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Part of I-95N closed in Philadelphia after crash leaves 2 injured
A portion of Interstate 95 North in Southwest Philadelphia is closed due to a crash.It happened just before 6:30 p.m. on the highway between Bartram Avenue and North Broad Street.According to police, two people were transported to a local hospital with injuries. There is no word yet on their conditions.Authorities have not said what may have led to the collision.I-95 North is now closed between Exit 12 (Pa. 291 Cargo City) and Exit 17 (Pa. 611 North Broad / Pattison Avenue).Authorities ask that motorists find alternative routes as the roadway may be closed for an extended time.Get the latest on traffic updates with 6abc's Traffic Map.
Teen Swimmer Drowns in Gloucester County, NJ Lake
A day at a lake in Gloucester County, New Jersey turned tragic after the drowning of a teen. Saturday was sunny and warm, a much milder day than we've had so far this summer. It should have been a day of fun for all who spent time outdoors but that ended up not being the case at one lake in South Jersey.
Why car thieves are targeting your vehicle registration | Here's how to protect yourself
Car break-ins are one of the most common crimes in Philadelphia, making the list of top 5.Car owners in the suburbs are also getting hit frequently, and many thieves are after one thing in particular: your vehicle registration.Your registration has your name and address, as well as all of your vehicle information, including your plate, title, make, model and VIN. All that information is a treasure trove for criminals.From Cheltenham and Gloucester townships to Northeast Philadelphia, as well as Roxborough, Spring Garden, and Fairmount -- these are all areas seeing car break-ins."It's one of the most common things to happen,"...
Routine traffic stop results in 5-year prison sentence for Glassboro, NJ, man
A Glassboro man is headed to prison after cops found a loaded gun during a traffic stop in Vineland last year. On April 26th, 38-year-old Joshua D. Alpheaus pleaded guilty to one charge of unlawful possession of a handgun. Earlier this week, he was sentenced to five years in state...
Williamstown, NJ, man charged with attempted murder
A 20-year-old man from Williamstown has been arrested in connection to a shooting in Camden County earlier this month. The Clementon Police Department says on Friday, July 19th, their officers were called to the area of Princeton Road and Elm Avenue for a report of shots fired. At the scene,...
Philadelphia Police are investigating a body found in the Delaware River
Police are investigating a body that was found in the Delaware River. Police report this happened in Torresdale, near the Lunden Avenue boat ramp. Officers responded around 3:30 p.m. yesterday afternoon, and said they recovered the body of a man in his 40’s. They suspect foul play. “The way we found the body and what […]
'His heart was always on the farm.' Claymont High teacher killed in farming accident
A Claymont High School teacher died in a farming accident on Tuesday afternoon in rural Carroll County. Luke S. Logan, 44, was run over by a wagon at a farm in the 1100 block of Aster Road SE in Perry Township, authorities said. ...
Crash With Serious Injuries Closes I-295 In Camden County (UPDATE)
A crash with serious injuries closed all lanes of Interstate 295 in Camden County, authorities said.The crash occurred at about 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 on the southbound ramp to Exit 26S in Bellmawr, according to NJDOT.Based on a preliminary investigation, a Honda was traveling southbound on I-…
Shocking video of car slamming into South Philly cheesesteak shop
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - "Saturday morning, I wake up and I get a text from my manager to check this video out," said Edward Brennan. He couldn't believe his eyes when he saw surveillance video from his business, Shank’s Original Philly Cheesesteak, on South Columbus Boulevard, in South Philly. "I...
Police pay special attention to store thefts
The Mantua police department is taking a harder stance on crime – specifically retail theft – in response to increased calls from the township’s four major retailers. Target, Lowe’s, Home Depot and Kohl’s have all been battling theft, a crime that has also increased nationwide. As a result, township police consulted with other law-enforcement agencies to create a special task force.
Hammer-Wielding Man Sentenced In Deadly Attack At South Jersey Truck Stop: Prosecutor
Marchello D. Williams, of Browns Mills, was convicted in May of first-degree murder and fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon for causing the death of Tysheem Porter, 47, of Newark, Delaware, according to Salem County Prosecutor Kristin J. Telsey. Just before 11 p.m. on May 6, 2021, Porter was attacked...
2 men critically injured, 2 women hospitalized in 2 separate double shootings: officials
PHILADELPHIA - Gunfire breaks the night air and leaves two men and two women injured in the aftermath, while at least five suspects are sought. A police investigation was begun after someone opened fire on the 4600 block of Morris Street, late Friday night, just after 11:30, officials said. Responding...
Police arrest three men in connection with retail thefts and robberies
Philadelphia Police have arrested three men in connection to a string of retail thefts and robberies that began in April 2024. Byron Jordan-Prince, Lytrell Scott, and Daquan Johnson have been charged with multiple counts of retail theft and related offenses. Police say the Jordan-Prince, Scott, and Johnson targeted a number of stores, including Dollar Generals, […]
NJ state police trooper admits punching handcuffed woman in face
🔻 Under plea deal, no public employment or office. A New Jersey state police trooper from Gloucester County has admitted to punching a handcuffed woman in the face, while she was sitting in a police vehicle, awaiting a medical evaluation. On Thursday, 28-year-old Nicolas Hogan, of Gibbstown, pleaded guilty...
Investigation underway after 2 women stabbed in Philadelphia, police say
Philadelphia police are investigating after two women were stabbed early Saturday morning. According to police, officers responded to the 5900 block of N. 20th St. for a report of a person with a weapon. Police said a 26-year-old woman had suffered stab wounds to the right forearm and back of...
Teenager, woman injured after shooting breaks out in Germantown; suspect sought
Two people are injured after a shooting broke out in the Germantown section of Philadelphia on Friday night.It happened at approximately 11:30 p.m. in Fernhill Park along the 4600 block of Morris Street.Police say at the scene, officers located an 18-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman who had been shot.Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital. The teen was listed in critical condition and the woman was listed in stable condition, police say.No arrests have been made in this case so far.Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the police immediately.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Video shows gunman fire at person riding motorized scooter on Philadelphia street
PHILADELPHIA - Disturbing surveillance video shared by police in Philadelphia shows a masked gunman brazenly opening fire on a person riding a motorized scooter. Authorities say the shooting happened last Saturday near the intersection of Diamond and 21st streets. The gunman, dressed in dark clothing, is seen walking towards a...
Teen shot in the head inside North Philadelphia recording studio, police say
A teenager was taken to the hospital after being shot in the head on Friday afternoon, according to a spokesperson with the Philadelphia Police Department. Officers were called to the 2600 block of Germantown Avenue in North Philadelphia just before 5 p.m. for reports of a person with a gun, police said.
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