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.
- Second suspect arrested after Northwest DC gun battle
Police recover another firearm in ongoing shooting investigation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a Northwest DC shooting that investigators say involved an exchange of gunfire and left property damaged, police announced.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting occurred at approximately 1:20 p.m. on July 21 in the 1700 block of Euclid Street, Northwest DC.
When officers arrived, they found evidence of a shooting but no victims.
Police said officers searching the area initially arrested one suspect and recovered two firearms. Detectives determined the suspect had been involved in an exchange of gunfire with other unidentified individuals, resulting in property damage.
That suspect, 19-year-old Damari Bryant of Northeast DC, was previously charged with assault with a dangerous weapon (gun), felony destruction of property, felony receiving stolen property, carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm and ammunition, possession of a large-capacity ammunition feeding device, and possession with intent to distribute marijuana.
On Aug. 6, Third District officers familiar with the investigation located and arrested a second suspect in the same area where the shooting occurred.
Police identified the second suspect as 19-year-old Emmanuel Gerald Grey of Southeast DC.
According to MPD, officers recovered a firearm during Grey’s arrest.
Grey was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon (gun), carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm and ammunition, and possession of a large-capacity ammunition feeding device.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call MPD at (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. Police are offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for violent crimes in the District.
Key Points
- MPD arrested a second suspect in a Northwest DC shooting investigation.
- Police recovered another firearm during the latest arrest.
- The shooting involved an exchange of gunfire that damaged property but caused no reported injuries.
- Murder suspect arrested at scene after deadly Northwest DC shooting
Police say victim and suspect knew each other
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man accused of fatally shooting a 35-year-old in Northwest DC was arrested at the scene moments after the gunfire, police said.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded at approximately 7:58 p.m. Wednesday to the 2500 block of 41st Street, Northwest DC, for a report of a shooting.
When officers arrived, they found an adult man suffering from gunshot wounds.
DC Fire and EMS personnel responded and pronounced the victim dead at the scene after determining there were no signs consistent with life.
Police identified the victim as 35-year-old Bobby Lee Cannon of Southeast DC.
Second District officers located and detained the suspect at the scene.
Following the investigation, detectives arrested 21-year-old Jeremiah Greene of Alexandria, Virginia, and charged him with first-degree murder while armed.
Investigators said the shooting had domestic overtones and that all parties involved were known to one another.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- A suspect was arrested at the scene of a fatal shooting in Northwest DC.
- The victim was identified as 35-year-old Bobby Lee Cannon of Southeast DC.
- Jeremiah Greene, 21, of Alexandria, Virginia, is charged with first-degree murder while armed.
- Multi-agency stakeout ends with wanted man’s arrest in Salisbury
Detectives seize revolver and marijuana during wanted man’s arrest
SALISBURY, Md. — A multi-agency investigation ended with the arrest of a wanted man in Salisbury after detectives allegedly found a handgun and nearly 200 grams of marijuana during his arrest, authorities said.
41-year-old kevin matthew werkheiser was wanted on two active warrants. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, investigators from the Joint Community Action Team (JCAT), the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division and the Salisbury Police Department worked together over several days to locate 41-year-old Kevin Matthew Werkheiser.
Authorities said Werkheiser was wanted on two active Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office warrants and was believed to be armed.
As part of the investigation, detectives established surveillance near the Hardee’s at 1301 S. Salisbury Blvd.
Investigators made contact with Werkheiser and took him into custody without incident on the outstanding warrants.
During a search incident to the arrest, detectives said they recovered a Taurus .357 Magnum revolver and approximately 190 grams of marijuana from Werkheiser’s property.
Photo: police in south jersey to enforce seat belt use in "click it or ticket" campaign In addition to the outstanding warrants, Werkheiser was charged with firearm-related offenses and transported to the Wicomico County Detention Center.
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office credited members of JCAT, its Criminal Investigation Division and the Salisbury Police Department for their coordinated efforts in the investigation.
All charges are allegations, and Werkheiser is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Key Points
- A wanted man was arrested during a multi-agency operation in Salisbury.
- Detectives said they recovered a .357 Magnum revolver and about 190 grams of marijuana.
- Kevin Matthew Werkheiser, 41, was taken to the Wicomico County Detention Center.
- New Jersey traffic stop ends 25-year hunt for attempted murder fugitive
Paramus officer’s persistence leads to long-sought arrest
PARAMUS, N.J. — A routine traffic stop on Route 4 ended with the arrest of a fugitive wanted for attempted murder for nearly 25 years after a Paramus police officer uncovered the man’s true identity despite repeated efforts to mislead investigators.
According to the Paramus Police Department, Officer Nicholas Perna stopped a gray 2009 Kia on westbound Route 4 on Aug. 5 after noticing its Florida license plate was obscured by a heavily tinted cover.
Photo: police in south jersey to enforce seat belt use in "click it or ticket" campaign Police said the passenger identified himself as James Haywood. However, Officer Perna became suspicious after the man was unable to produce identification and gave inconsistent answers about his identity.
Authorities said both the passenger and the driver insisted he was James Haywood. During the investigation, Perna also noticed tattoos and scars that matched the description of Yancy Haywood, 52, who was wanted on an outstanding warrant charging him with first-degree attempted murder and weapons offenses stemming from an October 2001 shooting in Paterson.
Police said Haywood had previously used his brother’s identity as an alias. After he was fingerprinted at police headquarters, investigators confirmed he was Yancy Haywood.
According to police, Haywood told Officer Perna during processing, “Officer, you did your job.”
Haywood was additionally charged with providing false information to a law enforcement officer in an attempt to hinder his arrest.
He was lodged in the Bergen County Jail on the outstanding warrant.
The driver of the Kia was released at the scene and issued motor vehicle summonses for driving without a license and failing to provide required documents.
Paramus Police Chief Robert Guidetti praised Perna’s work, saying the arrest demonstrated the officer’s professionalism, instincts and investigative skills.
All charges are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Key Points
- A Paramus traffic stop led to the arrest of a fugitive wanted in an attempted murder case dating back to 2001.
- Police said the suspect repeatedly claimed to be his brother before being identified through fingerprints.
- The suspect was lodged in the Bergen County Jail on the outstanding warrant.
- Gunfire Strikes Occupied Home in Ellendale as Delaware State Police Search for Suspects
ELLENDALE, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating after gunfire struck an occupied home in Ellendale early Friday morning, prompting a criminal investigation into what authorities describe as a targeted shooting.
Troopers responded at approximately 12:10 a.m. Friday to the 18000 block of Sharons Road after receiving reports of shots fired.
When officers arrived, they discovered that unknown suspect or suspects had fired multiple rounds into an occupied residence.
Occupants escape without injury
Despite the home being occupied when the shooting occurred, no one inside was struck by the gunfire.
According to Delaware State Police, “unknown suspect(s) fired multiple shots that struck an occupied home. No one was injured.”
Investigators have not released information about a possible motive or whether the residence was specifically targeted.
The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit has taken over the investigation and is working to identify those responsible.
Shootings involving occupied homes remain a significant concern for law enforcement because they place innocent residents at risk, even when no one is physically injured. Detectives often rely on neighborhood surveillance cameras, witness statements, and forensic evidence recovered at the scene to determine who was responsible and whether the attack was random or targeted.
Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact Detective J. Hill at 302-752-3792. Tips may also be submitted through a private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.
The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit also reminded victims and witnesses that confidential support services are available 24 hours a day through its hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461).
Sources
- Delaware State Police
- Delaware State Police Newsroom
FAQ
- When did the shooting happen?
Delaware State Police said the shooting occurred at approximately 12:10 a.m. Friday. - Where did it happen?
In the 18000 block of Sharons Road in Ellendale. - Was anyone injured?
No. Police said multiple shots struck the occupied home, but no injuries were reported. - Who is investigating?
The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. - How can I provide information?
Contact Detective J. Hill at 302-752-3792 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.
Key Points
- Multiple gunshots struck an occupied home in Ellendale early Friday morning.
- No injuries were reported despite people being inside the residence.
- Delaware State Police are investigating and asking the public for information.
