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NEWARK, N.J. — Alina Habba, the newly appointed interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, issued a strong warning Monday evening, stating that any violence against law enforcement…
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York State Police announced the retirement of K9 Nate on Friday, marking the end of an eight-year career with Troop F’s Bomb Disposal Unit. K9 Nate,…
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire that broke out early Saturday morning in the garage of a two-story home on Powder Horn Road was caused by the spontaneous combustion of…
QUEENS, N.Y. — Two probationary NYPD officers assigned to the 115th Precinct have been indicted on multiple charges, including burglary and forcible touching, in connection with an incident involving a…
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A Brooklyn woman known for operating a luxury wig business is facing serious charges after a crash that killed a mother and two of her children and…
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — A Potomac man is facing first-degree murder charges after walking into a Rockville police station and allegedly confessing to killing his grandmother, authorities announced Monday. Spencer Dillon…
HARTFORD, Conn. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested a 21-year-old Guatemalan national in Hartford on Feb. 20 who is facing multiple felony sexual assault charges, including offenses involving…
STERLING, Va. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have arrested a previously deported Salvadoran national and documented 18th Street Gang member in Northern Virginia, officials confirmed. Walter Bladimir Lopez-Ayala…
NEWARK, N.J. — Your school district might be faced with closing and selling schools to close their budget gap, but the prime beneficiary of New Jersey school state aid is…
WORCESTER, MASS. — Four men were indicted for murder on Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man found gunned down inside a car on Dorchester Street…
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Deputy Chief Steven Gerling of the Brick Township Police Department has officially retired, closing out a 30-year law enforcement career that spanned from K9 handler to…
SUITLAND, Md. — A double fatal shooting late Friday night in the Suitland area has left two men dead and a third injured, prompting a homicide investigation by the Prince…
NEW YORK — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deported two Jamaican nationals convicted of serious felonies, including kidnapping and homicide, federal authorities announced Wednesday. Nascimento Blair, 44, was removed from…
Washington, DC –A DC District Court attorney is reportedly investigating allegations of an assault involving U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), following a high-profile incident that has sparked intense debate and…
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A car barreled through the entrance of St. Catharine’s Cemetery Sunday night, striking gravestones and causing significant property damage, according to local police. The crash occurred…
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Virginia Giuffre, one of the most well-known accusers in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, said Sunday she is in critical condition and has been given only…
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A teenager was shot and a woman stabbed in two separate violent incidents overnight in Philadelphia, authorities said Monday. In the 2nd District, a 17-year-old male was…
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A deadly shooting inside a Brooklyn storefront late Sunday night left one man dead and two others wounded, according to the NYPD. Police responded to a 911…
Father and Son Arrested for Trafficking Fentanyl and Firearms
**LOS ANGELES, CA** – A father and son, Antonio Espinoza Zarate and Francisco Javier Espinoza Galindo, were taken into custody on Monday for trafficking fentanyl and illegal firearms. The arrests were the result of an investigation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) working with various federal and state law enforcement agencies in Southern California.
Antonio Espinoza, also charged with illegal reentry, is accused of multiple illegal arms and drug sales. In July 2023, he allegedly sold firearms and over 500 grams of fentanyl pills. In August 2023, he is said to have sold an AR-style rifle and approximately one kilogram of fentanyl pills, supplied by Francisco Espinoza.
Espinoza, originally from Mexico, was previously deported multiple times and reentered the U.S. illegally. If convicted, both father and son face a maximum life sentence and a minimum of 10 years in federal prison.
The ICE HSI-led El Camino Real Financial Crimes Task Force, including the ATF and Los Angeles Police Department, played significant roles in the operation. The public is encouraged to report suspected trafficking activities to
Police Investigate Attempted Burglaries in South River
**South River, NJ** – On March 28, South River Police Department responded at approximately 3:51 AM to an attempted burglary report at a centrally located town residence. A second similar incident reportedly occurred shortly thereafter at another nearby residence.
Authorities suspect both incidents involved the same three individuals attempting to enter each home. However, police canvassing the areas could not locate any suspects or a suspect vehicle.
The homeowners’ camera systems recorded the incidents at both locations, capturing images of the individuals and the alleged suspect vehicle. The South River Police do not disclose exact locations based on footage from private security cameras for privacy reasons.
