Man accused of setting Pinecrest Lake townhouse fire while ‘killing spiders,’ police say

TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, PA – A bizarre and destructive fire tore through a row of townhomes in the Pinecrest Lake community LSDY Monday evening after police say a resident repeatedly set small fires…

Lakewood police to increase patrols after U.S. attack on Iran

LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Police Department announced enhanced patrols throughout the township this week as global tensions rise between Israel and Iran. While officials emphasize that there are no known threats…

Multiple suspects face court after Cumberland police sweep

Multiple arrests made in Cumberland for failure to appear and assault cases CUMBERLAND, MD — A series of bench warrants, assault complaints, and a theft investigation led to multiple arrests and summonses…

Baltimore Police arrest six suspects, including five juveniles, in string of convenience store thefts

Officers say group targeted three businesses on Belair Road, stealing snacks and toiletries before assaulting an employee. Baltimore, Md. – Baltimore Police announced multiple arrests following a series of thefts and a…

Newark Police ask for public’s help identifying suspect in Wendy’s burglary

Newark, N.J. – Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr. is asking for the public’s assistance identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a business burglary that occurred early Monday morning, February…

Ocean City police seek help identifying vandals in overnight burglaries

Investigators say multiple incidents occurred between 118th and 130th Streets during the late hours of February 21. Ocean City, Md. – The Ocean City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance…

Ocean City Police Department set to move headquarters next week

Temporary relocation will allow for replacement of the department’s 100-year-old Central Avenue building Ocean City, N.J. – For the first time in its history, the Ocean City Police Department is packing up…

Utica Police arrest two suspects, including 13-year-old, in armed robbery of student

Investigators say the pair robbed a juvenile walking home from school and displayed a handgun during the incident. Utica, N.Y. – Two suspects, one of them just 13 years old, have been…

Secaucus police arrest Linden man after road rage incident involving handgun

Detectives say the 51-year-old suspect pointed a .50 caliber Desert Eagle at another driver before fleeing the scene. Secaucus, N.J. – A Linden man is facing multiple felony charges after police say…

Police searching for three women after violent outburst at New Jersey Wendy’s drive-thru

Investigators say the suspects broke a window, damaged property, and attempted to assault employees before fleeing the scene. Ewing, N.J. – Police are searching for three Trenton women accused of vandalizing and…

Utica police searching for owner of German Shepherd found on Scott Street

The department asks residents to call if they recognize the dog or know who it belongs to. Utica, N.Y. – The Utica Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating…

North Tonawanda man indicted after police find cache of illegal firearms during assault investigation

Investigators say more than a dozen illegal weapons were seized following a domestic assault probe that began in November. North Tonawanda, N.Y. – The North Tonawanda Police Department announced the indictment of…

Virginia Beach police use ShotSpotter alert to arrest armed suspect on Lynnhaven Parkway

Real-time technology helped officers locate and disarm a man after gunfire was detected early Sunday morning. Virginia Beach, Va. – A ShotSpotter alert helped Virginia Beach police quickly locate and charge a…

New Jersey State Police renew search for missing Bridgeton man last seen near Mannington hospital

Investigators continue efforts one year after 21-year-old Kevin Collins Jr. disappeared from Inspira Medical Center. Mannington Township, N.J. – The New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit and Troop “A” Woodstown Station…

Driver flees Route 70 crash then found at Wawa with drugs and warrants police say

Fleeing driver caught near Route 70 convenience store MEDFORD, NJ — A single car slammed into a utility pole on Route 70 Thursday afternoon, but when police arrived the driver was gone,…

Allegheny County police seize stolen rifle, fentanyl, cocaine, and cash in Penn Hills raid

Two suspects were detained after detectives uncovered large quantities of narcotics and a stolen firearm during a morning search. Penn Hills, Pa. – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence…

Police search for suspect who attacked woman with umbrella on Manhattan’s Upper East Side

A 24-year-old woman was struck in the back with an umbrella in a random assault on First Avenue Friday afternoon, police said. New York, N.Y. – The NYPD is asking for the…

Maryland Natural Resources Police ensure Chesapeake Bay shellfish remain safe after Potomac spill

State environmental agencies confirm Maryland oysters and other seafood meet federal safety standards following recent sewage spill concerns. Annapolis, Md. – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police (NRP) announced that shellfish…

Manchester Police Rally Community to Help 11-Year-Old Miles Win Adaptive Bike

Manchester Township, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department is calling on the community to help 11-year-old Miles Zimerla win an adaptive jogging bike through the Great Bike Giveaway, a national program…

Dover Police blast false ICE rumors after apartment raid

Police shut down false ICE and National Guard rumors after Dover apartment raid DOVER, DE — A heavy law enforcement presence at Country Club Apartments sparked social media claims of ICE agents…

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