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Suicidal NJ Man Crashes, BMW Catches Fire After Police Chase On Route 22: PA State Troopers Suicidal NJ Man Crashes, BMW Catches Fire After Police Chase On Route 22: PA State Troopers
Suicidal NJ Man Crashes, BMW Catches Fire After Police Chase On Route 22: PA State Troopers A suicidal man crashed his vehicle and was ejected after leading Pennsylvania State Police on a chase along Route 22 in South Whitehall Township, authorities announced. Troopers from the Pennsylvania State Police Troop M – Fogelsville Crime Unit were alerted to a suicidal male traveling into Pennsylvania from New Jersey on Monday, Dec. 16, at approximately 11:30 a.m., according to a release. The man was spotted driving a BMW X-5 westbound on Route 22, police said. When troopers attempted to stop him, he fled, leading officers on a pursuit through local roads before returning to Route 22. T…
ROAD RAGE: Father, Son Charged For Ramming Truck, Firing Shots, PA State Police Say ROAD RAGE: Father, Son Charged For Ramming Truck, Firing Shots, PA State Police Say
Road Rage: Father, Son Charged For Ramming Truck, Firing Shots, PA State Police Say A father and son are accused of chasing a man through Mount Pleasant Township and firing a shotgun at his truck, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday, Dec. 13. Paul Caletri Jr., 70, and Paul Caletri III, 30, were charged with felony aggravated assault, misdemeanor simple assault, misdemeanor recklessly endangering another person, and summary reckless driving, police said. The incident began at approximately 11 a.m. on Bridgeport Street when the victim reported being confronted by the Caletris. Caletri III allegedly pointed a shotgun at the victim through his driver's side window, t…
Police Chase Through Marietta Ends In Arrest On Multiple Charges Police Chase Through Marietta Ends In Arrest On Multiple Charges
Police Chase Through Marietta Ends In Arrest On Multiple Charges A woman was arrested after leading officers on a dramatic pursuit through Marietta Borough, Susquehanna Regional Police announced on Monday, Dec. 9. The chase began when an officer attempted to pull over a vehicle near the intersection of Route 441 and East Market Street on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at 8:04 p.m., according to the police. The driver failed to stop and allegedly fled through the borough, sparking a police pursuit. The vehicle eventually came to a stop near the intersection of South Locust Street and East Hazel Avenue. Officers determined there had been two people in the car …
Philly Man Arrested After Fleeing From Officers In Stolen Vehicle: Williamsport Police Philly Man Arrested After Fleeing From Officers In Stolen Vehicle: Williamsport Police
Philly Man Arrested After Fleeing From Officers In Stolen Vehicle: Williamsport Police A Philadelphia man was arrested in Williamsport after fleeing from officers in a stolen vehicle, according to police. Dontay Jamal Robinson, 36, is facing multiple charges after he attempted to flee from police in a stolen Chevrolet sedan on Tuesday, Nov. 19, the Williamsport Bureau of Police said in a news release. Robinson was driving the vehicle in the 900 block of Campbell Street in Williamsport when an officer noticed that he failed to come to a complete stop at an intersection before turning west on Rural Avenue, according to police. The officer activated the lights and sirens on the…
PA Reformed Criminal Killed Riding Bicycle Without Helmet: Coroner PA Reformed Criminal Killed Riding Bicycle Without Helmet: Coroner
PA Reformed Criminal Killed Riding Bicycle Without Helmet: Coroner A reformed criminal who was riding a bicycle along a Northampton County road struck a vehicle and was killed on Tuesday, Oct. 22, according to authorities. He wasn't wearing a helmet at the time. Dwain S. Englert Sr., 58, of Allentown was riding a bicycle along Pembroke Road at the intersection of Livingston Street in Freemansburg Borough when he struck a vehicle, the Northampton County Coroner's Office said. Englert's bicycle struck a pickup truck that was making a turn at the intersection, Freemansburg Police Chief Jonathan Itterly told Daily Voice. The bicycle then fell over, causin…
