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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…
Series of Suspected Arsons Across Williamsport Under Investigation Series of Suspected Arsons Across Williamsport Under Investigation
Series of Suspected Arsons Across Williamsport Under Investigation The Williamsport Bureau of Police and the Williamsport Bureau of Fire launched a joint investigation on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, following a series of suspected arsons across multiple locations in the city. Authorities reported four incidents, each involving intentional fires or vandalism, throughout the day. The first incident unfolded at 5:00 a.m. at the Pajama Factory’s parking lot on 1307 Park Ave., where officers and firefighters responded to several vandalized vehicles, including one set ablaze. At 6:20 a.m., emergency responders were dispatched to the 170 Rose St. area for multiple small…
Suspect Arrested For Series of Arsons In Williamsport: Police Suspect Arrested For Series of Arsons In Williamsport: Police
Suspect Arrested For Series of Arsons In Williamsport: Police A suspect has been arrested for the series of arsons that took place in Williamsport in early November, police said in a Monday, Nov. 18 news release. Jacob Fichter, 22, of Williamsport, is facing multiple arson-related charges for a series of fires he allegedly started at four locations in the city on Monday, Nov. 4 and Tuesday, Nov. 5, according to the Williamsport Bureau of Police. The first incident happened at 5 a.m. in the parking lot of the Pajama Factory at 1307 Park Avenue where authorities found several vandalized vehicles, including one that was set ablaze, a previous report by D…
Man Fatally Shot In Pennsylvania Home: Police Man Fatally Shot In Pennsylvania Home: Police
Man Fatally Shot In Pennsylvania Home: Police A man was shot and killed in a Williamsport home on Saturday, Nov. 2, according to police. Officers responded to a call about a shot fired and a deceased adult at 449 Grant Street at 2:10 p.m., according to the Williamsport Bureau of Police. The man was found with a fatal gunshot wound along with a firearm and other evidence, police said.  Investigators and Forensic Service Unit members were called to the scene to conduct interviews with the home's other residents and to collect additional evidence, according to police. The investigation is ongoing, and police ask anyone with informa…
PA Girl Wakes Up Naked, Getting Strangled By Man: Affidavit PA Girl Wakes Up Naked, Getting Strangled By Man: Affidavit
PA Girl Wakes Up Naked, Getting Strangled By Man: Affidavit A Williamsport man was arrested after a girl woke up naked in his home while being strangled, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Monday, Sept. 30.  Nicholas Allyn Peterson, 22, of Williamsport, was charged with raping and attempting to strangle a girl on Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Williamsport Bureau of Police detailed in the affidavit of probable cause.   Four girls, including the victim, met up with Peterson at a Sheetz in Williamsport on Tuesday, July 16, the victim told the police according to the affidavit. Peterson then purchased several alcoholic beve…
Gun, Drugs Found On Teen Smelling Of Marijuana At Williamsport HS: Police Gun, Drugs Found On Teen Smelling Of Marijuana At Williamsport HS: Police
Gun, Drugs Found On Teen Smelling Of Marijuana At Williamsport HS: Police A student who showed up to school smelling of marijuana on Wednesday, Sept. 25 was arrested after drugs and a firearm were found in his backpack, police announced the following day. The 15-year-old boy, who smelled strongly of marijuana, was arrested at Williamsport Area High School after school staff found the drugs and firearm, the Williamsport Bureau of Police said. School staff noticed the smell of marijuana on the boy and escorted him to the principal's office where his backpack was searched, according to police. When the drugs and gun were found, the student was immediately detained a…
Bayonne Sports Icon Marty Reed Dies At 76 Bayonne Sports Icon Marty Reed Dies At 76
Bayonne Sports Icon Marty Reed Dies At 76 Marty Reed, a beloved institution in youth sports in Bayonne, died on Saturday, June 15, at the age of 76, according to his obituary on the Sweeney Funeral Home website. Reed was involved in youth sports for more than 60 years and was a "walking encyclopedia" who remembered every player from Little League and PAL basketball, going back to the 60s, his obituary reads.  He was a regular fixture at Little League games, working the scoreboard and telling stories, and at PAL basketball games, he always greeted people as they arrived, according to his obituary. Bayonne Legend Marty…
Bandana Left At Gas Station 14+ Years Ago Leads To Arrest: PA State Police Bandana Left At Gas Station 14+ Years Ago Leads To Arrest: PA State Police
