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Former Nurse Practitioner Sentenced for Fraudulent Prescriptions

Former nurse practitioner sentenced for fraudulent prescriptions

Former Nurse Practitioner Sentenced for Fraudulent Prescriptions

**HARRISBURG, PA** – A former certified registered nurse practitioner from western Pennsylvania received a sentence Thursday of 11.5 to 23 months, followed by 8 years of probation. Joseph G. Sapp, 56, was penalized for writing fraudulent prescriptions for thousands of Oxycodone pills.

Sapp had previously admitted guilt to charges, which include possession with intent to deliver, Medicaid fraud, and forgery. The Office of Attorney General’s Bureau of Narcotics Investigations and Medicaid Fraud Control Unit discovered that Sapp wrote prescriptions filled in Westmoreland, Allegheny, Fayette, and Washington counties.

Sapp issued prescriptions for himself and others in exchange for money, thereby defrauding Medicaid. According to Attorney General Michelle Henry, Sapp failed to uphold his professional responsibilities and contributed to the opioid epidemic by facilitating access to Oxycodone.

The investigation received support from multiple agencies, including the Penn Township Police Department, the Westmoreland County Drug Task Force, the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office, and the DEA. Sapp admitted to exploiting Medicaid to submit false prescription claims and illegally acquiring prescriptions under false identities. The prosecution was led by Senior

Two Injured in Homestead Shooting Incident

Two injured in homestead shooting incident

Two Injured in Homestead Shooting Incident

**Homestead, PA** – The Allegheny County Police Department’s General Investigations and Homicide Units responded to a call for assistance regarding a shooting in Homestead.

On Wednesday at 5:41 p.m., County 9-1-1 received a report of shots fired at a residence in the 1700 block of McClure Street. First responders found a man with a lower leg injury sustained from jumping out of a window during the incident, but he was not hit by gunfire. The victim was transported to a hospital in stable condition by EMS.

Shortly after, another individual with two gunshot wounds, one to the face and one to the abdomen, arrived at a local hospital by private means. This person stated they were shot at the same Homestead location. They are currently in stable condition. Detectives have begun an investigation, with initial findings indicating that the man who jumped from the window was exchanging gunfire with the other individual.

Law enforcement requests that anyone with information about the incident contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers have the option to remain anonymous. Information in this report is preliminary and may change

Teacher’s Aide Charged After Alleged Assault on Special Needs Student

Teacher's aide charged after alleged assault on special needs student

Teacher’s Aide Charged After Alleged Assault on Special Needs Student

**White Oak, PA** – A teacher’s aide has been charged following an incident at Francis McClure Elementary School in White Oak, according to the Allegheny County Police Department. The General Investigations Unit investigated a report alleging the aide assaulted a 5-year-old male student with special needs.

The investigation determined the incident happened on the playground on November 7 at around 11:45 a.m. Video footage shows the aide, identified as 53-year-old Amy Kevicki, grabbing the child by the neck and pushing him to the ground. Kevicki then ignored the child and walked towards the building. No injuries were reported.

After working with the district attorney’s office, detectives have charged Kevicki with misdemeanor simple assault, misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child, and summary harassment.

Woman Arrested on Multiple Warrants Including Child Assault Charge

Woman arrested on multiple warrants including child assault charge

Woman Arrested on Multiple Warrants Including Child Assault Charge

**Pittsburgh, PA** – The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a woman with addresses in Pittsburgh and Irwin. The woman, Carley Johnson, was apprehended on warrants including an aggravated assault charge involving a child.

Carley Johnson, 27, has been a fugitive since April after not appearing in Westmoreland County Court for robbery and simple assault charges. She also faces charges from Mt. Lebanon for prostitution, a theft charge from West Mifflin, and an aggravated assault charge in Pittsburgh where the victim is a 2-year-old boy.

Detectives received information this week leading to Johnson’s location in the West End of Pittsburgh. On Thursday, at approximately 8:30 a.m., detectives approached a residence on Crucible Street.

Upon entry, they found Johnson hiding under a stack of blankets. She was taken into custody without incident and is now in the Allegheny County Jail.

Turtle Creek Man Captured for Probation Violation

Turtle creek man captured for probation violation

Turtle Creek Man Captured for Probation Violation

**Pittsburgh, PA** – A Turtle Creek man, Ramon Whitley, has been apprehended on a bench warrant for probation violation, according to an announcement by Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus.

Whitley, 28, had been a fugitive since May following the issuance of a warrant related to a 2021 guilty plea. The charges stemmed from a minor traffic accident in Penn Hills, witnessed by two Allegheny County Police detectives. During the subsequent pursuit, Whitley allegedly pointed a gun at the detectives before his initial arrest.

Recent information led detectives to believe Whitley was residing with his child’s mother in McKeesport. On Tuesday morning, as detectives approached, Whitley attempted to flee via a back door. He was subsequently captured without further incident and taken to Allegheny County Jail.

Vehicle Collision Claims Womans Life in Monroeville

Vehicle collision claims womans life in monroeville

Vehicle Collision Claims Life in Monroeville

**Monroeville, PA** – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit and Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to a vehicle collision in Monroeville on Thursday.

The incident occurred at 11:58 PM on William Penn Highway’s 3700 block. A Nissan Pathfinder hit a Toyota Rav 4, each carrying two adult occupants.

