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NY Acting Coach Had Over 1,500 Child Porn Images, Discussed Raping Kids 'In Name Of Satan': DOJ NY Acting Coach Had Over 1,500 Child Porn Images, Discussed Raping Kids 'In Name Of Satan': DOJ
NY Acting Coach Had Over 1,500 Child Porn Images, Discussed Raping Kids 'In Name Of Satan': DOJ A former acting teacher in New York City was caught with thousands of illicit images depicting child sexual abuse, federal prosecutors said. FBI agents arrested Samuel Gonzales, 31, of Brooklyn, following an undercover sting operation on Monday, April 28, according to the US Attorney’s Office. An investigation found that Gonzales–an actor, dancer, theater producer, and former acting teacher at a school in New York City–used an online messaging app to send child pornography to undercover agents, prosecutors alleged. In January and April 2023, he sent the undercover agent links containing o…
Community Rallies Around Families Of 3 Waterbury Brothers, Friend Killed In Crash Community Rallies Around Families Of 3 Waterbury Brothers, Friend Killed In Crash
Community Rallies Around Families Of 3 Waterbury Brothers, Friend Killed In Crash Hundreds of people have rallied to support the Waterbury family of three brothers who were killed when the car they were in crashed into a corner store last week. Brothers Kayden Torres, 20; Nelson Torres, 25; and Noel Torres, 15, died alongside Johnaven Puszka, 20, after the BMW they were in slammed into Hernandez Market at 45 Cherry St. around 12:45 a.m. Thursday, April 24, Waterbury police said. Related: Click Here To Read Initial Report The tragic deaths shook the community. A GoFundMe campaign created for the Torres brothers' mother had raised more than $28,000 toward its $50,000 go…
US Navy Loses $60M Fighter Jet After It Falls Off Aircraft Carrier US Navy Loses $60M Fighter Jet After It Falls Off Aircraft Carrier
US Navy Loses $60M Fighter Jet After It Falls Off Aircraft Carrier A US Navy fighter jet was lost at sea after falling from an aircraft carrier, the service announced. The incident occurred as the USS Harry S. Truman was conducting operations in the Red Sea, the Navy reported Monday, April 28.  The Truman has been deployed in the region since last September as part of a mission to help protect commercial shipping lanes from attacks by Houthi rebels in Yemen. The aircraft, an F/A-18E Super Hornet, was under tow in the carrier’s hangar bay when the move crew lost control of the jet. Both the fighter and a tow tractor went overboard.  All personne…
Father, Son Killed, Wife Badly Hurt, Firefighters Injured In Berks County House Fire: Officials Father, Son Killed, Wife Badly Hurt, Firefighters Injured In Berks County House Fire: Officials
Father, Son Killed, Wife Badly Hurt, Firefighters Injured In Berks County House Fire: Officials A father and son were killed, their wife and mother was badly injured, and several firefighters were hurt after a devastating house fire in Berks County, authorities announced. The fire broke out in the 700 block of White Bear Road in Robeson Township around 6:30 a.m. on Monday, April 28, according to the Robeson Township Police Department and Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal’s Office. The Geigertown Fire Chief arrived first and confirmed a working house fire, police said. Three victims were pulled from the home by responding crews and transported to Reading Hospital. Two of those vi…
Baby, Toddler Stabbed In Brutal Abingdon Attack; Manhunt Underway: Sheriff Baby, Toddler Stabbed In Brutal Abingdon Attack; Manhunt Underway: Sheriff
Baby, Toddler Stabbed In Brutal Abingdon Attack; Manhunt Underway: Sheriff An infant and a toddler were among five people injured during a brutal stabbing spree inside a Maryland home, and the suspect is still on the run, authorities said. Harford County Sheriff's deputies were called around 7:15 a.m. Sunday, April 27, to a home on Deerhill Circle in Abingdon for a domestic incident, according to the Sheriff's Office. When deputies arrived, they found two victims outside the residence and three more inside — including an 8-month-old baby and a 2-year-old child. The other victims were identified as Zeenat Jahan, 19, Rehana Rashid, 66, and Sana Zahid, 36. Official…
HOMICIDE: Man Shot Dead In Harrisburg Street, Police Say HOMICIDE: Man Shot Dead In Harrisburg Street, Police Say
Homicide: Man Shot Dead In Harrisburg Street, Police Say A man was shot and killed on a Harrisburg street, sparking a homicide investigation, police announced on Sunday, April 27. Officers rushed to Logan and Maclay Streets around 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, for reports of gunfire, according to a release by the Harrisburg Bureau of Police. They found an adult man suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately began emergency treatment before transporting him to a local hospital for advanced care, police said. The victim later died from his injuries. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact Harrisbur…
3 Killed After Small Plane Crashes Near Tennessee Airport 3 Killed After Small Plane Crashes Near Tennessee Airport
3 Killed After Small Plane Crashes Near Tennessee Airport All three individuals on board were killed after a small plane crashed in Tennessee. The Mooney M20TN went down south of Upper Cumberland Regional Airport in Sparta, about 95 miles east of Nashville, around noon local time on Saturday, April 26, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  The aircraft had reportedly departed from Alabama and was in its descent into the airport when the incident happened. The identities of the victims have not yet been released. The FAA and NTSB are investigating. The NTSB will be in charge of the investigation.
