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Stolen purse leads to showdown outside Utica convenience store

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Suspect Charged in Utica Purse Theft

**Utica, NY** – On March 16th, Utica Police responded to a report of a stolen purse on the 1100 block of Schuyler St. The purse contained credit cards and other personal items.

During the investigation, authorities discovered the suspect attempted to use the victim’s identification at a convenience store to buy cigarettes. The store clerk did not complete the sale because the photo ID did not match the suspect.

This information was relayed to the victim, who informed the police. The Criminal Investigations Division took over, identifying the suspect. Later, the victim saw the suspect again near the store and retrieved some stolen property following an altercation.

On April 2nd, the suspect, Fonta Young, age 41, was apprehended and faces charges. These include two counts of Grand Larceny in the fourth degree, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, and Petit Larceny.

Reckless Off-Roading Leads to Arrest Near Salisbury Zoo

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Reckless Off-Road Vehicle Incident Leads to Arrest in Salisbury

**Salisbury, MD** – On March 10, at around 3:56 p.m., coordinated efforts by the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office and Salisbury Police Department’s Joint Community Action Team (JCAT) led to the observation of illegal off-road vehicle activity near the Salisbury City Zoo. The operation involved tracking two dirt bikes and a four-wheeler, all lacking proper registration, as they committed multiple traffic violations. The riders ran stop signs and performed stunts on public roads.

One individual, Antoine Orlando Jones Jr., aged 23 from Delmar, operated a blue dirt bike with a female passenger, neither wearing helmets. The group traversed various city streets, including the vicinity of Salisbury University. Law enforcement intercepted them near Mt. Hermon Road, at which point Jones attempted to escape on foot.

Jones resisted arrest after being pursued on foot but was eventually apprehended following a brief struggle. The off-road vehicles were impounded by authorities. Although other individuals involved have been identified, the investigation is ongoing. Subsequently, Jones was taken to the Wicomico County Detention Center and later appeared before a commissioner.

He was briefly held before posting bail for

Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Wilkes-Barre

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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.

Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrest in Wilkes-Barre

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Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrest in Wilkes-Barre

**WILKES-BARRE, PA** – A domestic dispute incident in Wilkes-Barre led to the arrest of a 29-year-old defendant. The incident occurred on March 6, at 2:10 a.m. on Lloyds Lane.

Wilkes-Barre City Police responded to a report at a residence on Lloyds Lane. Upon their arrival, officers contacted a 35-year-old male victim.

The victim reported an altercation with Normedis Arevalo, the defendant, who allegedly threw furniture, striking him in the back. Additionally, Arevalo reportedly scratched the victim’s neck and placed her hands around his neck.

Subsequently, the defendant was taken into custody and transported to City Headquarters. Arevalo is to face processing and arraignment for the incident.

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Seizure and Arrest in Severn

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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Seizure and Arrest in Severn

**Severn, MD** – On Thursday, at approximately 9:25 p.m., Anne Arundel County Police conducted a traffic stop involving a gray Honda Cross-tour at the intersection of Golden Eagle Lane and Redhawk Way.

The driver, Thomas Lee Gross, was identified as previously wanted in connection with a citizen robbery. Upon the attempted stop, Gross fled the vehicle on foot but was captured a short distance away without incident.

A subsequent search of the Honda Cross-tour revealed a significant amount of narcotics and cash. Police seized about 13 pills of suspected Oxycodone, 11.5 pills of Alprazolam, 23 pills of MDMA, roughly 1 ounce of Promethazine, 16.73 grams of Psilocybin Mushrooms, approximately 913.27 grams of Cannabis, and $2,717 in cash.

Thomas Lee Gross, a 24-year-old male from Severn, Maryland, was arrested and is now facing charges related to the incident.

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charge in Cumberland

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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Citation in Cumberland

**Cumberland, MD** – The Cumberland Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Tuesday due to a traffic violation observed in the Centre Street area.

Upon conclusion of the traffic stop, officers requested the driver’s consent to search the vehicle. During this consent search, suspected crack cocaine was discovered.

Daryl Boyer, a 63-year-old resident of Cumberland, Maryland, was arrested following the discovery. He was taken to police headquarters, issued a criminal citation for possession, and released pending a District Court trial.

Wilmington Crash Leads to Arrest for Vehicular Homicide

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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

Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrest in Wilkes-Barre

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Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrest in Wilkes-Barre

**WILKES-BARRE, PA** – A domestic dispute involving terroristic threats and assault was reported on Jenks Lane.

The incident occurred on February 26th, 2025, at 9:06 PM, involving Skyler Williams, 36, and a 32-year-old female victim, both residents of Wilkes-Barre, PA. Officers responded to a residence following a call about a domestic dispute.

According to the victim, a verbal altercation escalated when Williams allegedly struck her in the face with his head. The victim reported that Williams placed his hands around her neck, threatening to kill her.

The victim managed to escape and contact emergency services. Williams was subsequently arrested and taken to City Headquarters, where he was processed and arraigned.

Domestic Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica, NY

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Domestic Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica, NY

**UTICA, NY** – On February 27, Utica Police and Fire units responded to a domestic assault call at a residence on Scott Street. The incident involved a female victim who alleged she was attacked by her husband.

Upon arrival, officers met with the victim who claimed that an argument with her husband escalated, leading her to hide in a bathroom. The victim reported that she attempted to escape but was struck multiple times in the head with a wooden object, resulting in lacerations and pain.

The Utica Fire Department transported the victim to Wynn Hospital for treatment. In accordance with New York State’s mandatory domestic violence arrest laws, the husband, identified as Michael Leggett, 57, was arrested at the scene.

Leggett was brought to the Utica Police Department and charged with Assault in the Second Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, and Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree.