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Drunken Passenger Causes Accident and Assaults Rescue Personnel

Passenger Causes Accident and Assaults Rescue Personnel

**South Stafford, VA** – On Saturday evening, a 61-year-old man caused an accident and assaulted emergency personnel. The incident occurred on Warrenton and Cedar Grove Roads at approximately 8:11 p.m.

A Dodge Charger, containing a driver and two passengers, collided with a tractor-trailer, causing the trailer to spin out. The front passenger, Stanley Oliver Jr. from Warrenton, was identified as the cause of the crash. The driver had picked up Oliver while he was intoxicated.

As they traveled, Oliver grabbed the steering wheel, leading to the accident. All occupants were taken to a hospital for evaluation, although Deputy A.J. Charoenthep noted Oliver’s extreme intoxication. Controlled substances were found on Oliver during a search.

While being transported in an ambulance, Oliver assaulted Fire and Rescue staff but did not injure anyone. He was charged with multiple offenses, including DUI, possession of controlled substances, assault on rescue staff, child neglect, and driving without a license. Oliver is being held at Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.

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Passenger Arrested at Pittsburgh Airport for Concealed Firearm

Passenger Arrested at Pittsburgh Airport for Concealed Firearm

**Pittsburgh, PA** – Allegheny County Police have charged a resident of Millersburg, Ohio, following the discovery of a firearm in the main security area of Pittsburgh International Airport.

The incident occurred on Tuesday at 4:19 p.m. when Transportation Security Administration officials identified a handgun inside a traveler’s backpack. This prompted them to notify the Allegheny County Police.

Authorities identified the individual as 47-year-old Steven Lapp and found that he lacked a valid concealed carry permit. Consequently, Lapp is now facing a felony charge for carrying a firearm without a license. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has also been notified about the case.

The Transportation Security Administration states that individuals caught carrying firearms at airport checkpoints could incur civil fines of up to $10,000. Repeat offenders might face fines up to $13,910.

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