Fatal Police Chase Of Stolen Car In Tinicum Township: Reports Fatal Police Chase Of Stolen Car In Tinicum Township: Reports
Fatal Police Chase Of Stolen Car In Tinicum Township: Reports A suspected car thief was killed in a police chase in Delaware County, multiple outlets reported.  The chase began in Eddystone Borough when officers spotted a vehicle with stolen tags and attempted a traffic stop, but the driver failed to pull over, 6abc reported citing Eddystone Police Chief Edward Mokshefsky. The chase went through multiple departments' coverage areas, ending in Tinicum Township at Route 420 and Rt. 291/Industrial Avenue and Wanamaker, just south of Philadelphia International Airport, around 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, Fox29 detailed.  That's where …
PA Pair Arrested After NJ Pursuit In Stolen Car Later Found Badly-Burned, Cops Say PA Pair Arrested After NJ Pursuit In Stolen Car Later Found Badly-Burned, Cops Say
PA Pair Arrested After NJ Pursuit In Stolen Car Later Found Badly-Burned, Cops Say Two Allentown, PA residents were arrested and charged with stealing a vehicle from 7-Eleven and leading police on a pursuit in Morris County, NJ on Friday, June 7, authorities said. Officers responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding a stolen vehicle from the convenience store at 45 W. Main St. in Denville, Denville police said. The stolen vehicle was involved in a pursuit with New Jersey State Police but the suspects were not apprehended, police said. The next morning, the vehicle was discovered by Allentown Police and determined to be badly burned, officers said. Police determined the suspect to…
Details Emerge In Kensington Shooting Of Philadelphia Police Officer Details Emerge In Kensington Shooting Of Philadelphia Police Officer
Details Emerge In Kensington Shooting Of Philadelphia Police Officer The Saturday shooting that left a Philadelphia policeman in critical condition ended in a home invasion and barricade, city officials said at a Monday morning press conference.  Ramon Rodrguez Vazquez, 36, is charged with multiple counts of attempted murder and related offenses, said PPD and the District Attorney's Office.  Authorities said it began with an F Street traffic stop around 7:15 p.m. on June 22. Police stopped Rodriguez Vazquez's car and spoke with him for about 30 minutes as they inventoried his vehicle and prepared to have it towed.  While searching the car, on…
Suspect On Loose After Wild Chase Starting In Dauphin County: PA State Police Suspect On Loose After Wild Chase Starting In Dauphin County: PA State Police
Suspect On Loose After Wild Chase Starting In Dauphin County: PA State Police One suspect is still on the loose after a wild pursuit across two counties in Central Pennsylvania, according to a State Police release on Wednesday.  Two men were spotted trying to break into a vehicle at the Ciocca Honda dealership located at 8001 Allentown Boulevard, West Hanover Township, around 5:45 a.m. on June 5, troopers detailed. When Dauphin County troopers arrived the men hopped into a stolen car from New York City with a stolen license plate from New Jersey, according to the release. The vehicle took off at a high rate of speed east on Allentown. "PSP successfully uti…
Stolen Car Leads Police On Chase Through Palmer Township: Authorities Stolen Car Leads Police On Chase Through Palmer Township: Authorities
Stolen Car Leads Police On Chase Through Palmer Township: Authorities One man is in custody after a police chase in Palmer Township on Sunday, May 12, authorities say.  Joshua E. Ewell, 25, is charged with receiving stolen property, fleeing arrest, reckless endangerment, and related counts, said township police.  Around 8:45 p.m., officers spotted Ewell in a grey Kia Soul that had been reported stolen out of Easton, authorities said. He fled when they tried to pull him over, leading police on a chase through the township's Old Orchard section, according to officials.  Police said Ewell crashed into a street light and nearly struck a polic…
