Mummified Girl’s Body Found in Hotel
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A Memphis woman is facing criminal charges after police discovered her daughter’s decomposed body inside a hotel room where the two had been staying, authorities said. Kimberly Moore, 46,…
Schenectady honors animal control officers for frontline work in animal welfare
SCHENECTADY, NY — The Schenectady Police Department is recognizing two of its own during Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, commending their efforts in protecting and caring for animals throughout the city. ACO…
New Carrollton man found shot to death in Riverdale stairwell during welfare check
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD — A man found dead during a welfare check in a Riverdale apartment building stairwell on Friday has been identified as 58-year-old Adeyemi Martin of New Carrollton, according…
Man found dead with trauma during welfare check in Prince George’s County
RIVERDALE, Md. — A man was discovered dead Friday morning inside a building in Prince George’s County after officers responded for a welfare check, police confirmed. Key Points Police responded to a…
Bergen County sheriff’s detective charged with endangering welfare of minor
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Bergen County Sheriff’s Office detective has been arrested and charged with sending explicit messages and a nude photo to a juvenile, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced…
Lawmaker Calls for Welfare Check on Woman Allegedly Living in Phil Murphy’s Garage Apartment
TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Erik Peterson is criticizing Gov. Phil Murphy for admitting that he is sheltering an undocumented immigrant, accusing him of defying federal law and using the situation for political…
Freeport woman charged in $130,000 welfare fraud and insurance scam
MINEOLA, N.Y. — A Freeport woman has been indicted for allegedly defrauding public assistance programs of more than $130,000 and committing insurance fraud by falsifying her residence to avoid higher premiums, Nassau…
Off-duty NYPD traffic agent arrested on child welfare charge
JAMAICA, Queens — An off-duty New York City employee was arrested on Monday in Queens and charged with endangering the welfare of a child, authorities said. The arrest took place at 11:40…
Paramus Man Charged With Endangering Welfare of a Child and Simple Assault
PARAMUS, N.J. — A Paramus man has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child and simple assault, according to an announcement by Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella. Christopher Del Savio,…
High Profile Animal Cruelty Cases Giving Brick Township a Bad Reputation for Animal Welfare
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Brick Township has gained an unfortunate reputation as a hub for animal cruelty along the Jersey Shore, with two major cases highlighting extreme animal hoarding and neglect in…
County Officials Seizes All Pets From Repeat Animal Welfare Abuser
HARFORD COUNTY, MD — The Harford County Sheriff’s Office announced a significant development in an ongoing animal cruelty investigation in Forest Hill. Deputies and Animal Control Officers executed a search warrant at…
New Jersey to Allocate $2.5 Million to Feminine Hygiene Allowance for Welfare Recipients
TRENTON, NJ—New legislation has been introduced establishing two significant welfare programs aimed at supporting low-income residents in New Jersey. The bill introduces the State Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) Menstrual Hygiene Benefit…
NYC Department of Education Employee Arrested on Child Welfare and Harassment Charges
NEW YORK, NY — The New York City Police Department has made an arrest in a child welfare incident today. According to police, an employee of the New York City Department of…
Animal Welfare League Reports Bear Sightings in Arlington Area
ARLINGTON, VA — The Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA) has reported multiple sightings of a juvenile black bear, presumed to be male, in the northern region of Arlington. Residents are advised…
NYC Schools Child Care Worker Arresed for Endangering Welfare of Child
NYC Child Care Worker Arrested on Child Endangerment and Harassment Charges NEW YORK, NY — In a concerning development within the 47th Precinct, a New York City Department of Education child care…
Driver Welfare Check in Wilmington Leads to Arrest for Stolen Gun Possession
WILMINGTON, DE — Delaware State Police arrested 47-year-old Samuel Etheridge of Norristown, Pennsylvania, on DUI and weapons charges early Sunday morning. The incident occurred on April 14, 2024, when troopers responded to…
Popcorn Park Seeking to Expand Animal Welfare Team, Announces Job Openings
FORKED RIVER, NJ — The Associated Humane Societies, a cornerstone in animal welfare for over a century, is actively recruiting for two pivotal roles at its Forked River facility, which also encompasses…
Field Hockey Coach Arrested for Endangering the Welfare of a Minor
BRIDGEWATER TWP., NJ — Somerset County officials announced the arrest of Brett Clay, a 39-year-old field hockey coach from Flemington, New Jersey, for alleged sexual misconduct with a minor. The Bridgewater Police…
‘Walgreens Isn’t A Welfare Agency’: Jesse Watters Mocks ‘Squad’ Member Who Called Store Closure Racist
‘Walgreens Isn’t A Welfare Agency’: Jesse Watters Mocks ‘Squad’ Member Who Called Store Closure Racist Harold Hutchison on February 1, 2024 Fox News host Jesse Watters roasted Democratic Rep. Ayanna Pressley of…
Police Assaulted During Welfare Check
CUMBERLAND, MD – Cumberland Police responded to a call on Fourth Street and Grand Ave on January 10, leading to the arrest of 27-year-old Brett Michaels Andrew Will Bonner. Officers were conducting…
Former School Bus Driver Pleads Guilty to Endangering Child Welfare
BUFFALO, NY – Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn announced the guilty plea of 68-year-old Michael Askew of Cheektowaga. On Tuesday morning, Askew appeared before Buffalo City Court Judge Andrew C.…
West New York Man Sentenced for Endangering Welfare of Child
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — On December 1, Joseph Suarez, 32, of West New York, was sentenced to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison for facilitating child sex abuse material. The sentencing…
Welfare Check in Wall Township Leads to Four Drug Arrests
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – A welfare check on a Love Lane residence early Saturday morning resulted in the arrest of four individuals on multiple charges, including drug possession and assault. At around…
Twenty Years of Federal Oversight in New Jersey’s Child Welfare System Comes to End
NEWARK, NJ – Following a two-decade effort to enhance the child welfare system in New Jersey, a final report by the Center for the Study of Social Policy (CSSP) declares a victory…
Welfare Check Leads to DWI Arrest at Quick Chek
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A 50-year-old Beachwood man was found sleeping in a running vehicle at 533 Atlantic City Blvd (Quick Chek) on Wednesday, August 30th. A subsequent investigation resulted in his arrest…
Suspect Charged for Assault, Endangering Welfare of Children
HANOVER TWP., PA – Delante Chloe was arrested by the Hanover Township Police Department last Saturday following an incident on Boland Avenue. Chloe faced arraignment in front of District Magistrate Joseph Halesey…
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