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Columbia Heights robbery suspect busted after violent street attack

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 20-year-old man was taken into custody over the weekend in connection with a violent armed robbery that unfolded in broad daylight on a Columbia Heights street last month. Key Points The incident occurred around 4:42 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26, when several suspects approached multiple victims on the 3100 block of Hiatt Place NW. The attackers reportedly assaulted the victims, with one being struck by a handgun, before stealing personal belongings and fleeing. Following an investigation by detectives, Orlin Lemus-Cruz of Northwest D.C. was arrested on Saturday. He has been charged with Robbery While Armed. Investigation

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Murphy orders cops to stop aiding ICE in sweep of violent illegals: ‘Hands off’ order issued to NJ troopers

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TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey State Police officers have been instructed not to act on tens of thousands of newly added immigration warrants in a federal database, according to an internal memo from Colonel Patrick Callahan, citing potential violations of state law. The order comes from New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin according to sources, via the state’s Immigrant Trust Directive. Key Points The federal government recently added about 27,000 “Outstanding Administrative Warrants for Removal from the United States” to the FBI’s National Crime Information Center (NCIC), according to the memo addressed to all

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Gun-whipping thief arrested after violent D.C. street robbery

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a violent armed robbery that took place in the Columbia Heights neighborhood late last month, the Metropolitan Police Department announced Monday. Key Points According to police, the incident happened around 4:42 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26, when several suspects approached and assaulted victims in the 3100 block of Hiatt Place NW. One victim was struck with a handgun before the suspects stole property and fled the area. Following an investigation, detectives arrested Orlin Lemus-Cruz of Northwest D.C. on Saturday, April 5. He has been charged with

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A violent porch ambush captured on camera lands teen in county court

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LANCASTER, PA — A 15-year-old Lancaster city teen accused of firing a gun at a man in an alleged ambush outside a city residence has waived his preliminary hearing, advancing the case to county court. Key Points Case details emerge after surveillance footage Amari Poole, of the first block of West New Street, faces multiple charges including attempted criminal homicide, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm by a minor. The charges stem from a Dec. 13, 2024 incident in which Poole allegedly participated in a targeted shooting outside a Green Street residence shortly before 4:30 p.m. Lancaster Safety Coalition

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Gas station ambush ends in arrest after violent DC carjacking

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WASHINGTON, DC — A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a January armed carjacking that unfolded at a gas station on New Jersey Avenue in Northwest. The incident occurred on January 23 around 8:24 p.m., when a victim was pumping gas in the 1700 block of New Jersey Avenue, Northwest. Police said three suspects approached, assaulted the victim, and pointed a gun while demanding personal property and the victim’s vehicle. The victim complied, and the suspects fled in the stolen car. Following an investigation by detectives, Marquis Alston of Northeast DC was arrested Thursday on a DC Superior

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Teen charged in violent Northeast D.C. coat robbery

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 2024 robbery in Northeast D.C. that left a victim assaulted and stripped of his coat and personal belongings, authorities announced Sunday. The incident occurred on Monday, December 2, 2024, in the 700 block of E Street, Northeast. According to police, the victim was walking when a vehicle approached and two suspects jumped out, attacked the victim, and forcibly took property before fleeing in the same car. On March 17, 2025, Damarco Jackson of Southeast D.C. was taken into custody and charged with Robbery (Force & Violence). The

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Suspect captured after violent attack on MPD officers in Southeast D.C.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man wanted in connection with the assault of a Metropolitan Police Department officer in Southeast has turned himself in, completing a series of arrests stemming from the incident. On March 11 at approximately 3:59 p.m., members of the Seventh District’s Special Missions Unit confronted a man consuming marijuana in public in the 2600 block of Birney Place SE. As officers attempted to take him into custody, multiple suspects attacked MPD members. The altercation was recorded and shared on social media. Four suspects were arrested at the scene, and police later released images of a fifth individual

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Man arrested after violent carjacking in Homestead

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HOMESTEAD, Pa. — A man has been arrested following a carjacking that left a delivery driver injured in Homestead. At approximately 8:25 p.m. on March 16, Homestead Police responded to the intersection of Hays Street and W. Pine Way, where a man reported he had been assaulted and his vehicle stolen. The victim was taken to a hospital with multiple injuries. Detectives from the Allegheny County Police Department’s General Investigations Unit determined that the victim had just finished a delivery when an unknown male approached and asked for money. When the victim refused, the suspect assaulted him and stole his

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Democrats, Judge Sought to Have Plane Full of Rapists, Violent Criminals, and Child Sex Offenders to Return to U.S.

