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Smoke Shop Robberies, Shooting Suspect Arrested In Philly (VIDEOS) Smoke Shop Robberies, Shooting Suspect Arrested In Philly (VIDEOS)
Smoke Shop Robberies, Shooting Suspect Arrested In Philly (Videos) A man suspected in three smoke shop robberies, including one where a store employee was shot, has been arrested, Philadelphia police announced on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. Tyree Hatch, 47, is believed to have carried out the armed robberies at convenience stores and vape shops in Northeast Philadelphia over three days, beginning on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, according to Captain James Kearney. The first incident occurred around 1 p.m. at Exotic Convenience Store in the 6700 block of Castor Avenue. Police say Hatch brandished a black handgun, forced a store employee to the register, and fled wit…
Woman Shot Dead On North Philly Street, Suspect In Custody: Police Woman Shot Dead On North Philly Street, Suspect In Custody: Police
Woman Shot Dead On North Philly Street, Suspect In Custody: Police A suspect is in custody for the murder of 48-year-old Rasheedah Lane, according to Philadelphia police.  Jerome Edens, 67, surrendered to police on Tuesday, July 16, PPD wrote in a release.  Lane was found with multiple gunshot wounds on the 2100 block of North Camac Street on July 9, according to officials. She was taken to Temple University Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries an hour later, authorities said.  In addition to murder, Edens is charged with firearms offenses and tampering with evidence, PPD added.
Suspects Named In 11-Year-Old's Allentown Shooting: DA Suspects Named In 11-Year-Old's Allentown Shooting: DA
Suspects Named In 11-Year-Old's Allentown Shooting: DA Authorities are looking for two men after an 11-year-old boy was shot in the head in Allentown last Thursday, June 13.  The Lehigh County District Attorney's Office says Renee Brown Jr., 20, and Jahliel Branford, 18, are both wanted on arrest warrants.  According to investigators, Brown and Branford opened fire at a group of people near North Nagle and West Allen streets. The 11-year-old victim, identified by prosecutors as K.B., remains hospitalized and is "receiving care and comfort from doctors, family, friends, and loved ones," said the DA's Office.  "We are confident th…
Man Admits To Selling Heroin, Fentanyl, Cocaine In Atlantic City: Prosecutors Man Admits To Selling Heroin, Fentanyl, Cocaine In Atlantic City: Prosecutors
Man Admits To Selling Heroin, Fentanyl, Cocaine In Atlantic City: Prosecutors An Atlantic City man admitted to selling heroin mixed with fentanyl and cocaine, authorities said. Nahjajuan Ellis, 23, of Atlantic City, pleaded guilty on Monday, May 6 to first-degree maintaining a controlled dangerous substance production facility, second-degree possession of heroin and fentanyl with the intent to distribute, and second-degree unlawful possession of a handgun. The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office announced the plea in a news release. Investigators said Atlantic City police executed a search warrant on an apartment on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. When officers arrived, the…
18-Year-Old Shot In Head By Boy In Jersey City: Prosecutor 18-Year-Old Shot In Head By Boy In Jersey City: Prosecutor
18-Year-Old Shot In Head By Boy In Jersey City: Prosecutor A 17-year-old Jersey City boy was charged on Wednesday, Dec. 27 with fatally shooting an 18-year-old last week, authorities said. Angel Guzman, a Jersey City resident, arrived at Jersey City Medical Center in a private vehicle with a gunshot wound to the upper body around 2:20 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 28, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. He was pronounced dead shortly before 4 p.m., Suarez said.  An investigation revealed Guzman was shot in the head inside a residence on Ocean Avenue in Jersey City, Suarez said. The 17-year-old was charged as a juvenile with aggravated manslaug…
Atlantic City Man Sentenced On Firearms Offense: Prosecutor Atlantic City Man Sentenced On Firearms Offense: Prosecutor
Atlantic City Man Sentenced On Firearms Offense: Prosecutor A 24-year-old Atlantic City man was sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison on a firearms offense, authorities said. Elijah Harris was sentenced on a charge of second-degree unlawful possession of a handgun while being engaged in a drug deal, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. Under the terms of his plea agreement, Harris must serve 42 months in prison before being eligible for parole. Harris was arrested on Florida Avenue in Atlantic City. During his guilty plea, Harris admitted that he possessed a handgun in his backpack while possessing …
Atlantic City Man Pleads Guilty To Firearms Offense While Dealing Drugs: Prosecutor Atlantic City Man Pleads Guilty To Firearms Offense While Dealing Drugs: Prosecutor
