Lysander
CRIME & SAFETY
Triple Shooting in Syracuse: Three Injured in Stone Court
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse, NY – On Sunday, July 21, 2024, at approximately 8:06 p.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to multiple gunshots detected by ShotSpotter at Stone Court in the James Geddes Housing complex. Upon arrival, officers found two female victims with apparent gunshot wounds to their legs. Both victims, aged 27 and 16, were transported to University Hospital and are in stable condition, expected to survive.
This email from Social Security is not a scam
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Social Security recipients are frequent scam targets, but an email sent to a large group of beneficiaries is legitimate, the agency says. The email notifies users of important changes to their accounts. It was sent to customers who created online accounts before Sept. 18, 2021. Those users had logins with “my Social Security” and need to transition to updated credentials with Login.gov.
TOWPD: Woman observed swerving towards oncoming in Old Forge allegedly drove while impaired with two children in back-seat
OLD FORGE- A woman from Oswego County is accused of impaired driving with two children in the vehicle, following reports of a traffic stop last week in the Western Adirondacks. Mindy S. Billman, 45, of Fulton, NY was arrested by the Town of Webb Police Department on the night of...
Update: missing Syracuse teen found, police say
Update as of 8 a.m. Saturday: Yasmeen has been found and is doing well, police said. Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse police are searching for a 16-year-old girl last seen Thursday night. Yasmeen Aldwas was reported missing after she was seen leaving her home around 8:30 p.m. in the 100...
Man Shot on I-690 Eastbound, Police Seek Information
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – A shocking incident on I-690 Eastbound leaves a man injured as Syracuse Police intensify their investigation. On Tuesday, July 16th, at approximately 6:52 p.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired on I-690 Eastbound, near the Teall Avenue exit. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple bullet casings at the scene and located an adult male in his 20s suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his arm.
Three reported Syracuse shootings in less than 24 hours
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On Saturday, July 20th, around 6:30 p.m. Syracuse Police Officers were called to the 100 block of Daisy Street in response to a ShotSpotter activation for multiple rounds. When police arrived, officers found a 20-year-old male, who was the victim of apparent gunshot wounds to...
Man, teen injured in shooting on Syracuse’s West Side, police say
Syracuse, N.Y. — Two people were shot on Syracuse’s West Side Saturday evening, police said. Both are expected to survive, police said in a news release. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in New York State [PIC]
A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.
Fulton teen dies following a traffic accident in Alabama
Www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-07-20 18:56:01. SUMMARY: 19-year-old Ashton Miller from Fulton was killed Thursday night in a traffic accident in Fayette County, Alabama. Miller was a passenger in a Toyota Corolla that ran off Highway 18, hit a culvert, and flipped. He was ejected from the car, as he was not wearing a seatbelt, and died at the scene. The 17-year-old driver was airlifted to a hospital. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Highway Patrol Division is investigating the crash. For updates, follow WCBI News on Facebook and X.
Shooting injures teen on Near West Side of Syracuse
Syracuse, N.Y. -- A 17-year-old boy was injured Saturday after he was shot on the Near West Side of Syracuse, police said. Around 9:47 p.m., police responded to Upstate University Hospital at 750 East Adams Street for a report of a boy who arrived with a gunshot wound to his left hand, according to a new release Sunday from the Syracuse Police Department.
Two shots fired incidents in Syracuse's Southside 4 hours apart, one injured
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Two shots fired incidents in Syracuse's Southside occurred within four hours of each other on Friday. At around 1:12 a.m., Syracuse Police reports officers responded to the 2600 block of Midland Avenue for a shots fired call. Officers located several casings at the scene. There were no injuries reported.
Retired grandmother saves neighbors from house fire on Fitch Street in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A fire broke out on the two-hundred block of Fitch Street around 10:00 A.M. The Syracuse Fire Department was alerted to two occupants inside the house as they arrived on the scene, but thanks to one alert neighbor and firefighters, those two occupants are safe. Even...
Morning Shooting on Bradley Street Leaves One Injured
(WNY News Now) – Rochester – A morning shooting on Bradley Street has left one man injured and sparked an active investigation. On Thursday, July 18th, at approximately 10:08 a.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to a shot spotter activation in the 200 block of Bradley Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple shell casings scattered across the scene, indicating a recent shooting.
Neighbor banged on windows of Syracuse house on fire, screamed for people to get out
Syracuse, N.Y. − Gloria Bonaparte has never been able to kick those working hours. She worked as a medical secretary at St. Joseph’s Hospital until she retired. She still wakes up early every morning. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Man arrested for allegedly breaking into local AT&T store (State Police)
A man was recently arrested following an investigation of him allegedly breaking into a local AT&T store, according to a report. The New York State Police report noted that Benny L. Curry, 59, of Syracuse, allegedly forcibly entered the AT&T store on Rt. 281 in Cortlandville “by smashing the front glass” on Feb. 12 of this year. According to the report, Curry allegedly “entered the store and stole a cash register.”
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.