Bandana Left At Gas Station 14+ Years Ago Leads To Arrest: PA State Police A 32-year-old man was charged and arrested with a robbery he allegedly committed in 2010 – all because of a bandana, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Wednesday, May 2, 2024.  Alexander Theodule Pelletier, of Williamsport, Lycoming County was arrested on April 30 in connection with a robbery at Shelocta BP convenience store along PA Route 422 in Armstrong Township, Indiana County, troopers explained in the release.  PSP Troop A patrol members and criminal investigators were called to the gas station at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 17, 2010, as detailed in the release.  …
Pair Ejected In Fatal Head-On Crash Along I-81: PA State Police Pair Ejected In Fatal Head-On Crash Along I-81: PA State Police
Pair Ejected In Fatal Head-On Crash Along I-81: PA State Police A 51-year-old woman has died a week after being ejected during a head-on crash along Interstate 81, Pennsylvania State Police and the Dauphin County Coroner confirmed to Daily Voice on Tuesday, April 9.  Sharon Michelle Bentler, originally of Berwick and most recently of Harrisburg (according to her social media and court records), passed away at Penn State Hershey Medical Center on Sunday due to multiple traumatic injuries she sustained in a crash on I-81 on April 3 Dauphin County press secretary Diane McNaughton told Daily Voice.  Her death was ruled accidental by the county co…
PA Woman Arrested In Connection With Teen's Murder: State Police PA Woman Arrested In Connection With Teen's Murder: State Police
PA Woman Arrested In Connection With Teen's Murder: State Police A Williamsport woman was arrested in connection with the murder of a teenager in a restaurant parking lot, according to troopers.  Johneice F. Legare, 36, was taken into custody Wednesday, March 6, wrote state police in a release. Authorities said she's charged with hindering apprehension and related counts.  The victim, a 15-year-old boy, was shot on Saturday evening, March 2 near TGI Friday's at 1840 East 3rd Street, Williamsport, police said.   Troopers believe the shooter fled the scene in a silver Hyundai Elantra being driven by a woman.  Anyone with informat…
Mom Of 4, Firefighter Shot Dead In Williamsport See Wave Of Support Mom Of 4, Firefighter Shot Dead In Williamsport See Wave Of Support
Mom Of 4, Firefighter Shot Dead In Williamsport See Wave Of Support Communities are rallying for a man and a woman who were found shot to death in a car in Williamsport. Alisha Seese and Ronald "Ronnie" E. Dailey Jr., both 37 years old, were found just after midnight on Friday, Jan. 12, according to officials.  The police had been called to reports of gunfire in the 1700 block of Terrace Place around 12:30 a.m., they said in a release.  Authorities explained that the pair had just finished a shift at Lycoming Engines where they worked as part-time security guards. Supposedly a suspect has been identified. Daily Voice has reached out to the distri…
State Police Release New Details, Offer Reward In PA Teen's Apparent Murder State Police Release New Details, Offer Reward In PA Teen's Apparent Murder
State Police Release New Details, Offer Reward In PA Teen's Apparent Murder Authorities are shedding more light on the apparent murder of 19-year-old Kevin Cagle.  The Williamsport-area resident was found dead along I-80 near Mexico and Creek roads in Liberty Township late on Friday, Oct. 13, state police previously said. The Montour County Coroner's Office said he died by homicide but did not describe the cause of death.  Now, authorities say Cagle was shot in the chest while still in Williamsport and then driven to Montour County where his remains were discarded. Investigators believe he was killed on or after Wednesday, Oct. 11.  The body w…
Teenager Found Dead By Homicide Along I-80 In PA Teenager Found Dead By Homicide Along I-80 In PA
Teenager Found Dead By Homicide Along I-80 In PA A 19-year-old was found dead along Interstate 80 in an apparent murder, according to officials.  Kevin Marcus Cagle's remains were located near Mexico and Creek roads in Liberty Township, the Pennsylvania State Police said.  Authorities made the discovery late on Friday, Oct. 13.  The Montour County Coroner's Office said the Williamsport teen died by homicide but did not describe the cause of death.  "No further information will be released at this time to protect the integrity of the case," they announced.  Two of Cagle's siblings have launched GoFundMe campaigns to assist the family in…
Police ID Two Killed, Three Hospitalized In Crash Involving Four Tractor-Trailers In Maryland Police ID Two Killed, Three Hospitalized In Crash Involving Four Tractor-Trailers In Maryland
