One dead, three injured in shooting outside Allentown nightclub

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — One person was killed and three others were injured in a shooting early Sunday morning outside the BKK Lounge, police said. Officers and paramedics responded to the nightclub at…

Allentown police investigating noose-like object found on desk at City Hall

ALLENTOWN, Pa. – The Allentown Police Department has launched an investigation after a noose-like object was found on an employee’s desk at City Hall early Friday morning. Police were notified of the…

Allentown police seek suspect in connection to two armed robberies

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Police are investigating two armed robberies at small businesses that occurred in Allentown between late November and early December, authorities said Wednesday. The robberies, which took place between November…

Armed Carjacking Leads to Arrest in Allentown

Armed Carjacking Leads to Arrest in Allentown **Allentown, PA** - On Thursday, the Allentown Police Department responded to an armed carjacking incident around 4:16 PM near the intersection of North 14th Street…

Allentown man charged with attempted murder in New Year’s Eve shooting

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A 52-year-old Allentown man has been charged with attempted murder and several other offenses in connection with a New Year’s Eve shooting that left a woman injured, Monmouth County…

Man accused in Emmaus stabbing found dead in Allentown creek

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A Bethlehem man charged with stabbing his girlfriend during a domestic dispute in Emmaus was found dead last week in Jordan Creek, authorities said. Daniel Leibensperger, 35, had been…

Police issue 22 speeding tickets during joint operation on American Parkway

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The Allentown Police Traffic Safety Unit and Pennsylvania State Police issued 22 speeding tickets during a joint enforcement operation on American Parkway on December 10, authorities said. The operation,…

Two Allentown men arrested in attempted murder following Jordan Street shooting

ALLENTOWN, PA — Two men have been charged with attempted murder and related offenses following a shooting early Wednesday morning that left a man critically injured, according to the Lehigh County District…

Police bust Allentown chop shop operator

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A man from Easton has been arrested in connection with a chop shop operation that led to the recovery of 10 stolen vehicles, according to District Attorney Gavin P.…

Allentown DA Concludes Police Shooting at Dominican Festival Justified

Allentown, PA District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan announced the conclusion of the investigation into a recent officer-involved shooting at the Dominican Festival in Allentown on Aug. 25. The DA determined that the…

Lehigh County coroner releases details in Allentown murder-suicide

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office has released the identities and causes of death in an apparent murder-suicide that occurred on September 5 in Allentown. Livi E. Beltran Fernandez was…

Police Seeking Puppy Stolen at Allentown Basketball Tournament

ALLENTOWN, PA — The Allentown Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance regarding a case of puppy theft in the area. The incident occurred during a basketball tournament at Valania Park on…

Allentown Man Arrested Following Domestic Disturbance and Gunfire Incident

Allentown, PA — On Friday, July 26, at 8:47 a.m., officers with the Allentown Police Department responded to a home in the 500 block of North 13th Street following a report of…

Allentown Man Arrested for February Murder

ALLENTOWN, PA — The Allentown Police Department and District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan announced the arrest of Roberto Gonzalez for his involvement in a homicide that took place on February 17, 2024.…

Allentown Police Release Body Cam in Violent Arrest During Domestic Call

ALLENTOWN, PA — District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan announced the release of body camera footage related to a use of force incident by Allentown Police Officers. The incident, which took place on…

What Is That Police Helicopter Flying Over Allentown?

Allentown Enhances Public Safety Through State Police Partnership ALLENTOWN, PA — The Allentown Police Department, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), has launched a new initiative aimed at bolstering public…

Allentown Police Apprehend Wanted Suspect After Rooftop Chase

ALLENTOWN, PA—A dramatic pursuit unfolded in Allentown on Monday, June 10, when local police officers spotted a wanted man in the 600 block of N. 9th St. The individual, identified as 25-year-old…

Allentown Police Officer Suffers Medical Episode During Arrest

ALLENTOWN, PA – An Allentown Police Department officer suffered a medical episode on Monday, June 10, while attempting to apprehend a wanted individual on the 600 block of N. 9th St. The…

Allentown Police Click It or Ticket Campaign Underway

ALLENTOWN, PA—The Allentown Police Department’s Traffic Unit is actively working with the Pennsylvania State Police and the Highway Safety Network Region 3 on multiple traffic enforcement initiatives aimed at improving road safety…

Charges Filed in the Death of a 3-Year-Old Boy in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – The Allentown Police Department has announced that Jose Hilario Abreu faces multiple felony charges following the tragic death of a 3-year-old boy. District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan disclosed that…

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