbound 2016 Ram 2500 driven by David J. Starks, 37, of Eagleville, police said. The force of the crash sent Zeff’s SUV flying 63 feet before slamming into a f…
PA Property Taxes Among Nation's Highest, New Study Says: Here's What Homeowners Pay PA Property Taxes Among Nation's Highest, New Study Says: Here's What Homeowners Pay
PA Property Taxes Among Nation's Highest, New Study Says: Here's What Homeowners Pay Many homeowners in the Northeast are paying some of the highest property taxes in the country, with New Jersey topping the list for the largest tax burden, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Property Taxes by State on Tuesday, Feb. 18. The study compared real estate and vehicle property taxes across the US, ranking New Jersey 51st — dead last when counting Washington, DC — for homeownership costs.  Garden State homeowners pay an average of $9,541 in annual property taxes on a median-priced home, more than three times the national average of $2,969. "Som…
Drunk Palmer Township Woman Crashes Into Utility Pole While Wanted For DUI: Police Drunk Palmer Township Woman Crashes Into Utility Pole While Wanted For DUI: Police
Drunk Palmer Township Woman Crashes Into Utility Pole While Wanted For DUI: Police A Palmer Township woman with an active bench warrant for DUI was arrested after crashing into a car and a utility pole while allegedly driving under the influence, police said. Maureen Simonetta, 55, was behind the wheel of a silver Dodge Caravan speeding along Wood Avenue when she lost control and struck a guide rail before slamming into a stopped vehicle at the Northampton Street intersection, according to Palmer Township police. She then continued forward and crashed into a utility pole, authorities said. Officers responded to the three-vehicle crash with injuries at 8:29 p.m. on Wedne…
PA Teen Dies Suddenly After Flu Complications, 600+ Mourners Attend Funeral PA Teen Dies Suddenly After Flu Complications, 600+ Mourners Attend Funeral
PA Teen Dies Suddenly After Flu Complications, 600+ Mourners Attend Funeral Christian Theodore Todd, 16, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, after falling ill with the flu. His death has left his family and community in shock and heartbreak, with more than 600 mourners gathering to honor his life—the largest service ever hosted by the funeral home, his family told Daily Voice on Thursday, Feb. 20. Born on Feb. 13, 2008, in Harrisburg, Christian was the son of Eric T. and Waneta J. (Johnson) Todd, according to his obituary posted by Miller-Bowersox Funeral Home. A junior at Greencastle-Antrim High School, he also att…
PA Teen Sped At 70 MPH, Killing Landscaper In Hit-And-Run: Affidavit PA Teen Sped At 70 MPH, Killing Landscaper In Hit-And-Run: Affidavit
PA Teen Sped At 70 MPH, Killing Landscaper In Hit-And-Run: Affidavit A Pennsylvania teen is facing homicide by vehicle and other charges after police claim he sped through a residential street at nearly 70 mph, struck a landscaper, and fled the scene, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Friday, Feb. 21. Shakim Elias Mendez, 18, of Flourtown, was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Wilmington, Delaware, on Feb. 20, 2025, in connection to the Nov. 8, 2024, hit-and-run that killed Artemio De La Rosa Martinez, 35, of Norristown, authorities announced. The fatal crash happened at 6011 West Valley Green Road in Whitemarsh Township, Montgomery County…
Tesla Recalls 376K+ More Vehicles For Power Steering Issues Amid Stock Slump, Boycotts Tesla Recalls 376K+ More Vehicles For Power Steering Issues Amid Stock Slump, Boycotts
Tesla Recalls 376K+ More Vehicles For Power Steering Issues Amid Stock Slump, Boycotts As Tesla's stock slides and the company faces growing scrutiny over safety issues, another recall has been issued due to more crash risks in its vehicles, officials said. Tesla has recalled 376,241 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The Teslas are at risk of losing their power steering assist. A flaw in the printed circuit board of the electronic power steering assist could cause power steering failure when the vehicle stops and then accelerates again. "A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low…
126K+ Lose Power, 1 Killed, Flights Grounded, Trains Delayed, Roads Closed As Winds Slam PA 126K+ Lose Power, 1 Killed, Flights Grounded, Trains Delayed, Roads Closed As Winds Slam PA
126K+ Lose Power, 1 Killed, Flights Grounded, Trains Delayed, Roads Closed As Winds Slam PA Fierce winds ripped through Pennsylvania from Sunday, Feb. 16, into Monday, Feb. 17, toppling trees, knocking out power to 126,000 people, shutting down roads, and causing deadly destruction. A woman was killed when a tree crushed her car in Philadelphia, flights were grounded, trains delayed, and thousands remain in the dark as crews scramble to repair the damage. Widespread Power Outages Powerful winds up to 60 miles per hour knocked out electricity for 126,000 PECO customers at its peak, with 42,210 still without power as of 11:45 a.m. Monday, according to the company. PECO reported 1,642…
Ex-BF Wanted In Philly Mom's Murder Leads Pursuit, Arrested Afer Crashing In NY: State Police Ex-BF Wanted In Philly Mom's Murder Leads Pursuit, Arrested Afer Crashing In NY: State Police
Ex-BF Wanted In Philly Mom's Murder Leads Pursuit, Arrested Afer Crashing In NY: State Police A Philadelphia man who has been wanted in the killing of his ex-girlfriend, a young mother whose body was discovered in a shallow grave last year, was arrested in Westchester County, NY following a routine motor vehicle stop and brief police pursuit, authorities said. Geovanni Otero, 29, is accused of killing Melody Rivera, 29, who a devoted mom, was found buried in the 900 block of Tustin Avenue in the Fox Chase neighborhood of Philadelphia on Nov. 7, 2024, days after she was reported missing, as Daily Voice previously reported.  On Saturday, Feb. 15, Otero was behind the wh…
Maryland Carjacker Beats Driver, Runs Victim Over In Pennsylvania Attack: Police Maryland Carjacker Beats Driver, Runs Victim Over In Pennsylvania Attack: Police
Maryland Carjacker Beats Driver, Runs Victim Over In Pennsylvania Attack: Police A Maryland man is facing a long list of felony charges after allegedly ramming into another vehicle, beating the driver, and running them over with their own vehicle before fleeing in the stolen car, authorities announced. West Hazleton Police say 40-year-old Damascus resident David William Kelpy was arrested after a violent carjacking and assault that unfolded early Saturday morning on East Broad Street. Officers were called around 1:10 a.m. on Feb. 15 for a report of a fight and stolen vehicle.  Investigators determined that Kelpy intentionally rammed his pickup truck into the back …
Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed
Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed The Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crash in Northeast Philadelphia caused extensive damage to the surrounding neighborhood, displacing families and leaving a trail of destruction. Extent Of Damage Officials confirmed that the crash on Friday, Jan. 31 had a wide-reaching impact on the Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard area: 4 homes were destroyed 6 homes sustained major damage 11 homes suffered minor damage 343 homes were impacted In addition to the structural damage, numerous vehicles were destroyed, and debris scattered throughout the area caused further property loss. NTSBgov…
‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery ‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery
‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery A 10-year-old boy critically injured when debris from the Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crash in Northeast Philadelphia struck his family’s car is awake and asking about his 4-year-old sister, his family said. Andre Howard III Severely Injured In Crash Andre Howard III was inside a car with his family near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard when the Learjet 55 exploded upon impact after taking off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday, Jan. 31. A piece of debris from the fiery wreckage smashed through the windshield, piercing Andre’s head as he tried to shield his little sister. He…