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Washington, D.C. – A controversial ruling by U.S. District Judge Rachel Martinez, a Democratic appointee, has ignited a firestorm of debate after she ordered the Biden administration to facilitate the return of a plane carrying dozens of deported immigrants—many convicted of rape, sexual offenses, violent crimes, and child abuse—back to the United States. The decision, handed down late Friday in the District Court for the Southern District of California, challenges Trump-era immigration policies and has drawn sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers and public safety advocates. The plane in question, which departed San Diego on March 10, carried 87 noncitizen offenders

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Feds Put New York City, D.C. On Notice After Increase in Violent Antisemitism

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NEW YORK – The Federal Task Force to Combat Antisemitism has requested meetings with local leaders in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston to discuss their responses to incidents of antisemitism in schools and on college campuses, the U.S. Department of Justice announced. The task force, created under President Trump’s Executive Order on Additional Measures to Combat Anti-Semitism, aims to engage with mayors, prosecutors, law enforcement, and community members to assess whether federal intervention is needed. Leading task force member Leo Terrell informed Mayors Eric Adams, Karen Bass, Brandon Johnson, and Michelle Wu that their cities may have

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14-year-old boy taken into custody after multiple violent robberies in DC

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Washington, D.C. — A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with multiple robberies and an attempted assault in Southwest DC, officials said. The juvenile suspect was taken into custody on March 12 following a DC Superior Court custody order. The charges stem from a string of incidents, including a Jan. 22 robbery in which a bicyclist was assaulted and had their bike stolen, a Jan. 29 robbery where a victim was threatened and forced to hand over property, and a Feb. 5 attempted robbery involving an assault. Police previously arrested a 15-year-old suspect in connection with the Jan. 29

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Routine stop turns violent as officers attacked in Southeast DC

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Washington, D.C. — A routine encounter in Southeast DC turned violent when multiple individuals attacked police officers, prompting an ongoing search for one of the suspects. The incident took place on March 11 at approximately 3:59 p.m. in the 2600 block of Birney Place, Southeast. Officers from the Seventh District’s Special Missions Unit were engaging with a man consuming marijuana in a public space when the assault occurred. One of the suspects was caught on surveillance cameras, and police have released images in hopes of identifying him. Anyone with information is urged to call (202) 727-9099 or text 50411. A

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A violent home invasion leads Capitol Police to arrest wanted suspect

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Washington, D.C. — A suspect wanted for an armed burglary in Southeast Washington was arrested following a traffic stop by U.S. Capitol Police, officials said. The incident occurred on Oct. 12 when a suspect entered a residence in the 2400 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Southeast, assaulted the victim, and stole a cellphone before fleeing. On Friday, March 7, at approximately 7:07 p.m., officers from the U.S. Capitol Police arrested 49-year-old Shani Cole of Southeast D.C. on a D.C. Superior Court warrant. He has been charged with first-degree burglary. Authorities thanked the U.S. Capitol Police for their assistance

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Woman killed in violent Prince George’s County crash as Jeep flips over

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PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – A woman died at the hospital after a violent two-car crash in the Adelphi area early Monday morning, police said. At approximately 5:50 a.m. on March 10, officers responded to the intersection of Adelphi and Riggs roads, where a Honda and a Jeep had collided, causing the Jeep to flip onto its side. A woman, who was a passenger in one of the vehicles, suffered critical injuries and was rushed to the hospital. She died several hours later. On Tuesday, police identified the victim as 31-year-old Berta Marroquin Colindres of Hyattsville. Authorities are still investigating

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Armed attackers on the run after violent D.C. assault and robbery

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – A late-night assault in Southeast D.C. has prompted a police search for two suspects who attacked and robbed a victim on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. Just before midnight on February 28, a victim was approached from behind in the 3000 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Southeast. One of the suspects struck the victim in the head with a handgun, causing them to fall to the ground. The suspects then stole items from the victim’s pockets before fleeing the scene. A surveillance camera captured one of the suspects, and authorities have released footage in hopes

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Trammy Dong Among Nine Hamas Supporters Arrested for Violent Assault at Barnard College

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New York City – Nine violent Hamas supporting protesters were arrested this week after violently storming Barnard College in an incident marked by anti-Jewish hostility, escalating tensions on the Columbia University-affiliated campus. The arrests, which took place on Wednesday, March 5, followed a disruptive takeover of the college’s Milstein Library, sparked by a fake bomb threat and fueled by ongoing protests over the expulsion of students involved in prior anti-Israel demonstrations. The arrested individuals, identified as Symmes Cannon, Gabrielle Wimer, Hannah Puelle, and Yunseo Chung—all students at Columbia University—along with Tramy Dong of Barnard College and Christopher Holmes of Union

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Bus ride in Yonkers turned violent after man fired a gun, injuring another passenger

