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New Jersey man sentenced to 9 years in New York armed robbery

Breaking Local News ReportApril 23, 20250

GOSHEN, N.Y. — A New Jersey man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for his role in a 2023 armed robbery in Port Jervis, Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced Tuesday. Shaheem Hill, 28, of Hamburg, New Jersey, was sentenced on April 16 in Orange County Court after previously pleading guilty to robbery in the second degree. His sentence includes five years of post-release supervision. According to court records and statements, Hill and a co-defendant approached a victim at approximately 3:45 a.m. on December 30, 2023, on Ball Street in Port Jervis. The pair displayed what

Trio of armed teens robs 15-year-old in broad daylight in Crotona Park

Breaking Local News ReportApril 23, 20250

BRONX, N.Y. — The NYPD is searching for three suspects who allegedly robbed a 15-year-old boy at gunpoint and knifepoint inside Crotona Park on Friday afternoon. According to police, the incident took place at approximately 2:58 p.m. within the confines of the 42nd Precinct. Authorities said the teenager was walking in the park when three unidentified males approached him. Two of the suspects allegedly brandished black firearms, while the third displayed a knife. Working in concert, the trio forcibly removed the teen’s Carhartt vest, an Essentials hooded sweatshirt, and a laundromat card before fleeing on foot, police said. The victim

iPhone tracking leads D.C. cops to teen suspects after Capitol Hill armed robbery

Local News ReportApril 22, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A stolen iPhone led officers to two suspects accused of an armed robbery on Capitol Hill, ending the chase just blocks from where the crime took place. The robbery unfolded Sunday night around 9 p.m. in the 100 block of 4th Street, Southeast, when two individuals allegedly approached a victim at gunpoint and demanded their belongings. The suspects fled on foot with the victim’s property, including an iPhone. Moments after the incident, the victim granted permission for officers to track the stolen phone. The device’s location, along with descriptions of the suspects, was quickly relayed to officers

Five armed suspects storm Dover home in late-night invasion; no injuries reported

Breaking Local News ReportApril 22, 20250

DOVER, DE — The Delaware State Police are investigating a home invasion that took place late Saturday night, when a group of five armed suspects forced their way into a Dover residence occupied by two adults and six children. Troopers responded to the 200 block of Greenview Drive around 10:12 p.m. on April 19 after receiving a report of a home invasion. A preliminary investigation determined that approximately five masked black male suspects forcibly entered the home and proceeded to ransack the interior before fleeing the scene. Authorities confirmed that no one inside the home was injured during the invasion.

Utica woman armed with steak knife charged after threatening officers during domestic dispute

Breaking Local News ReportApril 22, 20250

UTICA, N.Y. — A domestic dispute turned volatile early Monday when a Utica woman allegedly brandished a steak knife and threatened police officers responding to the scene, according to the Utica Police Department. Officers arrived at the location to find a man reporting that he and his girlfriend were in the midst of an ongoing argument. As officers attempted to engage with the woman, she became verbally aggressive and uncooperative. While efforts to de-escalate continued, the woman reportedly grabbed a steak knife and approached the officers in a threatening manner. Officers then drew a Taser as a precaution. With the

Armed duo robs Akron PNC Bank in broad daylight; suspects at large

Breaking Local News ReportApril 22, 20250

AKRON, OH — Police are searching for two suspects who robbed a PNC Bank at gunpoint Monday afternoon, making off with cash after threatening both a security guard and a bank teller, the Akron Police Department said. The aggravated robbery occurred around 1:50 p.m. on April 21 at the PNC Bank located at 676 E. Wilbeth Road. According to authorities, one suspect displayed a handgun and threatened the on-duty security guard while the second acted as a lookout during the robbery. Police said the armed suspect jumped over the counter, pointed the gun at a bank teller, and demanded cash.

