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Duo pushes employee, grabs cash and vapes in brazen candy store robbery

Breaking Local News ReportApril 6, 20250

BRONX, N.Y. — Two unidentified men stormed into a Bronx candy store Thursday morning and made off with cash, cigarettes, and vape products after physically restraining an employee, police said. Key Points Suspects fled on foot after daylight robbery The NYPD reported that the incident occurred on March 27 at approximately 10:20 a.m. when the two suspects entered Lucky Corner Candy and approached the lone 54-year-old male employee. According to officials, the men pushed the employee and held him while removing goods and money. Police said the suspects took an undetermined amount of cash from the store’s register along with

Man Kills Walgreens Employee in Madera, Driven by Anger at Big Pharma, Echoing NYC CEO Murder

Breaking Local News ReportApril 3, 20250

April 3, 2025 – A deadly shooting at a Walgreens in Madera, California, on Monday night has left the community reeling and drawn chilling parallels to the recent murder of a healthcare CEO in New York City. Authorities say a 30-year-old man, fueled by a deep-seated grudge against large pharmaceutical companies, walked into the store and gunned down an employee, marking another violent outburst tied to frustrations with “Big Pharma.” The incident unfolded just after 9:35 p.m. on March 31, when Madera Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Walgreens located in the 2000 block of West

Police Use DNA to Charge Allentown Employee Who Left Noose on Her Own Desk, Faked Hate Crime

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 24, 20250

ALLENTOWN, PA — A City of Allentown employee who claimed to find a noose on her desk in January is now facing charges for allegedly fabricating the incident after DNA evidence linked her to the object, police said. On January 10, at approximately 7:11 a.m., LaTarsha Brown reported to work at City Hall and alerted the Allentown Police Department minutes later that a noose had been placed on her desk. Key Points Officers from multiple divisions launched a criminal investigation, seeking to identify who placed the item. City surveillance footage, access records, and interviews were used to identify who had

Maryland school employee wins $50K after playing lucky family numbers

Local News ReportMarch 13, 20250

Cheltenham, Md. — A longtime Maryland Lottery player struck gold after his trusted set of numbers, inspired by his father’s license plate, delivered a $50,000 Pick 5 win. Jorge Vasquez, Jr., a Prince George’s County school employee, purchased his winning ticket at The Liquor Junction on Crain Highway for the March 6 midday and evening drawings. When he checked the results at home, he immediately recognized the lucky numbers. Overcome with emotion, he sat next to his father, Jorge Sr., and shared the news that the same numbers they had played for over a decade had finally paid off. Jorge

Virginia State Department Employee Arrested for Alleged Information Conspiracy

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 8, 20250

State Department Employee Arrested for Alleged Information Conspiracy

**Washington, D.C.** – Michael Charles Schena, a 42-year-old resident of Alexandria, Virginia, has been arrested on charges linked to an alleged conspiracy involving national defense information.

Court documents reveal Schena worked for the U.S. Department of State at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., holding a top secret security clearance. Starting around April 2022, he purportedly shared unauthorized information with individuals met online, receiving payments in return. On February 27, he supposedly used a cellphone to photograph documents labeled “SECRET” from his classified computer monitor and subsequently returned home, where his cellphone was confiscated.

Facing charges of conspiracy to gather, transmit, or lose national defense information, Schena could receive a prison sentence of up to 10 years. A federal district court judge will decide the sentence, taking into account the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other factors.

The investigation was conducted by the FBI’s Washington Field Office with support from the FBI Richmond Field Office and other agencies. The case is prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Michael Ben’Ary and Gavin R. Tisdale, alongside Trial Attorney Maria Fedor from the National Security Division.