Delaware Police Chase With Stolen Cop Car Ends On I-95 In PA: Authorities Delaware Police Chase With Stolen Cop Car Ends On I-95 In PA: Authorities
Delaware Police Chase With Stolen Cop Car Ends On I-95 In PA: Authorities Police in New Castle County, Delaware chased a suspect in a stolen squad car over the Pennsylvania border on Thursday morning, April 4, the department said in a release.  Tyrese Knuckles, 25, was shot by an officer and is currently in stable condition at Crozer-Chester Medical Center, according to New Castle police.  The incident began around 2:30 a.m. when officers were called about a domestic dispute at Cynwyd Club Apartment Complex in Wilmington, authorities said.  Knuckles fled on foot and was caught near Limestone Road and Milltown Road, where "a struggle ensu…
Maryland Man Went 100MPH+ Before Crashing Into House In PA: Gettysburg PD Maryland Man Went 100MPH+ Before Crashing Into House In PA: Gettysburg PD
Maryland Man Went 100MPH+ Before Crashing Into House In PA: Gettysburg PD A Maryland resident with a criminal record in Pennsylvania fled from officers "at speeds in excess of 100 MPH" before crashing into a home, Gettysburg police announced on Thursday, March 28. James A. Coffey, 47 of Essex, MD according to court records, and Bonneauville, PA according to the police, is in the hospital with several possible charges pending, Gettysburg police explained. It started when Gettysburg police attempted to stop his white Toyota SUV with a Maryland license plate in the 100 Block of York Street "for suspicion of DUI after the vehicle had committed a number of traffic vi…
Chester County Suspect Crashed Into Police Car During Chase: PSP Chester County Suspect Crashed Into Police Car During Chase: PSP
Chester County Suspect Crashed Into Police Car During Chase: PSP A 19-year-old man is in custody after a chase through Chester County early Saturday morning, March 23, according to a police report from state troopers.  Authorities said they were called about a possible kidnapping in Caln Township around 4:45 a.m. and chased a suspect vehicle through East Fallowfield and West Bradford townships.  At one point during the pursuit, state police said the suspect rammed into a parked PSP vehicle while troopers were deploying spike strips. Authorities said they were able to stop the car in West Bradford but the 19-year-old driver fled on foot and was …
Officers Saw Man Stab Ex-GF, 19, Dead In Bucks County: DA, Report Officers Saw Man Stab Ex-GF, 19, Dead In Bucks County: DA, Report
Officers Saw Man Stab Ex-GF, 19, Dead In Bucks County: DA, Report A 23-year-old man is accused of fatally stabbing his 19-year-old ex-girlfriend dead in Bucks County. Police in Lower Makefield responded to reports of a burglary on Waterford Road around 2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office said in a release. When police arrived, they saw a man later identified as 23-year-old Trevor Weigel tackle a female to the ground and repeatedly stab her, according to the DA and 6abc. While running away from police, the man then repeatedly stabbed himself in neck, authorities said. Police attempted life-saving measures on the inj…
Lulu Lemon Heist Leads To High-Speed Chase, Four Arrests In Delco: Police Lulu Lemon Heist Leads To High-Speed Chase, Four Arrests In Delco: Police
Lulu Lemon Heist Leads To High-Speed Chase, Four Arrests In Delco: Police One man and three women were arrested following a police chase down I-95 in Delaware County on Monday afternoon, Feb. 12, according to troopers.  Police were called about a theft at the Concord Township Lulu Lemon around 1:45 p.m., authorities said in a release. The suspects had grabbed $5,000 in merchandise and absconded in a gray Subaru Legacy, state police said.  After a brief search, authorities spotted the Subaru heading east on Route 322 toward I-95, troopers wrote. Police tried to stop the car but it continued to flee "at a high rate of speed" before merging onto I-95 …
Steelton Resident Goes On 100+ MPH Chase, Wanted For Endangering Children Near Philly Affidavit Steelton Resident Goes On 100+ MPH Chase, Wanted For Endangering Children Near Philly Affidavit