Armed robbery suspect sought in Chesapeake convenience store heist

Breaking Local News ReportApril 21, 20250

CHESAPEAKE, VA — Police are searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery that took place on March 25 at a convenience store in the 2300 block of Border Road, the Chesapeake Police Department announced Wednesday. According to authorities, the individual shown in surveillance footage entered the store and committed the robbery before fleeing the scene. Details of the incident, including whether anyone was injured or what was stolen, have not been disclosed. Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP (1-888-562-5887), submit tips online at P3TIPS.com, or use the P3TIPS app. Public asked

Armed carjackers steal Toyota Rav4 in predawn heist on Taylor Street

Local News ReportApril 21, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two armed suspects stole a vehicle at gunpoint early Sunday morning in Northeast D.C., prompting a police investigation and a citywide lookout. Just after 4 a.m. on April 20, officers from the Metropolitan Police Department responded to the 400 block of Taylor Street, NE, following a report of a carjacking. The suspects were described as two Black males wearing all black clothing and armed with handguns. The stolen vehicle is a silver 2022 Toyota Rav4 with D.C. tags. Police have not released additional details about the incident, including whether the victim sustained injuries during the encounter. The

Utica man arrested after 13-hour SWAT standoff sparked by armed threat and racial slurs

Breaking Local News ReportApril 19, 20250

UTICA, NY — A 21-year-old Utica man was taken into custody Thursday morning after a prolonged SWAT standoff that began when he allegedly threatened a maintenance worker with a long gun and shouted racial slurs, police said. At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, Utica Police responded to 1013 West Street following a report of a menacing complaint involving a firearm. A contractor for the apartment complex told officers he approached a tenant to request that he lower loud music when the man became verbally aggressive. According to the victim, the tenant yelled racial slurs and returned to his

Teen suspect charged after being shot during Virginia Beach armed robbery

Breaking Local News ReportApril 17, 20250

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, April 17 — An 18-year-old Virginia Beach resident is facing multiple felony charges after police say he was shot by a victim during an attempted armed robbery earlier this week. The Virginia Beach Police Department responded to reports of gunfire in the 4100 block of Sassafras Court around 8:30 p.m. on Monday. Officers arriving at the scene found two individuals with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to local hospitals for treatment. Police have since identified one of the individuals, Josiah Spann, as the suspect in the incident. Spann has been charged with armed robbery, aggravated malicious wounding,

Armed robbery at DC 7-Eleven leads to arrest of 11 and 14 year olds

Local News ReportApril 16, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two young boys, ages 11 and 14, have been arrested and charged with robbery after allegedly targeting a 7-Eleven store on Benning Road in Northeast DC early Monday morning. Key Points Robbery unfolds during early morning store visit According to police, the two suspects entered the convenience store in the 2500 block of Benning Road NE shortly before 8 a.m. A witness stated that one of the boys asked about nacho prices, purchased a sweet tea, and left the store. The other suspect remained inside. That second boy reportedly asked a store employee for a bag before

Trio of armed robbers hold up man at knifepoint in Bronx subway station

Breaking Local News ReportApril 13, 20250

NEW YORK, NY — A 21-year-old man was robbed at knifepoint inside a Bronx subway station early Saturday morning after three men cornered him on a train platform and demanded his belongings, police said. Key Points Robbery on platform According to the NYPD, the incident occurred around 2:40 a.m. at the Fordham Road-Grand Concourse “B,D” subway station. The victim told police he was standing on the southbound platform when three unidentified men approached him. One of the suspects pulled out a knife, while another brandished a razor and demanded the victim’s property. The victim handed over his wallet, which contained

Woman wanted for questioning in Newark armed robbery

Breaking Local News ReportApril 10, 20250

NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a 25-year-old woman wanted for questioning in connection to an armed robbery earlier this week where a victim was forced to transfer money from his phone at gunpoint. Key Points Robbery occurred in North Ward Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr. said the robbery occurred on Monday, April 7, near North 5th Street and Dickerson Street. According to investigators, three suspects approached a man walking in the area and robbed him at gunpoint. The suspects took the victim’s cell phone and forced him to unlock it. Police

