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Hockessin, DE – Delaware State Police have apprehended 24-year-old Brandon Robertaccio of Hockessin for his involvement in an attempted robbery at a local Shell gas station. The incident occurred on July 23, 2024, at around 11:49 AM at the Shell gas station located at 7441 Lancaster Pike. According to police reports, a white male suspect approached the checkout counter, where a cashier and two children were present. The suspect, concealing his hand under his shirt to imply he was armed, demanded money from the register. When the cashier refused to comply, the suspect fled the scene in a gray SUV…

Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department has issued a wanted alert for Amir Jones, a 30-year-old Black male, in connection with a triple murder and additional non-fatal shootings. The incident occurred on the 1200 block of N Alden Street on July 21, 2024, at approximately 2:00 AM. Suspect Description: Age: 30 Race: Black male Last Seen Wearing: Camouflaged shorts and a white tee shirt The public is advised not to approach the suspect if seen and to contact 911 immediately. Additional tips can be submitted by dialing 215.686.TIPS (8477) or texting the same number. An electronic form is also…

Harrisburg, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has initiated a lawsuit against Brothers All Around Service, LLC and its owner, John McDonald, for employing illegal contracts and failing to complete contracted home improvement jobs in Allegheny County. The lawsuit follows multiple consumer complaints about the company’s practices. The Office of Attorney General’s lawsuit claims that Brothers All Around Service demanded significant upfront payments from consumers, failed to complete the work, and then actively avoided customer inquiries. In some instances, the company did not issue refunds and went as far as blocking customers’ phone numbers to avoid contact. According to the…

Philadelphia, PA – District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Wednesday that a Philadelphia jury has convicted Kelechi J. Chibundu, born June 17, 1996, of third-degree murder and several related charges for the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Melvin Hollimon on January 11, 2022, in the city’s Tioga section. The incident occurred when Hollimon, along with other male witnesses, attempted to deescalate a domestic dispute between Chibundu and the mother of his children. The mother refused to allow Chibundu to visit the children because he was intoxicated. A physical altercation ensued between Hollimon and Chibundu. After losing the fight, Chibundu fled the…

Glen Burnie, MD – The Anne Arundel County Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that took place on July 23, 2024, at approximately 10:30 PM in the 7400 block of Ritchie Highway. According to police reports, two teenage victims were walking in the area when they were approached by an armed suspect who demanded and took money from them before fleeing the scene. Officers and K-9 units conducted a thorough search of the area but were unable to locate the suspect. The Northern District Detective Unit is currently handling the investigation. Suspect Description: Black male in his 30s Dreadlocks…

Utica, NY – A routine theft escalated into a significant police incident at a local Walmart in Utica. On July 22nd, at approximately 9:00 AM, Utica Police were called to investigate a possible robbery. Loss Prevention Associates at Walmart reported encountering a female who was concealing items. When she passed all points of purchase without paying, they confronted her. During the confrontation, the woman began to throw the stolen items back into the store and proceeded to walk to the parking lot. As Loss Prevention personnel followed her, she brandished a box cutter and threatened the employees. They then called…

Stafford County, VA – A 55-year-old man attempted to evade capture by fleeing into the woods after committing an assault and was later apprehended by deputies on Sunday morning. On July 21, at approximately 8:57 a.m., Deputy C.D. Sullivan responded to Fleet Road for an assault report. The victim stated she was assaulted by Charles Atkins III of Ruther Glen following a disagreement over a cell phone. Atkins fled the scene before deputies arrived. Atkins was found to be wanted in Caroline County for four felony offenses and four capiases. Deputies began canvassing the area in an attempt to locate…

Evesham Township, NJ – On July 23rd, Evesham Township Police Chief Walt Miller presented Police Dispatcher Jenica Gravano with a Certificate of Merit in recognition of her exemplary performance during three critical incidents on June 16th, 2024. Dispatcher Gravano played a pivotal role in coordinating responses to a series of emergencies in Evesham Township. Her professionalism and skill were instrumental during a day that included a premature labor emergency, a dwelling fire with a man trapped inside who was ultimately rescued, and a domestic dispute that escalated into a shooting, leading to a 6-hour standoff. Chief Miller emphasized the importance…

Utica, NY – A physical altercation in Utica led to the stabbing of a woman and the subsequent arrest of 28-year-old Janay Hymes. The incident occurred on July 21st at around 1:55 AM on the 1400 block of Whitesboro Street. Utica Police were dispatched to the scene following reports of a fight. Upon arrival, officers learned that both the victim and suspect had already left the location. The female victim, who had been stabbed multiple times, was transported to Wynn Hospital in a private vehicle. Officers met with the victim at the hospital, where she explained that during the altercation,…

Middletown, DE – On July 20, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Middletown Police attempted to stop an Audi A5 for a registration violation near West Main Street and North Cass Street. The vehicle failed to stop and was later found unoccupied on the 300 block of Northhampton Way. The vehicle was discovered to have been stolen from Pennsylvania. A K9 track, conducted with the assistance of the New Castle County Police K9 Unit, led to the arrest of Niisaiah Carter, 24, of Seaford, who was found in the wood line a short distance from where the vehicle was located. Carter was…