Christmas Eve

Man charged with fatally stabbing mother at Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve

MINEOLA, NY — A 27-year-old man has been indicted on murder and weapons charges after allegedly stabbing his mother to death in her Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve, according to the Nassau…

January 21, 2025

Massapequa man indicted for fatally stabbing mother on Christmas Eve

MINEOLA, N.Y. — A Nassau County man has been indicted on murder and weapons charges for allegedly stabbing his mother to death in her Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve, prosecutors announced. Jeremy…

January 18, 2025

Newark police seek two women for questioning in Christmas Eve shooting

NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two women wanted for questioning in connection with an aggravated assault investigation. Tina Riggsbee, 36,…

January 11, 2025

Dad arrested for Christmas Eve murder of four-year-old son in Baltimore triple shooting

BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore County police have charged 30-year-old Mark Jones in connection with the fatal shooting of his four-year-old son, Jacobi Jones, and the shooting of two others during a domestic…

December 29, 2024

Maryland man turned holy water into whiskey at Christmas Eve services

LEONARDTOWN, MD — A St. Mary’s County man faces multiple charges after disrupting Christmas Eve services at two local churches, where he disturbed parishioners, threw objects, and allegedly threatened to harm attendees,…

December 27, 2024

14-year-old boy dies after Christmas Eve shooting in Dover

DOVER, DE — A 14-year-old boy who was critically injured in a Christmas Eve shooting in Dover has died, police confirmed Friday. The victim, identified as Juwan Walker of Dover, was shot…

December 27, 2024

Christmas Eve stabbing spree at Grand Central leaves victims stranded without help as Penny Effect takes hold

NEW YORK — If you ride the New York City subway system, don’t expect anyone to help you if you’re getting attacked. They’re calling it the “Penny Effect,” where once-ready bystanders who…

December 26, 2024

Annapolis police investigate series of thefts from vehicles on Christmas Eve

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Annapolis police are investigating a series of thefts from vehicles that occurred on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with multiple reports of stolen property from unsecured cars across the…

December 26, 2024

Man killed in Christmas Eve hit-and-run in Northeast D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A man was struck and killed by a car on Christmas Eve in Northeast Washington, D.C., as the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, according…

December 26, 2024

Deadly Christmas Eve double shooting leaves one dead and another injured in Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MD – One man is dead and another injured following an early-morning shooting on Christmas Eve in Baltimore’s Northwest District, prompting a homicide investigation. At approximately 1:01 a.m. on December 24,…

December 26, 2024

New Jersey Wakes Up to a White Christmas Eve

TRENTON, NJ – Break out the hot cocoa because it’s a white Christmas Eve in the Garden State! Snow will blanket parts of the region this morning, possibly mixing with some rain…

December 24, 2024

It Could Be A White Christmas in New Jersey as Snow to Pass State Christmas Eve

New Jersey might experience a picturesque white Christmas this year, as light snow is forecast to move through the state on Christmas Eve. The current weather offers a chilly but bright start…

December 23, 2024

State police arrest fugitive in 2021 Talbot County Christmas Eve homicide

TRAPPE, Md. — Maryland State Police have arrested a fugitive wanted in connection with the 2021 murder of Marta Merina, a 33-year-old woman from Trappe, Maryland. The accused, identified as Ibarra Juarez,…

October 23, 2024

Virginia Carpenter Strikes $125,000 Lottery Prize on Christmas Eve

Carrollton, VA – In a festive turn of events, James Jones, III, from Virginia, hit the jackpot by winning the $125,000 top prize of the Holiday Cash 20X Scratch-Off game. The lucky…

February 11, 2024

Man Who Groped Teen Girl on Christmas Eve on NYC Subway Train Identified

NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is requesting public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a forcible touching incident. The incident occurred on Sunday, December 24,…

January 25, 2024

Second Suspect in Christmas Eve ATM Burglary Arrested in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH, PA – Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus of the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 66-year-old Dominic Troiani of McKees Rocks, the second suspect in a Christmas Eve ATM burglary.…

