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$100K Lowe’s scam: Pa. man charged in massive stolen credit card spree

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 24, 20250

HARRISBURG, PA — A Lehigh County man has been charged in a statewide fraud scheme after allegedly using stolen credit cards and fake IDs to purchase nearly $100,000 in merchandise from at least 23 Lowe’s stores across Pennsylvania, officials announced Monday. Alex Jose Rulan, 33, of Allentown, faces charges including corrupt organizations, organized retail theft, criminal conspiracy, and identity theft, according to Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday. Rulan is currently being held at Montgomery County Jail on unrelated charges. Key Points Lowe’s Companies, Inc. alerted authorities earlier this year after identifying suspicious transactions involving high-dollar goods such as flooring, air

$100K in stolen tires recovered in stolen box truck in New Jersey

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 22, 20250

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Police in Monroe Township recovered a stolen box truck containing approximately $100,000 worth of high-end automotive tires following a warehouse burglary investigation earlier this month, officials announced Thursday. Key Points On March 13, detectives from the Monroe Township Criminal Investigations Bureau responded to reports of multiple burglarized trailers at a local warehouse. Investigators learned that the stolen merchandise—luxury tires—had been loaded into a box truck that was itself reported stolen from another nearby warehouse. Later that evening, detectives located the stolen truck with assistance from the truck’s owner and the Fairview Police Department. The vehicle was

Queens Supreme Court to hear case on stolen homes, real estate fraud

Local News ReportMarch 20, 20250

Four Indicted for Allegedly Stealing Homes in Queens

**Queens, NY** – Four men and three companies have been charged with grand larceny, criminal possession of stolen property, conspiracy, and other crimes related to the alleged theft of three homes in Queens neighborhoods. Carl Avinger, Autumn Valeri, Lawrence T. Ray, and Torey Guice surrendered on Tuesday and were arraigned for their alleged roles in a fraud scheme involving falsified documents and false deeds recorded from March to July 2023.

According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, the defendants targeted properties to commit theft, forged documents, and filed false instruments with the city to illegally obtain homes. Avinger, Valeri, and Ray were arraigned on a 47-count indictment involving multiple charges, while Guice faced charges on the same indictment with slightly fewer accusations.

Supreme Court Justice Leigh Cheng has ordered the defendants to appear in court again on April 29. If convicted, Ray and Valeri could face up to 25 years in prison, Avinger faces up to 25 years as well, and Guice could see a sentence ranging from five to 15 years.

The fraudulent activities in question include filing false deed transfers for properties in

Stolen Firearms Recovered After Altercation in South Stafford

Local News ReportMarch 20, 20250

Stolen Firearms Recovered After Altercation in South Stafford

**Stafford, VA** – Two juveniles were detained in South Stafford following an altercation that led to the discovery of stolen firearms. On Thursday at approximately 6:06 p.m., Sergeant J.D. Hurt, along with Deputies S.C. Steinway, M.A. Holub, and S.T. Myers, responded to Ridgemore Street due to a reported fight in progress.

Upon arrival, law enforcement officers observed the suspects fleeing into nearby woods but managed to detain two 17-year-olds shortly thereafter. The juveniles had been consuming Twisted Tea and verbally provoking each other, which escalated into a physical conflict. During the investigation, authorities suspected the involvement of firearms and initiated a search.

Deputy Myers deployed his K-9 partner, Gunner, to assist in locating any hidden weapons. Gunner successfully tracked and found a handgun buried under leaves. Continuing the search, Gunner led deputies to another concealed firearm. Both firearms had altered serial numbers and were confirmed stolen.

The juveniles were charged with multiple counts including disorderly conduct, underage alcohol possession, and possession of stolen firearms. They were also charged with altering a firearm’s serial number

Masked burglars strike D.C. business, flee with stolen goods

Local News ReportMarch 18, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A break-in at a Northwest D.C. establishment early Thursday morning has prompted a search for suspects caught on surveillance video. At approximately 4:24 a.m., burglars forced entry into a business in the 400 block of Florida Avenue NW, stole property, and fled before officers arrived. Security footage captured the suspects, and investigators have released video of the incident. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFrJq2CuSdQ&feature=youtu.be Anyone with information is urged to call (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. A reward of up to $1,000 is available for details leading to an arrest and indictment.

