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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…
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Man Fatally Shot In Norristown; $5K Reward Offered For Shooter ID: DA (
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A 27-year-old man was shot and killed while parking outside his Norristown home, and authorities are offering a $5,000 reward for information on the shooter, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele announced on Friday, Feb. 14. Cesar Flores-Diaz, 27, was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds to the head inside his white Volkswagen CC, which was still running with its headlights on, police said. The shooting occurred on the 800 block of George Street around 8:52 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. Surveillance video shows the suspect waiting in a stairwell for approximately five minutes…
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PA Teens In Stolen Kia's Wild Ride Ends After Driving Over Yard, Fleeing Cops
A trio of teens in a stolen Kia Soul tore through a quiet King of Prussia neighborhood, plowing over a yard before ditching the car and making a run for it—only to be hunted down by Upper Merion police, authorities said. It all started around 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28, when frantic calls flooded 911 about a blue Kia Soul speeding recklessly through the Valley Forge Homes neighborhood, police said. Witnesses reported the car appeared wrecked, possibly from a previous crash. Officers swarmed the area and soon spotted the damaged Kia on Kingwood Road near Musket. But when police tried to st…
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PA Inmate’s $15K Plot To Kill Ex Using Instagram Foiled: Affidavit
A Montgomery County Correctional Facility (MCCF) inmate and a Norristown man are accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot targeting the inmate’s former girlfriend, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele announced on Thursday, Jan. 30. Zunir Wilson-Walker, 22, and Jadan Uriah Jones, 20, are charged with criminal solicitation of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, and criminal use of a communications facility. Wilson-Walker faces additional charges, including terroristic threats, stalking, simple assault, and strangulation related to his ex-girlfr…
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Suspects ID'd For Shooting Man In Face, Killing In Norristown: Montco DA
Marquan “Trey” Banks, 25, of Brookhaven, has been arrested for the first-degree murder of 37-year-old Jermaine Pierce in Norristown, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele and Norristown Acting Police Chief James Angelucci announced on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025. The shooting occurred on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 7:34 p.m. on the 500 block of Noble Street, as Daily Voice reported at the time. Pierce was found unresponsive with a fatal gunshot wound to the face, and an autopsy confirmed the manner of death was homicide. Detectives recovered four fired shell casings and two live rounds…
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37-Year-Old Man Shot Dead In Norristown: DA
A homicide investigation has been launched after a 37-year-old man was shot dead in Norristown, authorities announced Sunday, Jan. 12. The fatal shooting occurred at approximately 7:34 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, according to Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele and Norristown Acting Police Chief James Angelucci. Officers responding to a 911 call found the victim lying in the street with a gunshot wound. Despite efforts from emergency responders, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity is being withheld until his next of kin can be notified. Montgomery Count…
Business
These 64 PA Big Lots Stores Are Among Nearly 1,000 Closing Nationwide: Here's When
Big Lots, the popular discount retailer, is officially going out of business. The company, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September, has announced plans to close all 963 of its remaining stores nationwide, including the remaining 64 locations in Pennsylvania. Big Lots had 73 stores located in the Keystone State when they declared bankruptcy over the summer. More than 6% of all Big Lots were located in the commonwealth, with the most stores located in Texas. The last day of business is expected to be in mid-February, according to sources familiar with the closures. While offi…
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Norristown Police Chief Resigns Effective Immediately
Jacqueline Bailey-Davis has resigned as the Municipality of Norristown Chief of Police, effective immediately, officials announced Tuesday, Dec. 17. Bailey-Davis, who took office on Jan. 2, 2024, had been placed on administrative leave on Nov. 25. Municipal Administrator Leonard Lightner previously stated that the decision to place her on leave was made “after careful consideration” and emphasized the confidentiality of personnel matters. “The council and municipal leadership are focused on maintaining stability within the police department,” Lightner said in the earlier announcement. …