Loaded guns, drugs seized after armed confrontation at Rockville 7-Eleven

Breaking Local News ReportApril 10, 20250

ROCKVILLE, Md. — A man and woman were arrested Wednesday after a theft at a Rockville 7-Eleven escalated into a gun threat, prompting a rapid police response that resulted in the seizure of two firearms and a large quantity of marijuana, police said. Key Points Gun pulled during store theft At approximately 2:00 p.m. on April 9, Rockville City Police officers responded to a 7-Eleven located at 13251 Atlantic Avenue in the Twinbrook neighborhood. According to officials, two individuals were shoplifting from the convenience store when one of them, identified as Ricky Rene Sanchez, 31, pointed a handgun at a

Armed robbery suspect busted after brutal Columbia Heights attack

Local News ReportApril 9, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent armed robbery that left victims battered and shaken on a Northwest D.C. street last month. Key Points The incident took place at approximately 4:42 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26, when multiple suspects confronted victims on the 3100 block of Hiatt Place NW. The suspects physically assaulted the victims and struck one with a handgun before stealing property and fleeing the scene. Following an investigation, police arrested Orlin Lemus-Cruz of Northwest D.C. on Saturday, April 5. He has been formally charged with Robbery While Armed. Investigation into

Brooklyn bloodbath: NYPD shoots uncle armed with meat cleaver after four girls stabbed

Breaking Local News ReportApril 7, 20250

BROOKLYN, NY — A 49-year-old man was shot by police in Brooklyn on Sunday morning after allegedly stabbing four young girls, including his nieces, inside a home, authorities said. The NYPD identified the suspect as Long Chen, who was critically wounded after charging at officers with a blood-covered meat cleaver. Key Points Officers forced entry after hearing children screaming The call for help came from an 11-year-old girl inside the home, who told dispatchers that her uncle was stabbing her and her siblings. NYPD officers responded to the address and, upon arrival, forced their way inside after hearing screams. Inside,

Kearny police chase and arrest armed robbery suspect after foot pursuit into East Newark

Breaking Local News ReportApril 6, 20250

Robbery suspect with knife and stolen jewelry caught after Kearny police chase KEARNY, N.J. — A robbery suspect was arrested Thursday morning after leading multiple Kearny police officers on a foot chase that ended in East Newark, according to a press release from the Kearny Police Department. Key Points Around 10:50 a.m., Officer Ryan Wilson was flagged down near Halstead Street and Kearny Avenue by a robbery victim who reported being held up by a suspect on a bicycle. The suspect fled from Officer Wilson and discarded both his bike and outer layers of clothing, which were later recovered. Officer

Armed robbery suspect arrested during Atlantic City vehicle stop

Breaking Local News ReportApril 5, 20250

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A wanted man linked to a February gunpoint robbery was arrested Friday after Atlantic City detectives stopped a vehicle and discovered a loaded handgun inside. Key Points Detectives conducting surveillance on the 500 block of Wabash Avenue at 2:04 p.m. on Friday identified Isa Salaam as he exited a residence and got into the passenger side of a vehicle driven by Jailene Williams. The team of Detectives Eric Evans, Moustafa Maarouf, Troy Grams, and Jesse Oliver-Logan stopped the vehicle shortly after it departed. As Salaam exited the car, detectives quickly took him into custody without incident.

Armed suspect busted during laundry room marijuana session at New City apartment complex

Breaking Local News ReportApril 5, 20250

NEW CITY, N.Y. — A 24-year-old man with a warrant for weapons possession was arrested Wednesday afternoon after police found him and two others allegedly smoking marijuana inside the laundry room of a Rockland County apartment building. Key Points Trespassing call leads to firearm recovery Clarkstown Police officers were dispatched to the New City Garden Apartments at 160 N Main St around 12:45 p.m. following reports of trespassing and suspected marijuana use. Upon arrival, officers found three males sitting atop washing machines inside the complex’s laundry room, actively smoking marijuana. While conducting identification and warrant checks, police discovered that one

12-year-old arrested in armed carjacking after victim held at gunpoint in DC

Local News ReportApril 2, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC – A 12-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an armed carjacking that took place last summer in Northwest Washington, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The carjacking occurred on July 3, 2024, around 4:58 a.m., in the 2800 block of 11th Street, Northwest. Authorities say the suspect approached a victim standing near their vehicle, brandished a firearm, and demanded the car. The victim complied, and the suspect fled in the vehicle. After an investigation by detectives, the juvenile suspect — a male from Northeast DC — was taken into custody on April 1, 2025, under a

Armed and dangerous suspect wanted in Baltimore attempted murder

Local News ReportApril 2, 20250

BALTIMORE, MD – Police are searching for Christopher Brigerman, who is wanted in connection with an attempted first-degree murder that occurred on January 1 in the 2400 block of Saint Paul Street. The Baltimore Police Department considers Brigerman to be armed and dangerous. An open warrant has been issued for his arrest. The attempted murder is linked to a shooting that took place on New Year’s Day in the city’s Eastern District. Details surrounding the incident have not been publicly released. Authorities are urging anyone with information on Brigerman’s whereabouts to contact Eastern District shooting detectives at 410-396-2433. Anonymous tips

Teen suspect sought after armed carjacking in Southeast DC

Local News ReportMarch 29, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC — Authorities are searching for a teenage suspect after an armed carjacking took place Friday evening in Southeast DC, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The incident occurred shortly before 8:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of New Jersey Avenue, Southeast. Police said the suspect approached a victim with a handgun and stole their vehicle before fleeing the scene. A lookout was issued for a Black male, approximately 17 to 18 years old, around 5 feet 7 inches tall, wearing all black clothing. The suspect was last seen in the area of 1st and I Street, Northwest. The

Scooter heist ends in arrest of armed trio in DC

Local News ReportMarch 29, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC — A robbery involving a stolen scooter and firearms ended with the arrest of three suspects in Northeast DC after officers responded swiftly to the scene. Around 8:10 p.m. on Wednesday, a victim was riding a scooter in the 4900 block of Jay Street, Northeast, when approached by three individuals who displayed guns and demanded property. The suspects fled the scene with both the victim’s belongings and the scooter. Officers canvassed the area and quickly located the suspects. Police arrested 18-year-old Kasone Pimble and 19-year-old Mark Hudgens, both of Northeast DC, charging them with Armed Robbery. A third

Armed carjackers busted after aerial surveillance operation in D.C.

Local News ReportMarch 28, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two suspects, including a juvenile, were arrested this week after Metropolitan Police used aerial surveillance to track a carjacked vehicle linked to a pair of armed carjackings in Northeast D.C., officials announced Thursday. The first incident occurred late Tuesday night, March 25, at approximately 11:54 p.m. in the 900 block of 7th Street, Northeast. Police said the suspects approached a victim sitting in a vehicle. One suspect brandished a handgun and demanded the victim exit. Although they took personal property, the suspects were unsuccessful in stealing the vehicle. Just hours later, around 4:53 a.m. on March 26,

Armed suspects steal car after failed first try in Navy Yard

Local News ReportMarch 26, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police are searching for two suspects involved in an armed carjacking Tuesday afternoon in the Navy Yard neighborhood, after they first attempted to take a vehicle from one person before successfully stealing a second. The incident began around 3:29 p.m. on March 25 in the 400 block of K Street, Southeast. The first victim was exiting their vehicle when the suspects approached and demanded the car keys. The victim attempted to flag down a nearby motorist, prompting the suspects to flee without taking anything. Minutes later, the same suspects confronted a second victim at the intersection of