All four individuals were transported to nearby hospitals. Three adults are reported to be in stable condition, while a female passenger from the Pathfinder was pronounced deceased.

Detectives have begun investigating the incident, with preliminary information indicating both vehicles were heading west when the impact occurred. Authorities urge anyone with information to call the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS, where calls can be made anonymously.

Shooting Incident Under Investigation in Natrona Heights

Shell casings

Shooting Incident Under Investigation in Natrona Heights

**Natrona Heights, PA** – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Park Avenue.

On Monday at 12:50 PM, County 9-1-1 received a report of a shooting in the 300 block of Park Avenue. An adult male was found at the scene with gunshot wounds and was transported to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Detectives are currently leading the investigation into the incident.

Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. The public can provide information anonymously.

The police department has stated that the details of the incident are subject to change as the investigation continues. Updates will be provided through their social media channels as more information becomes available.

Pittsburgh Man with Multiple Warrants Taken into Custody

Pittsburgh man with multiple warrants taken into custody

Pittsburgh Man with Multiple Warrants Taken into Custody

**PITTSBURGH, PA** – On Thursday, Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus announced the arrest of Khalil Taylor, a Pittsburgh man wanted on multiple warrants. Taylor, 29, had been a fugitive since May 2023, with probation violation bench warrants related to escape and firearms violations.

Taylor also had active arrest warrants for terroristic threats in Pittsburgh and simple assault in Pitcairn. Detectives gathered information this week about Taylor’s location at a residence on Heart Court in Homewood. They arrived at the residence shortly before 8:00 a.m. Thursday and arrested Taylor without incident.

Following the arrest, detectives obtained a search warrant for the residence. They recovered suspected hallucinogenic mushrooms and a Glock handgun. Taylor is now in the Allegheny County Jail facing new charges, including two firearms violations and two possession counts.

Pittsburgh Police Announce Multiple Gun Arrests

Pittsburgh police car. File photo.

Pittsburgh Police Conduct Multiple Gun Arrests

**Pittsburgh, PA** – Officers of the Downtown Public Safety Center conducted three separate gun-related arrests in the Central Business District on Wednesday.

Eugene Camp, 21, faced charges of receiving stolen property, carrying a firearm without a license, and evading arrest on foot. He is currently held at the Allegheny County Jail.

In addition to Camp, a juvenile male and a juvenile female were detained. The police report indicates that two firearms were recovered during these arrests.

Further details can be found on the official Pittsburgh government website.

Paraprofessional Charged After Striking 10-Year-Old Special Needs Student at Sto-Rox Upper Elementary School

Paraprofessional charged after striking 10-year-old special needs student at sto-rox upper elementary school

**Incident at Sto-Rox Upper Elementary Leads to Charges**

**Pittsburgh, PA** – The Allegheny County Police have pressed charges against an adult paraprofessional following an incident at Sto-Rox Upper Elementary.

On Monday, the police department’s General Investigations Unit received a ChildLine report regarding a contractor. The contractor, employed at Sto-Rox Upper Elementary, allegedly struck a 10-year-old student with special needs.

The investigation revealed that the incident occurred on Thursday. Video evidence shows the student in the hallway when London Simmons, aged 31, allegedly opened a door into her, causing her to fall and break her glasses. Witnesses reportedly saw Simmons leave the scene without offering help, and the student suffered a minor eye injury.

After discussions with the district attorney’s office, charges were filed against Simmons. She faces endangering the welfare of a child and simple assault, both misdemeanors.

Sex Offender Warrant Leads Police to Pounds of Weed

Sex offender warrant leads police to pounds of weed

Duquesne Man Faces Drug Charges After Search for Sex Offender

**Pittsburgh, PA** – A search for a wanted sex offender led to the confiscation of multiple pounds of suspected marijuana and other drugs. Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus announced the developments concerning a Duquesne man facing several drug charges.

Detectives from the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office learned that Andre Gray, 58, who was wanted for failing to register as a sex offender, might be at a residence on Auriles Street. On Thursday evening, detectives encountered Mareio Gray, 45, at the location. Mareio told them that Andre did not live there but allowed them to search the premises.

While searching, detectives observed bags of suspected marijuana, hallucinogenic mushrooms, and other drug paraphernalia in plain view. After concluding that Andre Gray was not present, detectives secured the property and obtained a search warrant to investigate further.

Upon executing the search warrant, authorities confiscated over six pounds of suspected marijuana and a half pound of suspected hallucinogenic mushrooms, along with other items. Mareio Gray was taken to the Allegheny County Jail and charged with multiple drug offenses. Andre Gray was later found at a relative’s residence on Wool Street and

Stabbing Incident Under Investigation in Whitehall Borough

Police car at the scene of a criminal related incident

Stabbing Incident Under Investigation in Whitehall Borough

**Pittsburgh, PA** – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a reported stabbing in Whitehall Borough. The incident occurred Sunday evening, with County 9-1-1 receiving notification at 6:39 p.m.

First responders arrived at the 1600 block of Skyline Drive and discovered a 37-year-old woman with an apparent stab wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. Detectives are now conducting the investigation.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Tipsters may remain anonymous.

Officials have stated that the information is preliminary and could change. Any new details will be shared through social media.