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Armed Robbery At Norristown Quick Mart: Police Seek Public's Help
A suspect armed with a silver handgun held employees at gunpoint and robbed a Norristown convenience store, police announced on Thursday, Dec. 12. The robbery occurred at the Quick Mart Food & Tobacco store on the 100 block of West Logan Street around 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, according to Norristown police. The man entered the store, threatened employees with the firearm, and stole cash from the registers before fleeing south on Locust Street on foot, authorities said. Norristown police are urging the community to help identify the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to c…
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10 Rowhome Fire Displaces 40 In Norristown On Thanksgiving Eve; Community Rallies (
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A devastating multi-alarm fire on the 700 block of West Lafayette Street in Norristown displaced approximately 40 people and damaged 10 homes on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, officials said. The blaze, which erupted just before Thanksgiving, left families homeless but caused no serious injuries, according to the Norristown Fire Department. Firefighters from multiple mutual aid companies worked tirelessly to contain the flames. “The fire spread quickly and required a lot of hard work by all the firefighters," the department shared in a statement. "We are deeply devastated by the loss of homes …
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Convict Charged With Murder For Apartment Shooting: Montgomery County DA
A Norristown man was arrested for murder after shooting a 32-year-old man inside his apartment on East Marshall Street, according to a release by the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office. Norristown police officers found Smith on the sidewalk outside of an apartment building at 360 E. Marshall Street after he placed a 911 call at 4:08 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9., the district attorney's office said. A 9mm semiautomatic handgun was found lying on the floor of the building's entryway in plain view. As police investigated inside the building, they found the door to an apartment on the s…
Obituaries
Sydney Ritter, Norristown Area HS Grad Dies, 18
Family and friends are mourning the loss of 18-year-old Sydney Ritter of Montgomery County who died on Tuesday, Sept. 3, according to an obituary published by Boyd-Horrox-Givnish Funeral Home. A photo on her Instagram page shows her holding degrees from Norristown Area High School and Central Montco Tech. "Joy is happiness that does not depend on what happens. If you are lucky enough to be blessed with a child, your heart is full of JOY," the obituary reads. She loved makeup, finding just the right outfit and "blinging out her car," her obituary reads. "She just shined. She loved sw…
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: Norristown Police Nab Man Wanted In Machete Attack, Upper Merion PD Says
With help from Norristown police, a man wanted in a machete attack was taken into custody Wednesday morning, Sept. 11 without incident, authorities said. Edward Gomery, 56, is suspected in "an aggravated assault involving a machete" on another man he knew on Aug. 27, Upper Merion police said on Monday, Sept. 9. The attack caused "significant injuries" to the victim, police said. "Thank you to the Norristown officers and to everyone who submitted tips to assist us!" Upper Merion police wrote in a press statement Wednesday. Gomery is now awaiting arraignment and further court proceedings, po…
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HIM? Manhunt In Machete Attack In Upper Merion Township (
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Police in Upper Merion Township are on the lookout for a 56-year-old man wanted in a recent machete attack in which the victim suffered "significant" injuries, authorities said on Monday, Sept. 9. Edward Gomery is suspected in "an aggravated assault involving a machete" on another man he knew on Aug. 27, Upper Merion police said. ALSO SEE: CAPTURED: Wanted Suspect Nabbed By Norristown Police. The US Marshals Service (Philadelphia Office) is assisting in locating Gomery, police said. At about 12:15 a.m. on Aug. 27, officers were dispatched to a residence on the 200 block of New Church Road…
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Arson Fire Destroyed Historic Norristown Park Bandshell: FD
A fire that destroyed a historic bandshell at Elmwood Park in Norristown last week was intentionally set, authorities said. The Norristown Fire Department has confirmed the fire at the Fire Chief’s Memorial Bandshell was arson, the municipality said in a statement on Thursday, Sept. 5. The fire destroyed the almost 100-year-old outdoor performance venue in the early morning hours of Aug. 28.. The bandshell is a fixture of the Elmwood Park and the entire Norristown community. The outdoor venue hosts the Summer Concert Series, Movie Nights at the Park screenings, Fourth of July celebrations…
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Driver Killed In Head-On Crash In Northampton County: PSP
