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New Plea Issued In Cold Case Killing Of Lebanon Boy Jason Rivera New Plea Issued In Cold Case Killing Of Lebanon Boy Jason Rivera
New Plea Issued In Cold Case Killing Of Lebanon Boy Jason Rivera More than four years after 13-year-old Jason Rivera was gunned down outside a South Lebanon Township apartment complex, investigators are making another emotional plea for answers in the still-unsolved homicide tied to a deadly trail of violence stretching into Maryland. Jason Rivera’s life was cut short on Feb. 15, 2022, when he was shot 12 times outside his uncle’s apartment in South Lebanon Township. The seventh grader’s murder weapon — a Glock 26 — later became a key piece in a broader investigation connected to multiple violent crimes in Maryland. The same gun was linked to a drive-by …
Methadone, Xanax, Guns Seized After Route 50 Traffic Stop In Maryland: State Police Methadone, Xanax, Guns Seized After Route 50 Traffic Stop In Maryland: State Police
Methadone, Xanax, Guns Seized After Route 50 Traffic Stop In Maryland: State Police A Maryland traffic stop turned into a major bust after troopers found two loaded guns and drugs inside a pickup, police said. Maryland State Police said they arrested William Stephen Lanham Jr., 40, of Salisbury on Saturday, Sept. 20, after pulling him over in Talbot County. Shortly after 8 p.m., a trooper from the Easton Barrack stopped a Chevrolet pickup truck on U.S. Route 50 near Lomax Street for suspected impaired driving. While conducting the stop, police said the trooper “observed multiple criminal indicators” — and the search turned up two loaded firearms along with suspected metha…
Man Who Shot PA Police Officer After 30-Mile Chase Sentenced Up To 80 Years Man Who Shot PA Police Officer After 30-Mile Chase Sentenced Up To 80 Years
Man Who Shot PA Police Officer After 30-Mile Chase Sentenced Up To 80 Years A Pennsylvania man who shot a Monroeville police officer and led police on a 30-mile chase has been sentenced to up to 80 years in prison, Westmoreland County District Attorney Nicole W. Ziccarelli announced on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. Bruce Alvarado, 40, of Clairton, was convicted on all counts by a jury in June after a nearly week-long trial, prosecutors said. Common Pleas Judge Meagan Bilik-DeFazio imposed the decades-long sentence Thursday. Authorities said Alvarado fired six shots into a Monroeville police cruiser in November 2023, striking the officer in the wrist and leg. The officer…
Naked Waldorf Teen Caught With Gun, Cash, Weed After Violent Assault, Sheriff Says Naked Waldorf Teen Caught With Gun, Cash, Weed After Violent Assault, Sheriff Says
Naked Waldorf Teen Caught With Gun, Cash, Weed After Violent Assault, Sheriff Says He ditched the clothes, but couldn’t shed the charges. A Maryland teen accused of beating and choking a woman took off running half-naked with a loaded ghost gun and over a pound of weed, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Ky-Mari Monte Bowman, 18, was arrested around 10:45 p.m. on Friday, July 18, after a patrol officer spotted a woman running from a man in a car near Golden Eagle Place in Waldorf, authorities said. As the officer approached, Bowman sped off, struck a curb, and disabled the vehicle, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office said. He bailed out with a red bac…
Snowplow Killer On The Run: Suspect In Howard County School Shooting Fled US: Police Snowplow Killer On The Run: Suspect In Howard County School Shooting Fled US: Police
Snowplow Killer On The Run: Suspect In Howard County School Shooting Fled US: Police A snowplow driver was shot dead while clearing snow at a Maryland school—and now, police say the killer skipped town. The man wanted in the cold-blooded killing of Gwynn Oak resident Alex Ramirez Garcia outside a school parking lot has fled the United States, police in Howard County confirmed Thursday, June 5. An arrest warrant is out for Alexander Molina Rodriguez, 25, of Gwynn Oak, who is wanted for first-degree murder and firearm violations in the death of Garcia, 37. Garcia was working as a private snowplow driver clearing snow outside a Montessori school in the 4400 block of Mont…
34 Victims Targeted In $155K ‘Bank Jugging’ Crime Spree Across Maryland, DC: AG 34 Victims Targeted In $155K ‘Bank Jugging’ Crime Spree Across Maryland, DC: AG
34 Victims Targeted In $155K ‘Bank Jugging’ Crime Spree Across Maryland, DC: AG It started with a simple errand—cash a check, make a deposit, grab some quick cash from the ATM. But dozens of unsuspecting Marylanders never made it home without being ambushed, beaten, threatened, or shot at by two organized crews who police say terrorized neighborhoods for nearly a year in a violent $155,000 “bank jugging” spree. Now, seven men are facing a mountain of charges, including gang activity, armed carjacking, armed robbery, assault, firearms violations, and even attempted murder, Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced Friday, May 9. Those charged are: Tyriq Jayro…
Shots Fired At Police Officer Lands Reading Man Homicide Attempt Charge: Berks DA Shots Fired At Police Officer Lands Reading Man Homicide Attempt Charge: Berks DA