Man sought in Lexington Avenue store theft, slashing of employee

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 4, 20250

MANHATTAN, N.Y. — Police are searching for a suspect who slashed a store employee while attempting to steal merchandise from a business on the Upper East Side, authorities said. The incident occurred Sunday, February 9, at approximately 7:40 p.m. when an unidentified individual entered a commercial establishment at 1280 Lexington Avenue and began taking items. When a 34-year-old male employee confronted the suspect, the worker sustained a laceration to his right hand while trying to retrieve the stolen goods, police said. The suspect fled the scene on foot, heading eastbound on Third Avenue. The employee was treated by EMS at

Off-duty NYC Department of Education employee arrested for grand larceny in Midtown

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 2, 20250

NEW YORK — An off-duty New York City Department of Education employee was arrested Saturday evening in Midtown Manhattan on charges of grand larceny and possession of forged instruments, police said. Lavar Morris, 33, was taken into custody at approximately 5:46 p.m. within the confines of the Midtown North Precinct. Morris faces charges of grand larceny and three counts of possession of a forged instrument. Authorities did not provide further details on the alleged offenses. The investigation is ongoing.

Former Bergen County employee charged in theft of county equipment

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 13, 20250

HACKENSACK, N.J. — A former Bergen County employee has been arrested in connection with the theft of county-owned tools and equipment, authorities said. Charles T. Gatt, 44, of Sparta, New Jersey, was taken into custody following an investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Investigations Squad, according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella. Officials launched the investigation after an audit by the Bergen County Department of Parks uncovered missing items, including chainsaws, a large woodchipper, and a 20-foot dual-axle trailer. On January 14, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office was notified of the missing equipment and initiated a probe. Investigators

Amtrak employee pleads guilty in $11 million healthcare fraud scheme

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 12, 20250

NEWARK, N.J. — An Amtrak employee admitted Tuesday to participating in a multi-million dollar health care fraud scheme that defrauded the company’s insurance plan, federal prosecutors said. Anthony Saloka, 44, of Elizabeth, New Jersey, pleaded guilty in Newark federal court to conspiracy to commit health care fraud. Prosecutors said Saloka and his co-conspirators allowed healthcare providers to use their personal and insurance information to submit fraudulent claims for services that were either never provided or medically unnecessary. In return, Saloka received thousands of dollars in cash kickbacks from providers, including acupuncturist Punson Figueroa and podiatrist Michael DeNicola. The scheme, which

New Jersey Suing Trump Again; This Time Over Federal Employee Buyouts

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 10, 20250

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy doesn’t have the time, or money to fix the state’s S2 funding system that is decimating education in dozens of districts statewide, but he has a seemingly unlimited warchest to file multiple lawsuits against President Donald J. Trump. Murphy’s administration has been in full focus on anti-Trump lawfare in recent weeks, as dozens of school districts continue laying off teachers and closing many neighborhood schools. “Districts are going to have to close some schools,” Murphy callously said of the situation last year. New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a

NYCHA employee arrested for forcible touching on Upper East Side

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 5, 20250

NEW YORK — A New York City Housing Authority employee was arrested Wednesday afternoon and charged with forcible touching, police said. Hector Cruz, 55, was taken into custody at approximately 4:05 p.m. within the confines of the 19th Precinct, which covers parts of the Upper East Side. Authorities did not provide additional details about the incident leading to Cruz’s arrest. As an employee of NYCHA, Cruz works for the city agency responsible for managing public housing developments across New York City. The investigation is ongoing, and no further information was immediately available.

New Jersey Warns Against Trump’s Federal Employee Buyout Program

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 3, 20250

Attorney General Warns Against Misleading Federal Employee Buyout Program

**TRENTON, NJ** – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of 11 attorneys general to caution federal employees about the Trump administration’s “deferred resignation” program. This program allegedly offers employees pay through September 30, 2025, if they resign by February 6.

On January 28, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) notified federal employees via email about the program, promising continued payment and benefits, along with an exemption from in-person work requirements until September 30. A follow-up email on January 30 reiterated this offer, encouraging employees to seek more productive opportunities outside of government. OPM set a deadline of February 6 for employees to decide on the offer, warning that those who do not accept may risk losing their positions.