Atlantic City Man Pleads Guilty To Firearms Offense While Dealing Drugs: Prosecutor A 24-year-old Atlantic City man has admitted to a firearms offense while drug dealing, authorities said. Elijah Harris, 24, of Atlantic City, pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a handgun while engaged in drug distribution conduct on Monday, July 31, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. In exchange for Harris’ plea, the State agreed to recommend a sentence of five years in New Jersey State Prison with 42 months of parole ineligibility pursuant to the Graves Act.  Harris was arrested on May 27, 2022 on Florida Avenue in Atlantic City. During his gui…
One Caught, Two Sought In Deadly Chester Shooting One Caught, Two Sought In Deadly Chester Shooting
One Caught, Two Sought In Deadly Chester Shooting One suspect was caught while two were being sought in connection with a deadly shooting last month in Chester, authorities in Delaware County announced. Damar Macklin, 21, of Chester, was charged with first and third-degree murder, criminal homicide, firearms not to be carried without a license, and other offenses in the shooting death of Kashif Love on Monday, Aug. 22, according to court records and Chester City police. Macklin, who was arrested on Wednesday, Aug. 24, remained held in Delaware County Prison without bail, records show. Love was shot in the head on the 1000 block of Ward St…
Fugitive Sought In Fatal Atlantic City Shooting Fugitive Sought In Fatal Atlantic City Shooting
Fugitive Sought In Fatal Atlantic City Shooting A 47-year-old fugitive is sought in a fatal shooting of a Philadelphia man in Atlantic City, authorities said. Kenneth Creek of Atlantic City has been charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder and weapons offenses, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. Creek is believed to be armed and dangerous. He should not be approached, the office warned. Previously charged in Thursday's murder of Jordan Eaddy, 31, of Philadelphia was Aaron Callahan, 32, of Atlantic City. He was being held in Atlantic County Jail. Anyone with information on Creek’s whereabouts is asked to call Atlantic …
CT Duo Accused Of Trafficking Massive Quantity Of Fentanyl CT Duo Accused Of Trafficking Massive Quantity Of Fentanyl
CT Duo Accused Of Trafficking Massive Quantity Of Fentanyl Two men are facing federal charges for allegedly trafficking a “massive” amount of narcotics in Connecticut that led to one of the state’s largest-ever one-time seizures of fentanyl, authorities announced. A federal grand jury in New Haven returned an eight-count indictment charging Erasmo Rosario-Hernandez, also known as “Wally Rosario,” age 38; and Wily Arias De La Cruz, age 38, who are both citizens of the Dominican last known to be living in Hartford, in connection with the distribution of fentanyl, heroin and crack cocaine. Rosario was also charged with a firearm offense for possessing…
US Marshals Nab Amazon Driver For DelCo Road Rage Shooting US Marshals Nab Amazon Driver For DelCo Road Rage Shooting
US Marshals Nab Amazon Driver For DelCo Road Rage Shooting Members of the US Marshals Service arrested an Amazon delivery driver on Monday, March 14, wanted in a February road rage shooting in Delaware County, authorities announced. Anthony Jones, 38, was arrested at a relative's house in Philadelphia, Clifton Heights police said. Jones has been accused of shooting a 58-year-old motorist after a "minor accident" on North Oak Avenue in Clifton Heights around on Sunday, Feb. 27 around 12:25 p.m., Daily Voice previously reported. After being shot in the stomach, the victim was taken to the University of Pennsylvania Hospital, where he was admitt…
Uber Eats Driver Injured During Westport Carjacking, Police Say Uber Eats Driver Injured During Westport Carjacking, Police Say
Uber Eats Driver Injured During Westport Carjacking, Police Say An adult and two juveniles were arrested following a carjacking in Fairfield County that left an Uber Eats driver with a severe head injury. The incident took place around 7 p.m., Saturday, March 5 when Westport Police officers responded to the parking lot of 1759 Post Road East on a report of the possible theft of a motor vehicle.  When officers arrived on the scene, they learned a white Hyundai was stolen and that during the theft the owner of the car, a sixty-four-year-old woman, suffered a head injury, said Lt. David Wolf, of the Westport Police.  The victim, w…
Woman Killed In Newark Shooting Was Protecting Friend From Domestic Violence, Reports Say Woman Killed In Newark Shooting Was Protecting Friend From Domestic Violence, Reports Say
Woman Killed In Newark Shooting Was Protecting Friend From Domestic Violence, Reports Say A 21-year-old Newark woman was shot and killed while protecting her friend in an incident of domestic violence, news reports say. Wesley Jean-Marie, of Valley Stream, New York, has been charged in the shooting death of Leeana Cottle, 21, of Newark, late Tuesday, according to Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II, and Newark Public Safety Director Brian A. O’Hara. Cottle allegedly was shot at about 11:30 p.m. on the 200 block of South 10th Street while attempting to shield her friend from 32-year-old Jean-Marie, RLS Media reports. Cottle was taken to University Hospital i…
