Author: Breaking Local News Report

Pittsburgh, PA – Pittsburgh Police are investigating the theft of at least ten vehicles reported stolen from various neighborhoods throughout the city overnight. The suspects, believed to be juveniles, are targeting specific Kia and Hyundai models known for a security vulnerability. Officers observed at least four of the stolen vehicles driving erratically and at dangerously high speeds on the North Side. Two of these vehicles were later found crashed and abandoned at Eckert Street and Shadeland Avenue, with the suspects fleeing on foot. Among the ten vehicles reported stolen, all but one were either Kia or Hyundai models. Detectives are…

Old Bridge, NJ – Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Old Bridge Police Chief Thomas J. Montagna announced the sentencing of an Old Bridge couple for their involvement in unlicensed medical practice and sexual assaults. The sentences were handed down on July 9, 2024, following incidents that occurred in July 2022. Orger Sibaja-Bolanos, 67, and his wife, Rosa Perez, 64, were found to have operated an illegal medical practice out of their residence. An investigation led by Detective Jessica Caffey of the Old Bridge Police Department began after an adult female victim reported being sexually assaulted by Sibaja-Bolanos, who posed…

Syracuse, NY – On Saturday, July 20, the Syracuse Police Department’s ATV enforcement detail confiscated three illegally operated dirt bikes and ATVs from city streets as part of an ongoing crackdown. The seizure included one four-wheeler and two dirt bikes, both of which had been reported stolen. The Syracuse Police Department is enforcing a zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal dirt bikes and ATVs. Operators of these vehicles are subject to arrest and charged with local law violations, which carry a $500 fine for first-time offenses, along with substantial redemption fees. This enforcement detail, which aims to curb illegal off-road vehicle activity,…

Washington, DC – A fire broke out in a two-story occupied row dwelling in the 2400 block of L’Enfant Square SE. The DC Fire and EMS Department reported that the fire started on the second floor at the rear of the building. The blaze has been brought under control with no injuries reported. Fire investigators are on the scene to determine the cause of the fire. Residents were safely evacuated, and no significant structural damage has been noted. Authorities are ensuring the building is safe before allowing residents to return. Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.

Washington, DC – On Saturday, a motor vehicle accident involving three cars occurred at the intersection of North Capitol Street and Fort Drive NE. The DC Fire and EMS Department responded to the scene. Four patients were transported to local hospitals for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not been disclosed. Emergency services quickly secured the area to ensure public safety. The cause of the accident remains under investigation. Authorities are advising drivers to avoid the area due to ongoing investigations and clean-up operations. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Township Government has announced a water main break in the area of Route 37 eastbound and Whittier Avenue. As a result, two lanes are currently closed to traffic. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and seek alternate routes to minimize delays. Authorities are working to address the situation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Stay tuned to local updates for further information on the lane closures and repair progress.

Mineola, NY – Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced the indictment of three alleged members of a burglary crew operating in New York and New Jersey. The crew is accused of a series of break-ins in Nassau County communities between December 2023 and January 2024. Jawaun Whitted, 22, Fazon Farrington, 19, and Raquil Hayes, 21, all of Newark, New Jersey, face multiple charges, including Burglary in the Second Degree, Attempted Burglary in the Second Degree, Grand Larceny in the Second Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Whitted was arraigned and held on $250,000 cash bail, $500,000 bond,…

Mineola, NY – Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced the indictment of Chrysta Cataldo, 40, of Massapequa, for fraudulently receiving more than $16,000 in workers’ compensation benefits while continuing to volunteer as a firefighter and work other jobs. Cataldo, a former employee of the Nassau County Fire Service Academy, is charged with Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Penalties for Fraudulent Practices of the Workers’ Compensation Law, Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree, Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, and Falsifying Business Records in the Second Degree. Cataldo pleaded not guilty and was…

Wilmington, DE – Delaware State Police have arrested Itaijiyah Clark of Wilmington in connection with multiple robbery and theft-related offenses. The arrest follows an investigation into a shoplifting turned robbery that occurred on June 17, 2024, at a Sunglass Hut kiosk within the Macy’s at Concord Mall. At approximately 5:40 PM on June 17, troopers responded to the incident at the Macy’s located at 580 Concord Mall. The investigation revealed that five suspects approached the Sunglass Hut kiosk, grabbing several pairs of eyeglasses. When confronted by an employee as they fled towards the exit, one of the female suspects dropped…

Boston, MA – The Boston Police Department has announced the arrest of Tyrone Anderson, 39, of Dorchester, in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in Roxbury. Anderson was apprehended by members of the Youth Violence Strike Force at approximately 9:20 AM on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in the area of 2 Yarmouth Place. At the time of his arrest, Anderson was wanted on a warrant issued out of Roxbury District Court for several charges, including Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Discharging a Firearm within 500 Feet of a Dwelling, and Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon. He is…