Two People Shot In Lancaster, Police Say Two People Shot In Lancaster, Police Say
Two People Shot In Lancaster, Police Say Gunfire erupted on a busy Lancaster street, leaving two people wounded, police announced late Saturday, April 26. Officers with the Lancaster City Bureau of Police were called to the 600 block of North Prince Street at 9:21 p.m. for reports of shots fired, authorities said. Minutes later, two victims were found with gunshot injuries. Both victims survived, and their injuries were determined to be non-life-threatening, police said. Detectives are still piecing together what happened, but investigators say there is no ongoing threat to the public. Anyone with information is urged to contact…
Man Dies After Ambler Officer Shot Him: Montco DA Man Dies After Ambler Officer Shot Him: Montco DA
Man Dies After Ambler Officer Shot Him: Montco DA The second officer involved shooting on Saturday, April 26 has turned fatal. A knife-wielding man was shot dead by police in Montgomery County, authorities announced on Sunday, April 27. The incident began with a 911 call for a suspicious person at 7:34 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office. Ambler Police officers responded to the area of Forrest Avenue and School Street, where they encountered 43-year-old Robert Aguilar Cholula of Ambler holding a large, butcher-style knife. Officers ordered Cholula to drop the knife, but he refused and …
Man Shot By Police After Allegedly Chasing Neighbors With Weapons In Buckingham Township: DA Man Shot By Police After Allegedly Chasing Neighbors With Weapons In Buckingham Township: DA
Man Shot By Police After Allegedly Chasing Neighbors With Weapons In Buckingham Township: DA A man was shot by police in Bucks County after crashing his van and chasing neighbors while shouting politically and religiously charged statements, authorities announced on Monday, April 28. The violence began around 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, when the man crashed into a parked car in the 4800 block of Redfield Road, according to the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office. When nearby residents came outside to check the commotion, the man aggressively pursued them with a weapon, forcing them to flee into their home and lock the doors. When a Buckingham Township police officer arrived o…
Man Shot To Death Steps From School In Schenectady Man Shot To Death Steps From School In Schenectady
Man Shot To Death Steps From School In Schenectady A homicide investigation is underway after a man was shot to death mere steps from a Capital Region school. The murder occurred in Schenectady, at a home on Hamburg Street north of Abbotsford Road, on Thursday afternoon, April 24. The scene was located directly across the street from the School at Northeast, a coed special education school for grades 6 through 12. Emergency crews responded to the three-story residence just before 1 p.m. for a report of a person with a weapon, Schenectady Police said. Arriving officers found a man who had been shot to death. Authorities were withholding t…
New Haven Police Address Those Serial Killer Rumors New Haven Police Address Those Serial Killer Rumors
New Haven Police Address Those Serial Killer Rumors Police are pushing back against rumors swirling online that a serial killer is behind the death of a 60-year-old New Haven woman whose body was found last month. Investigators said there is currently "no indication of any criminality" connected to her disappearance and death. Denise Leary was first reported missing in late September 2024, and her remains were found just a short distance from her home in March. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled her cause of death "undetermined," and officials said there were "no signs of foul play" discovered during the autopsy. In a detailed st…
Ski-Masked Attacker Ambushes Hatfield Resident Outside Home: Police Ski-Masked Attacker Ambushes Hatfield Resident Outside Home: Police
