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Luzerne County DA speaks on body found in Pittston Township
PITTSTON TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — We are learning more about the police investigation into the discovery of a body in Luzerne County, the body of a man was found behind a car dealership. 28/22 News Reporter Jason LiVecchi was on the scene as detectives searched for evidence. “At about approximately 2:30 this afternoon, the […]
To close or not to close: A heavy decision for Eden-a Vegan Cafe
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— To close or not to close. It’s a heavy decision for a business owner in our area struggling as rising costs are a constant obstacle. 28/22 News Reporter Sydney Kostus stopped by Eden-a Vegan Cafe in Wilkes-Barre and has more on its future. “[The] food business is always hard, and things […]
A gunshot cracked outside and a bullet struck a Luzerne County mother’s couch
EDWARDSVILLE, Pa. — Police in Luzerne County arrested a 17-year-old and accused him of firing a gun into an apartment building earlier this year in Edwardsville. The bullet did not strike anyone but did hit a couch where a family was sitting. The teenager, who is charged as an...
Hazleton man charged with fleeing, filing false report
HAZLETON CITY, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Hazleton City Police Department announced Tuesday that a man was charged with fleeing and eluding police after leading officers on a chase with a dirt bike. According to police on Monday, April 29, at 7:59 p.m. officers saw a blue dirt bike driving on Locust Street and attempted […]
Ice cream trail is coming to Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials have announced the ice cream trail is coming to Luzerne County. According to the Luzerne County Convention & Visitors Bureau, they are introducing the launching of their new Ice Cream Trail. More than 20 different ice cream shops and parlors from throughout the county will be at the ice cream […]
Guns, cash stolen from Wilkes-Barre home
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are investigating a burglary where guns and cash were stolen from a Wilkes-Barre home. According to the Wilkes-Barre City Police, on Wednesday around 3:00 a.m. officers were called to Moyallen Street for a reported burglary. Once arriving on the scene, police said between 11:30 p.m. Tuesday and 1:45 a.m. […]
Luzerne County accountant pleads guilty to fraud, admits $1.5 million embezzlement
SCRANTON, Pa. — A Luzerne County accountant admitted Tuesday in federal court he embezzled more than $1.5 million from his employer in the span of a few months, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania said. Lawrence Malachefski, 39, suffers from a gambling addiction, but...
PSP continues to search for alleged stabbing suspect
FREELAND BOROUGH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced on Tuesday that troopers continue to search for an alleged stabbing victim. According to PSP Troop N-Hazleton, on September 17, 2021, troopers responded around 11:43 p.m. to a disturbance in the 300 block of Washington Street in Freeland, Luzerne County. Upon arrival, state police […]
PSP pursuit ends with DUI arrest
BEAVER TOWNSHIP, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Pennsylvania State Police say a five-mile pursuit ended with a DUI arrest in Columbia County this past Friday. On April 26 around 9:13 p.m., officials say state police were called about a “confused female” driving and stopping on State Road in Beaver Township. When troopers arrived on the scene, they […]
Motorcyclist accused of giving middle finger to police during chase
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A motorcyclist with a fake license plate that said “will run” was arrested after giving police the middle finger during a chase, investigators stated. According to the Wilkes-Barre Police Department, on April 19 around 10:30 a.m., officers patrolling North Wilkes-Barre Boulevard saw a motorcyclist with a fake license plate that […]
Philly Dealer With Berks County Ties Had More Than $8 Million In Fentanyl: DA
Ramon Alberto Jimenez-Merejildo was arrested on Perkiomen Avenue in Exeter on Tuesday, April 30, according to prosecutors. Authorities said Jimenez-Merejildo was selling fentanyl in Philadelphia and also "transporting large amounts" to Berks for distribution. Police made several controlled buys from Jimenez-Merejildo during the two-month investigation, the DA's Office said. During...
Man arrested for alleged stabbing over tool dispute
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man was stabbed in the chest after a dispute over stolen tools occurred, police stated. According to the Nanticoke Police Department, on April 9 around 10:50 p.m., officers were called for a stabbing in the 200 block of Christian Street. Once police arrived on the scene 20 minutes later, […]
Luzerne County police assist North Carolina agency in online investigation
KINGSTON TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police in Luzerne County confirm they helped catch a man for allegedly attempting to rape a child and other charges in North Carolina. According to the North Carolina Invictus Task Force, on April 29 multiple agencies conducted a joint investigation into the solicitation of a child by computer. According […]
Kingston man sentenced for shooting ex-wife’s husband in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE — A Kingston man who shot his ex-wife’s husband inside a bakery on South Main Street was sentenced to up to two years in prison Tuesday. Julio Aristy, 28, was sentenced by Luzerne County Judge Joseph F. Sklarosky Jr. to one-to-two years at the county correctional facility on a felony aggravated assault charge. Aristy pled guilty to the charge March 11.
Hikers visit newly reopened Seven Tubs Recreation Area
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — The warm weather on Tuesday made for a busy day at a newly reopened nature area in Luzerne County. Seven Tubs Recreation Area in Plains Township underwent a $1 million improvement last year. Newswatch 16 found hikers walking the trails. "Just enjoying the trails, debating...
Luzerne County hit and run, police chase ends in arrest
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police arrested a man for an alleged hit-and-run crash that led to a foot chase. According to the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department, on April 28 around 4:50 a.m., officers were called to the 400 block of Madison Street for a hit-and-run crash. Officers said they were able to locate the […]
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