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19-year-old drowns while swimming in N.J. lake
A 19-year-old man drowned Saturday in Lake Garrison in Gloucester County, according to the Elk Township police chief. The Gloucester County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the man accidentally drowned, according to Elk Township Police Chief Lance Hitzelberger. The man was taken from the lake to Inspira Hospital in Mullica Hill, where he was pronounced dead, the chief said in a news release.
Camden man accused of selling drug more dangerous than fentanyl
NEW YORK CITY – A Camden man is accused of selling a synthetic opioid here that’s up to three times more dangerous than fentanyl. Erik Alberto Lopez Valdez, 38, and a New York man were charged with distribution of the drug, protonitazene, and conspiring to distribute fentanyl, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office...
Motorcyclist from Camden County killed on Parkway in Tinton Falls
TINTON FALLS - A Camden County motorcyclist was killed in a Garden State Parkway crash Saturday night according to New Jersey State Police. At 9:37 p.m., troopers responded to a motor vehicle crash on the Parkway south, at milepost 103 in Tinton Falls, police said. Jason Ball, 46, of Stratford,...
16-year-old killed execution-style in Philadelphia; 3 gunmen wanted for firing 50 shots
Philadelphia police are searching for three gunmen after a teenager was killed execution-style on Tuesday afternoon.It happened around 4 p.m. in the 1200 block of Van Kirk Street in the city's Oxford Circle section.Officers found the 16-year-old victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds while lying on the ground behind a home on the block.He was rushed to an area hospital where he later died.According to Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small, three gunmen were seen chasing the victim while opening fire.Police provide update on Oxford Circle murder on July 23, 2024.After the victim collapses in the driveway, video reportedly shows at least two gunmen standing over the teen while shooting at him just a few feet away."So it appears to be an execution-type homicide, since the shooters are seen on camera standing over the victim, and we also found multiple spent shell casing just inches away," said Small.More than 50 gunshots were fired.The suspects were last seen fleeing in a white sedan.The teenager's name has not been released.Anyone with information can call or text Philadelphia police at 215-686-TIPS (8477).RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Woman 'shot 7-month-old boy' in stroller as mom screamed 'my baby' amid 'argument gone wrong'
A Philadelphia woman stands accused of shooting a 7-month-old baby boy late Thursday night in what has been described as an argument gone wrong. Dominique Billips, 28, was arrested and charged in the shooting that occurred in the 4000 block of Meridian Street, which is located in Philadelphia's Holmesburgh neighborhood, which is located right along the Delaware River in the northeastern portion of the major Pennsylvania city.
Man ‘uncooperative' after being critically stabbed at the Wells Fargo Center
Police are investigating after a man was stabbed at the Wells Fargo Center over a week ago in South Philadelphia. According to the police, on Saturday, July 13, at around 10:45 p.m., police responded to a call for an assault at the Wells Fargo Center at 3601 S. Broad Street.
Mt. Laurel Man Admits Possession of Multiple Pipe Bombs, Destructive Devices
TRENTON, NJ -- Mount Laurel resident, Jeremy Giliberti, 52, pleaded guilty before federal court to possession of multiple explosive devices including two pipe bombs found in his vehicle and home in 2023, according to an announcement U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. As previously reported by TAPinto, Giliberti was detained during a traffic stop in Hamilton Township, Mercer County on July 26, 2023. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Court documents and statements made in federal court before U.S. District Judge Georgette Castner noted that Hamilton Township Police Division officers conducted a motor vehicle stop of Giliberti. As a result of...
Wrongly Convicted Philadelphia Man Spent 11 Years In Prison for a Crime He Didn’t Commit, Now the Detective Who Coerced His False Confession Will Pay for His Crimes In Historical Verdict
A former Philadelphia Police homicide detective was found guilty of assaulting an innocent man more than a decade ago to obtain a false murder confession […] Wrongly Convicted Philadelphia Man Spent 11 Years In Prison for a Crime He Didn’t Commit, Now the Detective Who Coerced His False Confession Will Pay for His Crimes In Historical Verdict
Man dies after being stabbed in the face in Philadelphia
An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death in Philadelphia early Tuesday morning. Police responded to the 1200 block of West Wingohocking Street at 6:26 a.m. for a reported stabbing. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man in his 40s or 50s who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to the face. He was pronounced dead at the scene by medics at 6:36 a.m.
Customer Shot In Neck At Philadelphia Convenience Store, Police Say
The 31-year-old victim was robbed in a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue, authorities wrote in a release on Tuesday, July 23. He was shot in the neck when he ran outside to confront the suspect, investigators said. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical...
NJ retail theft problem: Suburb busts 38 in just 2 days
CHERRY HILL — A two-day sting operation at retail stores in this Philadelphia suburb led to dozens of arrests. With the help of surveillance tools and undercover officers, cops busted 38 suspects and recovered tens of thousands of dollars worth of stolen merchandise, which police said left business owners “ecstatic.”
Camden man, found with victim's blood on his sneakers, gets long prison term
CAMDEN — A city man found with his victim's blood on his sneakers has received a 65-year prison term for murder. Corey Malloy, 45, must serve more than 55 years before parole eligibility, according to the Camden County Prosecutor's Office. A jury convicted Malloy in April of killing Nathaniel...
Criminal charges after Washington Township crash injures driver, two children
WASHINGTON TWP. — An Audubon man faces criminal charges after a single-vehicle accident that injured him and two children in his vehicle. Sean Asman, 31, was driving an auto that struck a utility pole off Hurffville Grenloch Roadnear Quay Park, according to Washington Township police. ...
Man killed in Kensington, chased down Allegheny Ave. by gunman, police say
Police in Philadelphia made an arrest on Monday night, shortly after a man was chased down Allegheny Avenue in Kensington and shot to death. According to police, the incident happened at about 10 p.m. when officials were called to assist an officer at the intersection of Kensington and Allegheny avenues on Monday.
DA Krasner needs your help locating these Homicide suspects
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office needs your help locating the following homicide suspects. “There are families across the city who are mourning the loss of loved ones due to the violent actions by these suspects,” said DA Krasner. “While my office and our law enforcement partners work hard...
Ex-Philadelphia officer sentenced to at least 8 years in shooting death of 12-year-old
A fired Philadelphia police officer who pleaded guilty to murder in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy was sentenced Monday to at least eight years in prison.Edsaul Mendoza, a five-year veteran of the force who was fired a week after the shooting in 2022, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas "T.J." Siderio.Mendoza said in court that he felt sorrow and regret just before he was sentenced to 8 to 20 years. He originally was charged with first- and third-degree murder and voluntary manslaughter but agreed to a plea deal. A message seeking comment...
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