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Fights during fireworks show at Dauphin County park lead to arrests
Police in Lower Paxton Township arrested multiple juveniles during a local firework show, according to a post from the department just before 9 p.m. Wednesday. Officers were sent to Koons Park, at 6030 Larue Street, where they said several groups of juveniles were fighting. If you purchase a product or...
Bodycam video shows dispute between family, cops; family demands justice
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — A family got into a dispute with Harrisburg Police after calling them for help, and one of them was arrested, all seen in bodycam footage given exclusively to CBS 21. The Brooks family of Harrisburg filed a citizen's complaint after the incident happened on March...
"Attempted suicide by cop": Dauphin County DA rules police-involved shooting justified
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The use of deadly force by Harrisburg Bureau of Police was ruled "justified" in the shooting of Bryan K. Horton Jr. on June 22 according to the Dauphin County DA, who said that Horton admitted he was trying to get shot and killed by police so he wouldn't have to go back to jail.
Inmate With 2 Former Identities Murdered In SCI Camp Hill
An inmate — with two previous names and a lengthy criminal record under all three identities — has been killed by his prison cellmate in the State Correctional Institution at Camp Hill, Pennsylvania State Police, announced on Tuesday night. Kevin Beattie, 57 of Philadelphia — previo…
Harrisburg police end fireworks show early, arrest 2 people with guns
Harrisburg’s Fourth of July fireworks display was cut short on Thursday night after police in the area arrested a juvenile and an adult who they said had guns, according to Harrisburg spokesperson Matt Maisel. Throughout the fireworks show, officers were concerned about multiple individuals they suspected of having weapons,...
Body pulled from Susquehanna River in 1990s cold case identified
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A body from a 1998 cold case, found in the Susquehanna River in central Pennsylvania, has been identified with the help of advancements in DNA, officials announced. In a news release, the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office announced the identity of the body that was pulled from the Susquehanna River in […]
Protesters ask ‘how can you justify’ Harrisburg police killings
The streets of center city Harrisburg were filled with the chants of “no justice, no peace” Wednesday afternoon as nearly 40 protesters made their way from City Island to the Capitol to speak out against killings by police. “We’re tired of our babies getting harassed, getting killed, getting...
As gun violence drops sharply in Pa., focus is on what’s working
The first four months of 2024 saw a 23% decrease in Pennsylvania gun homicides compared to last year, according to the Center for American Progress. Pennsylvania saw the second-largest decline in the country last year. Philadelphia experienced the largest gun violence decline of major American cities in the same period.
Dauphin Co. firefighter accused of stealing sunglasses from Bass Pro Shops
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — A Swatara Fire-Rescue firefighter is facing charges after he allegedly stole a $200 pair of sunglasses. Scott Allen, 51, is accused of stealing from the from Bass Pro Shops on June 12, according to charging documents. Employees reported to police that Allen pocketed a...
Police: Cumberland County man exposed himself multiple times to bar patrons
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — A Cumberland County man has been charged after allegedly trying to fight people and exposing himself at a Camp Hill bar. According to the Lower Allen Township Police Department, on June 26 around midnight, officers were dispatched to Brewhouse Grille for an active fight. One man, identified as Cody Edman, 28, was allegedly actively trying to pick fights and exposing himself.
Hershey man, teen charged for New Year’s robbery, assault
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) – Two people have been arrested in connection to a burglary and assault on New Year’s Day in Lebanon County. Western Lebanon County Regional Police say on July 3 they arrested Isaiah Williamson in connection to the assault. Police say Williamson forcibly entered a home and assaulted multiple occupants. A 17-year-old female has also been charged as a co-conspirator.
Pennsylvania State Police release Top 5 Most Wanted in Lykens
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police in Lykens, Dauphin County have released their top five most wanted people. Kevin Timothy Stephenson, 48, is wanted for endangering the welfare of children in 2023 and simple assault. Stephenson is described as 5'10", weighs 130 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. His last known location was in Williamstown.
Authorities urge people to follow Pa. firework laws ahead of July 4th
CAMP HILL, Pa. — While thousands of Pennsylvanians will watch fireworks shows across the region to celebrate Independence Day, others will be setting off their fireworks at home. As people prepare to light up their fireworks on Thursday, municipalities across the region are urging people to follow the state’s...
Police: Baltimore woman robbed two victims inside their New Cumberland motel room
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — A Baltimore woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing two people inside their motel room. According to the Fairview Township Police Department, Patricia Monet Gilmer, 33, entered a motel room off Limekiln Road in New Cumberland without permission on June 7 at 9:38 p.m. She allegedly threatened two people inside the room, claiming she had a firearm, stole their purses and fled the area.
Two Arrested After High Speed Chase Through Michigan City
(La Porte County, IN) - A Pennsylvania man led state police on a high speed chase into Michigan City. Around 1:30 a.m. early Saturday morning, a State Trooper patrolling I-94 near the La Porte/Porter County line spotted a gray Toyota SUV driving dangerously fast with no lights on. Reaching speeds...
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