Ski-Masked Attacker Ambushes Hatfield Resident Outside Home: Police A Hatfield resident was ambushed and assaulted by a ski-masked suspect while stepping out of their home early Thursday morning, police announced on Thursday, April 24. The violent attack happened around 4:30 a.m. on the 2000 block of Maple Avenue in Hatfield Township, Montgomery County, according to police. The victim had just exited their front door when they were suddenly assaulted by a person wearing gloves and a ski mask, investigators said. The attacker fled the scene before officers arrived. Emergency responders with the Volunteer Medical Service Corps rushed the victim to Grand Vie…
Police Investigation Shuts Down Road In Warwick, Restricts Traffic (DEVELOPING) Police Investigation Shuts Down Road In Warwick, Restricts Traffic (DEVELOPING)
Police Investigation Shuts Down Road In Warwick, Restricts Traffic (Developing) Heavy police activity on an Orange County street on Thursday, April 24 has prompted traffic restrictions as investigators carry out an ongoing operation, police said. According to the Town of Warwick Police Department, officers are working alongside the New York State Police on Little York Road as part of an active investigation. The nature of the investigation has not yet been disclosed.   As of Thursday at noon, only residents are being allowed access to the area. Police said there is no threat to public safety, but warned that activity in the area is expected to continue throug…
Body Found After Fiery Solo Crash On Rural Montco Road: PA State Police Body Found After Fiery Solo Crash On Rural Montco Road: PA State Police
Body Found After Fiery Solo Crash On Rural Montco Road: PA State Police A person was found dead following a harrowing overnight crash on a back road in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Thursday, April 24. Troopers were called to the scene of the wreck along Badman Road near Whites Mill Road in Salford Township around 2:41 a.m., where they discovered a single vehicle crash with a fatality, according to the Skippack station. It’s not yet known if the deceased was driving or if the operator fled the scene before authorities arrived, investigators said. A positive identification has not yet been made, and the crash remains under active inv…
Two Fairfax County Officers Shot During Traffic Stop; Suspect in Custody​: Police Two Fairfax County Officers Shot During Traffic Stop; Suspect in Custody​: Police
Two Fairfax County Officers Shot During Traffic Stop; Suspect in Custody​: Police Two officers were shot during a traffic stop in Virginia on Wednesday afternoon, police say. Officers from the Fairfax County Police Department conducted a traffic stop shortly after 3:15 p.m. on April 23 in the 4000 block of Magestic Lane in Greenbriar. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, both officers were taken to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation of what were described as non-life-threatening injuries. A shooting suspect was taken into custody, officials said. As a result of the ongoing investigation, Majestic Lane is closed between Route 50 and Meadow Hill …
5 Labradoodle Puppies Stolen From Amish Barn: PA State Police 5 Labradoodle Puppies Stolen From Amish Barn: PA State Police
5 Labradoodle Puppies Stolen From Amish Barn: PA State Police Five Labradoodle puppies were stolen from an Amish farm in Leacock Township, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Tuesday, April 22. The theft happened sometime between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Monday, April 21, at a barn and shop located in the 3500 block of Scenic Road in Lancaster County, according to Trooper Benitez from the Lancaster Patrol Unit. An unknown person entered the barn without using force and took the five 9-week-old puppies, state police said. A black home phone box was also stolen, and a piece of notepad paper with what is believed to be the suspect's phone number was remo…
Child Struck By Vehicle On Rt 30: PA State Police Child Struck By Vehicle On Rt 30: PA State Police
Child Struck By Vehicle On Rt 30: PA State Police A child was hit by a vehicle in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania State Police confirmed on Wednesday, April 23. The collision happened in the area of Mcilvaine Road and Lincoln Highway East (Route 30) in Paradise Township at 11:04 a.m., according to Lancaster County-Wide Communications. MEDIC 06-10 and Intercourse EMS (INT 401) responded to the scene. No information about the child’s condition has been released. The Pennsylvania State Police are leading the investigation.
