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BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A man was shot and two others were threatened during a robbery spree in Flatbush early Tuesday morning, according to police. At approximately 4:10 a.m., a 44-year-old…
A minor car accident escalated into a dangerous confrontation Tuesday evening in Stafford County when one driver pulled a shotgun during a roadside dispute, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s…
The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) announced Wednesday that three men have been arrested in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in the early morning hours of April 27…
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Philadelphia Man Arrested After Alleged Road-Rage Incident in Maryland
**Prince George’s County, MD** – Maryland State Police have arrested a Philadelphia resident, Andre Howard, 34, following allegations of a road-rage shooting on Wednesday in Prince George’s County.
Howard faces multiple charges, including two counts of felony assault, using a handgun during a crime of violence, and possession of a loaded handgun. He is currently held at the Prince George’s County Division of Corrections, awaiting an initial court appearance.
The incident occurred shortly before 3:30 p.m. when state troopers were alerted to a road rage incident on the ramp from southbound Route 4 to Woodyard Road. The victim reported that his vehicle was hit by gunfire while he was stationary in traffic.
Authorities are continuing their investigation while Howard remains in custody pending his court proceedings.
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…
Title: Two Men Convicted in San Antonio Mass Smuggling Incident
**San Antonio, TX** – Two individuals were found guilty by a federal jury for their involvement in a 2022 alien smuggling event in San Antonio, which resulted in 53 fatalities and 11 injuries. A third individual implicated in this incident was extradited from Guatemala to face charges in the United States.
Felipe Orduna-Torres and Armando Gonzalez-Ortega were convicted for their participation in an alien smuggling operation. The operation involved transporting 66 individuals in a non-air-conditioned trailer across the U.S.-Mexico border, resulting in multiple deaths. They allegedly charged each individual and their families between $12,000 and $15,000 for the journey.
Orduna-Torres and Gonzalez-Ortega were found guilty on charges including conspiracy to transport illegal aliens resulting in death and serious bodily injury. Their sentencing is set for June 27, with the possibility of life imprisonment for the charges leading to death.
Rigoberto Ramon Miranda-Orozco was extradited as part of a joint effort between U.S. and Guatemalan authorities. He faces various charges related to the smuggling incident. The coordinated efforts have been part of a broader initiative
Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Wilkes-Barre
**Wilkes-Barre, PA** – On Thursday, an assault incident occurred on West Maple Street involving two local residents.
At approximately 7:25 a.m., officers from Wilkes-Barre City Police responded to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, they encountered a 25-year-old female victim who reported a verbal altercation with a 27-year-old male defendant, identified as Kwame Griggs.
The victim stated the altercation arose due to the defendant returning home intoxicated. During the dispute, she alleged that the defendant struck her multiple times.
Following the victim’s report, Griggs was taken into custody. He was subsequently transported to City Headquarters for processing and arraignment.
Utica Shooting Suspect Arrested in Connection with 2023 Incident
**Utica, NY** – The NY/NJ US Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force, with assistance from Oneida County Sheriff’s Road Patrol and Utica Police Patrol units, apprehended Amhiz Hall on March 21st. Hall, 26, was arrested in connection with an indictment related to a shooting incident on July 16th, 2023, on Elm Street.
The July 2023 shooting involved two individuals, aged 17 and 19 at the time, who sustained non-fatal injuries from the gunfire. The Utica Police Department Major Crimes Unit, in collaboration with the Oneida County District Attorney’s Office, investigated the case leading to the recent indictment by the Oneida County Grand Jury.
Hall has been charged with reckless endangerment in the first degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree. Following the arrest, Hall will be transported to the Oneida County Jail as the case moves forward in the Oneida County Court process.
No further details about the case proceedings or the upcoming court dates have been disclosed at this time.
Utica Police Arrest Suspect Following Menacing Incident
**UTICA, NY** – On March 20th at approximately 6:45 PM, Utica Police responded to a report of a menacing incident on the 900 block of Schuyler Street.
Upon arrival, police spoke with individuals who reported a familiar male had displayed violent behavior outside a residence. The suspect left the scene but soon returned wielding a large knife, threatening the parties involved.
The victims retreated into their home and secured the door, but the suspect attempted to break in by smashing glass windows. Afterward, he left and entered a nearby residence where officers subsequently located him.
The suspect, identified as 42-year-old Somxay Sysamouth of Utica, was taken into custody without incident. A meat cleaver style knife was recovered as the weapon used in the alleged offense. Sysamouth faces charges including two counts of menacing in the second degree, criminal mischief in the fourth degree, and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree.
Fishkill Resident Arrested for Alleged Swatting Incident
**Fishkill, NY** – The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office has reported the arrest of Kieran T. Maddock, 41, from Fishkill, in connection with a swatting incident that occurred early morning on Tuesday. Swatting involves making a deceptive emergency call to dispatch armed police to a particular location.
Authorities responded just after 6 a.m. to a residence in East Fishkill following a report of multiple shots fired. Upon arrival, they found no emergency, and determined the call was a prank. Further investigation led to Maddock’s arrest later that day.
Maddock faces charges of Falsely Reporting an Incident in the second degree, classified as a felony. After his processing, he was arraigned in the Town of East Fishkill Court and released, with a scheduled court appearance on April 2 at 5 p.m.
The investigation included assistance from the Town of East Fishkill Police. The charge against Maddock is currently an accusation, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Road Rage Incident Sparks Assault Investigation in New Castle
**New Castle, DE** – The Delaware State Police are investigating an assault following a road rage incident that took place last week on North Dupont Highway.
On Tuesday, at around 3:31 p.m., troopers were alerted to an alleged road rage-related assault on North Dupont Highway near Market Place. Reports indicate that a Subaru Forester was involved in a confrontation with a dark-colored pickup truck. When the Subaru stopped behind the pickup in the left turn lane, the truck’s driver approached the Subaru with an unknown metal tool, allegedly breaking the driver’s side window and striking the victim’s face. The suspect then returned to his vehicle and fled the scene.
The injured party, a 59-year-old man from New Castle, was assessed onsite by EMS personnel. The suspect is described as an older white male, though additional details about the suspect or the vehicle remain unavailable.
Delaware State Police continue to investigate the incident and request anyone with information to contact Trooper J. Zitofsky at 302-834-2620. Information can also be relayed via the Delaware State Police’s Facebook or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333. Assistance from the
State Grand Jury Decides on Paterson Police Shooting Incident
**Trenton, NJ** – A state grand jury concluded its deliberations with a decision not to file criminal charges against Paterson Police Officers Anzore Tsay and Jose Hernandez following the police-involved shooting of Najee Seabrooks on March 3, 2023. This decision came after a thorough investigation by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) which presented extensive evidence, including video footage, ballistics reports, and witness testimony.
The investigation revealed that officers responded to a distress call early on March 3, 2023, and encountered Seabrooks behaving erratically in a Paterson apartment. Despite efforts from negotiators and the Emergency Response Team, the situation escalated when Seabrooks, armed with knives, set a fire and threw objects at officers. Officers Tsay and Hernandez discharged their weapons after Seabrooks exited a bathroom with at least one knife, leading to his death.
In response to incidents like this, Attorney General Platkin took steps to transform the Paterson Police Department in 2023 by appointing new leadership and introducing department reforms. These initiatives aimed to rebuild trust and improve community policing, supported by various
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Long Branch man faces multiple charges, including robbery, after allegedly assaulting a store employee while attempting to flee a shoplifting incident on Sunset Avenue, police…