‘Not Going Back To Jail:’ Bethlehem Assault Suspect Tells Police To Shoot Him During Standoff ‘Not Going Back To Jail:’ Bethlehem Assault Suspect Tells Police To Shoot Him During Standoff
‘Not Going Back To Jail:’ Bethlehem Assault Suspect Tells Police To Shoot Him During Standoff A Bethlehem assault suspect armed with a gun told police that he was “not going back to jail” and asked them to shoot him during a standoff as they were attempting to take him into custody following a domestic dispute, reports say. Darnell Brown, 22, was found in the area of Hill and Fortuna Streets as officers responded to the assault report just before 6:50 p.m. Thursday, Bethlehem Police said. Brown resisted arrest and fled the scene as officers tried to apprehend him, police said. He was eventually located and subdued despite efforts to fight with officers and resist, authorities said.…
Police: Lehigh Valley Woman, 23, Found With Loaded Handgun Police: Lehigh Valley Woman, 23, Found With Loaded Handgun
Police: Lehigh Valley Woman, 23, Found With Loaded Handgun A Lehigh Valley woman was found with a loaded handgun during a traffic stop earlier this month, authorities said. Alexis Medina-Piorelli, 23, was found with the weapon during a stop near 10th St. and Washington St. in Allentown on Sunday, Jan. 17 around 2:20 a.m., police said. Medina-Piorelli, of Allentown, was arrested and charged with firearms not to be carried without a license and other weapons offenses, police said.
Father Of 4-Year-Old South Jersey Boy Killed By Self-Inflicted Gunshot Charged Father Of 4-Year-Old South Jersey Boy Killed By Self-Inflicted Gunshot Charged
Father Of 4-Year-Old South Jersey Boy Killed By Self-Inflicted Gunshot Charged Authorities have jailed the father of a 4-year-old South Jersey boy who was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot earlier this month. Andrew Mack, a 31-year-old active duty member of the U.S. Navy, went to sleep with the loaded 9mm handgun next to him the night of Feb. 7, Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina said Wednesday. Young Lincoln Mack picked up the gun and went into another room of their home in the Browns Mills section of Pemberton Township, about five miles from Fort Dix, to play with his sister, the prosecutor said. He then pointed the weapon at himself and pulled the trigger…
Accused Queens Drug Dealer Charged In Fentanyl Overdose Death Accused Queens Drug Dealer Charged In Fentanyl Overdose Death
Accused Queens Drug Dealer Charged In Fentanyl Overdose Death A drug distributer from Queens is facing charges for allegedly selling the fentanyl that led to the fatal drug overdose of a 29-year-old woman. A grand jury has returned an indictment charging Jeanluc Joiles, 36, and Jaime Rosario, Jr., with participating in a conspiracy to traffic methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine, and Rosario is charged with possessing firearms in connection with a drug trafficking offense. U.S. Attorney Geoffrey Berman said that on June 20, Rachel Spiteri was found dead in her Manhattan apartment. The investigation into her overdose by the NYPD and DEA determined …
Bridgeport Man Sentenced For Heroin Distribution Bridgeport Man Sentenced For Heroin Distribution
Bridgeport Man Sentenced For Heroin Distribution A convicted felon from Fairfield County will spend more time behind bars after being busted with an illegal stolen handgun, heroin and drug paraphernalia. Ismael Mangual, 43, of Bridgeport, was sentenced in New Haven federal court to a term of 137 months in prison, followed by four years of supervised release, after pleading guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute 100 grams or more of heroin, and one count of possession a firearm in furtherance of a narcotics trafficking offense in March. On Aug. 31, 2017, police in Milford stopped Mangual while he was driving on an area…
Man Gets 39-Year Sentence For Pair Of 'Terrifying' Hudson Valley Burglaries Man Gets 39-Year Sentence For Pair Of 'Terrifying' Hudson Valley Burglaries
Man Gets 39-Year Sentence For Pair Of 'Terrifying' Hudson Valley Burglaries A man convicted of a pair of violent armed robberies in the Hudson Valley has been sentenced to nearly four decades in prison after being found guilty by a jury. Geoffrey Berman, the United States Attorney for the Southern District, announced that Lawrence Brown, 46, has been sentenced to 39 years in state prison after committing two armed robberies using a handgun and binding his victims after the fact. In November 2013, Brown entered an Orange County Rite Aid in New Windsor dressed as a Pepsi deliveryman, asking to speak to the store manager, according to court documents. Once they were a…