Man With Gun Prompts Investigation In Peekskill, 1 In Custody Man With Gun Prompts Investigation In Peekskill, 1 In Custody
Man With Gun Prompts Investigation In Peekskill, 1 In Custody A report of a man with a gun in Westchester prompted a swift police response Tuesday morning, April 22, leading to one arrest, authorities said. Officers were called to the area of Ridge Street and Franklin Street in Peekskill around 9:05 a.m. on Tuesday for a report of a supsect with a firearm, Peekskill Police Chief Leo Dylewski announced.  One person was taken into custody at the scene. Police have not yet released the suspect’s name or details about the weapon. The case remains under investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Peekskill Police Dete…
Teen Killed In Alexandria Parking Lot Shooting Identified By Police Teen Killed In Alexandria Parking Lot Shooting Identified By Police
Teen Killed In Alexandria Parking Lot Shooting Identified By Police Police in Virginia have identified the 19-year-old shot and killed in a weekend parking lot attack outside an Alexandria apartment complex. Officers responded to the 2200 block of Canterbury Square around 10:15 p.m. Saturday, April 19, and found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds on the ground, according to the Alexandria Police Department. First responders rushed in and began life-saving efforts, but the victim — identified Monday as Deaundre Jack, of Alexandria — died at the scene. Detectives canvassed the complex and processed evidence overnight. Now, they’re re-canvassing the…
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse Stolen With $3K, ID Inside: Report Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse Stolen With $3K, ID Inside: Report
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse Stolen With $3K, ID Inside: Report Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse — containing thousands in cash — was reportedly stolen on Easter Sunday. According to reports, Noem was eating dinner at a DC restaurant when an unknown thief stole her purse, which contained $3,000 in cash, an ID badge, passport, driver's license and other valuable items. The incident was first reported by CNN. "The Secret Service, which provides security for Noem, reviewed security camera footage at the restaurant and saw an unknown white male wearing a medical mask steal her bag and leave the restaurant," a law enforcement source told the …
Victim ID'd In Fatal Trenton Double Shooting: Prosecutor Victim ID'd In Fatal Trenton Double Shooting: Prosecutor
Victim ID'd In Fatal Trenton Double Shooting: Prosecutor A 38-year-old Trenton resident has been identified as the man killed in a fatal double shooting on Saturday, April 19, authorities said. At 4:14 a.m., officers were in the area of East State Street and heard multiple gunshots, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta Marbrey said. Officers rushed to the 200 block of East State Street and discovered Marquis Skillman, 38, and a woman, 39, with gunshot wounds, Marbrey said. Skillman was pronounced dead soon after while the woman had non-life-threatening injuries after being shot in the leg, Marbrey said. No arrests have been made and the investigation…
Man Killed, Woman Injured In Trenton Shooting: Prosecutor (PHOTOS) Man Killed, Woman Injured In Trenton Shooting: Prosecutor (PHOTOS)
Man Killed, Woman Injured In Trenton Shooting: Prosecutor (Photos) A man was killed and a woman was injured in an early morning shooting Saturday, April 19 in Trenton, authorities said. The gunfire erupted around 4:14 a.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2025, near the 200 block of East State Street, according to Casey DeBlasio, spokesperson for the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office. Trenton police were already nearby when they heard multiple gunshots. At the same time, a ShotSpotter activation alerted officers to the location, DeBlasio said. When police arrived, they found two adults—a man and a woman—suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were rushed to Cap…
3 Children Among 5 Found Dead In Carbon Monoxide Incident, Authorities Say 3 Children Among 5 Found Dead In Carbon Monoxide Incident, Authorities Say
3 Children Among 5 Found Dead In Carbon Monoxide Incident, Authorities Say A man, woman and three children were found dead inside an Ohio home in what authorities believe was a case of carbon monoxide poisoning. The victims were discovered on Tuesday, April 15, after a call to 911 at around 10:45 a.m. reported multiple unresponsive individuals inside a residence in Clay Township, on State Route 7, according to Gallia County Sheriff Matt Champlin. Gallia County is located in southeast Ohio and borders West Virginia. When emergency personnel arrived, it was confirmed that the five had died inside the residence, Champlin said. The Gallia County Coroner has foun…
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Same Harding Home For Second Time This Week: Police Firefighters Battle Blaze At Same Harding Home For Second Time This Week: Police
