New Jersey cops rescue drowning dog in backyard pool
ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. — Robbinsville Township police officers rescued a dog from a near-drowning incident on Saturday after responding to a 911 call about a pet in distress in a backyard…
ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. — Robbinsville Township police officers rescued a dog from a near-drowning incident on Saturday after responding to a 911 call about a pet in distress in a backyard…
JACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is waiting for help at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility after his owner passed away, and volunteers are seeking…
JACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is urgently in need of rescue after the recent death of his owner left him without a home, according to…
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.
LINDEN, N.J. — A two-alarm fire tore through a two-family home on East Blancke Street late Tuesday night, displacing 10 residents and injuring two firefighters who fell through the floor…
EVESHAM, N.J. — Detective Sierra Gates has been named Evesham Township Police Department’s Officer of the Month for February 2025 after leading the successful recovery of a missing and endangered…
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A distressed deer suffering from a suspected fibroma was rescued after concerned residents alerted the Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park Shelter. Shirley and Dan Costello of Heritage…
3-Year-Old Girl Found in Water at Chesapeake Park
**CHESAPEAKE, VA** – On Thursday at approximately 10:22 a.m., Chesapeake Police responded to Oak Grove Lake Park following a report of a missing 3-year-old girl.
Officers commenced a large-scale search of the park and surrounding areas. At 11:20 a.m., the child was discovered in a nearby body of water and was in medical distress.
Life-saving measures were administered at the scene by officers. The child was subsequently transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
The Chesapeake Police Department is currently investigating the incident. No further details have been released at this time.
PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Coast Guard and local agencies responded to a tugboat fire near Pea Patch Island on the Delaware River on Tuesday. All four crew members were safely…
CHERRY HILL, N.J. – The Cherry Hill Fire Department (CHFD) is urging residents to exercise caution around frozen ponds and waterways, emphasizing that “no ice is safe ice,” even during…
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — As temperatures plummeted this week, the Brick Township Police Department’s Marine Unit took advantage of the freezing conditions to conduct ice water rescue training, emphasizing preparedness…
TENTH DISTRICT, Md. — A stranded deer was safely rescued from an icy surface on Monday by the Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department, according to a statement released on social…
ELLICOTT CITY, MD — Firefighters in Howard County braved icy conditions Monday night to rescue a dog that had fallen through the ice of a frozen pond. The incident occurred…
BLACKWOOD, N.J. — A woman and her two dogs were rescued Saturday afternoon after becoming trapped in the partially frozen Timber Creek at Timber Creek Dog Park, according to the…
EWING TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A child has died after being pulled unresponsive from a fire that broke out in a multi-unit condominium building on Lower Ferry Road, police said. The…
Barnegat Police Rescue Boaters and Dog from Sinking Vessel
**Barnegat, NJ** – Barnegat Police Department responded to a distress call on Thursday from a boater reporting their vessel was sinking near Sun Harbor Marina. Patrol units arrived but were unable to locate the stranded individuals from the land.
Off-duty Lt. Ryan used his personal boat to assist in the search. Officers found two individuals and their dog in the water after their vessel had submerged.
The team successfully secured the people and dog on Ryan’s vessel. They transported them safely to Barnegat Public Docks.
All involved were confirmed to be safe and recovering. The department expressed relief and gratitude for Lt. Ryan and his team’s swift action.
AKRON, Ohio — Akron police and animal rescue teams intervened in a severe animal hoarding and neglect case on Sunday, December 15, rescuing more than 170 animals living in deplorable…
STAMFORD, Conn. — A worker trapped in a trench collapse was rescued Friday morning in Stamford after a swift and coordinated effort by the city’s fire department and emergency personnel.…
EAST ISLIP, N.Y. — A young deer was safely rescued Friday morning by officers from the Suffolk County Police Marine Bureau after it was found struggling in a canal at…
OCEAN CITY, Md. — Emergency responders launched a large-scale search at Northside Park on Saturday night after personal belongings were discovered floating in a lagoon, but no individuals were found…
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department and Camden Fire Department have successfully completed a specialized Tower Rescue Technician program, equipping them with advanced skills for…
READING, Pa. — The Reading Police Department donated a supply of ready-to-eat meals to the HOPE Rescue Mission as part of its ongoing efforts to support the community, the department…
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD — Two runaway dogs, Cookie and Rocky, were safely rescued along Route 10 on Tuesday thanks to quick action by Corporal Selander, PFC Klebaner, and a…
CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE, Md. — Maryland State Police officers averted a potential tragedy on Route 50 Tuesday evening after responding to reports of a woman in distress driving toward the…
A FEMA official has been removed from their role following allegations that they instructed Hurricane Milton relief workers to skip homes displaying Trump signs, according to statements from a FEMA…