21 people arrested following drug bust in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania officials announced a significant crackdown on a high-level drug trafficking ring in North Philadelphia, with 21 people now facing charges related to the distribution of cocaine and crack, authorities said.Attorney General Dave Sunday, a Republican, emphasized the importance of collaboration in combating drug crime, stating, “By uniting as one we form a shield that keeps drugs...
One person injured following shooting incident at Indiana gas station
INDIANA — One person is recovering after being shot Sunday evening at a BP gas station in Michigan City, authorities said.Police reported the incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. in the 1300 block of E. Michigan Boulevard, near the Michigan City Police Department.The victim went to the police station seeking assistance and was transported to a local hospital for...
Two people arrested following drug bust in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — The Kinston Police Department arrested two individuals on drug-related charges following traffic stops on Thursday, Sept. 4, officials said.During the stops, K-9 Kilo performed open-air sniffs around the vehicles, alerting officers to the presence of contraband.In the first stop, Shirly Grady, 64, had crack cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and a concealed handgun found in her vehicle....
One person arrested following drug bust in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A 64-year-old man faces multiple felony charges after authorities discovered explosives and drugs during a search of his home, officials said.The Craven County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigation Bureau and the New Bern Police Department Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant on Sept. 4 at a residence on Trenton Road. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and...
One person arrested following police chase, drug bust in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — A 44-year-old woman faces multiple charges after running a red light, leading police on a chase, and hiding in the woods, authorities said.The Gulfport Police Department reported that Jennifer Parfait ran a red light on Cowan Road around 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5. When an officer attempted to pull her over, she fled, prompting a pursuit....
One person dead following vehicle crash in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — One person was killed Monday morning in a head-on collision on Highway 57 near Bunker Hill Road, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.Authorities said the crash involved an 18-wheeler dump truck and a passenger vehicle. The cause of the collision is under investigation.As of 8:30 a.m., Highway 57 remained closed to traffic. Drivers were advised to avoid...
Ambulance involved in crash in Alabama, worker airlifted
ALABAMA — An ambulance crash Sunday led to an ambulance worker being airlifted to a hospital, authorities said.The incident occurred near the intersection of Darby Drive and Cox Creek Parkway.Officials reported that a person in the other vehicle involved was also taken to a local hospital.Both individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The circumstances of the crash remain under investigation.
One person arrested following armed robbery in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — A Lancaster County man has been arrested in connection with a robbery at gunpoint, the Manor Township Police Department reported.Police said the incident occurred on Sept. 4 in the 300 block of Hawthorne Drive. Following an investigation, Cpl. Tice identified Jeremiah Lugo as the suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest.Lugo was taken into custody on...
One person dead following shooting incident in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — A man died Monday morning following a shooting at a home on Graves Road, authorities said.The Jones County Sheriff’s Department reported that deputies and medics responded to the scene, where they found a man who had been shot. He was transported by EMServ to South Central Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.An adult female was...
One person dead following drowning incident in Georgia
GEORGIA — A 35-year-old man drowned Sunday evening while racing a friend in the water at Hard Labor Creek State Park, authorities said.The Georgia Department of Natural Resources reported that game wardens responded to the drowning call around 6 p.m.Witnesses said the man, identified as Devise Blount of Morgan County, was racing to a buoy marker when he...