Residents should ensure all residential entry points are secure, and vehicles are locked. For questions or additional information regarding these incidents, residents can contact South River Police Dispatch at 732-238-1000 or Lieutenant Edwin Yorek at 732-238-1000 ext 111.
Structure Fire Investigated in Berkeley Township
**Berkeley Twp., NJ** – On Friday at approximately 1:29 PM, Berkeley Township Police Department officers responded to a structure fire at 310 St Vincent Ct. in the Holiday City section.
The situation prompted the response of several emergency groups. Alongside the police, the Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Department, Pinewald Pioneer Volunteer Fire Department, Bayville Volunteer Fire Department, and Holiday City First Aid were dispatched to the scene.
The fire was extinguished, though it caused substantial damage to the building. Investigators from the Berkeley Township Police Detective Bureau and the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office have not found any suspicious factors in the incident.
No injuries were reported for the homeowner, but a family member received medical treatment for smoke inhalation. Residents are advised to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing.
Jury Convicts Mamadou Kallie of First-Degree Murder
**West Chester, PA** – Mamadou Kallie has been convicted by a jury on multiple charges, including three counts of First-Degree Murder. The conviction was announced by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office. Kallie’s sentencing will be determined at a later date with a minimum sentence of life imprisonment.
The trial, lasting six days, presented evidence and testimony indicating that Kallie murdered his girlfriend, Tiara Rodriguez-Diaz, on May 29, 2022, in the presence of their one-year-old son. Additionally, he killed Kimberly Ortiz-Zayas, who was carrying his unborn child, through multiple gunshots.
District Attorney Christopher de Barrena-Sarobe expressed that the violent act is hard to comprehend. He attributed the successful conviction to the cooperation of law enforcement, the prosecution team’s effort, and the jury’s dedication, ensuring Kallie’s life sentence.
Valley Township Police Chief Glenn Eckman offered thoughts and prayers to the families of the victims, expressing hope for some closure post-trial. Chester County Detectives led the investigation with support from local police departments. First Assistant District Attorney Erin O’Brien and Assistant District Attorney Annie
Western District Police Report Drug Arrest in Gambrills
**GAMBRILLS, MD** – Anne Arundel County Police responded to a motor vehicle collision at Annapolis Road and California Terrace on Thursday at approximately 10:00 p.m. During their investigation, officers discovered one of the drivers had an active detainer for a probation violation.
The suspect, identified as Quantonio Derell Dunscomb, 44, from Annapolis, Maryland, was taken into custody. Upon search, police found approximately 36.38 grams of suspected crack cocaine. Additional controlled substances including a capsule containing suspected heroin and fentanyl, five Xanax bars, and a vial of suspect PCP were also discovered in the suspect’s possession.
Dunscomb faces multiple charges related to controlled dangerous substances (CDS). The Anne Arundel County Police Department has processed the arrest and is handling the ongoing investigation.
Tennessee Man Sentenced in Drug Trafficking Case
**Memphis, TN** – A Tennessee resident was sentenced on Tuesday to over seven years in prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking conspiracy in the Memphis area.
Courtney Davis, 28, from Memphis, collaborated with others, including Brian Lackland, to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine. The investigation focused on the Young Mob gang and their role in drug trafficking.
In March, law enforcement began wiretapping Davis, capturing discussions of acquiring and distributing fentanyl pills. Davis was implicated in distributing 90 grams of fentanyl and 1360 grams of methamphetamine.
Davis is one of 18 individuals charged in this case and the first to be sentenced, having pleaded guilty in December. The Justice Department and local law enforcement have conducted the investigation and prosecution as part of a broader initiative to combat violent crime in Memphis.
Juvenile Arrested in Connection with Assault and Robbery of Pizza Delivery Driver
**PITTSBURGH, PA** – Pittsburgh Police apprehended a juvenile following the robbery and assault of a pizza delivery driver that occurred on March 26, 2025, on Wymore Street.
The incident took place at approximately 1 a.m. on the 800 block of Wymore Street. Two masked individuals approached the victim, assaulting him with a pistol before taking his iPhone and wallet.
The juvenile, identified as Nae’Pear Clark, 16, of Pittsburgh, faces multiple charges. Clark’s charges include aggravated assault, robbery, conspiracy, theft by unlawful taking, possession of a firearm by a minor, and receiving stolen property. He was subsequently taken to Allegheny County Jail.
The investigation into this crime continues. Police are seeking any additional information related to the incident.