Author: Breaking Local News Report
Queens, NY — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s help in finding Martha Mendez, a 14-year-old girl reported missing within the 104 Precinct in Queens. Martha was last seen at her residence on Thursday, July 25, around 8:30 a.m. She is described as a Hispanic female with a light complexion, standing 5 feet, 3 inches tall, and weighing approximately 147 pounds. Martha was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, blue jeans, and pink crocs. The police have released media of the missing teenager and urge anyone with information on her whereabouts to come forward to assist…
BRONX, NY—An attempted robbery targeting a 15-year-old male occurred on Wednesday afternoon in front of 677 Van Nest Avenue, but no injuries were reported following the incident. The attack took place at approximately 1:30 PM, as three unidentified individuals approached the victim from behind. The assailants demanded the victim’s belongings and proceeded to punch and kick him multiple times. Despite their efforts, they were unable to obtain any of the victim’s property and subsequently fled the scene on foot, heading southbound on Van Nest Avenue. Descriptions of the suspects have been provided by the police: The first individual is a…
BRONX, NY—A 62-year-old man was assaulted and robbed on Thursday afternoon opposite 2865 White Plains Road, resulting in injuries that required hospital care. The incident occurred at approximately 4:15 PM when two unidentified men engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim before physically attacking him. The assailants punched the victim in the face, causing a laceration to his lip, and forcibly removed his glasses. Following the attack, the individuals fled the scene on foot, heading westbound on Arnow Avenue. The victim was subsequently transported by EMS to Montefiore Medical Center Wakefield Campus, where he was listed in stable condition.…
DUMFRIES, VA—A significant breakthrough has occurred in the investigation of a fatal hit and run incident that took place on July 20 at the Oasis at Montclair Apartment complex. Keith Anthony McBride, 41, from Manassas, was arrested on Thursday by the Virginia Beach City police. The tragic incident, which occurred in the parking lot located in the 16400 block of Stedham Circle, involved McBride allegedly attempting to steal Jose Vasquez Galvan’s vehicle. During the theft, Galvan, a 37-year-old resident of Dumfries, was fatally struck. There is reportedly no known connection between McBride and Galvan. McBride faces charges of felony murder,…
BRONX, NY—A man was found fatally stabbed early Saturday morning at 1117 Westchester Avenue, prompting a police investigation. The incident was reported to authorities around 7:01 AM within the confines of the 41st Precinct. Upon their arrival, police officers discovered an unidentified male with a stab wound to the torso. Emergency Medical Services were promptly called to the scene and transported the victim to Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. Currently, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is continuing. The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of his family. Authorities are…
JACKSON, NJ—The local Knights of Columbus are gearing up to host their 1st Annual Military Appreciation Day, set for Saturday, August 3, 2024, at their Council home on Bartley Road in Jackson. A rain date is scheduled for August 4. This inaugural event is dedicated to honoring and supporting both veterans and active military personnel. All proceeds from the event will benefit two significant causes: the Knights of Columbus’ Send a Hero Home for the Holidays program and Rebuilding Warriors. The Send a Hero Home program assists active military members from local New Jersey bases in traveling home for the…
NEW YORK, NY—An assault occurred late Tuesday night aboard a 7 train near 103 Street-Corona Plaza, involving a 26-year-old male victim and three unidentified assailants. The incident was reported to police around 11:50 PM on July 23. The confrontation began with a verbal dispute that escalated when the three individuals attacked the victim, striking him multiple times across his body and causing pain. Following the assault, the assailants remained on the train while the victim exited at 103 Street-Corona Plaza. The victim declined medical attention at the scene. The New York City Police Department is investigating the assault and seeking…
BRONX, NY—The New York City Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s help in locating Michael Texidor, a 28-year-old resident of the Bronx, who has been reported missing since early Saturday morning. Texidor was last seen at his residence at 1836 Holland Avenue within the confines of the 49th Precinct at around 3:00 AM on Saturday, July 27. He is described as a Black Hispanic male with a medium complexion, standing 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighing 250 pounds. At the time of his disappearance, Texidor was wearing a gray shirt, black shorts, and gray/white sneakers. Anyone with information…
DUBLIN, CA – A federal grand jury issued a superseding indictment against Darrell Wayne Smith, a former correctional officer at Federal Correctional Institution, Dublin, charging him with 15 counts of sexual abuse and a civil rights violation involving five female inmates. This updated indictment, issued yesterday, builds on initial charges from April 13, 2023, where Smith was accused of illegal sexual conduct with three inmates. The new indictment identifies two additional victims and extends the timeline of the alleged abuses back to August 2016. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco emphasized the commitment of the Department of Justice to addressing sexual…
SCRANTON – Carlos Rodriguez-Cruz, 33, currently an inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution in Schuylkill, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to an additional 30 months in prison for assaulting a federal corrections officer. This sentence was handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Julia K. Munley on July 25, 2024. Rodriguez-Cruz, originally from Puerto Rico, admitted to the assault which occurred on October 6, 2023. The confrontation escalated when he punched the officer during an incident at the facility. His plea followed investigations by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Prisons Special Investigative Service. At the time of…