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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…
Shooting At Eagles NFC Championship Celebration Leads To Teen's Arrest: Philadelphia Police
A teenager has been arrested in connection with a shooting at the Eagles NFC Championship celebration in Center City, Philadelphia police announced on Wednesday, Jan. 29.
Amere Wright, 18, was identified as the suspected gunman who shot a 20-year-old man in the lower abdomen and hip at 1300 Chestnut Street around 9:25 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 26, authorities said.
The victim, who approached officers assigned to the Eagles Crowd Detail, was rushed to Jefferson Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition, police said.
Detectives with the Shooting Investigation Group reviewed surveillan…
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report
Natalie DiDonato, known for her appearance on Season 5 of "Mob Wives," has been reported missing after failing to show up for two flights home, according to TMZ.
The Las Vegas Police Department confirmed that a missing person report for DiDonato, 44, was filed on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2025. However, Philadelphia Police did not respond to our request for comment.
**UPDATE: DiDonato was found, click here to read out the our full report**
According to TMZ, DiDonato’s family is deeply concerned after she failed to board a Jan. 5 flight from Philadelphia to her home in Florida. Friends and family sa…
Third Pennsylvania Prison Stabbing in 24 Hours
A 32-year-old man was stabbed multiple times in the head and face inside the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center (PICC) on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., according to Philadelphia police.
The man was rushed to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. Police said no weapon was recovered, and the scene was not held, though an arrest has been made.
This incident marks the third stabbing within Philadelphia’s prison system in just 24 hours. On Friday evening, two inmates, aged 30 and 31, were attacked at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility …
Estranged Husband Named 'Person Of Interest' After Woman Found Killed In PA Garage: Police
A "person of interest" has been identified after a second missing woman was found murdered in her Philadelphia home, police announced on Monday, Oct. 28.
Miguel Aguilar, 34, of Philadelphia, has been identified as a "person of interest" in the death of Ivelisse Lugo, 51, of the 5900 block of Elsinore Street, according to the Philadelphia Police.
Lugo was reported as missing at 8:15 a.m., PPD detailed in a release on Saturday, Oct. 26.
She was thought to be "in the company of her estranged husband, who owns a 2006 Chevy Express van with Pennsylvania license plate #ZRR-4023, with a cross on…
Police ID 5 Killed In Philadelphia Mass Shooting
Police have identified the five victims killed Monday evening, July 3 by a 40-year-old gunman in a bulletproof vest who opened fire in Philadelphia's Kingsessing section.
The following individuals were killed by gunfire:
Lashyd Merritt, 20, male, shot multiple times in the chest and arm, pronounced at 8:43 p.m.; Dymir Stanton, 2, male, shot in the chest and back, pronounced at 8:43 p.m.; Ralph Moralis, 59, shot in the head, side, and buttocks, pronounced at 8:47 p.m.; Daujan Brown, 15, male, shot in the shoulder, chest, and back, pronounced at 8:40 p.m.; Joseph Wamah, Jr., 31, male, shot m…
Philly Police Officer Who Died Suddenly At 30 Leaves Behind Wife, Twin Babies
Beloved Philadelphia police officer and dad of twins Kevin Joseph Regan died suddenly on Saturday, Oct. 8. He was 30.
Born in Meadowbrook, Regan graduated from Abington Senior High School and Temple University, according to his obituary.
He served his community as a police officer in Philadelphia and leaves behind his wife Regan, and their 14-month-old sons, Declan and Maclan, according to a GoFundMe.
"Kevin was a beloved friend, coworker, son, husband, and father," reads the fundraiser launched by Mike Givens.
"Please let's show her the support she needs in this time of tr…
Intruder Attacks, Sexually Assaults Elderly Woman In Philadelphia Home, Police Say
A man unlawfully entered an elderly woman's home in Philadelphia on Thursday, Sept. 14, and attacked and sexually assaulted her, authorities said.
The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. in a home on the 7400 block of Devon Street, Philadelphia police said.
The man, believed to be between the ages of 17 and 24, walked inside the 71-year-old woman's home through an unlocked door and demanded money, police said.
When she refused, the man punched her in the head multiple times and choked her, according to police. He then allegedly forced the resident to take her clothes off, after which he sex…
Unruly Swimmers Assault Staff, Vandalize Cars After Being Asked To Leave Philly Pool: Police
Police are on the hunt for three girls who became unruly, assaulted staff members, and vandalized cars at a Philadelphia pool, authorities said.
Chaos began around 4:25 p.m. Thursday, July 21, when the swimmers were asked to leave the McVeigh Recreation Center due to their disruptive behavior, but they refused and became hostile towards the staff, Philadelphia police said.
The girls then taunted and threatened the workers, prompting them to close the pool and evacuate the remaining swimmers, police said.
That's when the trio followed the employees into the recreation center build…
