PHILADELPHIA, PA – A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed a pit bull on a Tuesday earlier this month, as it attacked another dog. The incident occurred in the city’s 39th District and was promptly responded to by local officers after a report of a dog attack at 12:06 PM.
Upon their arrival, the officers encountered a large pit bull aggressively attacking a smaller dog. Officer Brian Keenan, a seven-year veteran of the force, used his firearm to intervene, resulting in the pit bull’s death. Unfortunately, the smaller dog also succumbed to injuries sustained during the attack.
While there were no injuries reported among the responding officers, a 66-year-old man, the owner of one of the dogs, was inadvertently injured by a bullet fragment that struck his left forearm. He declined medical treatment at the scene.
Both dogs were subsequently transported to the Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Agency (PACCA). The incident, captured on Officer Keenan’s body-worn camera, is under investigation.
Officer Keenan has been assigned to administrative duty pending further review by Internal Affairs and the Officer-Involved Shooting Investigations unit.
- Man Killed Wife Injured in D.C. Hit and Run
Washington, D.C. – The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal hit and run that killed a man and injured his wife on Wednesday.
Preliminary investigation revealed that on June 12, at approximately 12:17 p.m., a white Ford Taurus with dark tinted windows was traveling eastbound in the 2800 block of Alabama Avenue, Southeast, and crossing Naylor Road. The vehicle struck 62-year-old Alton Kelly and his wife as they crossed Alabama Avenue in or near the crosswalk. The Ford continued eastbound, dragging Kelly through a parking lot until he was dislodged in the 2900 block of Denver Street, Southeast. The vehicle then fled the scene.
Kelly was pronounced dead at the scene, while his wife was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect vehicle was found empty by officers canvassing the area, but the driver remains at large.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.
- Baltimore Police Publish Body-Cam Footage from Officer-Involved Shooting
Baltimore, MD – The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) has released video footage from the May 24, 2024, officer-involved shooting on the 3400 block of S. Hanover Street.
Officers patrolled the area when they approached a person of interest, 39-year-old Anthony Ferguson. During the questioning, Ferguson stood up and pointed a gun at the officers. Despite several verbal commands to drop the weapon, Ferguson did not comply, leading to an exchange of gunfire. Both Ferguson and one officer were struck and taken to a hospital, where Ferguson was pronounced dead shortly after. The officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The officers involved, all from the Southern District, include:
- Sergeant Timothy Copeland, an 18-year veteran
- Detective Nicholas Wellems, a 10-year veteran
- Officer Brandall Mable, a 6-year veteran
- Officer Nicolas Sturla, a 4-year veteran
- Officer Kevin Retamales, a 3-year veteran
All officers are on routine administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation conducted by the Independent Investigations Division of the Attorney General’s Office and BPD’s Special Investigative Response Team (SIRT).
- $3.0 Million Pick-6 Jackpot Won in Burlington
Trenton, NJ – A $3.0 million Pick-6 jackpot ticket has been sold in Burlington County, marking a lucky week for South Jersey players.
The winning ticket, sold at Masonville News & Food Store in Mount Laurel, secured the $3.0 million jackpot for the Thursday, June 13, drawing. The retailer will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
“Congratulations to our latest Pick-6 winner! This marks the second huge jackpot this week,” said Executive Director James Carey. Earlier in the week, a Camden County ticket won over $200 million.
The winning numbers for the June 13 drawing were: 12, 14, 25, 29, 33, and 36. The next drawing on Monday, June 17, will have a reset jackpot of $2 million.
- Gun-Wielding Teen Robber on the Loose in D.C.
Washington, D.C. – An armed robbery occurred around 7 p.m. in the 5000 block of Hunt Street, Northeast.
The suspect is described as a Black male, aged 14-17, with a thin build and light brown eyes. He wore a durag, a white t-shirt, black shorts with black tights underneath, and white socks. The suspect was armed with a black gun and stole an iPhone 8 Plus.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411. Do not take any action if you see the suspect. No further details are available at this time.
- Mega Millions Ticket Worth $4 Million Sold in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY – The New York Lottery has announced that a second-prize-winning Megaplier ticket worth $4,000,000 was sold in Brooklyn for the June 11 Mega Millions drawing.
The lucky ticket was purchased at Ralph Avenue Liquor Store, located at 223 Ralph Ave.
Mega Millions numbers are drawn from a field of 1 to 70, with the Mega Ball drawn from a separate field of 1 to 25. The Megaplier option allows players to multiply non-jackpot prizes up to five times. Mega Millions drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.
- Road Construction Advisory in Prince Frederick
Prince Frederick, MD - The Calvert County Sheriff's Office has issued an advisory regarding road construction in Prince Frederick.
Drivers should anticipate delays on Dares Beach Road near Dorsey Road due to ongoing construction.
Motorists are advised to use alternate routes if possible to avoid the area.
The Sheriff's Office appreciates the public's patience and cooperation during this period.