Federal employee unions, such as the American Federation of Government Employees and the National Federation of Federal Employees, have advised their members against accepting the offer. These unions released information cautioning that employees who accept may not be assured of the promised benefits.

The attorneys general from Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, and Washington joined

Pistol-wielding suspect attacks employee during Columbus robbery

Local News ReportFebruary 3, 20250

Suspect Sought in Columbus Business Robbery

**Columbus, OH** – An incident occurred at a business in the 2500 block of Lockbourne Rd. on Wednesday at around 11:46 a.m. A suspect entered the establishment, assaulted an employee with a pistol, and demanded money from the cash register.

The employee, following the suspect’s command, handed over the cash, after which the suspect fled in an unspecified direction. The suspect’s face was largely obscured during the robbery, though a manager presented a screenshot depicting the suspect’s entry into the store earlier.

The suspect is described as a black male, aged between 45 to 60 years old, with a height of 5’9″ and weighing 150 pounds. The Columbus Division of Police Robbery Unit is conducting the investigation.

Authorities request anyone with information to contact the Robbery Unit at 614-645-4665. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).

Former Brick Township “Employee of the Month” sentenced for theft scheme

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 31, 20250

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township was sentenced Friday to three years of probation after pleading guilty to theft for pocketing cash payments meant for the township’s recreational facilities. Daniel Santaniello, 46, was sentenced by Ocean County Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan after admitting to stealing approximately $9,260 while overseeing permits for the township’s sports fields. As part of his sentence, Santaniello was required to resign from his position and is permanently barred from holding public employment. He has repaid the stolen funds in full. The charges stem from a joint investigation by

Off-duty NYCHA employee arrested for attempted grand larceny in Manhattan

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 20, 20250

NEW YORK, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) employee was arrested Monday afternoon in Manhattan’s 5th Precinct, police said. Elijah Jones, 20, was taken into custody at approximately 1:05 p.m. and charged with attempted grand larceny in the fourth degree. Authorities have not disclosed specific details regarding the alleged incident leading to the arrest, which remains under investigation. Jones is employed by NYCHA, though the agency has not yet commented on the matter or indicated whether disciplinary action will follow.

Off-duty NYPD employee arrested for petit larceny in Queens

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 15, 20250

QUEENS, N.Y. — An off-duty NYPD employee was arrested Wednesday afternoon in Queens on theft charges, police said. Shari Smith, 35, a Police Administrative Aide with the NYPD, was taken into custody around 1:16 p.m. within the confines of the 105th Precinct. Smith has been charged with petit larceny. Details surrounding the incident leading to her arrest have not been released. The NYPD has not commented on Smith’s current employment status as the investigation continues.

NYC Department of Education employee arrested on attempted lewdness charges

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 14, 20250

NEW YORK, NY — A New York City Department of Education employee has been arrested on two counts of attempted lewdness, police announced. Dana Barschdorf, 44, was taken into custody by officers from the local precinct. Details surrounding the incident and the circumstances leading to Barschdorf’s arrest have not been publicly released. The Department of Education has not yet commented on the arrest or Barschdorf’s employment status. The investigation is ongoing.

Police Release Body Cam Footage of Fired Target employee chased down by police after upskirt photo claims

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 27, 20240

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Newly released body camera footage shows the dramatic arrest of a former Target employee accused of taking an upskirt photo of a customer, leading police on a brief foot chase outside the store. David I. Sutton, who was employed at the Target in Wall Township, was initially arrested on Aug. 27 on charges of invasion of privacy, harassment, and obstruction of justice. Subsequent investigations uncovered what authorities described as “a large amount” of child pornography in Sutton’s possession, resulting in additional charges filed in September. The Aug. 27 incident began when a fellow Target employee alerted

Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of convenience store employee in Capitol Heights

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 19, 20240

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md. — Police have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting a convenience store employee outside a business on Wednesday in the 6700 block of Walker Mill Road, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Geonte McNeil-Williams of Upper Marlboro, is charged with murdering 31-year-old Rakib Rakib of Temple Hills. Authorities say the victim, an employee of the convenience store, was outside taking out the trash when McNeil-Williams approached him, demanded his property, and shot him. Officers responding to the scene at approximately 3:00 p.m. found Rakib suffering from a gunshot wound.