Life sentence for Clinton man who killed over stolen cash in Oxon Hill

Local News ReportMarch 11, 20250

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – A Clinton man has been sentenced to life in prison for fatally stabbing a man during a robbery in Oxon Hill more than two years ago. On Monday, a judge handed 32-year-old Darryl Scottland a life sentence, plus 23 additional years, for the November 2, 2022, killing of 47-year-old Anthony Taylor Sr., Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy announced. Around noon that day, Scottland attempted to sell a pair of headphones outside Discount Tobacco on Indian Head Highway. Taylor showed interest and went inside to withdraw $200 from an ATM. As Taylor looked away,

Maryland woman arrested for stolen truck and trailer; second suspect flees

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 9, 20250

CUMBERLAND, Md. — A woman was arrested Saturday after police found her in possession of a stolen truck and utility trailer, while a second suspect fled the scene in another stolen vehicle, authorities said. Officers responded to the 100 block of Fayette Street on March 8 after a utility trailer was reported stolen earlier that morning. Around 11 a.m., a patrol officer spotted a GMC truck towing a similar trailer on Sedgewick Street. The officer confirmed the trailer was stolen using its registration plate and approached the vehicle. Inside the truck, police found Lindsey Nicole Teresi, 30, of Cumberland, who

Akron police arrest man, seize drugs and stolen firearm in Kenmore raid

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 8, 20250

AKRON, O.H. — A 30-year-old man was arrested following an ongoing investigation into drug and criminal activity in a Kenmore neighborhood, the Akron Police Department announced. On Wednesday morning, officers from the Anti-Violence Bureau executed a search warrant at a residence in the 2100 block of 22nd Street S.W. During the search, police seized 382 grams of methamphetamine, 47 grams of suspected fentanyl, 30 Xanax bars, 4 grams of crack cocaine, nearly $2,600 in cash, and a stolen handgun with an extended magazine. The suspect, Lexington Jacobs, was taken into custody without incident. He was charged with weapons under disability,

Pennsylvania man in stolen car, with drugs arrested after traffic stop in Allegany County

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 4, 20250

LAVALE, Md. — A routine traffic stop in Allegany County led to the arrest of a Pennsylvania man wanted on an outstanding warrant and the recovery of a stolen vehicle, authorities said. At approximately 10:50 p.m. Monday, a deputy with the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office pulled over a vehicle on National Highway in LaVale. Deputies discovered that the driver, David L. Russian of Central City, Pennsylvania, had an active arrest warrant from Pennsylvania. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of Somerset, Pennsylvania. During a search, deputies found suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Russian was charged with unlawful taking of

Pennsylvania Woman Charged for Arson, Stolen Car at the Jersey Shore

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 28, 20250

Pennsylvania Woman Arraigned on Multiple Charges Including Arson

**Surf City, NJ -** Juliette Tournier, 29, from Montgomery, Pennsylvania, has been charged with Aggravated Arson in relation to a February 19 incident in Surf City. This follows prior charges in Ship Bottom on February 20 for Eluding and Receiving Stolen Property.

On February 19 at approximately 8:40 p.m., Surf City emergency services responded to a fire on North Central Avenue. During firefighting efforts, a firefighter was injured, treated at Southern Ocean Medical Center, and discharged.

Investigations by various agencies revealed two fire origins within the structure, both initiated by open flames to ignitable liquids. Concurrently, a vehicle stop initiated by Ship Bottom Police involving a Honda HRV led to Tournier’s identification as the suspect, with the car’s license plate stolen earlier from a similar vehicle in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

On February 25, Tournier received an Aggravated Arson charge. She surrendered to Surf City Police the next day and remains detained pending a hearing. Authorities emphasize that all accused individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

License Plate Stolen from Vehicle on Laurel Street

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 28, 20250

License Plate Stolen from Vehicle on Laurel Street

**Wilkes-Barre, PA** – On February 26th, officers from the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department responded to a theft incident on Laurel Street. The incident occurred at 4:01 PM and involved theft from a motor vehicle.

