GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Gloucester Township Police Department announced their participation in the national “Click it or Ticket” campaign, aimed at enforcing seat belt usage. The campaign begins on May 20 and will continue until June 2. This enforcement effort will include high visibility seat belt checkpoints and saturation patrols, specifically targeting areas in town with a high incidence of crashes involving unrestrained occupants.
In addition to road enforcement, Gloucester Township Police Officers from the Traffic Safety Unit will be engaging with high school seniors. They will deliver presentations focused on the risks of driving without a seat belt and the dangers of impaired driving, coinciding with the prom season. This initiative is part of a broader national effort to highlight the life-saving benefits of wearing seat belts.
- DC girl, 15, vanishes from Maryland Avenue
Washington, DC — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Stefany Campos, who was last seen Saturday evening in the 1000 block of Maryland Avenue NE.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department, Stefany was reported missing at approximately 5:45 p.m. on May 17. She is described as a Hispanic female, 5’1″ tall and weighing 120 pounds, with black shoulder-length hair and brown eyes.
Police said she was last seen wearing blue jeans, a cream-colored hoodie, and white shoes. No further details have been released regarding the circumstances of her disappearance.
The case is being handled by MPD’s Youth and Family Engagement Division, with support from the Real Time Crime Center.
Public urged to report sightings or information
Anyone with knowledge of Stefany’s whereabouts is urged to call the Youth and Family Engagement Division at (202) 576-6768 or the Real Time Crime Center at (202) 727-9099. Anonymous tips can be sent by texting 50411.
Investigators continue to seek leads as they work to ensure Stefany’s safe return.
- Stabbing suspect in Barcelona jersey flees on foot in DC
Washington, DC — A man was stabbed on Georgia Avenue NW and police are now searching for a suspect last seen wearing a Barcelona soccer jersey, according to a public alert issued Sunday.
The stabbing occurred in the 3600 block of Georgia Avenue, NW. Officers responded to the area after receiving reports of the incident, though the exact time and condition of the victim have not yet been released.
Authorities described the suspect as a short Hispanic male, last seen heading eastbound on Rock Creek Church Road NW. The investigation remains active as detectives continue to gather evidence and search for the attacker.
Police are warning the public not to approach the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to call 911 immediately or contact the department’s tip line.
Reward offered for information in ongoing stabbing case
A reward of up to $25,000 is available for tips that lead to an arrest and conviction in the case. Information can be submitted anonymously by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting 50411.
No further details have been released regarding the victim’s identity or the motive behind the stabbing.
- Man found shot and killed in wrecked car on Church Street
MILLVILLE, N.J. — A man died Saturday night after being shot and crashing his vehicle on the 900 block of Church Street, prompting a joint homicide investigation by local and county law enforcement.
The incident began as a reported motor vehicle accident. When emergency personnel arrived, they discovered the driver had sustained a gunshot wound prior to the crash. The victim was transported to Vineland Inspira Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 10:02 p.m.
The Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office and Millville Police Department are working together to investigate the circumstances leading up to the shooting and crash. Officials have not yet released the victim’s identity or confirmed whether any suspects have been identified.
Investigators have not shared details on a possible motive, and it remains unclear where the shooting occurred in relation to the vehicle’s final location.
The case is being treated as a homicide, with both agencies continuing to collect evidence and pursue leads.
Officials seek public help in homicide case
Law enforcement is asking for the public’s assistance. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Detective Vit of the Millville Police Department at (856) 825-7010 or Detective Parker of the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office at (856) 453-0486.
Anonymous tips may also be submitted online through the New Jersey tip portal at njccpo.gov/tips.
As of Monday, no arrests had been made in connection with the investigation.
- DC child disappears near home late Friday night
Washington, DC — Authorities are searching for 10-year-old Jacari Kegler, who was last seen late Friday night in the 2900 block of Langston Place SE, according to a critical missing alert issued by the Metropolitan Police Department.
Jacari was reported missing at approximately 10:45 p.m. on May 16. He is described as a Black male, 4’2″ tall and weighing 52 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
Police said Jacari was last seen wearing blue shorts and a black t-shirt. No further details have been released regarding the circumstances of his disappearance.
The case is being handled by the department’s Youth and Family Engagement Division, which continues to seek the public’s assistance in locating the missing child.
MPD asks for help in locating missing boy
Anyone with information about Jacari Kegler’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Youth and Family Engagement Division at (202) 576-6768 or the Real Time Crime Center at (202) 727-9099. Anonymous tips may also be submitted via text to 50411.
Officials say all information provided will be kept confidential as efforts to locate Jacari continue.
- Man seriously injured in Pulaski Highway shooting as cops detain person of interest
Baltimore, MD — A 43-year-old man was shot early Monday morning along Pulaski Highway, and a person of interest was taken into custody at the scene as Southeast District detectives continue investigating.
Officers responded at approximately 6:45 a.m. to the 3600 block of Pulaski Highway after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders transported the man to a nearby hospital, where he is listed in serious condition. Authorities have not released the victim’s identity.
Police confirmed that a person of interest was taken into custody at the scene, though no charges have been announced. Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Southeast District seeks tips as investigation continues
Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact the Southeast District at 410-396-2422. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP or through the organization’s website.
The investigation remains active as officials review evidence and interview witnesses in connection with the morning shooting.