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Wilmington Crash Leads to Arrest for Vehicular Homicide

Wilmington crash leads to arrest for vehicular homicide

Wilmington Crash Leads to Arrest for Vehicular Homicide

**Wilmington, DE** – The Delaware State Police have arrested Marvis Branch, 58, of Wilmington, Delaware, in connection with a fatal head-on collision that occurred on Tuesday morning on I-495. The crash resulted in the death of a 43-year-old man from Bear, Delaware, who was driving a Toyota Corolla.

The accident happened around 12:22 a.m. when Branch, operating a 2004 Lexus RX300, was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of I-495 near Edgemoor Road. The Lexus, reportedly at high speed, collided head-on with the oncoming Toyota in the left lane.

The Toyota driver was declared dead at the scene. Authorities are withholding the individual’s identity until family members have been notified.

Branch was taken to a local hospital for injuries incurred in the accident. Law enforcement officers noted signs of impairment during their investigation. Branch faces charges including Vehicular Homicide 2nd Degree, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Driving on the Wrong Side of the Roadway, and Failure to Have Required Insurance. He has been detained on a $27,700 cash bond.

The collision caused a shutdown

Woman Arrested by Wellsville Police on Trespass and Resisting Charges

Woman arrested by wellsville police on trespass and resisting charges

Woman Arrested by Wellsville Police on Trespass and Resisting Charges

**WELLSVILLE, NY** – Wellsville Police arrested Holly L. Harrington, 50, of Angelica, for charges of Trespass and Resisting Arrest.

The arrest was linked to an incident on North Main Street. Harrington was subsequently processed and issued an appearance ticket.

She was released after the processing. Harrington is scheduled to appear in Wellsville Village Court on March 18 at 4:30 p.m.

Hawaii Man Admits to Sexual Abuse of Inmates

Hawaii man admits to sexual abuse of inmates

Hawaii Man Admits to Sexual Abuse of Inmates

**Honolulu, HI** – A Hawaii man, Mikael Rivera, has admitted to sexually abusing inmates under his supervision. Rivera, 47, was a correctional officer at the Federal Detention Center in Honolulu from around 2014 to 2018. Court documents reveal he engaged in non-consensual sexual acts with one inmate and committed sexually abusive conduct with two other inmates during his tenure.

Rivera has pleaded guilty to six counts of sexual abuse of a ward. He is due for sentencing on July 3 and could face up to 15 years in prison per count. A federal district court judge will determine the final sentence, considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and statutory factors.

The announcement was made by Supervisory Official Antoinette T. Bacon of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, Acting U.S. Attorney Ken Sorenson for the District of Hawaii, and Zachary Shroyer, Special Agent in Charge of the DOJ Office of the Inspector General’s Western Region.

The DOJ Office of the Inspector General leads the investigation, with assistance from the FBI. Nicole Lockhart, Trial Attorney in the Criminal Division’s Public Integrity Section, and Assistant U

Three Arrested for Animal Neglect in Middletown

Three arrested for animal neglect in middletown

Three Arrested During Middletown Police Search Warrant

**Middletown Township, PA** – The Middletown Township Police Department executed a search warrant on Friday at a residence on the 1600 block of Ramble Road. The operation resulted in the arrest of three individuals.

Michael DeSantis was taken into custody on a domestic assault warrant. Heather Winthers was arrested on a domestic relations warrant. Thomas Palaio was apprehended for failing to comply with Megan’s Law as a sexually violent predator and for a probation violation.

Upon entering the residence, officers identified dangerous living conditions. Immediate intervention from the Fire Marshal’s Office, Licensing and Inspection, as well as building zoning led to the house being condemned.

The SPCA and Middletown Township Police Animal Control Officer obtained a warrant to remove the animals found in the home. All three arrestees also face charges related to their failure to care for the animals. All parties were remanded to Bucks County Prison.

Morris County Authorities Break Major Drug Network

Morris county authorities break major drug network

Morris County Authorities Break Major Drug Network

**Morristown, NJ** – Morris County law enforcement announced the arrest of several individuals involved in a narcotics distribution network following a series of search warrants in Morristown. Tuesday’s joint investigation led to the arrest of eleven individuals and the confiscation of controlled dangerous substances, paraphernalia, and over $15,000 in cash.

The accused were part of a network allegedly distributing controlled substances throughout Morris County, with notable activity in Morristown. Search warrants were carried out on Tuesday at three residences on Orchard Street, Clyde Potts Drive, and Clyde Potts Court, as well as on five vehicles, by the MCPO Special Operations Division Tactical Team, the Morris County Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team, and the Morristown Police.

Among those arrested, Naire Burnett and Kasey Montilla faced charges as first-degree leaders of a narcotics trafficking network. Others, including Deshawn Turpin and Dayvon Rawls, were charged with employing a juvenile in a distribution scheme and conspiracy-related charges. Some suspects were released pending court appearances, while others remain detained at the Morris County Correctional Facility.

The investigation was supported by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Morris County Prosecut

Police Rescue Three-Year-Old Girl from Water, She’s Doing Alright Now

Police rescue three-year-old girl from water, she's doing alright now

3-Year-Old Girl Found in Water at Chesapeake Park

**CHESAPEAKE, VA** – On Thursday at approximately 10:22 a.m., Chesapeake Police responded to Oak Grove Lake Park following a report of a missing 3-year-old girl.

