HARRISBURG, PA — Wednesday — A Dauphin County magisterial district judge was convicted of attempted murder and aggravated assault after shooting a man in the head while he slept at…
Key Points BALTIMORE, Md. — Two Baltimore teens have been charged with first-degree murder in the 2024 shooting death of 55-year-old Melvin White, whose body was initially believed to be…
A youth soccer coach has been charged with the murder of 13-year-old Oscar “Omar” Hernandez, whose body was discovered last week along a rural road in Ventura County, officials announced.…
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A 21-year-old Venezuelan woman was found stabbed to death and hidden inside a futon wrapped in a sheet and shower curtain over the weekend in a Philadelphia…
BALTIMORE, MD — A 30-year-old man found unresponsive with signs of trauma on a West Baltimore street died at a local hospital Sunday, prompting a homicide investigation by city police.…
NOTTINGHAM, MD — A long-forgotten Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket tucked away during the holidays turned into a $50,000 windfall for a Nottingham mother and son who stumbled on the surprise…
UTICA, NY — The Utica Police Department reported the recovery of a German Shepherd on Roosevelt Drive Friday morning. Authorities are seeking the dog’s owner and request that anyone with…
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD – A 17-year-old high school student is facing adult charges after police linked him to a daylight shooting last month near Crain Highway, Anne Arundel County…
Brian Swanson Charged with 2000 Murder of Charles Ballard
**Columbus, OH -** Brian Swanson, 48, has been indicted for the murder of Charles “Chico” Ballard, which occurred 25 years ago. On February 9, 2000, Ballard’s body was discovered in his home on the 300 block of E. 17th Ave.
Officers responding to the scene found that Ballard, then aged 22, had suffered multiple gunshot wounds and his body had been set on fire. It took until last Friday for Swanson to be arrested in connection with the crime.
Swanson’s arrest marks a significant development in the prolonged investigation into Ballard’s death.
Details about the case are discussed in the podcast, The Fifth Floor, which can be found on all major podcast platforms.
SALT ROCK, W.Va. — A gravedigger in West Virginia was arrested after allegedly disturbing an infant’s grave and leaving the child’s body out in the open, prompting a horrifying discovery…
MIAMI, Fla. — A 35-year-old man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after the body of an unidentified man was discovered in a cooler behind a business in…
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Naomi Elkins, a 27-year-old mother from Lakewood, New Jersey, has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in the tragic deaths of her two young…
PITTSBURGH, PA — A 30-year-old Ohio man is facing felony charges after authorities say he attempted to bring a handgun through the main security checkpoint at Pittsburgh International Airport on…
LAUREL, Md. — Detectives are investigating the suspicious death of an adult male found early Tuesday morning in a residential area of Laurel, according to the Laurel Police Department. Officers…
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD — A man was found dead from gunshot wounds early Friday morning in Clinton, prompting a homicide investigation by Prince George’s County Police. Officers responded just…
BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. — An 18-year-old has been arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with a double homicide in Woodlawn, Baltimore County Police announced. Markie…
MONTVILLE, N.J. — Authorities are investigating the discovery of a man’s body found in the Passaic River near Route 46 on Sunday and are urging the public to assist in…
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Alexandria Police Department announced Tuesday that investigators have found no evidence suggesting foul play in the death of Jessica Aber. According to police, the investigation remains…
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A 38-year-old man was found dead early Wednesday morning, lying on a plastic sheet between two parked cars in Northwest Philadelphia, with a firearm resting on his…
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Police Department reported that a lost dog was found on Cranbury Road and has been safely transported to the Woodbridge Animal Shelter and…
Alejandro Huerta-Arias Found Guilty of Vehicular Homicide
**TOMS RIVER, NJ** – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the conviction of Alejandro Huerta-Arias, 24, of Toms River, for Vehicular Homicide on March 18, 2025. The conviction relates to a fatal crash in Lakewood Township on March 9, 2022, that resulted in the death of Mark Mandel, 32.
The jury reached a decision after nearly a two-week trial overseen by Judge Dina M. Vicari. Huerta-Arias faces up to ten years in New Jersey State Prison, with his sentencing set for May 16, 2025, aligning with the No Early Release Act.
On March 9, 2022, at approximately 8:15 a.m., officers responded to Madison Avenue and Courtney Road for a serious vehicle crash. The investigation revealed Huerta-Arias was driving a 2012 Infinity G35 northbound when it collided with Mandel’s 2008 Chevrolet Impala, pushing it into a traffic signal and killing Mandel at the scene.
Further investigation showed Huerta-Arias was driving at an average speed of 93 mph
Teaneck Police Report Early Morning Incident Involving Suspected Narcotics
**TEANECK, NJ** – Early on Friday at around 12:03 a.m., Teaneck Police Officers responded to a report of a disturbance near Glenwood Avenue and the Route 95 on/off ramp. Upon arrival, officers encountered an adult male outside a vehicle who directed them to a female driver inside. The driver, identified as Valeria Valencia, appeared to be distressed and in pain. Officers requested medical assistance from the Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps.
During their interaction, Ms. Valencia’s behavior became erratic and aggressive towards officers. Observing her actions, officers noticed her concealing a plastic bag with a pink powdery substance in her clothing. This substance is suspected to be a controlled dangerous substance known as “tusi” or “pink cocaine,” typically containing Ketamine and MDMA.
Due to the nature of her behavior and the suspected narcotics, Ms. Valencia was arrested and taken to Holy Name Medical Center for evaluation. While being transported, she became violent, attempting to strike and kick officers accompanying her.
The aggression continued as Ms. Valencia kicked an officer in the chest and bit another, causing a finger laceration. The
ROCKVILLE, MD – Authorities in Rockville are investigating a case of animal cruelty after multiple malnourished animals were discovered at a residence on Scott Avenue, police said. On March 14,…
BALTIMORE, MD – A 61-year-old man was found dead inside a home in West Baltimore, and authorities have ruled his death a homicide. At approximately 8:29 p.m. on March 10,…
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD – A man has been arrested and charged after police discovered a homemade explosive device and illegal ammunition in a storage unit he rented. Robert Criss, 43,…