January 6, 2024

Raleigh Resident Celebrates $200,000 Lottery Win on Christmas Eve

RALEIGH, NC — December 28, 2023, brought a festive twist for Edisson Garcia Vargas, a Raleigh resident, who won a $200,000 scratch-off prize during a family game on Christmas Eve. Vargas’s winning…

December 29, 2023

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Newtown Christmas Eve Standoff Ends Peacefully, Suspect in Custody

NEWTOWN, CT – A tense standoff in Newtown ended without further incident early Sunday, Dec. 25, following a shooting at a Boggs Hill Road residence. Newtown Police responded to a dispute call…

December 26, 2023

NYPD Seeking Christmas Eve Subway Flasher

NEW YORK, NY – A disturbing incident was reported at the 145 Street train station on Sunday, December 24, at around 7:55 AM. A 25-year-old female commuter encountered an unknown male exhibiting…

December 25, 2023

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Man Found Shot Inside Vehicle on Christmas Eve

UTICA, NY – Utica Police and Fire units responded to a shooting at the intersection of Burrstone Rd and Sunset Ave, where a gunshot victim was found inside a vehicle. The incident…

December 25, 2023

Baltimore Police Investigate Christmas Eve Morning Shooting

BALTIMORE, MD – On December 24, at approximately 10:49 a.m., Baltimore police officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of North Montford Avenue following a ShotSpotter alert. Upon arrival, officers found a…

December 25, 2023

Hackensack Police Apprehend Suspicious Suspect in Christmas Eve Operation

HACKENSACK, NJ – In a light-hearted Christmas Eve operation, the Hackensack Police Department announced the successful apprehension of “The Grinch.” This whimsical announcement ensures that Santa can safely deliver presents without any…

December 25, 2023

One Dead in Maryland Christmas Eve Fire

ALLEGANY COUNTY, MD – A fatal dwelling fire at 16 Lee Street in Frostburg resulted in the death of one person. The incident, which occurred on December 24, is currently under investigation…

December 25, 2023

Man Shot and Killed Christmas Eve in Harlem

NEW YORK, NY – A 23-year-old man was fatally shot on Amsterdam Avenue, prompting an ongoing police investigation. The New York Police Department responded to a 911 call at approximately 5:47 PM…

December 25, 2023

Pope laments war in Holy Land on solemn Christmas Eve

By Nidal al-Mughrabi, Bassam Masoud and Dan Williams CAIRO/GAZA/JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Pope Francis lamented war in the land of the birth of Jesus on Sunday, where Christmas Eve brought only fresh bloodshed and…

December 24, 2023

Man charged with fatally stabbing mother at Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve

Massapequa man indicted for fatally stabbing mother on Christmas Eve

Newark police seek two women for questioning in Christmas Eve shooting

Dad arrested for Christmas Eve murder of four-year-old son in Baltimore triple shooting

Maryland man turned holy water into whiskey at Christmas Eve services

14-year-old boy dies after Christmas Eve shooting in Dover

Christmas Eve stabbing spree at Grand Central leaves victims stranded without help as Penny Effect takes hold

Annapolis police investigate series of thefts from vehicles on Christmas Eve

Man killed in Christmas Eve hit-and-run in Northeast D.C.

Deadly Christmas Eve double shooting leaves one dead and another injured in Baltimore

New Jersey Wakes Up to a White Christmas Eve

State police arrest fugitive in 2021 Talbot County Christmas Eve homicide

Virginia Carpenter Strikes $125,000 Lottery Prize on Christmas Eve

Man Who Groped Teen Girl on Christmas Eve on NYC Subway Train Identified

Second Suspect in Christmas Eve ATM Burglary Arrested in Pittsburgh

Raleigh Resident Celebrates $200,000 Lottery Win on Christmas Eve

Newtown Christmas Eve Standoff Ends Peacefully, Suspect in Custody

NYPD Seeking Christmas Eve Subway Flasher

Man Found Shot Inside Vehicle on Christmas Eve

Baltimore Police Investigate Christmas Eve Morning Shooting

Hackensack Police Apprehend Suspicious Suspect in Christmas Eve Operation

One Dead in Maryland Christmas Eve Fire

Man Shot and Killed Christmas Eve in Harlem

Pope laments war in Holy Land on solemn Christmas Eve

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