Officers commenced a large-scale search of the park and surrounding areas. At 11:20 a.m., the child was discovered in a nearby body of water and was in medical distress.

Life-saving measures were administered at the scene by officers. The child was subsequently transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.

The Chesapeake Police Department is currently investigating the incident. No further details have been released at this time.

Father Sentenced to 45 Years for Child Abuse of Daughter

Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

Man Sentenced to 45 Years for Child Abuse

**Freehold, NJ** – A Marlboro Township resident has been sentenced to 45 years in state prison. The sentencing follows the conviction for the sexual and physical abuse of his daughter over a period spanning more than six years.

Andrey V. Penkin, aged 51, will be required to serve at least 37 years of his sentence before becoming eligible for parole. This information was disclosed by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago.

The announcement took place on Friday, underscoring the severity of the crimes committed by Penkin. The prosecutor emphasized the gravity of the offenses and the extensive duration over which the abuse occurred.

Details regarding the exact timeline or other specifics surrounding the case have not been provided. However, the prosecution expressed intentions to ensure justice was served.

Montgomery County Woman Wins $50,000 on Lottery Scratch-Off

Montgomery county woman wins $50,000 on lottery scratch-off

Montgomery County Woman Wins $50,000 on Lottery Scratch-Off

**Germantown, MD** – A Montgomery County woman recently won $50,000 on the Mega Money scratch-off ticket.

The restaurant worker discovered her win through a $30 instant ticket, revealing multiple $5,000 and $500 prizes. This Germantown resident has expressed plans to deposit her winnings in a bank.

Her winning ticket was purchased at Sugarloaf Wine Cellar, located at 12955 Wisteria Drive in Germantown.

The Mega Money scratch-off game was launched in April and still has many prizes available, including five $50,000 second-tier prizes and multiple lower-tier prizes ranging from $30 to $5,000. Only one of the five $2 million top prizes has been claimed so far by a Southern Anne Arundel County resident.

Lusby Woman Sentenced for Impaired Driving and Child Neglect

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Lusby Woman Sentenced for Impaired Driving and Child Neglect

**Prince Frederick, MD** – Ronni Laine Davis, aged 34 and a resident of Lusby, was sentenced to eight years in prison at the Calvert County Circuit Court on March 3. Judge Mark S. Chandlee imposed the sentence, which includes 60 days of active incarceration followed by three years of supervised probation.

The charges arose from an incident on April 28 last year, when witnesses reported Davis driving erratically on MD Route 4 around 8:50 p.m. Her driving involved nearly hitting a guardrail and crossing into the median. Calvert County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene, noting signs of impairment and administering standard field sobriety tests, which Davis failed. At the time, she had four young children in the vehicle.

Davis was convicted of child neglect, possession of CDS (Oxycodone), and driving while impaired by drugs. Although it was her first offense related to impaired driving, the State prioritized a custodial sentence due to the presence of minors. Davis was handcuffed and taken directly to the Calvert County Detention Center to commence her sentence.

Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Rebecca N. Corder

Utica Police Charge Man with Drug Possession

Utica police charge man with drug possession

Utica Police Charge Man with Drug Possession

**UTICA, NY** – On February 28th at approximately 8:10 PM, officers from the Utica Police Department’s Crime Prevention Unit conducted a vehicle stop on Genesee Street near Bank Place for traffic violations under New York State laws.

During the stop, officers observed a corner knotted baggie on the passenger side floorboard, containing a substance appearing to be cocaine. The occupants were asked to exit the vehicle, and upon searching one of the passengers, identified as Tremayne Rigsbee, 47, additional baggies were found on his person.

Rigsbee was taken into custody and transported to the Utica Police Department. There, it was confirmed that the amount of narcotics found was at a felony level.

An investigator from the Special Investigations Unit charged Rigsbee with third-degree and seventh-degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Utica Police Arrest Local Man for Drug Possession

Utica police arrest local man for drug possession

Utica Police Arrest Local Man for Drug Possession

**UTICA, NY** – On Sunday at approximately 11:00 PM, officers from the Crime Prevention Unit of the Utica Police Department stopped several individuals on the 900 block of Oswego St.

During the stop, officers identified one individual with an outstanding warrant. This individual was taken into custody, and a search revealed a large quantity of suspected heroin in his possession.

The detainee, Angel Gonzalez, age 29, was transported to the Utica Police Department. An investigator from the Special Investigations Unit assessed the situation and confirmed the narcotics were at a felony level quantity.

Gonzalez has been charged with three counts: Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the third degree, fourth degree, and seventh degree.

Fatal Vehicle Crash Under Investigation in Schenectady

Fatal vehicle crash under investigation in schenectady

Fatal Vehicle Crash Under Investigation in Schenectady

**Schenectady, NY** – A fatal motor vehicle crash occurred involving a single car on the evening of March 3 at approximately 11:20 p.m. near Eastern Avenue and Rankin Avenue. Schenectady Police officers were dispatched to the scene following reports of the incident.

Upon arrival, officers found a car had collided with a tree. The driver received treatment from Schenectady Fire Department paramedics but later succumbed to the injuries sustained.

Investigators from the Schenectady Police Department’s Traffic Division, Crime Scene Unit, and Schenectady County Crash Reconstruction Team responded to the scene. They are continuing to conduct an investigation into the tragic incident.

At this time, the identity of the driver is being withheld pending the notification of their family. Authorities request patience as they proceed with the investigation.