A 67-year-old woman was killed in a head-on crash in Lower Nazareth Township, authorities said. Susan Henderson, of Norristown, died as a result of injuries in the crash by a wrong-way speeding driver, Pennsylvania State Police said. The crash occurred at about 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27 on Hecktown Road. A Colonial Regional Police Officer, who was operating a marked patrol vehicle on State Route 191 observed a 2018 Mercedes Benz, traveling on State Route 191, commit a traffic violation. The officer observed the Mercedes Benz turn onto Hecktown Road and began trave…
Obituaries
Cpl. Monteé Atkins, 28, Marine Corps Veteran Dies Suddenly
Monteé Curtis Atkins, a native of Norristown, died suddenly on Thursday, Aug. 8, according to an obituary published by Volpe Funeral Home. He was 28 years old. Monteé was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and honorably discharged as Corporal Atkins. He enjoyed hanging with his friends; spending quality time eating, laughing and joking with his family, his obituary said. Facebook Monteé was an enthusiastic gamer who also loved to sing and dance, according to his obit. He pursued becoming a tattoo artist along with a passion for cooking and grilling. "Known for hi…
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Fourth Of July: Here's Where To Watch Fireworks In Southeastern PA
Communities across southeastern Pennsylvania are preparing to celebrate Independence Day. Here's an exhaustive list of fireworks shows planned across the region for the holiday weekend. Berks County FirstEnergy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave., Reading, will show fireworks July 4, 5 and 6 for the Fightin' Phils games. Tickets can be purchased on the team's website. Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, 600 Governor Drive, Shillington, will hold the Greater Gov. Mifflin League Community Days. Click here for viewing information. Bucks County Sesame Place, 100…
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'Medical Emergency' Caused Driver To Hit, Kill Norristown Pedestrian: Officials
A pedestrian died on Tuesday afternoon, June 18 after being struck by a driver in Norristown, police say. The victim was hit at West Main and Stanbridge streets just before noon and pronounced dead at the hospital an hour later, said city officials. Authorities did not report his name. Investigators believe the driver, "an elderly male," suffered a medical emergency before striking the pedestrian on the West Main Street crosswalk. The driver stayed at the scene and was taken to the hospital for evaluation, police said. City police and the Montgomery County …
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Deadly Norristown Hit-Run Driver In Custody, Officials Say
A 26-year-old man who had been wanted in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash in Norristown is in custody, authorities said. An arrest warrant has been issued after a 57-year-old pedestrian was hit and killed on a Norristown street, prosecutors say. A sheet had been placed over Cruz's windshield following the crash to hide the damage, officials say. Jean Carlos Emeraldas Cruz had been wanted in the Sunday, May 19 crash that killed Brian Clark, 57, on West Main Street, the Montgomery County DA's Office said. Clark died at Einstein Montgomery Hospital where he died, authorities sai…
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Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Hit-Run Car In Norristown, Police Say
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a car on Sunday, May 19 in Norristown, police said. Police said only that the incident happened at Astor and Main and was under investigation by Norristown and county detectives. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
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Gun And Drug Trafficking Org. Operated Throughout Greater Philly: Montco DA
Seven people are accused in connection with an alleged gun and drug trafficking scheme across the Philadelphia area, prosecutors say. Six Philadelphians and one Norristown man are charged with corrupt organizations, conspiracy, and multiple related counts, said the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office on Monday: Scott Grondin, 42 Anthony Figueroa-Marko, 34 Bella Kenna, 21 Felicia McKinnel, 28 Emanuel Torres, 32 Christopher McNelly, 26 Asad Sayed, 27 Montgomery County District Attorney's Office From January 2023 to February 2024, authorities said Figue…
Police & Fire
18-Year-Old Driver Charged In Crash That Killed Montco Woman: DA
A Norristown man faces homicide by vehicle charges for the Feb. 26 crash that killed Katty Campos, said the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office. Adan Ortiz-Gonzalez, 18, is also accused of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment, said prosecutors in a release. Investigators said Ortiz-Gonzalez was going 60 in a 25mph zone when he T-boned Campos' car at the corner of East Brown and Dekalb streets. Campos' Nissan Sentra was "struck with such force that it was pushed 50 feet across the intersection, then off the road, crashing into a tree on the driv…
Obituaries
Norristown Dad Dies Weeks After Montco Motorcycle Crash: PA State Police
