Delco Gang Leader Ordered Man's Execution In Industrial Park: DOJ Delco Gang Leader Ordered Man's Execution In Industrial Park: DOJ Delco Gang Leader Ordered Man's Execution In Industrial Park: DOJ
Delco Gang Leader Ordered Man's Execution In Industrial Park: DOJ A high-ranking street gang member who authorized the kidnapping and execution-style killing of a Delaware man at a Pennsylvania industrial park has learned his fate, federal prosecutors announced Thursday, Oct. 1. Dwayne Alexander, 42, of Philadelphia, was a high-ranking member of the Shotgun Crips when a dispute involving another gang member escalated into the 2021 kidnapping and killing of the 35-year-old victim, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Delaware. The dispute began when lower-ranking gang member Kimon Burton-Roberson became involved in a conflict with th…
Sexual Assault Report Closes Killingly Park, Sparks Investigation Sexual Assault Report Closes Killingly Park, Sparks Investigation Sexual Assault Report Closes Killingly Park, Sparks Investigation
Sexual Assault Report Closes Killingly Park, Sparks Investigation Police are investigating a reported overnight sexual assault near the boat launch at Quinebaug Lake State Park in Killingly. The park closed for the investigation Wednesday morning, Sept. 30, 2026. It reopened around 3:30 p.m., according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. “There is no threat to the public,” the agency said. State Police Troop D alerted DEEP’s Environmental Conservation Police to the report around 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. Environmental Conservation Police are handling the investigation. The investigation remains open. DEEP said it will share …
For Three Years, Hyattsville Metro Murder Had No Suspect: Police Say That Just Changed For Three Years, Hyattsville Metro Murder Had No Suspect: Police Say That Just Changed For Three Years, Hyattsville Metro Murder Had No Suspect: Police Say That Just Changed
For Three Years, Hyattsville Metro Murder Had No Suspect: Police Say That Just Changed Three years later, detectives say they finally know who killed Avrell Milam. The break in the Maryland murder case led investigators to Washington, DC, where a 67-year-old man was arrested this month in connection with the fatal 2023 stabbing, according to the Prince George's County Police Department. Kevin Warbington, who has no fixed address, is accused of killing Milam, 33, whose body was found outside near the Hyattsville Crossing Metro station in the early-morning hours of Aug. 30, 2023. Milam had also been living without a fixed address. Hyattsville Police officers were called to th…
Man Dies After Being Put In Police Custody At Motel In Montgomery Man Dies After Being Put In Police Custody At Motel In Montgomery Man Dies After Being Put In Police Custody At Motel In Montgomery
Man Dies After Being Put In Police Custody At Motel In Montgomery A man died at a hospital hours after he was taken into custody by police following a disturbance at an Orange County motel, authorities said.  The incident began when troopers responded to the Super 8 Motel on Montgomery Road in Montgomery at around 11:29 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28, for a reported disturbance involving a 36-year-old man, New York State Police said on Tuesday, Sept. 29.  When troopers entered a motel room, they found the man in what police described as an "agitated state."  The man was taken into custody and at first stayed conscious, according to State Po…
Towering Flames Rip Through PG County Home, Displacing Family, 3 Dogs (PHOTOS) Towering Flames Rip Through PG County Home, Displacing Family, 3 Dogs (PHOTOS) Towering Flames Rip Through PG County Home, Displacing Family, 3 Dogs (PHOTOS)
Towering Flames Rip Through PG County Home, Displacing Family, 3 Dogs (Photos) A family and their three dogs were displaced after flames tore through the second floor of a Maryland home on Monday afternoon. Firefighters were called to the 2600 block of Swann Wing Court in Springdale at approximately 2:55 p.m. on Sept. 28, according to the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department. Crews arrived to find fire showing from the second floor of the two-story single-family home. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported, officials said. The fire in Springdale. Prince George's County Police Two adults, a child and three dogs were displaced and are be…
Woman, 2 Cats Killed In Early-Morning Hamilton Apartment Fire Woman, 2 Cats Killed In Early-Morning Hamilton Apartment Fire Woman, 2 Cats Killed In Early-Morning Hamilton Apartment Fire
Woman, 2 Cats Killed In Early-Morning Hamilton Apartment Fire A woman and two cats were killed in an early-morning apartment fire in Hamilton Township, authorities said. Hamilton fire and police crews responded to the Windings Brook Apartments on Bradford Avenue around 6:45 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, on a report of a structure fire, according to the township Department of Public Safety. Firefighters brought the blaze under control and removed a woman from the building, authorities said. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Two cats were also found dead in the fire. No other injuries were reported. Preliminary findings did not reveal anything suspicio…
York County Grandfather ID'd As Man Killed When RV Slipped Off Jack While Changing Tire York County Grandfather ID'd As Man Killed When RV Slipped Off Jack While Changing Tire York County Grandfather ID'd As Man Killed When RV Slipped Off Jack While Changing Tire