A 27-year-old male victim from Wilkes-Barre reported that an unknown suspect removed the license plate from his vehicle. The vehicle was parked near the victim’s residence at the time of the theft.

The stolen plate is a New York registration with the identifier KLN-3844. Police are currently investigating the incident.

Thief disappears after stealing property and fleeing in stolen vehicle in D.C.

Local News ReportFebruary 25, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC – A suspect remains at large after allegedly stealing property and fleeing in a stolen vehicle in Southeast D.C. On Sunday, February 16, at approximately 12:11 a.m., officers responded to the 2100 block of 14th Street, Southeast, to investigate a reported theft. The suspect took property before escaping in a stolen car, which has since been recovered. Investigators have released images of the suspect and are asking the public for assistance in identifying the individual. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for tips leading to an arrest and indictment. Anyone who can identify the suspect

New Jersey Man Accidentally Shot Himself with Stolen Gun Now Sitting in Ocean County Jail

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 24, 20250

WHITING, N.J. — A Whiting man is facing multiple weapons charges after he accidentally shot himself in the leg with a stolen handgun and then lied to investigators about the incident, authorities said. Richard Rokicki, 58, was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, possession of stolen property, being a certain person not to possess a weapon, and hindering his own apprehension, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Manchester Township police responded to Rokicki’s residence around 2:40 a.m. Sunday and found him with a gunshot wound to his leg. He was transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Gunfire, stolen car, and a foot chase: DC suspect arrested on firearm charges

Local News ReportFebruary 21, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A suspect linked to multiple firearm offenses was arrested after a reported shooting led officers to a stolen vehicle and a foot chase in Northwest D.C. The incident began Monday afternoon when officers responded to the 3000 block of 14th Street, Northwest, for a report of gunfire. Witnesses saw a suspect exit a vehicle, fire a gun, and flee. Officers recovered shell casings, and a lookout was issued for the suspect and vehicle. A short time later, officers located the suspect vehicle, which was determined to be stolen. The suspect attempted to flee on foot but was

Secaucus Police Cars Rammed by Newark Man in Stolen Car

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 21, 20250

SECAUCUS, N.J. — A Newark man accused of stealing a resident’s car and ramming multiple police vehicles during his escape attempt was arrested this week, authorities said. Rakim Thompson, 29, was taken into custody on February 20 by the Essex County Sheriff’s Office after a months-long investigation by Secaucus Police. The incident began on June 5, 2024, when a resident reported their 2022 Audi Q3 being stolen from their Valley Court driveway around 1:02 a.m. Secaucus Police Officer Dwight Wise located the stolen vehicle on the Maple Street ramp, where Thompson allegedly rammed several marked police vehicles—one of which was

Mayor Says $15 Million Mysteriously Stolen from Lakewood School District Account

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 20, 20250

LAKEWOOD, NJ — A $15 million theft from the Lakewood school district’s operating accounts over the weekend has prompted an active investigation, officials confirmed Wednesday. Mayor Raymond G. Coles acknowledged the financial breach, stating that a significant portion of the funds had already been recovered. “We managed to claw back a big piece of it almost immediately,” he said, without providing further details. The Lakewood Police Department, led by Capt. Gregory Staffordsmith, has referred all inquiries to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, though Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has declined to comment on the case. The theft was first reported by

Carjacking suspect found asleep in stolen vehicle, arrested in Baltimore

Local News ReportFebruary 18, 20250

BALTIMORE, MD — A 27-year-old Woodlawn man was arrested after allegedly carjacking a 62-year-old man in Northwest Baltimore, only to be found sleeping in the stolen vehicle hours later, police said. The armed carjacking occurred around 7:30 a.m. on February 16 in the 4800 block of Windsor Mill Road. Officers later located the victim’s vehicle in the 3400 block of Bateman Avenue, where the suspect was discovered asleep inside. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with multiple counts of carjacking and armed robbery.

Teen girl among suspects arrested in DC stolen car investigations

Local News ReportFebruary 17, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC — Four individuals, including a juvenile, have been arrested in connection with unauthorized vehicle use and auto theft incidents across Washington, DC, police said. The arrests occurred between February 10 and February 13 in various parts of the city. The Metropolitan Police Department continues to investigate auto theft-related offenses throughout the city.