Steelton Resident Goes On 100+ MPH Chase, Wanted For Endangering Children Near Philly Affidavit A Philadelphia resident wanted in Montgomery County led police in Dauphin County on a high-speed chase, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Friday, Jan. 26. Shyanna "Shy" Starr Ballard McNeil, 24, originally of Philadelphia most recently of Steelton, was driving a red Dodge Caliber west on PA 283 when he (McNeil was born female but identifies as male according to the criminal complaint and his social media) was stopped by police near mile marker 1.4 in Swatara Township, according to the affidavit of probable cause.  At 9:12 a.m. on Jan. 24, Pennsylvania St…
Mount Joy Felon Going 120 MPH Hits Wendy's Fleeing State Police Mount Joy Felon Going 120 MPH Hits Wendy's Fleeing State Police
Mount Joy Felon Going 120 MPH Hits Wendy's Fleeing State Police  A convicted felon fleeing from Pennsylvania State Police has been hospitalized after slamming into a Wendy's going 120 miles per hour, Trooper Megan Frazer explained in a release on Wednesday afternoon.  Steven Ray Custer, 26,  of Mount Joy, was riding a motorcycle on Fruitville Pike and Petersburg Road in Manheim Township at 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 9, when PSP Lancaster Troopers attempted a traffic stop for "traffic violations," as stated in the release.  As Custer sped off at ever-increasing mph, troopers pursued him along Greystone Road, East Petersburg Township, accordin…
Philadelphia Man Charged In Deadly Shooting At Delco Mosque Philadelphia Man Charged In Deadly Shooting At Delco Mosque
Philadelphia Man Charged In Deadly Shooting At Delco Mosque Delaware County prosecutors say they caught the man who shot a 65-year-old to death outside an Islamic center in October.  Herman Stigall is charged with other first-degree murder of Mohammad Rahman at Masjid Al-Madinah Mosque in Upper Darby, said District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer in a press conference Wednesday, Jan. 3.  Investigators believe Stigall was hooded and masked while waiting near the Masjid parking lot around 8 p.m. on Oct. 29, according to a criminal complaint obtained by Daily Voice.  Security footage showed him approach Rahman as the 65-year-old pulled …
Hagerstown Duo ID'd In Fatal Police Chase Into Ravine In Greencastle: State Police Hagerstown Duo ID'd In Fatal Police Chase Into Ravine In Greencastle: State Police
Hagerstown Duo ID'd In Fatal Police Chase Into Ravine In Greencastle: State Police Two suspected thieves who fled from Pennsylvania State Police and died after crashing into "a body of water" have been identified, Trooper Megan Frazer told Daily Voice on Thursday. Robert Wade Norwood, 21, of Hagerstown was the passenger in the car that crashed, the driver, a Hagerstown white 16-year-old boy, will not have his name released, per Pennsylvania State Police policy on releasing minor's names. The teenage driver has been identified click here to read our report.  The duo reportedly were seen breaking into vehicles and thought to be stealing from them in the 9000 bloc…
Body Cam Footage Of Armed Crime Spree Has Lebanon DA Ruling Shooting 'Justified' Body Cam Footage Of Armed Crime Spree Has Lebanon DA Ruling Shooting 'Justified'
Body Cam Footage Of Armed Crime Spree Has Lebanon DA Ruling Shooting 'Justified' Recently released bodycam footage showing just part of a 32-year-old man's crime spree has led Lebanon County District Attorney Pier Hess Graf to rule police "justified" in shooting at him, as she announced at a press conference where she played part of the footage on Thursday. The South Lebanon Township police officer who shot Cesar Wilkins Romero-Colon, 32 of the 300 block of North Twelve Street of Lebanon was not named, but the two shots he fired at Romero-Colon are considered a justifiable "use of deadly force," the DA Hess Graf said. Neither shot hit Romero-Colon and the shots…
5 Hurt When Chesco Police Chase Ends In Crash: Authorities 5 Hurt When Chesco Police Chase Ends In Crash: Authorities
5 Hurt When Chesco Police Chase Ends In Crash: Authorities Five people were taken to an area trauma center after a police chase ended with a car crash in Uwchlan Township late Monday night, Nov. 13, according to officials.  The three-vehicle crash happened near North Pottstown Pike and Gordon Drive around 11 p.m., said Elverson-Honey Brook Area EMS. Photos from the scene showed severe damage to two sedans and a tractor-trailer separated from its back set of wheels.  Accident With Entrapment In Uwchlan Township On November 13th, 2023, At 23:01 hours the Lionville Fire Company along... Posted by Elverson-Honey Brook Area EMS on Monday, Novembe…
Armed Robber Tries To Steal Police Car During Chase, Lebanon DA Says Armed Robber Tries To Steal Police Car During Chase, Lebanon DA Says
Armed Robber Tries To Steal Police Car During Chase, Lebanon DA Says A 32-year-old man is being held on numerous charges and $1,000,000 in bail after a wild armed robber in Lebanon City, authorities announced on Thursday night.  Cesar Wilkins Romero-Colon, 32 of the 300 block of North Twelve Street, Lebanon, fled following an armed mugging in the 1100 block of Brandywine Street at 2:24 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7, City police detailed in a release on Nov. 9.  The victim told the police that the man, later identified as Romero-Colon, had a black handgun pointed at him and was told to empty his pockets; afterward, the victim ran and heard gunsh…
Meth, $4K In Cash Found On Fleeing Philadelphia Driver After Pursuit-Crash: Cops Meth, $4K In Cash Found On Fleeing Philadelphia Driver After Pursuit-Crash: Cops
Meth, $4K In Cash Found On Fleeing Philadelphia Driver After Pursuit-Crash: Cops A high-speed chase in I-476 in Radnor Township ended in a car crash and an arrest on Monday, Oct. 30, according to authorities.  Police say they tried to pull over 35-year-old Lechan Meyer on the 600 block of East Lancaster Avenue when he fled onto I-476.  A chase ensued "at a high rate of speed" and officers said Meyer continued to ignore their signals to pull over. Radnor police last saw his car exiting the highway and crashing, the department said.  Meyer was taken into custody by assisting Haverford Police, who said they found an extensive stash of drugs in the 35-y…
Pennsylvania State Police 'Failed To Stop' Causing Crash During Chase Pennsylvania State Police 'Failed To Stop' Causing Crash During Chase
Pennsylvania State Police 'Failed To Stop' Causing Crash During Chase A Pennsylvania State Police Corporal and a trooper caused a crash during a pursuit on Tuesday, according to a state police release on Friday, Oct. 6.  The crash happened near the intersection of South Main Street and Mercer Avenue in Mercersburg Borough at 2:21 p.m. on Oct. 3, as detailed in the police release. Trooper Spencer Taylor, 31, was driving and Corporal Michael Kishbach, 29, was in the passenger seat of a marked Pennsylvania State Police 2000 Ford Explorer, according to the release.  They were pursuing another vehicle along Icehouse Lane when they "failed to stop at a stop sign"…
PA Man Nabbed In Georgia After Outrunning Police Three Times: Authorities PA Man Nabbed In Georgia After Outrunning Police Three Times: Authorities
PA Man Nabbed In Georgia After Outrunning Police Three Times: Authorities A Philadelphia man accused of running from authorities during three separate traffic stops was taken into custody in Georgia, according to state police.  Andre Lamont Bailey, 43, was arrested on Friday, Aug. 25, officials said.  In all three alleged flights from police, authorities claimed Bailey was armed with a gun. He is a convicted felon and unable to legally own firearms, police noted.  Philadelphia authorities later found both of his known cars "unoccupied" on the 500 block of Armstrong Street in Germantown, police said. Four guns, a bullet-proof vest, and "a significa…
Boat Thief Drowns In PA River While Escaping Cops: Authorities Boat Thief Drowns In PA River While Escaping Cops: Authorities
Boat Thief Drowns In PA River While Escaping Cops: Authorities The man whose body was recovered from the Delaware River in Bucks County was allegedly fleeing police, according to the Coroner's Office.  Officials announced on Monday, July 3 that an adult man's remains were found on the riverbank near 6206 Radcliffe Street in Bristol Township. Just four days later, County Coroner Meredith Buck says he has been identified as 36-year-old Sokhon Sam of Philadelphia.  Citing Bristol police, the Coroner's Office said Sam was trying to steal a boat from a private residence on the 6600 block of Radcliffe Street on June 27.  When o…
