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Innocent bystander shot at Bucks Co. gentleman's club after trying to help stop fight: police
A 28-year-old man is in the hospital after a shooting at a Bucks County gentleman's club.Authorities say the alleged shooter -- identified as 27-year-old Pedro E. Rodriguez, of Trenton, New Jersey -- surrendered to police on Thursday afternoon.In addition to attempted homicide, Rodriguez is charged with two counts each of aggravated assault and simple assault, one count each of discharging a firearm into an occupied structure and possession of an instrument of crime, and 17 counts of recklessly endangering another person.Police responded to The Border Gentleman's Club, in the 400 block of Pennsylvania Ave. in Morrisville, around 1:15 a.m. on...
Man, 36, dead after 2-vehicle crash in Bucks
HILLTOWN TWP., Pa. - A 36-year-old man is dead after a crash in Bucks County Wednesday. Police in Hilltown Township were sent to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 113 at Diamond Street around 6:30 p.m. One of the drivers, identified as Robert Strohm, 36, of Harleysville, was...
Bucks man admits to driving under the influence in fatal accident in Lower Gwynedd
A Bucks County man has pleaded guilty for driving under the influence of drugs when he caused a multi-vehicle accident in Lower Gwynedd Township that killed another man in February 2023. The accident, which occurred on Route 309, claimed the life of Brailyn German Reinoso. Daniel Joseph Selby, 33, of...
NJ high school student killed on way to first day of classes
FRANKLIN (Hunterdon) — The excitement of a new school year at North Hunterdon High School turned to mourning after a student died in a crash on the first day of school. Sophia Detorres, 16, of the Pittstown section, was a passenger in a three-vehicle crash Thursday morning at Hogback (Route 617) and Lowers Lansdown roads, officials said.
Man Shot in Head at Morrisville Club, in “Serious Condition”
A man was shot in the head at a Morrisville club early Thursday. According to multiple sources, police were dispatched to “The Border” club just after 1:10 a.m. finding a man with a gun shot wound to the head. The injured man was rushed to an area hospital...
Police Release ID of Victim of Fatal Bethlehem Pike Crash as Investigation Continues
Hatfield Township Police have released the identity of the motorcyclist that was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Saturday night. First responders were dispatched to the intersection of Bethlehem Pike and Township Line Road just after 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 26 for a report of a multi-vehicle crash with injuries and entrapment. The crash involved a 2002 Harley Davidson motorcycle — operated by 21-year-old Bryce Fisher, of Sellersville — and a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck, operated by a 66-year-old Souderton man, according to police.
One officer lauded, another hired in Buckingham
Police Chief David J. Scirrotto, on Wednesday, honored police officer Timothy Weber with a Certificate of Commendation for his role in a life-saving episode last April. The presentation was followed by District Magistrate Maggie Snow swearing in a new officer, Ashley McHenry. Scirrotto recalled how Weber, following a 911 call...
Police: Man stole new car from Lansdale Library, drives to police station to ask for drugs back
A Hatfield man is accused of stealing a new Subaru Forester from the Lansdale Public Library parking lot, driving it to Hatfield Police Station to ask for his drugs back, and then driving to Target with the intent of stealing from the store, per Lansdale Police. Christopher Jordan Ganzel, 24,...
Warning issued amid surge in mail theft, check washing incidents across Pennsylvania suburbs
Police are searching for the suspect or suspects who have been driving around in a Mercedes and stealing mail directly from mailboxes across multiple Pennsylvania neighborhoods. According to Solebury Township Police, they are searching for the person or people driving around in a black 2018-2022 Mercedes model C300 2matic with...
After Tragic Accident “All-Way Stop” Proposed For intersection in Franklin Township
FLEMINGTON, NJ - After a tragic car accident that took the life of North Hunterdon High School Student Sophia DeTorres, an "All-Way Stop” is proposed for the interesection of County Route 617 (Sydney Road), Hogback Road and Lower Landsdown Road in Franklin Township. A formal request from Franklin Township was made to enhance roadway safety at the intersection of Route 617 (Sydney Road), Hogback Road, and Lower Landsdown Road. The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners are taking action to install an All-Way Stop. After careful consideration by the Office of the Hunterdon County Engineer, a recommendation was made to...