Shots Fired At Police Officer Lands Reading Man Homicide Attempt Charge: Berks DA A 22-year-old man was arrested after allegedly firing multiple gunshots at police officers during a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle, the Berks County District Attorney's office announced on Wednesday, Dec. 18. The incident began when officers spotted a stolen Toyota Camry on Cotton Street around 8:01 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17, as detailed in the DA's release. When they attempted a traffic stop, the driver, later identified as Davius Manuel Ortiz, fled on foot, leading police through alleys and backyards. During the chase, Ortiz reportedly fired at least seven shots at officers and nearby …
Alleged Kidnapper Shot Victim While Trying To Restrain Them In Western Mass Basement: DA Alleged Kidnapper Shot Victim While Trying To Restrain Them In Western Mass Basement: DA
Alleged Kidnapper Shot Victim While Trying To Restrain Them In Western Mass Basement: DA A Berkshire County man is accused of attempting to kill a man he had kidnapped on Thursday evening, May 9, authorities said.  Nicholas Lighten, 35, of Dalton, faces 10 major felonies from the alleged violent attack, the Berkshire County District Attorney said. He is being held without bond pending a dangerousness hearing. If he is given bail, it will be set at $500,000, the prosecutor said.  Police were sent to Lighten's home at 43 Housatonic Street in Dalton on Thursday after his alleged victim drove himself to Berkshire Medical Center and explained that he had been kidnappe…
MD Ex-Con Barred From Owning Firearms Busted With Stolen Gun In New Year's Stop: Police MD Ex-Con Barred From Owning Firearms Busted With Stolen Gun In New Year's Stop: Police
MD Ex-Con Barred From Owning Firearms Busted With Stolen Gun In New Year's Stop: Police A 43-year-old Maryland man barred from owning firearms was busted with a stolen gun during a holiday traffic stop, police said. While conducting the routine traffic stop for a violation, St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Deputies found James Richard Nelson Jr. had a loaded firearm on Monday, Jan. 1, the sheriff's office said. A subsequent investigation, including a check of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), revealed that Nelson is prohibited from owning firearms due to prior criminal convictions. Furthermore, it was found that the gun in his possession had been reported stolen …
Man Involved In Central Mass Standoff Pleads Not Guilty, Held Without Bail Man Involved In Central Mass Standoff Pleads Not Guilty, Held Without Bail
Man Involved In Central Mass Standoff Pleads Not Guilty, Held Without Bail A man who held Worcester police at bay during a two-hour standoff last week pleaded not guilty to all charges on Monday, July 17, authorities said. A judge ordered held without bail, authorities said.  Jonathan Lugo, 27, of Worcester, was accused of threatening people with a gun on Culver Street Friday afternoon, but when police arrived he refused to drop the weapon, Worcester police said. He instead fled along Dorchester Street and ran inside an apartment on Cutler Street and would not come out Police called in a mental health expert and a SWAT team to prepare for any outcome. Officer…
96 Packs Of Heroin Found On Western Mass Convict During Arrest: Police 96 Packs Of Heroin Found On Western Mass Convict During Arrest: Police
96 Packs Of Heroin Found On Western Mass Convict During Arrest: Police A man from Western Massachusetts who has been convicted of three drug offenses is now looking at a fourth after he was arrested this week, according to authorities.  Luis Yantin, of West Springfield and formerly of Springfield, was arrested at the Springfield Inn on Riverdale Street around 6 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28, West Springfield Police report.  Arrested – Luis Yantin (1573 Riverdale St. West Springfield and formerly of Orange St. in Springfield)) Charges: (1)... Posted by West Springfield Police Department on Thursday, June 29, 2023 Investigators searched Yantin's room and fou…
Weapons, Drugs Seized From Dubious Duo During During Search In St. Mary's County, Sheriff Says Weapons, Drugs Seized From Dubious Duo During During Search In St. Mary's County, Sheriff Says
Weapons, Drugs Seized From Dubious Duo During During Search In St. Mary's County, Sheriff Says Two men are in hot water with the law after being busted in St. Mary’s County with a host of drugs and illegal weapons during a search, authorities announced. Christopher Jujuan Commodore, 24, and Rahjon Jordan Adams, 23, both of Lexington Park, were arrested and face various charges following the execution of search and seizure warrants on Thursday, May 25, in the 22000 block of Valley Estates Drive. During the execution of the warrants in Lexington Park, Commodore was found to be in possession of: Loaded Glock 23C semi-automatic handgun with an extended magazine; Oxycodone pills; Suboxo…
Nearly 2 Pounds Of Cocaine Seized In Western Mass Bust Following Gunshot: Police Nearly 2 Pounds Of Cocaine Seized In Western Mass Bust Following Gunshot: Police
