Fugitive Wanted for Murder Captured in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA — In a significant development, the Allentown Police Department, in coordination with District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan, announced the arrest of John Albert Garner in connection with a homicide that…

Police Seek Identification of Suspect in Wawa Theft

ALLENTOWN, PA — Authorities are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a theft at a Wawa convenience store. On March 7, 2024, the individual in question entered the…

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Allentown Shooting Leaves Four Injured; Suspect in Custody

Allentown, PA – District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan announced the arrest of Axel Yadiel Suarez-Vidal following a shooting incident on February 20, 2024, in Allentown, which resulted in four people being injured.…

Two Arrested in 2020 Unsolved Murder Case in Allentown

Allentown, PA – District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan announced the arrest of Jose and Latasha Santiago regarding a 2020 Allentown murder and robbery. The couple was apprehended today by the Allentown Police…

Fugitive Wanted for Double Murder Sought in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – A press conference held at the Lehigh County courthouse by District Attorney Gavin Holihan announced charges against Gabriel Cartagena in a double homicide case. The Allentown Police Department has…

Police Investigating After Man Shot Multiple Times in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – The Allentown Police Department is actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Thursday. At approximately 10:47 PM, officers were called to the 300 block of East Hamilton Street.…

Fugitive Wanted for Killing Grandmother and 1-Year-Old Child Armed and Dangerous in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA — The Allentown Police Department is searching for Gabriel Cartagena, 43, in connection with the shooting deaths of a 1-year-old child and a grandmother. District Attorney Gavin Holihan announced charges…

Allentown Student Arrested After Bringing Gun to School

ALLENTOWN, PA – On Tuesday, the collaborative effort between the Allentown Police Department and Allentown School District security led to the apprehension of a student for firearm possession at Dieruff High School.…

Drugs, Guns Seized in Raid on Suspected Drug Dealers in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – On Tuesday, an operation led by detectives from the Vice & Intelligence Unit and members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) was conducted in the 300 block of N.…

Former Police Officer Sentenced to 5 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Child Sex Abuse Materials

FLORENCE, S.C. — Douglas Perdick, 47, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distribution of child sex abuse materials. Evidence presented to the Court showed…

Allentown Man Facing Federal Charges For Armed Robbery Spree

PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Rubiel Perez, 29, of Allentown, Pennsylvania was arrested and charged by Indictment with two counts of Hobbs Act robbery, one count of…

Man Charged for POinting Gun During Incident in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – The Allentown Police Department made an arrest following a domestic disturbance report in the 900 block of Chew Street. Lloyd Saunders, a 44-year-old with no fixed address, was apprehended…

Stabbing Incident at Family Dollar Leads to Arrest in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – On November 23, the Allentown Police Department responded to a stabbing incident at the Family Dollar store located at 1401 Allen St. The suspect, Raphael Garcia, 28, with no…

Allentown Police Arrest in Connection with Shots Fired Incident

ALLENTOWN, PA – The Allentown Police Department reported the arrest of Jose Villafane-Santiago, 21, following a shots fired incident on Friday. Officers responded to the 100 block of West Tilghman Street at…

Three Men Arrested in Allentown for Trespassing and Weapons Charges

ALLENTOWN, PA – On Tuesday, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers from the Allentown Police Department’s 1st Platoon were called to the Unit Block of S 14th Street due to reports of trespassers.…

Allentown Police Respond to Bomb Threat at Synagogue

ALLENTOWN, PA – On Thursday, members of the Allentown Police Department were called to the Congregation Kenneth Israel at 2227 Chew St. following reports of a bomb threat. the incident occurred at…

Woman Arrested For Stabbing in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – A stabbing occurred on Saturday, around 8:05 am, to which Allentown Police officers responded. The incident transpired on the 500 block of North Lumber Street, where officers found a…

35-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shot in Allentown

ALLENTOWN, PA – Early Friday morning, Allentown police officers responded to a shooting report on the 600 block of North Law Street. At around 2 am, upon arrival, they discovered a 35-year-old…

Deadly Shooting in Allentown Leaves Woman Dead

ALLENTOWN, PA – In the early hours of Friday, at around 2:00 am, Allentown Police were alerted to a shooting on the 600 Block of North Law Street. Upon reaching the scene,…

Allentown Vice Unit Announces Multiple Arrests

ALLENTOWN, PA – On Monday, the Allentown Police Vice Unit, in conjunction with members of the 3rd and 4th Platoon, made several arrests while conducting street-level surveillance operations. Weapons, drugs, and other…

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