Teaneck man arrested after loaded stolen handgun found during traffic stop

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 14, 20250

TEANECK, N.J. — A routine traffic stop in Teaneck led to the arrest of a local man found in possession of a loaded, stolen handgun, police said. Officers pulled over Ross Daniels-Lynn on Cedar Lane at approximately 10:52 a.m. on Monday, February 10, after observing multiple motor vehicle violations, including fictitious plates and windshield obstruction. During the stop, police determined the vehicle was unregistered and uninsured. Daniels-Lynn, who was unable to provide identification, was ordered out of the vehicle. As he exited, Officer James Zwerling noticed a bulge in his sweatshirt pocket and, upon a pat-down search, discovered a loaded

Dog stolen in Dorchester County, authorities seek public’s help

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 13, 20250

CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a stolen dog reported missing from the Maple Dam Road area on Sunday. Authorities have not released details about the dog’s breed, size, or appearance. Anyone with information about the dog’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office at 410-228-4141.

Teen’s bike stolen at knifepoint in Bronx robbery

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 11, 20250

NEW YORK, NY — Three unidentified individuals robbed a 15-year-old boy of his bicycle in the Bronx on Thursday afternoon, police said. The incident occurred around 4:10 p.m. near Grand Avenue and West 188th Street. The suspects approached the teenager and demanded his bicycle before forcibly taking it. After seizing the bike, the trio fled westbound on East 190th Street on foot. No injuries were reported, and authorities have not yet identified the suspects. Police are investigating the robbery as they search for the individuals involved.

Charlotte postal worker, co-conspirators sentenced in $24 million stolen check scheme

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 8, 20250

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A U.S. Postal Service employee and two accomplices have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a scheme involving the theft and sale of stolen checks worth more than $24 million, prosecutors announced. Nakedra Shannon, 30, and Desiray Carter, 30, both of Charlotte, were sentenced to 60 months and 54 months in prison, respectively, followed by two years of supervised release. A third co-conspirator, Donell Gardner, 28, was sentenced in July 2024 to 54 months in prison and three years of supervised release. All three were also ordered to pay $113,333.87 in restitution. According to

Four juveniles arrested after stolen vehicle pursuit in Newark

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 7, 20250

NEWARK, Del. — Four juvenile males were arrested early Thursday morning following a police pursuit of a stolen vehicle that ended in an apartment complex on Wyoming Road, Newark Police said. At approximately 2 a.m., an officer observed a gray Kia Forte run a stop sign at Hillside Road and Sypherd Drive. A check of the Delaware registration confirmed the vehicle was reported stolen out of Wilmington. When officers attempted a traffic stop, the driver fled at high speed, committing multiple traffic violations. Police deployed Stop Sticks, successfully deflating the vehicle’s tires. The suspects abandoned the car and fled on

Stolen gun recovered in Bensalem, Philadelphia Man Arrested

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 6, 20250

BENSALEM, Pa. — A routine traffic stop led to the discovery of a stolen firearm and an arrest warrant for a Philadelphia man, authorities said. At 10:45 a.m. on Friday, a Bensalem Township Police officer stopped a gray Nissan Pathfinder near Knights Road and Plum Avenue for multiple vehicle violations, including heavily tinted windows, a covered license plate, and missing inspection stickers. The driver, identified as Malique Davis, 29, of Philadelphia, displayed nervous behavior and provided inconsistent statements, police said. A drug-sniffing K9 alerted officers to the possible presence of narcotics, prompting authorities to tow the vehicle to the Bensalem

Burglars smash into Northeast DC business and flee with stolen goods

Local News ReportFebruary 6, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A pair of burglars smashed their way into a Northeast D.C. business early Sunday morning, stealing property before making a quick escape. The break-in occurred at approximately 2:01 a.m. in the 3100 block of Bladensburg Road NE. After forcing entry, the suspects grabbed items from inside and fled the scene. Surveillance cameras captured the suspects and their vehicle, and footage has been released in an effort to identify them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOQNw7BORpE&feature=youtu.be Anyone with information is urged to call the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. A reward of up to $1,000 is being