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Fake federal agents accused of targeting 85-year-old in $200K gold bar scam

Gold dealer’s call to authorities leads to suspects’ arrests WASHINGTON, D.C. — An attempt to trick an 85-year-old man into handing over more than $200,000 in gold bars unraveled after a gold dealer recognized the scam and alerted authorities, leading…

Police charge woman in alleged stolen bank card spending spree

Cumberland theft investigation leads to multiple criminal charges CUMBERLAND, Md. — A Cumberland woman is facing numerous theft and fraud charges after police allege she used another person’s bank card to make multiple unauthorized purchases. According to the Cumberland Police…

Missed church service leads to life changing Maryland Lottery jackpot

Accokeek woman turns grocery stop into nearly $100K FAST PLAY win ACCOKEEK, Md. — Missing church after oversleeping left an Accokeek woman feeling disappointed, but an unexpected stop for groceries later that…

Alleged bicycle wrench attack leads to armed robbery charge in DC

Police say victim was assaulted before belongings were stolen WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man accused of attacking a victim with a bicycle wrench during a robbery in Northwest DC has been arrested…

Man arrested on warrant allegedly found with suspected meth during search

Police say additional drug charge filed after Cumberland arrest CUMBERLAND, Md. — A Cumberland man wanted on a bench warrant is facing an additional drug charge after officers allegedly found suspected methamphetamine during his arrest, according to police. The Cumberland Police Department said officers…

Lucky ticket turns into $761K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot

Winning New Jersey Lottery ticket sold in Camden County LAUREL SPRINGS, N.J. — One New Jersey Lottery player is holding a ticket worth $761,184 after matching all five numbers in Thursday night’s Jersey Cash 5 drawing. According to the New Jersey Lottery, the jackpot-winning…

Cherry Hill Police Warn of Impersonation Phone Scam

CHERRY HILL, NJ – The Cherry Hill Police Department has issued a warning to residents about a phone scam where callers impersonate local police officers. According to the department, this scam is…

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Pennsylvania Mom Charged for Toddler’s Drowning Death

ETNA, PA – The Allegheny County Police Department has announced charges against Brittany Garrison, 28, of Etna, for the drowning death of her one-year-old son. The tragic incident occurred on July 13,…

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Jackson Township Maintenance Worker Convicted for Robbing Homes at Apartment Complex

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Troy Jones, a 58-year-old resident of Jackson Township, was convicted of burglary and theft related to a 2021 incident. The conviction came after a jury trial presided over…

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Throwback Thursday: When Paterson Cops Dressed as Hippies and Beatniks to Nab Purse Snatchers and Muggers

PATERSON, NJ – The Paterson Police Department recently highlighted an innovative strategy from 1970 aimed at combating muggings and other street crimes in the city. During that era, the department deployed an…

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NYC Public Employees Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud

CENTRAL ISLIP, NY — Arthur Cornwall, formerly employed by the New York City Transit Authority, and Sean Williams, a former New York State Court Officer, have each been sentenced to 18 months…

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Florida Meth Trafficker Caught After Sending Drugs Through Post Office

FORT MYERS, Florida — Jonathan Garduno, a 33-year-old resident of Fort Myers, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Sheri Polster Chappell. The sentencing comes after…

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Connecticut Gang Member Heading to Prison

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Ezra Alves, a 23-year-old known by aliases “EJ” and “Ezzy,” and a recognized member of the violent 960 gang based in Waterbury, Connecticut, has pleaded guilty to multiple federal…

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New York Men Charged in Maine Post Office Burglaries and Armed Robberies

PORTLAND, Maine — Two individuals from the New York City metropolitan area, Winston McLeod and Lance Funderburk, both 30, have been indicted by a federal grand jury on multiple charges related to…

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Springfield Man Pleads Guilty in $2 Million Catalytic Converter Theft Ring

BOSTON — Carlos Fonseca, a 33-year-old resident of Springfield, Massachusetts, has admitted his involvement in a sophisticated theft operation that targeted nearly 500 vehicles across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The scheme, which…

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Baltimore Area MS-13 Gang Leader, Illegal Migrant, Sentenced for Murder, Racketeering

BALTIMORE, Maryland — Oscar Efrain Zavala Urrea, a 23-year-old El Salvadoran national residing in Silver Spring, Maryland, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for his role in a racketeering…

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North Tonawanda Drug Dealer Charged in Connection with Fentanyl-Related Deaths

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Ernest Green, also known by multiple aliases including Fire, Burn, and Dread, from North Tonawanda, NY, faces federal charges for distributing fentanyl leading to death, alongside conspiracy charges related…

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Atlanta Business Owner Sentenced in $10 Million SNAP Fraud Scheme

ATLANTA — Uttam Halder has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), resulting in $10 million in illicit…

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Maryland Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Covering Up Assault of Inmate

WESTOVER, Md. — A correctional officer at the Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI) in Maryland, Daric Evans, aged 32, entered a guilty plea today to charges of conspiring to obstruct justice. This plea…

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Heavy Winds, Rain and Coastal Flooding Expected as Nor’Easter Forecast for New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey is experiencing a mix of weather conditions, starting with a sunny day today. The state will enjoy clear skies with temperatures reaching a high near 46 degrees.…

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Red Flag Forest Fire Warning Issued Across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — A critical fire weather warning has been issued across central and southern New Jersey, indicating a heightened risk of wildfires. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly announced a…

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Philadelphia Cocaine Trafficker Moved Product from Puerto Rico to South Jersey

CAMDEN, N.J. — Iran Soler, a 44-year-old Philadelphia resident, has been sentenced to over four years in prison for his role in a drug-trafficking organization that operated across Philadelphia and southern New…

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Chris Christie Calls Out Phil Murphy School Funding Misinformation

TOMS RIVER, NJ—If you ask most people in rural suburban communities across New Jersey if their school districts are being properly funded, you’ll probably get an earful about cut programs, reductions in…

Community News·Politics·School and Education News

Staff at Philadelphia Pharmacy Heading to Prison Over Opioid Trafficking Scheme

PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced the conclusion of a significant investigation into opioid distribution and healthcare fraud at Spivack, Inc., formerly known as Verree Pharmacy in Philadelphia. This years-long investigation…

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Brick Township Police Participate in High School Career Day

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department recently took part in the annual Career Day at Brick Township High School, engaging with students about careers in law enforcement. During the…

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Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Gloucester Township Crash

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A pedestrian was seriously injured after being hit by a vehicle in Gloucester Township, prompting a significant emergency response. The incident occurred around 7:20 p.m. on March 19,…

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