Bronx Disctrict Attorney’s office employee arrested on assault charge

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 18, 20240

ALLERTON, BRONX — An off-duty employee of the Bronx District Attorney’s Office was arrested early Wednesday morning on an assault charge, police said. Sabrina Lora, 25, was taken into custody at 1:52 a.m. within the confines of the 49th Precinct, which covers neighborhoods including Allerton, Morris Park, and Pelham Parkway. Lora is facing a charge of third-degree assault, a misdemeanor under New York State law. Authorities have not disclosed details about the incident that led to the arrest or whether it was related to her role at the Bronx DA’s office. The office has not issued a statement regarding Lora’s

NYC Department of Education employee arrested for third-degree assault in Brooklyn

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 16, 20240

NEW YORK, NY — A 75-year-old New York City Department of Education employee was arrested Monday afternoon and charged with third-degree assault, police said. The arrest occurred at approximately 1:37 p.m. within the confines of the 79th Precinct in Brooklyn. Authorities identified the suspect as Luis Benalcazar. Details surrounding the circumstances of the assault were not immediately available. Police have not released information regarding the victim or the events leading to the charge. Benalcazar, an on-duty employee at the time of the incident, faces a misdemeanor charge under New York Penal Law. Officials from the Department of Education have yet

Off-duty NYPD employee arrested on assault, child endangerment charges

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 14, 20240

NEW YORK — An off-duty employee of the New York Police Department was arrested Friday night in the Bronx, according to police officials. Crystal Underdue, a 30-year-old NYPD police communications technician, was taken into custody around 8 p.m. within the 46th Precinct. She faces charges of second-degree assault, third-degree assault, and endangering the welfare of a child. Authorities have not disclosed specific details about the alleged incident that led to the arrest. The charges suggest an alleged physical altercation and potential harm involving a child. The NYPD confirmed Underdue’s employment but did not comment further on the case. The matter

Former Brick Township “employee of the month” recreation director pleads guilty to theft

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 10, 20240

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township, Daniel Santaniello, 46, pled guilty to theft on Tuesday, admitting to stealing township funds during his tenure, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office announced. Santaniello entered the plea before the Honorable Guy P. Ryan, P.J.Cr.P., in Ocean County Superior Court. As part of a plea agreement, the state will recommend a 180-day jail term in the Ocean County Jail as a condition of probation when he is sentenced on January 31, 2025. He was also required to resign from his township position, forfeit future public employment, and pay full

Bronx school employee and accomplices indicted for $173,000 theft

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 5, 20240

BRONX, N.Y. — A Bronx public school employee, her husband, and a friend have been indicted on corruption and fraud charges for allegedly stealing more than $173,000 in funds meant for a middle school in the Longwood neighborhood, prosecutors said Wednesday. Rusnelly Clase, 40, a Community Associate at Middle School 302, is accused of orchestrating a four-year scheme to divert school funds by submitting false invoices for services and goods never provided. The alleged vendors were her husband, Justin Echevarria, 37, and her friend, Lisa Michelle Geraldino, 36, according to Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark and Special Commissioner of

Lewes daycare employee arrested for child abuse investigation

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 29, 20240

LEWES, Del. — Delaware State Police have charged a former daycare employee with child abuse after an investigation into an alleged incident involving a two-year-old at a Lewes childcare facility. Authorities say 22-year-old Kaitlyn Kachnovitz was arrested on Monday following an investigation into the November 15 incident at Beach Babies Daycare, located on Learning Center Lane. Detectives allege that Kachnovitz forcefully grabbed a two-year-old child, causing a minor injury. The daycare terminated Kachnovitz’s employment on the same day as the alleged incident, according to officials. Kachnovitz surrendered herself to state police on Monday and was arraigned by Justice of the