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Man gets seven life sentences for Franklin County triple murder-for-hire plot
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Baltimore man was sentenced Wednesday to spend multiple consecutive life sentences for his role in a 2016 triple murder in Franklin County. Christopher Van Johnson, 36, will serve seven consecutive life sentences along with 10, 20 and 30-year terms on charges of companion robbery, firearms and conspiracy by United […]
Two patients released after overnight house fire in Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A house fire in Franklin County occurred overnight on July 20. According to a Facebook post from Franklin Fire Company, units were dispatched to Leafmore Road in Chambersburg on July 20 at around 12:51 a.m. for a reported first-due house fire. Upon arrival, the post...
Two-Vehicle Collision on E Main Street Results in One Ejection
In a severe traffic incident early today on the unit block of E Main Street, emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of a vehicle accident involving an ejection. Squad 7, along with EMS personnel, responded promptly to the distress call. Upon arrival, DC7, the first on scene, confirmed...
Retail Theft Reported at Sheetz in Chambersburg
On July 20, 2024, Chambersburg Police were called to the Sheetz store located at 875 Norland Avenue after a retail theft was reported by store employees. According to the police, the incident occurred around 3:00 AM when four individuals entered the store. During their visit, one of the group members allegedly stole items valued at approximately $25.00 without making payment.
Chambersburg Woman Arrested on DUI Charges
On the night of July 13, 2024, Chambersburg Police Department officers arrested 51-year-old Stephanie Gump following reports of a suspected intoxicated driver. The incident occurred at around 10:08 PM on the 1300 block of South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA. Upon arriving at the scene, police made contact with Gump, who...
Masked intruder breaks into Franklin County gymnastics, dance center
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A gymnastics and dance center in Chambersburg was broken into early Thursday morning. According to a Facebook post, an intruder wearing all white and what appears to be a gas mask covering their face, broke into the gym at Wilson School of Gymnastics and Dance, located at 91 Brim Boulevard. The […]
Shippensburg Smoke Shop Burglary: Suspect Identified and Wanted
State Police in Carlisle have issued an arrest warrant for Jessica Stine, identified as the primary suspect in a major theft at the Shippensburg Vape and Smoke Shop. The burglary, which occurred in October 2022 at the shop located at 304 N Earl Street, resulted in a significant loss with stolen items valued at approximately $24,063.80.
Single-Vehicle Accident with Fire on Quarry Road Results in Immediate Emergency Response
At approximately 6:28 PM yesterday, emergency responders were dispatched to a serious incident involving a single vehicle accident accompanied by a fire in the 400 block of Quarry Road, within box area 44-01. Authorities identified the vehicle in flames upon arrival. Squad 41, led by AC48, promptly arrived at the...
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