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Unsolved homicide investigation unfolds in Swissvale

Swissvale, PA A home invasion turned deadly on December 14 when police discovered a male with multiple gunshot wounds. Authorities identified the victim as 42-year-old Matthew Bernard, who died at the scene.

Officers responded to a report around 10:10 PM at an apartment on Dickson Street. The victim was found shortly after family members were contacted to check on the residence.

Bernard was known to visit the apartment. The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is seeking information from the community to identify those responsible for his death.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Allegheny County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

Cumberland police arrest three in separate incidents

Cumberland, MD The Cumberland Police Department executed an arrest warrant on January 3 for Jacob Haines following an incident believed to have happened the previous day. The arrest stemmed from a report of an assault that left an alleged victim with injuries.

Police officers responded to the first block of Arch Street at approximately 12:47 AM on January 2. After an investigation, charges were filed against Haines who was arrested and later remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond.

Haines, 36, faces charges of first and second-degree assault.

Separately, police conducted a traffic stop on E. Fourth Street at Grand Avenue on January 3 at approximately 4:39 PM and arrested Russell Sasser Jr.

A Police K-9 alerted officers to the odor of drugs in Sasser’s vehicle. He was found to have a controlled dangerous substance in his possession, issued a criminal citation, and released pending trial.

Sasser, 45, faces charges related to possessing a controlled substance not involving cannabis.

In another incident later that day, officers stopped Robert Whitacre III on Maryland Avenue at approximately 10:02 PM.

A search of his vehicle revealed suspected methamphetamine.

Whitacre, 36, was issued a criminal citation and released pending trial on similar charges.

Shots fired in Magnolia prompt police investigation

Magnolia, DE

Delaware State Police are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred early Friday morning. At approximately 9:30 a.m., troopers responded to the 100 block of Whitetail Lane after receiving reports of gunfire.

Upon arrival, troopers located shell casings in the roadway in front of a residence. No injuries were reported, and no homes were struck by the gunfire.

Preliminary investigation indicates that around 2:00 a.m., a dark-colored SUV passed by the residence and discharged multiple rounds toward the home before fleeing the scene.

The Delaware State Police Troop 3 Criminal Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate this incident.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective I. Hitchens at 302-698-8503. Tips can also be submitted via private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is available 24 hours a day to provide support through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1. Individuals may also email the Victim Services Unit for assistance.