Police ID Two Killed, Three Hospitalized In Crash Involving Four Tractor-Trailers In Maryland The southbound lanes of I-81 in Washington County remain closed near the Pennsylvania border as Maryland State Police continue to investigate a crash involving several tractor-trailers that left two dead. Two were killed and three others hospitalized when four tractor-trailers and two passenger vehicles were involved in an early morning crash in Hagerstown on Friday morning. Four of the victims were from New York. Wesley Merrick, 55, and Alicia Eve Cornell, 46, both of Wellsville, were pronounced dead at the scene of the chain-reaction crash, which was sparked when he drove into the back …
See Taylor Swift: Eras Tour Movie Comes To Pennsylvania Theaters (And Tickets Are Just $19.89) See Taylor Swift: Eras Tour Movie Comes To Pennsylvania Theaters (And Tickets Are Just $19.89)
See Taylor Swift: Eras Tour Movie Comes To Pennsylvania Theaters (And Tickets Are Just $19.89) Couldn't get tickets to see Taylor Swift's The Era Tour in person? You're very much not alone. But don't worry, Swifties, there's a way to experience the pop culture juggernaut. Get tickets now to see TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR Concert Film only in theaters in North America beginning 10/13. Taylor Swift "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" will be premiering at AMC Theatres across Pennsylvania starting on Friday, Oct. 13 (obviously) with tickets going on sale Thursday, Aug. 31. Showtimes will run Thursdays to Sundays.  Standard showings are priced at $19.89 (cute!) for adults and $13.13 fo…
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support ‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support After a Pennsylvania dad died suddenly, neighbors and well-wishers are pitching in to assist his family in their time of need.  Kyle L. Aunkst, 33, of Muncy, passed away in his home on Friday, June 16, said loved ones in his obituary.  Now, community members are donating money to help his bereaved family members handle end-of-life costs and other expenses.  "None of us was planning for this," said his older sister Tyrennie on a GoFundMe page the day after his death. "I'm reaching out to see if maybe anyone would help us celebrate the life of Kyle Aunkst." Neighbors hee…
South Williamsport HS Grad, 29-Year-Old Mom Leaves 'Gaping Hole' Following Death In Harrisburg South Williamsport HS Grad, 29-Year-Old Mom Leaves 'Gaping Hole' Following Death In Harrisburg
South Williamsport HS Grad, 29-Year-Old Mom Leaves 'Gaping Hole' Following Death In Harrisburg A 29-year-old mother and Williamsport native died in Harrisburg Nov. 13, authorities say.  Jenna Rose Bachman of Duboistown passed unexpectedly, according to her obituary. She has left a "gaping hole" for her family with her sudden passing, as written on a GoFundMe launched by a family friend Roberta Boyles.  The daughter of Brion J. Bachman (who predeceased her) and Krista M. Curren was raised by her mom and stepfather, Harry Rogers.  The South Williamsport high school graduate is survived by the parents who raised her; son, Aaiden Hannah; brother, Jacob 'Jake' (Erica); sister, Olivia R…
Massachusetts Team Playing In Little League World Series For First Time In 13 Years Massachusetts Team Playing In Little League World Series For First Time In 13 Years
Massachusetts Team Playing In Little League World Series For First Time In 13 Years A team from Massachusetts is playing in the Little League World Series for the first time in 13 years and there are several places you can watch the monumental game.  Middleboro Little League’s U12 All-Stars advanced to the LLWS after defeating Maine in the New England Regionals championship last week, Boston25 reports. The last team to do this was Peabody in 2009, the outlet continues. For the first time in 13 years …A team from Massachusetts is headed the #LLWS 👏@LittleLeague | @SCNext pic.twitter.com/YlhpZTKPss — ESPN (@espn) August 11, 2022 Middleboro is now slated to take on Nolen…
Little League World Series Player In Medically-Induced Coma After Fall In PA: TMZ Little League World Series Player In Medically-Induced Coma After Fall In PA: TMZ
Little League World Series Player In Medically-Induced Coma After Fall In PA: TMZ A Little League World Series player from Utah was placed in a medically-induced coma following a fall in Pennsylvania, TMZ reports. Easton Oliverson, 12, underwent emergency surgery after fracturing his skull when he fell off the top bunk of a bed in a dorm in Williamsport on Sunday, Aug. 14, his uncle told the outlet. The boy was expected to make his first appearance as part of the Snow Canyon Little League team later this month. Hello! Welcome to Miracles for Tank. 🤍 We are starting this account in order to provide a central location for updates... Posted by Easton Oliverson on Mond…