Hollywoodesque Crime Spree Lands PA Woman Jail Time: DA Hollywoodesque Crime Spree Lands PA Woman Jail Time: DA
Hollywoodesque Crime Spree Lands PA Woman Jail Time: DA A 41-year-old woman has learned her fate after admitting to a crime spree that reads like the plot of a Hollywood movie. The Central Pennsylvanian who stole two cars, drove with a revoked license, threatened her friend, crashed a car into a barn, caused a fire, abandoned a dog, sent police on an over 100 mph chase, and faked a medical issue to attack police in an attempt to escape— has learned her fate, according to a release by the Cumberland County District Attnory Sean M. McCormack.  Chontelle Melissa Shirk, pleaded guilty and her sentence was imposed on June 13, 2023, the DA said and co…
Delco Driver Hit Motorcyclist With Car After Stabbing Mom In Face: Police Delco Driver Hit Motorcyclist With Car After Stabbing Mom In Face: Police
Delco Driver Hit Motorcyclist With Car After Stabbing Mom In Face: Police A Delaware County man is accused of stabbing his own mother in the head and face before stealing her car and badly injuring a motorcyclist while fleeing police, authorities say.  Clifford Pendleton, 38, is charged with attempted homicide, aggravated assault, and related counts, said East Lansdowne Borough Police in a release.  Officers were called to a home on Beverly Avenue for a reported stabbing around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30, the department said. They arrived to find an elderly woman suffering from "lacerations" across her head and face, police said.  The victim, w…
NY Thieves ID'd In Multi-Highway Pursuit That Hurt Troopers: PSP (UPDATE) NY Thieves ID'd In Multi-Highway Pursuit That Hurt Troopers: PSP (UPDATE)
NY Thieves ID'd In Multi-Highway Pursuit That Hurt Troopers: PSP (Update) UPDATE: The alleged thieves who stole a vehicle and caused a chase that seriously hurt two Pennsylvania state troopers have been identified as the following Brooklyn, NY men, according to a PSP release on Monday, May 22. Latrell White, 22-years-old. Terrence Caton, 26-years-old. Julien Fleury, 27-years-old. All three have been denied bail, according to their court dockets. Fleury and Caton have been charged with the following, as detailed in their dockets.  Felony theft by unlawful taking- movable property. Felony fleeing or attempting to elude an officer. Felony evading arrest or dete…
Philadelphia Man Fatally Shot By Police After Foot Chase, Authorities Say Philadelphia Man Fatally Shot By Police After Foot Chase, Authorities Say
Philadelphia Man Fatally Shot By Police After Foot Chase, Authorities Say A man was shot dead by Philadelphia police officers after a brief foot chase Thursday afternoon, the department has confirmed.  Officers were called to investigate a group of men "milling about" a vehicle in a field on the 2300 block of Fawn Street at about 2:20 p.m. on May 4, Sgt. Eric Gripp told reporters from multiple outlets.  When two officers approached the men, "at least two to three individuals ran off," Gripp said. As the police got closer, another person came from inside or behind the vehicle and fled as well, the sergeant claimed.  A foot chase ensued down the 220…
MD Man In Mobile Home Flees PA State Police: Affidavit MD Man In Mobile Home Flees PA State Police: Affidavit
MD Man In Mobile Home Flees PA State Police: Affidavit A Maryland man driving an RV with a "blunt" of marijuana and an open can of beer, avoided numerous spike strips and road blocks setup by state and local police in Pennsylvania on Thursday, April 13, 2023, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice.  Martin Luther Cudjo was spotted by PSP in a tan 1988 Ford Econoline Mobile Home with no registration and no working rear lights in the 6600 block of Molly Pitcher Highway/US-11 around 11:30 p.m., according to the affidavit. When he wouldn't stop, state troopers pulled up next to him with lights and their siren on— just as the 58-y…