Nearly 2 Pounds Of Cocaine Seized In Western Mass Bust Following Gunshot: Police A gunshot Monday night, March 27, led police to two people carrying almost a kilo of cocaine, authorities said.  Kelly McCarthy, 36, of Hampden, and Lennox Neath, 45, of Springfield, face several charges following their arrest, Springfield police said.  Officers received a ShotSpotter alert around 10 p.m. that led them to the area of Grand and Revere streets. Police searched the area and found McCarthy driving nearby. They pulled his car over and found a loaded gun and a large bag of cocaine stuffed between the driver and the passenger Neath.  Kelly McCarthy was charged with…
(UPDATED) Fatal Shooting: Cops Bust 2 In Western Mass Killing (UPDATED) Fatal Shooting: Cops Bust 2 In Western Mass Killing
(Updated) Fatal Shooting: Cops Bust 2 In Western Mass Killing Less than a week after a man was fatally shot in Hampden County, police say they've found his killers.  Christina Guzman, 32, was captured near the intersection of Bloomfield and Oakland streets in Springfield on Friday, March 24, just before 8:45 a.m., authorities said.  Simultaneously, in another part of the city, Springfield police followed Rafael Calo as he left his Woodside Terrace home, authorities continued. They arrested him soon after near the intersection of Leyfred Terrace and Dickinson Street. Officers said Calo had a large-capacity pistol with him when they put t…
Fatal Shooting: Police Nab 28-Year-Old In 2022 Western Mass Slaying Fatal Shooting: Police Nab 28-Year-Old In 2022 Western Mass Slaying
Fatal Shooting: Police Nab 28-Year-Old In 2022 Western Mass Slaying Police in Hampden County say they've captured a 28-year-old man wanted for slaying in Springfield after searching for him for months, authorities said.  Ricky Brown, 28, of West Springfield, faces several charges in the Aug. 21 shooting after police arrested him on Wednesday, March 22, Springfield police said.  Brown is accused of shooting 28-year-old John Rivera of Springfield around 1:45 a.m. in the 0-100 block of Longhill Street, officials said. Paramedics rushed Rivera to Baystate Medical Center, where he died of his wounds.  Police zeroed in on Brown for the killing and…
Western PA Officers Shooting Suspect ID'd, Arrested By US Marshals: Authorities Western PA Officers Shooting Suspect ID'd, Arrested By US Marshals: Authorities
Western PA Officers Shooting Suspect ID'd, Arrested By US Marshals: Authorities The man accused of shooting act law enforcement officers in western Pennsylvania on Feb. 27, 2023— which sent multiple schools into lockdowns— has been identified and arrested authorities announced on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Eric Nathaniel Durah Jr., 25, was arrested at his Penn Hills home on March 16, according to the release.  No law enforcement officers were hurt when he allegedly opened fire at  "agents and task force officers with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (PAOAG) Narcotics Task Force were following a narcotic suspect’s vehicle in unmarked vehicles," around 1:45 p.…
Springfield Police End Months-Long Investigation With Cocaine, Gun Bust Springfield Police End Months-Long Investigation With Cocaine, Gun Bust
Springfield Police End Months-Long Investigation With Cocaine, Gun Bust Springfield police said they recovered more than 200 grams of crack, an illegal gun and ammo, and more than $6,000 in cash following an investigation that lasted months.  Jerry Frank, 54, of Springfield, faces charges of firearm violation with three prior violent/drug offenses, convicted felon in possession of a firearm, trafficking cocaine, improper storage of a firearm, possession of ammo with an FID card, possession with intent to distribute a Class B drug, authorities said.  Officers began investigating Frank months ago and arrested him on Dec. 1 following a morning traffic st…
East Longfellow Man Trafficked Enough Fentanyl To Kill 200,000 Users: Police East Longfellow Man Trafficked Enough Fentanyl To Kill 200,000 Users: Police
East Longfellow Man Trafficked Enough Fentanyl To Kill 200,000 Users: Police Police arrested an East Longfellow man recently on charges of trafficking a large amount of fentanyl and firearm violation, federal authorities said.  Carlos Gonzalez, 25, appeared for the first time in a Boston federal courtroom last month for allegedly bringing 400 grams of the synthetic opioid into Massachusetts, the Department of Justice said. For context, the DEA reports that 2 milligrams of fentanyl can be deadly depending on a person's size, weight, and tolerance, which means 200,000 people could have potentially overdosed on the haul police say Gonzales had. Investigators a…
Drugs, Unlicensed Gun Found During Traffic Stop In York Drugs, Unlicensed Gun Found During Traffic Stop In York
Drugs, Unlicensed Gun Found During Traffic Stop In York Drugs and an illegal firearm were seized, and an arrest was made during a traffic stop in York over the weekend, according to city police. Patrolmen stopped a vehicle in the 1st block of West Cottage Place at 12:20 a.m. on Sunday. During the stop, officers spotted a passenger in the rear of the vehicle to openly possessing drugs. When the known suspect was removed from the vehicle, a handgun was found at his feet. The suspect was know to police and was not permitted to possess firearms.  They have been charged with felony firearms violations as well as drug violations. The suspect…