York County Grandfather ID'd As Man Killed When RV Slipped Off Jack While Changing Tire A man crushed beneath an RV while changing a tire in Pennsylvania has been identified, officials announced on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Robert “Bob” William Emig, 72, of Abbottstown, died from blunt force trauma caused by a crush injury, according to the York County Coroner’s Office. His death was ruled accidental. The coroner’s office listed Emig as 79, but his obituary states that he was born on May 5, 1954, making him 72. Emig was working on the RV at his Pine Road home in Paradise Township when the hydraulic jack supporting it apparently slipped, causing the vehicle to fall on top of him on…
Vernon Funeral Director Accused Of Gambling Away 170 People's Money Accepts Prison Deal Vernon Funeral Director Accused Of Gambling Away 170 People's Money Accepts Prison Deal Vernon Funeral Director Accused Of Gambling Away 170 People's Money Accepts Prison Deal
Vernon Funeral Director Accused Of Gambling Away 170 People's Money Accepts Prison Deal A former Connecticut funeral director accused of using families’ prepaid funeral money to bankroll casino trips has agreed to a deal that calls for seven-and-a-half years in prison. Phillip Pietras, 51, accepted the terms Friday, Sept. 18, in Rockville Superior Court before Judge Christopher Griffin. His formal guilty plea is scheduled for Oct. 23, with sentencing set for Jan. 22, authorities said.  The deal calls for a 15-year sentence, suspended after seven-and-a-half years. It covers one count of first-degree larceny and four counts of intent to defraud through a funeral contract. …
Inmate Found With Stab Wounds Dies In Maryland Prison; Homicide Unit Called In: State Police Inmate Found With Stab Wounds Dies In Maryland Prison; Homicide Unit Called In: State Police Inmate Found With Stab Wounds Dies In Maryland Prison; Homicide Unit Called In: State Police
Inmate Found With Stab Wounds Dies In Maryland Prison; Homicide Unit Called In: State Police An inmate was found stabbed inside a Maryland prison late Monday night. The man was found suffering from apparent stab wounds inside his housing unit at the Maryland Correctional and Training Center in Hagerstown on Monday, according to Maryland State Police. Emergency medical personnel pronounced him dead at the prison. His name has not been released as authorities work to notify his family. At around 10 p.m. on Sept. 21, the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit was called in by investigators at the facility to probe a reported inmate death. State Police investigators responded alongside…
Bomb Threat Posted On Sterling Muslim Center's Own Instagram Page Leads To Arrest: Sheriff Bomb Threat Posted On Sterling Muslim Center's Own Instagram Page Leads To Arrest: Sheriff Bomb Threat Posted On Sterling Muslim Center's Own Instagram Page Leads To Arrest: Sheriff
Bomb Threat Posted On Sterling Muslim Center's Own Instagram Page Leads To Arrest: Sheriff A threat buried in an Instagram comment got the attention of investigators in Virginia. What followed was a multi-agency investigation, several search warrants and the arrest of a 50-year-old man accused of threatening to bring an explosive device to an event at the All Dulles Area Muslim Society Center, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. Investigators were alerted after someone posted the threatening comment on the ADAMS Center's Instagram page, authorities announced on Monday, Sept. 21. The message indicated that someone intended to deliver an explosive device to an event …
Victim Dies Week After Firefighters Pull Them From Danbury House Fire: Police Victim Dies Week After Firefighters Pull Them From Danbury House Fire: Police Victim Dies Week After Firefighters Pull Them From Danbury House Fire: Police
Victim Dies Week After Firefighters Pull Them From Danbury House Fire: Police A person who was trapped inside a burning home last week has died from their injuries, authorities announced on Monday. Sept. 21.  Danbury firefighters were called to a home shortly after 1 p.m. on Sept. 14 and were told that someone could be trapped inside, authorities said.  Firefighters pushed their way inside, found the individual, and began providing medical care. Paramedics rushed them to an area hospital.  The Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner announced Monday that the victim had died.  Authorities didn't release the victim's name.  The Danb…
Man Found Hanging From Tree In Upper Marlboro Sparks Death Investigation: Police Man Found Hanging From Tree In Upper Marlboro Sparks Death Investigation: Police Man Found Hanging From Tree In Upper Marlboro Sparks Death Investigation: Police
Man Found Hanging From Tree In Upper Marlboro Sparks Death Investigation: Police A disturbing discovery in Maryland prompted a death investigation after a man was found hanging from a tree, police said. Officers were called to the 9300 block of D’Arcy Road in the unincorporated Upper Marlboro area of Prince George’s County at approximately 7:55 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20, where the man was found hanging. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Prince George’s County Police detectives and evidence technicians responded and began interviewing witnesses and examining evidence as investigators worked to determine what happened. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner also res…