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Man Shoots, Kills Ex-Girlfriend In South Jersey Murder-Suicide: Prosecutors
A man shot and killed his ex-girlfriend in a murder-suicide in Vineland, authorities said.The 21-year-old woman identified as "M.R." and the 22-year-old man identified as "J.C.S." died in the shooting on Monday, Aug. 26, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said in a news release. …
8 'drug trade kingpins' arrested, 1 sought, after trafficking organization busted in Delco
Eight "drug trade kingpins" have been arrested and one person is still being sought after authorities say a major drug trafficking organization was dismantled in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.The eight people arrested are:Baruti Mills, 46, Upland;Leo Davis, 47, Chester;Gregory Young, 52, Marcus Hook;Gregory Council, 63, Downingtown;Kareem Bannister, 37, Chester;Louis Stillis, 53, Upland;Anthony Major, 53, Philadelphia;Breon Gethers, 38, Chester.Nakia Jeffries, 49, of Harrisburg, is also facing charges and is currently being sought by police, officials said.Each person is charged with the operation of a corrupt organization, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, conspiracy, as well as firearms charges.District Attorney...
Stray bullet hits innocent woman inside Camden County, NJ home
GLOUCESTER CITY — A woman who thought she was safe in her home was hospitalized late Monday night. The 67-year-old victim was shot in her Gloucester City house on Hunter Street and hospitalized, according to Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay. She was in stable condition as of Tuesday afternoon....
Bystander shot, killed trying to break up argument in Philadelphia's Kensington section
Police say an innocent bystander was shot and killed in Philadelphia's Kensington section as she tried to break up an argument that escalated into gunfire.Investigators say they watched it play out on city-owned surveillance footage and saw the woman get between two people who were fighting, but she was shot and killed in the process."It appears the person who was struck by gunfire was an unintended target who was attempting to either mediate or break up the fight between the shooter and another person, who it looks like the shooter was attempting to fire at," said Inspector DF Pace with...
10 kids from Philadelphia recently went missing — see their pictures
Authorities in Philadelphia are asking for your help as they search for 10 missing children. These kids, some as young as 11 years old, have all gone missing since the middle of July. If you have seen any of the juveniles shown below, contact the Philadelphia Police Department immediately. Call...
New surveillance video shows moments before shooting that killed rapper in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police released new surveillance video showing the moments before a shooting that left a popular rapper dead in the city's Olney section last week.It happened on the 5500 block of N. 6th Street just after 3:30 p.m. on August 23.Video shows a white Hyundai Santa Fe pulling up alongside an SUV and opening fire.The shooting left 25-year-old Abdul Vicks, also known as 'YBC Dul,' dead.According to police, Vicks was affiliated with a gang known as YBC, or Young Bag Chasers.So far, no arrests have been made. However, police say they are holding the Hyundai in connection with the incident.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Calls grow for Camden School Board president to resign
There are growing calls for Camden’s School Board president to resign after a fiery meeting last night. As reported on Action News at 10 on PHL17, it was the first meeting since the district reached a $2 million settlement involving the board’s president. It was to resolve allegations that Wahseam Muhammad sexually assaulted a former […]
Parents demand answers after 6-year-old left alone at wrong bus stop in Northeast Philly
PHILADELPHIA - A first day at school turned terrifying for one family when their little girl was left all alone at a bus stop—and not even her own stop, but one nearly two miles away. FOX 29's Greg Payne spoke to the child's parents who want answers about how...
Three People Confirmed Dead Following Gruesome Multi-Vehicle Crash in Hatboro, PA
A devastating incident shook the community of Hatboro, Pennsylvania on Friday night after a multi-vehicle collision resulted in three fatalities and two injuries. As reported by Action News, around 6:30 p.m. on County Line Road and Park Avenue, a westbound Chevy Camaro veered into the eastbound lane, initiating a fatal contact with a Nissan SUV and consequently involving a Hyundai SUV in the tragic events of the evening.
Man seen stomping on cars, smashing windshields in Philadelphia's Center City: VIDEO
Philadelphia police are investigating a bizarre case of vehicle vandalism in Center City.The suspect targeted various cars between between 9th and 11th streets Tuesday, causing damage and destruction.One of the cars had a handicap tag hanging in the window."He stepped up on the first car jumped up on the hood, then two legs jumped on the windshield," explained Isabella Giglio who witnessed the incident."The front of my SUV, the whole vehicle was stomped in. The gentleman got on top of my car, in the video, and stomped his right or left foot to smash in my windshield," said Catie Mason.Victims...
'How Guilty, Ashamed I Am,' Says Bristol Dad Sentenced For Killing 4-Month-Old Son
Tyler Sullivan, 31, was sentenced to 15 to 30 years in state prison on Tuesday, Aug. 27 on murder and child endangerment charges by Common Pleas Judge Gary B. Gilman. Before being sentenced, Sullivan gave a lengthy, tearful statement, admitting “how guilty and ashamed I am," according to the Bucks County District Attorney's Office.
Kelly Kane, 41, Killed In Philadelphia: Police
On a GoFundMe page, they said Kelly Kane "was stolen from us as she was intervening to avoid violence." Police did not detail the circumstances of her death, only saying that she was shot in the arm shortly after midnight on Monday, Aug. 26 on the 2500 block of Kensington Avenue.
Teen, boy carjack, rob multiple people at gunpoint, Philly police say
A teenager and a boy – who could be as young as the age of 10 – carjacked and robbed multiple people at gunpoint throughout Philadelphia over the span of nearly a week, police said. The first incident occurred on Aug. 16 at 9:50 p.m. A man was...
Car rolls into Schuylkill River after couple accidentally shifted it into drive, police say
A couple was inside a parked car along Kelly Drive when they accidentally shifted it in drive — sending the vehicle right into the Schuylkill River, according to police.
Philadelphia Bystander Fatally Shot Trying to Prevent Violence (Video)
In a tragic incident that unfolded in Philadelphia’s Kensington section, an innocent bystander lost her life while trying to intervene in an argument that turned violent. The event took place early in the morning along Kensington Avenue, leaving the community shocked and grieving. The victim, a 41-year-old woman, is being remembered as a loving mother and a kind-hearted individual who always sought to keep the peace.
Mount Laurel Police Detail Recent Arrests, Investigations
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is highlighting recent investigations and arrests that have taken place in the Township through a new community reporting system. The MLPD rolled out a new feature to its website earlier this year in which residents can sign up to receive a weekly e-newsletter delivered to their inboxes that summarizes the number of investigation reports, calls for service motor vehicle collisions and overdoses that have taken place throughout the week. The newsletter also highlights specific investigations and arrest incidents.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The latest report covers...
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