Kristopher Laffredo, a beloved Norristown father, brother, uncle, and son, died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on April 3, according to his obituary from Boyd-Horrox-Givnish Funeral Home. He was 38. Laffredo was involved in a crash near the corner of Stump Hall and Anders roads in Skippack Township on March 15 and taken to Jefferson Einstein Hospital in Philadelphia where he later died, according to Pennsylvania State Police. In his obituary, family members said he was a devoted father and uncle and a fiercely loyal Philadelphia sports fan. In addition to his son and h…
Police & Fire
Girlfriend Conspired To Rob, Kill Boyfriend In Norristown: DA
The ambush killing of William Carter in Norristown on Jan. 20 was orchestrated in part by his own girlfriend, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office. Katherine Emel, 29, of Plymouth Meeting, is charged with second-degree murder, robbery, and conspiracy, prosecutors said. Carter was visiting the mother of his child on Powell Street when he went outside to grab money from his Buick LeSabre, investigators said in the criminal complaint. The 35-year-old had recently won $3,000 from sports betting, authorities wrote. On his way back to the Powell St…
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Young Mom, Toddler's Deaths Land Norristown Man Double Homicide By Vehicle Charges: DA
A 22-year-old man has been charged with two counts of homicide by vehicle for a crash that killed a young mom and her toddler, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Upper Merion Township Director of Public Safety Thomas Nolan announced on Wednesday morning. Brayan Alejandro Gonzalez-Paez of Norristown has been charged with a slew of offenses for a high-speed crash on Valley Forge Park Road in Upper Merion Township that killed 20-year-old Anjelica Guadalupe Amaya Briceno and her 3-year-old daughter on Jan. 13, according to the affidavit of probable cause.&nbs…
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PA Ambush Murder Suspects Caught In New York: Marshals
The three men accused of an ambush-style killing in Norristown last month were arrested by US Marshals in New York on Wednesday, Jan. 31, officials say. Damon Brantley Jr., Daquan Allen, and Jerry Butler were taken into custody in Endicott, some 10 miles west of Binghamton, around 8 p.m., authorities announced. Investigators believe the trio shot 35-year-old William Carter dead after a gunpoint robbery on West Wood Street on Jan. 20. Three suspects rushed Carter, who was visiting a friend's house on Powel Street, while walking to his car, authorities said previously. Bran…
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'Armed And Dangerous' Trio Sought For Deadly Shooting In Norristown: DA
Authorities have named three suspects in the Norristown killing of William G. Carter. Damon Brantley Jr., 18, Daquan Allen, 29, and Jerry Butler, 28, are all wanted on murder and robbery charges, said the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office. Investigators believe the trio shot Carter dead after a gunpoint robbery on West Wood Street on Jan. 20. Carter was visiting a friend's house on Powel Street when he was rushed by three men while walking to his car, authorities said previously. Disturbing surveillance images show three suspects rob and shoot William Gr…
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Flooding, Freezing Water Fills Streets Of Norristown When Water Main Breaks
Norristown firefighters responded to the scene of a water main break that shut down several streets Monday morning, Jan. 22, officials announced. The break happened near Penn and Cherry streets, Norristown Fire Department said around 4 a.m. Several streets in the area were flooded and closed, including: Main and Penn streets from Swede to Markley streets Markley Street northbound from Main to Marshall streets Barbadoes and Cherry streets from Main to Airy streets All streets are now open except for the Penn and Cherry intersection, though water remains out of servic…
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Homicide In Norristown, $5K Reward Offered For Information Leading To Killers: DA
Montgomery County detectives are looking for the gunmen who robbed 35-year-old William Grover Carter before shooting him dead on a Norristown street Saturday night, Jan. 20, prosecutors say. Carter was visiting a friend's house on Powell Street when he went outside to grab something from his car just before 8 p.m., the District Attorney's Office said. When he was on the first block of West Wood Street, three men hopped out of a grey Toyota RAV-4 and rushed him at gunpoint, authorities said. Montgomery County District Attorney's Office They robbed Carter, fatally shot hi…
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Here's Who Got The Most Snow In Southeastern Pennsylvania
Greater Philadelphia woke up in a winter wonderland Tuesday, Jan. 16 as a wintry system worked its way up the eastern seaboard Monday night, Jan. 15, and into the early morning hours. Though the snowfall has mostly tapered off, winter weather advisories remain in effect as of 3 p.m. Tuesday for Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Montgomery, Northampton, and Philadelphia counties, said the National Weather Service. Here's how snowfall totals stacked up across the region in the last 24 hours, according to NWS meteorologists. Berks County had its highest snowfal…
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