Author: Breaking Local News Report

PITTSBURGH, PA — A late-night shooting incident in Pittsburgh’s Sheraden neighborhood has left a man hospitalized after a bullet near his right eye grazed him. The shooting occurred just before 1:30 a.m. at the intersection of Narcissus Avenue and Bergman Street, prompted by a ShotSpotter alert. Upon arrival, Pittsburgh police located the victim on nearby Hillsboro Street. He reported that while walking his dog, an individual exited a vehicle, fired shots, and then sped away in the same car. Public Safety officials stated that the man was taken to the hospital in stable condition, conscious and alert throughout the ordeal.…

A tragic incident in Chicago has led to serious charges against local barbershop owner Anthony Moore, 47, following a fire in April 2023 that resulted in the death of a firefighter. Moore faces charges of wire fraud, insurance fraud, and forgery for his alleged role in orchestrating the arson of his own building located on the 12000 block of S. Wallace St. The Chicago Police Department has also charged Nicholas Virgil, 37, and Martez Cristler, 22, with murder and arson. These two men are accused of actually setting the fire that tragically killed firefighter Jermaine Pelt. According to prosecutors, Moore…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A tense barricade situation in Southeast Washington was peacefully resolved Sunday afternoon, according to D.C. police. The incident began around 4 p.m. on the 3200 block of 28th St., following an earlier shooting in the same area. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and an Emergency Response Team were dispatched to handle the barricade after officers found a man shot at approximately 2:45 p.m. The victim was discovered unconscious and not breathing. As part of the ongoing investigation into the shooting, MPD has issued a lookout for a man seen wearing a dark burgundy shirt paired with black shorts.…

AKRON, OH — Akron Police are currently investigating a fatal shooting at the Summit Lake Apartments, which claimed the life of a 24-year-old woman. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, around 12:26 a.m., when police were called to the scene. Upon arrival, officers discovered the young woman with a gunshot wound to her torso. She was promptly transported by EMS to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead shortly after her arrival. As of now, no suspect has been identified in connection with the shooting. The victim’s identity is being withheld as investigations continue. Detectives in…

FREEHOLD, NJ — This week, an audio recording was leaked alleging abusive behavior by Ross Licitra, the executive director of the Monmouth County SPCA and a Monmouth County Commissioner. The recording purportedly captures Licitra engaging in verbal abuse toward staff and volunteers at the shelter. Former employees have reported experiencing PTSD as a result of the alleged daily occurrences of verbal assault and mistreatment. Licitra earns $132,000 plus benefits to run the dog kennel. He is also an elected member of the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners. He was appointed to the position, a political patronage job, in 2015. He…

COLUMBUS, OH — A tragic incident occurred early Sunday morning in the Franklinton neighborhood, resulting in one fatality and another person hospitalized. Columbus police reported that the double shooting took place around 1:43 a.m. on the 300 block of South Glenwood Avenue. Jacob Coons, 25, was found deceased at the scene shortly after at 1:50 a.m. The second victim, whose identity has not been released, is receiving medical treatment and is expected to recover from their injuries. Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the shooting. The Columbus Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating the case and urges anyone…

ROCHESTER, NY — A mass shooting at Maplewood Park on Sunday evening has left one person dead and six others injured. Rochester Police were called to the scene on Bridge View Drive at approximately 6:20 p.m. following reports of a large gathering where shots were fired. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple victims with gunshot wounds and observed several people fleeing the area. One 20-year-old individual has succumbed to their injuries, while another victim is in life-threatening condition. Five additional individuals sustained relatively minor injuries and have been hospitalized. Transport to the hospitals varied, with some victims driven by private vehicles…

OCEAN CITY, MD – The Ocean City Police Department has announced that all southbound lanes at 26th Street and Philadelphia Avenue have been fully reopened as of 11:44 PM on July 28, 2024. The lanes were previously restricted due to a three-vehicle collision that caused significant traffic delays. Motorists were advised to expect delays and use alternative routes such as Baltimore Avenue while the area was cleared. The police have now confirmed that normal traffic flow has resumed and thank the community for their patience during the cleanup and investigation. Travelers are encouraged to stay informed on current road conditions…

GAITHERSBURG, MD – The Montgomery County Police have confirmed the recovery of six-year-old Fawzan Hassan’s body at Bohrer Park. The boy, who had been reported missing since approximately 3 PM on Saturday, July 27, 2024, was found in a pond at the park at 5:25 PM on Sunday. The search operation, led by the Montgomery County Police Managed Search Operations Team, involved extensive efforts from multiple agencies including the Maryland National Capital Park Police – Montgomery County Division, Gaithersburg Police, Maryland State Police, Montgomery County Fire Rescue, Mid-Atlantic DOGS Search and Rescue, along with numerous volunteers and community members. The…

NORWOOD, NJ – Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella has announced the arrest of Jisun Park, a 40-year-old man from Carrollton, Texas. Park faces multiple charges, including armed robbery, armed burglary, aggravated assault, and illegal possession of a weapon. This arrest follows a collaborative investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Chief Matthew Finck, and the Norwood Police Department, under Chief Christian Federici. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 27, at 12:20 PM when Norwood Police responded to a 911 call about an armed home invasion at a residence on Impatiens Way. Upon arrival, officers learned that a masked…