The Columbus Division of Police is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects involved in a breaking and entering that occurred earlier this week. On May 4, officers…
Delaware State Police arrested three teenagers Saturday morning in connection with a stolen vehicle found at the Prices Corner Shopping Center in Wilmington. Troopers responded to the shopping center at…
DUNKIRK, MD — A man with no fixed address was arrested Wednesday after leading deputies on a high-speed pursuit in a stolen vehicle that began in Calvert County and ended…
RARITAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A stolen U-Haul van led police to uncover a far-reaching identity theft and fraud scheme involving a local couple now facing a slew of charges including…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of suspects is in custody following a robbery at a Chanel store in Northwest D.C. on Friday afternoon that left an employee assaulted and over…
NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred early Sunday morning in New Castle, where a group of young suspects attacked an Uber driver and…
NEWARK, NJ — Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a Newark man who allegedly fled from police on a stolen motorcycle after briefly cooperating during a traffic stop, officials…
JESSUP, Md. — A 35-year-old man was arrested Wednesday morning in Jessup after Anne Arundel County police discovered a stolen loaded handgun, suspected methamphetamine, and body armor during a patrol…
BALTIMORE, Md. — Four suspects, including three juveniles, were arrested Sunday evening after they bailed from a stolen Hyundai and fled into an occupied home in Baltimore’s Central District, prompting…
BALTIMORE, Md. — A group of juveniles was arrested Sunday evening after police tracked a stolen Hyundai to a dead-end street, where the suspects ditched the car and ran into…
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — A Washington, Pa., man was sentenced Thursday to 10 years in federal prison for illegally possessing multiple firearms and ammunition following a high-speed police chase and crash…
FLORENCE, N.J. — A 16-year-old boy from Virginia is facing a slate of criminal charges after allegedly slamming a stolen vehicle into a police cruiser and attempting to stab officers…
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Somebody stole $15 million from the Lakewood school district earlier this year, and nearly two months after the heist, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office remains absolutely silent.…
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.
QUEENS, NY — A Queens man who illegally occupied a vacant single-family home in Flushing and falsely claimed to be a legal tenant has been sentenced to two years in…
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A stolen vehicle was swiftly recovered and a suspect arrested Friday after a car was taken from outside a convenience store while the owner was inside,…
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…
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…
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
**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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…