Bucknell Grad, 23, Dead After Mysterious Mid-Air Fall/Jump From Plane Bucknell Grad, 23, Dead After Mysterious Mid-Air Fall/Jump From Plane
Bucknell Grad, 23, Dead After Mysterious Mid-Air Fall/Jump From Plane Police were trying to piece together if a 23-year-old Bucknell University graduate jumped or fell out of a plane moments before it made an emergency landing with the pilot on board. Charles Crooks — who was not wearing a parachute — was found in trees in the backyard of a North Carolina home about 30 miles south of Raleigh-Durham International Airport, around 7 p.m. Friday, July 29, the New York Post reports. Police believe he either jumped or fell approximately 3,500 feet out of the 10-person plane. It was unclear how he died. The plane had lost its right wheel when it crash landed at the…
Somerset County Man Busted With Stolen, Loaded Handgun Leads Cops On Chase: Prosecutor Somerset County Man Busted With Stolen, Loaded Handgun Leads Cops On Chase: Prosecutor
Somerset County Man Busted With Stolen, Loaded Handgun Leads Cops On Chase: Prosecutor A Somerset County man who was busted with a stolen, loaded handgun during an argument later led police on a chase as they were attempting to take him into custody, authorities said. Officers responding to a verbal dispute at a home on Burnt Mills Road found a handgun in an open lunchbox belonging to Jorge L. Mercado, 24, of Branchburg around 6:40 a.m. on Thursday, July 21, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald said in a release alongside local officials on Wednesday, July 27. The weapon had allegedly been stolen out of Williamsport, PA, and was loaded with a large-capacity magazine wi…
PA Contractor Ripped Off $86K From Clients, AG Says PA Contractor Ripped Off $86K From Clients, AG Says
PA Contractor Ripped Off $86K From Clients, AG Says A contractor in Pennsylvania has been charged after he accepted deposits to build elevators in six residents' homes but never did any of the work, authorities said. Michael Bloom, of Williamsport, agreed to the projects, which totaled $86,110, AG Josh Shapiro said. He provided little or no services in return and refused to give his customers refunds. Five of the homeowners left in the lurch by Bloom were over 60 years old, the AG said. “The law is clear on this,” AG Shapiro said. “Contractors can’t enter into a contract, accept money from a homeowner, and then fail to deliver — and that’s …
Beloved Firefighter Dies Suddenly In Motorcycle Crash In Central PA Beloved Firefighter Dies Suddenly In Motorcycle Crash In Central PA
Beloved Firefighter Dies Suddenly In Motorcycle Crash In Central PA A 32-year-old firefighter has died suddenly following a motorcycle accident on Saturday, June 11, authorities say. Heather Renee Gower, a Blue Rock Fire Rescue firefighter, had a single-vehicle crash in the 100 block of Penn Street, Washington Boro, around 8:30 p.m., according to a release by Manor Township police. Officers arrived in less than "three minutes and began performing life-saving efforts," along with "several citizens (who) helped Officers with life-saving efforts until EMS and FD arrived," police say. Unfortunately, Gower was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the L…
Death Penalty Will Be Sought For Mom, Partner In Deadly Child Abuse Case: Report Death Penalty Will Be Sought For Mom, Partner In Deadly Child Abuse Case: Report
Death Penalty Will Be Sought For Mom, Partner In Deadly Child Abuse Case: Report Authorities in Pennsylvania will likely be seeking the death penalty for two women accused of intentionally abusing and starving two young girls, whose remains were found in shallow graves last year, PennLive reports. Lycoming County District Attorney Ryan C. Gardner said on Friday that he'll be seeking the extreme punishment for Marie Sue Snyder, 32, and her partner, Echo Lane Butler, 26 -- the latter of whom apparently did the burying -- if they are convicted.  Echo Butler's mom, Michele L. Butler, 49, was arrested on a third-degree murder charge and related offenses, but will b…
Death Penalty Will Be Sought For PA Mom, Partner In Deadly Child Abuse Case: Report Death Penalty Will Be Sought For PA Mom, Partner In Deadly Child Abuse Case: Report
Death Penalty Will Be Sought For PA Mom, Partner In Deadly Child Abuse Case: Report Authorities in Pennsylvania will likely be seeking the death penalty for two women accused of intentionally abusing and starving two young girls, whose remains were found in shallow graves last year, PennLive reports. Lycoming County District Attorney Ryan C. Gardner said on Friday that he'll be seeking the extreme punishment for Marie Sue Snyder, 32, and her partner, Echo Lane Butler, 26 -- the latter of whom apparently did the burying -- if they are convicted.  Echo Butler's mom, Michele L. Butler, 49, was arrested on a third-degree murder charge and related offenses, but will b…
