Body found in Illinois, homicide investigation underway
ILLINOIS — A 28-year-old man was found dead early Monday morning on the city’s West Side, and authorities have ruled the case a homicide.Police said officers responded to the 5500 block of West Flournoy Street just after 2:05 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered the man unresponsive in the street.The victim was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was...
Two people dead following vehicle crash on I-95 in Florida
FLORIDA — Two men were killed early Monday morning after a vehicle lost control and overturned on Interstate 95 North in Boynton Beach, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.The crash occurred at approximately 5:47 a.m. just north of Boynton Beach Boulevard.Troopers said a white 2007 Chevy Trailblazer was traveling in the inside northbound lane when the 31-year-old driver from...
One person dead following motorcycle crash in Florida
FLORIDA — A 24-year-old motorcyclist was killed Sunday evening in a crash on Haverhill Road, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.The crash occurred around 8:30 p.m. Investigators said Brayan Torres-Zelaya was traveling southbound on Haverhill Road when he attempted to turn left onto Purdy Lane, entering the path of a northbound Ford SUV.The SUV struck the rear...
Two people arrested after traffic stop results in meth bust in Indiana
INDIANA — A traffic stop for a minor equipment violation led to the arrest of two people and the seizure of more than 73 grams of suspected methamphetamine Saturday near Fremont, according to Indiana State Police.Police said a probationary trooper observed a vehicle with what was described as a “simple equipment violation” near State Road 120 and County Road...
Multiple people arrested after traffic stop leads to police chase in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — A routine traffic stop in Newberry County escalated into a chase and multiple arrests involving several armed suspects, according to the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office.Authorities said a Whitmire Police Department officer initially stopped a vehicle for speeding after it pulled into the Lil Cricket convenience store. During the stop, the officer reportedly smelled marijuana and requested...
One person arrested following drug bust in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — A 30-year-old man has been charged following a drug bust in Aiken County that resulted in the seizure of more than 20 pounds of marijuana and a firearm, authorities said.According to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office, narcotics investigators executed a search warrant Thursday at a home in the 100 block of Cherry Street in Beech Island....
One person arrested for drug trafficking in Kentucky
KENTUCKY — A month-long prescription drug trafficking investigation has led to the arrest of a McCracken County woman, according to the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office.Authorities said 40-year-old Kim Watson was arrested Feb. 20 following an investigation into the alleged sale of hydrocodone.Detectives conducted a controlled purchase of several doses of hydrocodone from Watson in the parking lot of a...
Two Tennessee residents arrested following altercation in Kentucky
KENTUCKY — A Tennessee couple was arrested Sunday after police say drugs and a stolen handgun were discovered following an altercation at The Mint Gaming Hall in Franklin.According to a uniform citation, officers with the Franklin Police Department responded to a report of a physical fight in progress at The Mint on Nashville Road. Security personnel told police a...
Two people arrested following large drug bust in Louisiana
LOUISIANA — A man and a woman were arrested early Monday morning in Patterson on multiple narcotics and warrant charges following a joint investigation by the Patterson Police Department and the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office.Police Chief Garret Grogan said officers executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence in Patterson, where they seized several illegal drugs and drug...
Police searching for missing person in Ohio
OHIO — Youngstown police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 33-year-old man who has been reported missing.According to the Youngstown Police Department, Angel Luis Ortiz was last heard from on Feb. 14. Family members told police they are concerned for his safety and believe he may be in trouble. Authorities said Ortiz’s phone has been turned...