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Same Harding Home For Second Time This Week: Police Firefighters were on scene of a large house fire in Harding on the morning of Thursday, April 17, authorities said, the second blaze this week at the location. First responders were on scene at the home on Shalebrook Drive at 5:30 a.m., Harding Police Chief Michael Gromek said. Multiple fire departments responded to battle the blaze, Gromek said. The fire was eventually brought under control and no injuries were reported, Gromek said. Local, county and state officials are investigating, Gromek said. Gromek told News12 New Jersey there was a fire at the same home earlier in the week, and th…
Woodbridge Man, 73, Found Dead After House Fire: Investigation Underway Woodbridge Man, 73, Found Dead After House Fire: Investigation Underway
Woodbridge Man, 73, Found Dead After House Fire: Investigation Underway A 73-year-old man died in a townhouse fire that broke out in Woodbridge early Thursday morning, officials said. Firefighters and police rushed to the 14100 block of Madrigal Drive just after 6:20 a.m. on April 17, where they found heavy smoke coming from the front of the home, according to the Prince William County Police Department and Professional Firefighters Local 2598. Crews began a rapid search after bystanders advised that someone might still be trapped inside. One man — the homeowner — was pulled from the home and pronounced dead at the scene. Police confirmed the victim was a 73-…
Inmate Dies From Fentanyl Overdose Days After Arrest In Lancaster County Prison: Coroner Inmate Dies From Fentanyl Overdose Days After Arrest In Lancaster County Prison: Coroner
Inmate Dies From Fentanyl Overdose Days After Arrest In Lancaster County Prison: Coroner The death of Chaz Lowery, a 27-year-old man found unresponsive in his Lancaster County Prison cell just two days after his arrest, has been ruled an accidental overdose, according to the county coroner's office. Lowery, originally from Hanover and most recently living in Harrisburg, died from complications of acute fentanyl toxicity, Lancaster County Coroner Dr. Stephen Diamantoni announced in a release dated Monday, March 17. He was found by a correctional officer during a routine cell check at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 15. CPR was performed, but Lowery was pronounced dead at 8:14 a.m…
Second Suspect Sought After Deadly Harrisburg Shooting Sparks Manhunt Second Suspect Sought After Deadly Harrisburg Shooting Sparks Manhunt
Second Suspect Sought After Deadly Harrisburg Shooting Sparks Manhunt A second man is now wanted in connection to a deadly shooting that left a 26-year-old Harrisburg resident dead, authorities announced on Thursday, April 17. Teriq Coleman, 22, has been charged with Murder, Conspiracy to Commit Murder, Person Not to Possess a Firearm, and Carrying a Firearm Without a License, according to the Harrisburg Police. Coleman is being charged alongside Aaron S. Hurtt, 23, who was named earlier this week as the primary suspect in the April 14 shooting at North 4th and Muench streets. The victim, Omari Wilson Jr., 26, was shot multiple times around 7:45 p.m. Monday.…
Man Dies After Being Pulled From Burning Home In Bowie Man Dies After Being Pulled From Burning Home In Bowie
Man Dies After Being Pulled From Burning Home In Bowie A man pulled from a house fire in Maryland died from his injuries, authorities in Prince George's County confirmed. Shortly after 9 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, crews were called to the 11000 block of Elon Drive in Bowie, where firefighters were met by flames coming from a two-story home with smoke showing. According to the Prince George's County Fire Department, a man was rescued by first responders and he was rushed to an area hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Crews returned to the area on Wednesday morning to canvass the neighborhood to discuss home escape planning, fire…
9-Year-Old Girl Killed In Newark Fire, Two Children Hospitalized: Prosecutor 9-Year-Old Girl Killed In Newark Fire, Two Children Hospitalized: Prosecutor
9-Year-Old Girl Killed In Newark Fire, Two Children Hospitalized: Prosecutor A 9-year-old girl was killed in a fire in Newark on Wednesday, April 16, authorities said. The girl was one of eight children who lived at the home on Astor Street, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said. She was taken to University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 2 a.m., authorities said. Two other children were injured and taken to area hospitals, authorities said. The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation, authorities said.
Dispute Leads To Shooting In Yonkers: Suspect At Large Dispute Leads To Shooting In Yonkers: Suspect At Large
Dispute Leads To Shooting In Yonkers: Suspect At Large Police are searching for a suspect after a woman was shot during a dispute in Westchester County.  The incident happened just before 10 p.m. on Sunday, April 13, at a residence on Riverview Place in Yonkers, Detective Sgt. Frank DiDomizio of the Yonkers Police Department said on Tuesday, April 15.  Responding officers and detectives found a 39-year-old woman with a single gunshot wound to her arm. She was treated at a local hospital and is currently in stable condition, police said. A preliminary investigation revealed the woman was shot by someone known to her following a verbal…