4 Dead In I-78 Crashes Just Hours Apart: State Police 4 Dead In I-78 Crashes Just Hours Apart: State Police
4 Dead In I-78 Crashes Just Hours Apart: State Police UPDATE: A fifth person has died after two separate crashes Tuesday on I-78 eastbound in Berks County, authorities said. *** (Original story below): Four people were killed in two separate crashes -- one involving a school bus -- hours apart on I-78 in Berks County, authorities said. The first crash happened just before 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday on the eastbound lanes of I-78 in Tilden Township, Pennsylvania state police said. Footage from this crash scene was streamed live by NBC10. Four vehicles, including a school bus, were involved, police said. The driver of an empty school bus f…
Beloved Hudson Valley Teacher Dies Unexpectedly Beloved Hudson Valley Teacher Dies Unexpectedly
Beloved Hudson Valley Teacher Dies Unexpectedly A beloved Hudson Valley teacher recently passed away unexpectedly at the age of 60. Orange County resident Kathy Butsko, of Newburgh, died on Monday, Nov. 29. Born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Butsko was a master's graduate of Marist College and was also an adjunct professor at Marist College and SUNY Orange; she was very passionate about education, her obituary said, In addition to teaching, Butsko loved music and traveled to many states to see her favorite band, Garbage.  She was also a big fan of Gaelic Storm and all things Irish.  "Kathy had a huge heart and loved big," h…
11-Year-Old Boy Assaulted Woman With Weapon, PA State Police Say 11-Year-Old Boy Assaulted Woman With Weapon, PA State Police Say
11-Year-Old Boy Assaulted Woman With Weapon, PA State Police Say An 11-year-old boy was arrested after assaulting a woman with a weapon, according to Pennsylvania state police. The boy from Mechanicsburg was apprehended for allegedly using a weapon during a physical altercation at West Keller Street in Monroe Township on Oct. 20 around 6:30 p.m., according to a statement released by police on Thursday. The woman has been identified as a 24-year-old female from Williamsport and is a family member, according to the release. An investigation into the situation is ongoing by Pennsylvania State Police in Carlisle.
COVID-19: PA Liquor Control Issues Dozens Of Violations, Warnings COVID-19: PA Liquor Control Issues Dozens Of Violations, Warnings
Covid-19: PA Liquor Control Issues Dozens Of Violations, Warnings The Pennsylvania Liquor Control has issued dozens of violations and warnings against businesses failing to comply with COVID-19 safety requirements. State Police issued 26 violations and 47 warnings to licensed establishments after carrying out unannounced compliance checks at 419 bars and restaurants between Feb. 5 and Feb. 7, according to the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement. The compliance checks are focused on areas with higher transmission rates of COVID-19 but can occur anywhere, according to police, who did not reveal specific business names pending the ongoing investigation. Sc…
US Marshals Nab Fugitive Wanted In 2013 Slaying Of Atlantic City Man US Marshals Nab Fugitive Wanted In 2013 Slaying Of Atlantic City Man
US Marshals Nab Fugitive Wanted In 2013 Slaying Of Atlantic City Man US Marshals helped capture an Atlantic City fugitive wanted in a fatal shooting from 2013, authorities said. Abdul Bailey, 28, was nabbed in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, less than a week after Atlantic County's prosecutor made a public appeal for help locating the murder suspect. Authorities warned anyone who had seen Abdul Bailey not to approach him:  "Place yourself in a safe situation and notify local law enforcement as soon as possible," Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon G. Tyner said. Now, Bailey is awaiting extradition back to New Jersey, Tyner said.  Bailey was …
US Marshals Nab Fugitive Wanted In 2013 Slaying Of Atlantic City Man US Marshals Nab Fugitive Wanted In 2013 Slaying Of Atlantic City Man
US Marshals Nab Fugitive Wanted In 2013 Slaying Of Atlantic City Man US Marshals helped capture an Atlantic City fugitive wanted in a fatal shooting from 2013, authorities said. Abdul Bailey, 2, was nabbed in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, less than a week after Atlantic County's prosecutor made a public appeal for help locating the murder suspect. Authorities warned anyone who had seen Abdul Bailey not to approach him:  "Place yourself in a safe situation and notify local law enforcement as soon as possible," Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon G. Tyner said. Now, Bailey is awaiting extradition back to New Jersey, Tyner said.  Bailey was w…