Oscar Bernie Charged With DUI After Driving Into Pizza Hut
Oscar Jesse Bernie of Quakertown was charged with four misdemeanors of DUI as well as summary traffic offenses, court records show. The crash happened at the Pizza Hut located at 320 South West End Boulevard in Quakertown on July 12, according to the police and confirmed by court documents. Bernie...
"They didn't protect him': Owners speak out after pit bull died in pet sitter's care
HUNTERDON CO. N.J. -- The owners of a pit bull who was killed under a pet sitting service's watch have spoken out. "Just a happy-go-lucky dog. Loved walks, loved car rides, love the family, love my kids," said Andrew Beifus, owner of the pit bull. Remi, the seven and half...
Pa. mom pleads guilty to manslaughter in toddler’s overdose death
A Bethlehem woman has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the summer 2022 death of her 2-year-old son, authorities said. Nicole Stauffer, then 45, of Bethlehem and the boy’s father, Christian Robert Brewster, then 26, of Friendship, New York, were arrested Jan. 26, 2023, in New York on warrants issued that same day. The pair were charged after the 2-year-old died of a fentanyl overdose at Stauffer’s city home, authorities said.
3 students hurt in head-on crash with bus in Southside Bethlehem neighborhood (UPDATE)
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new details from the Bethlehem Police Department. Three students were injured Wednesday when an SUV collided head-on with a school bus in a Southside Bethlehem neighborhood, school district officials said. The accident happened just after 2 p.m. Wednesday along East Fourth...
'The strongest woman I've ever known': Family remembers matriarch after deadly crash
L. NAZARETH TWP., Pa. - A deadly head-on crash Tuesday that began with a police chase, has upended the family of the 67-year-old Norristown woman who was driving in the opposite direction. 69 News spoke with the victim's daughter about her mom's shocking death. "My mom was an extraordinary woman,"...
Bensalem Homicide Suspect Abel Mendoza-Ramirez to Stand Trial Following Preliminary Hearing
The upcoming trial of Abel Mendoza-Ramirez, charged in the July homicide at a Bensalem Township apartment complex, is set following a recent preliminary hearing, reports indicate from the Bucks County Justice Center. During the Wednesday hearing, Magisterial District Judge Michael W. Gallagher reviewed testimonies from an eyewitness and three law...
Masked thief trots off with turkey statue belonging to Jaindl Farms, police say
Pennsylvania State Police say they are investigating the theft of a bronze turkey statue valued at $15,000 from Jaindl Farms. The North Whitehall Township-based poultry farming company reported the theft Aug. 19 from a property at Cesanek and Seemsville roads in Allen Township, according to a news release Tuesday from state police at Bethlehem.
Text phishing scams are targeting Pennsylvania voters
Pennsylvania election officials are warning residents to be wary of political phishing scams that have targeted voters in Philadelphia's suburbs.Why it matters: With Pennsylvania being a key battleground state, officials expect to see an uptick in those scams in the weeks leading up to the November election.Driving the news: Voters in some of Philadelphia's collar counties have been bombarded with emails or text messages about their voting status, including that their primary votes weren't counted because of issues with their mail-in ballots, election officials told the Inquirer.In Bucks County, some messages directed people to resolve their issues by calling a fake number.What they're saying: County election officials say it is unclear who's behind the messages, but people should ignore them and not call any of the numbers or click on the links that are provided.The Pennsylvania Department of State says it never sends voters information about their specific voting record.To check your voter registration status, visit the Department of State website, contact your county elections office or call 1-877-VOTESPA.
Extra security for Trump strains local resources in NJ
Bedminster, Somerset County and New Jersey State Police are concerned about how to provide and pay for heightened 24/7 police, fire and ambulance protection for Donald Trump at his golf club in Bedminster. A request for extra coverage came from the Secret Service, following the July 13 assassination attempt in...
Registered voters targeted in phishing campaign in these Delaware Valley counties
DOYLESTOWN, Pa. - Election officials in two large Philadelphia area counties are raising concerns about attempts to scam voters or undercut their beliefs in Democracy as election day nears. On the cusp of Labor Day weekend, with 67 days before the election, Doylestown has a late summer feel. But in...
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