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YONKERS, N.Y. — A Mount Vernon man has been charged with assault and weapon possession after allegedly shooting another man following an argument on a bus, Yonkers police said. At approximately 11:30 a.m. Monday, officers responded to a report of a shooting outside 1187 Yonkers Avenue. Upon arrival, they found a male victim with a gunshot wound to his arm. Officers provided medical aid before transporting him to a local hospital, where he was listed in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Patrol officers canvassed the area and located a suspect on Bronx River Road. He was taken into custody without

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New York City teens slashed, robbed in violent Dyckman Street subway attack

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NEW YORK — Two teenage boys were slashed and robbed on a subway platform in Upper Manhattan after being attacked by a group of four individuals, police said. The incident occurred at approximately 3 p.m. on Monday, February 17, at the southbound platform of the Dyckman Street station. According to police, the 16-year-old and 15-year-old victims were approached by four unidentified individuals who punched and kicked them before displaying a scalpel. The 16-year-old was slashed on the head, while the 15-year-old suffered cuts to his nose and lip. The attackers stole the 16-year-old’s cellphone and Nike Jordan sneakers and took

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Teen arrested for violent robbery attempt at DC high school

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WASHINGTON, DC – An 18-year-old student was arrested Monday in connection with a violent robbery attempt at a Northeast Washington high school, police said. The incident occurred on January 16 at approximately 12:40 p.m. in the 4800 block of Meade Street, Northeast. The suspect approached another student, demanded property, and, when refused, began assaulting the victim. The victim managed to escape and alert school security. Following an investigation, detectives obtained a D.C. Superior Court arrest warrant. On February 24, officers arrested Derek Weldon, 18, of Southeast DC, and charged him with assault with intent to commit robbery. Authorities have not

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Newark police seek suspects in violent carjacking

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NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying two masked suspects who assaulted a man and stole his car in an early morning carjacking earlier this month. The incident occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m. on February 11 in the 400 block of Irvine Turner Boulevard. Police said the victim was leaving his residence when two individuals dressed in black clothing and ski masks attacked him, went through his pockets, and stole his car keys and vehicle—a 2018 grey Chevrolet Malibu. Officers later recovered the vehicle in Jersey City on February 16, but the suspects remain at

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Six juvenile females arrested in violent assault near Union Station

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WASHINGTON, DC – Six juveniles have been arrested in connection to a brutal assault near Union Station that was recorded on video and circulated on social media, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Police became aware of the attack on February 19 and determined that multiple juveniles approached a female victim outside Union Station, punching and kicking her. One suspect recorded the assault and encouraged others to continue the attack. When bystanders attempted to intervene, they were also assaulted. None of the victims sustained serious injuries. On February 21, detectives arrested a 14-year-old girl, a 12-year-old girl, and an 11-year-old

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Two violent robberies reported in Queens; suspects sought

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QUEENS, N.Y. — Police are searching for multiple suspects involved in two violent robberies that occurred in Flushing and Fresh Meadows over the past week.The first incident took place on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at approximately 7 p.m. at Barclay Avenue and Kissena Boulevard. A 34-year-old man was meeting with two unidentified men for a currency exchange when the suspects sprayed OC spray into his eyes and attacked him, repeatedly punching and kicking him in the face. The victim suffered a broken nose and facial lacerations before the suspects forcibly took his bag, which contained a phone and currency. They

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DC police shoot and kill armed suspect after violent confrontation

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man was fatally shot by police Tuesday evening after crashing into an MPD cruiser, brandishing a knife, and attempting to carjack a vehicle in Northwest D.C., authorities said. The incident began around 6:10 p.m. in the 3500 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest, when a driver veered into oncoming traffic and struck a marked MPD cruiser. After the crash, the suspect exited his vehicle, pulled out a knife, and reached through the officer’s window, demanding the officer’s service weapon. The officer retreated inside the cruiser and issued multiple commands for the suspect to drop the weapon. When

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Knife-wielding suspect on the run after violent attack in D.C.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A violent altercation in Northeast D.C. left a man hospitalized after being stabbed during an argument. The attack happened Tuesday evening in the 3900 block of Minnesota Avenue, Northeast. Surveillance footage captured the suspect fleeing the scene. The victim, an adult male, was taken to a local hospital for treatment. His condition has not been released. Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment. Anyone with information is urged to call police at (202) 727-9099 or text

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Violent NYC Subway Attack Leaves Teen Beaten, With Multiple Stab Wounds

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BROOKLYN, N.Y. — An 18-year-old was stabbed and assaulted with brass knuckles during a dispute on the northbound platform of the Broadway Junction subway station early Saturday morning, police said. The attack occurred around 5:55 a.m. when an unidentified individual confronted the victim and a fight broke out. The assailant stabbed the victim in the back and punched him in the face before fleeing on a northbound A train. The victim sustained a laceration and facial injuries and was transported to NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County by private means in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and the suspect

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