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$500 Reward For Train Station Rock Thrower: Hunterdon County Crimestoppers
At 5:54 a.m., surveillance footage from a nearby business shows the man picking up a rock and throwing it at the rear windows, causing them to crack, NJ Transit police said. He came back about 12 hours later, picked up a rock, and again threw it at windows, causing additional damage, NJ Transit police said.
Pennsylvania school cop accused of molesting student, 14, while chaperoning dance
A twisted Pennsylvania school resource officer was arrested Wednesday for allegedly pressuring a 14-year-old student into a sexual relationship and molesting her during a school dance he was chaperoning. Costas Nick Alestas, 43, is also accused of sneaking a disturbing up-the-skirt video of an 11-year-old girl as she walked down the hallway at East Hills Middle School in Bethlehem. Alestas’ alleged abuse came to light last month when the teenager confided in a guidance counselor about the weeks-long relationship, officials said. Her mother had previously found a trove of dirty text messages between the pair, but Alestas — who was also the school’s...
Charges Filed In Lehigh Valley Cold Case, Prosecutors Say
The District Attorney's Office will announce new charges in a press conference scheduled for Thursday, May 16 at 10 a.m. "No further details will be provided until the news conference," prosecutors said. to follow Daily Voice Lehigh and receive free news updates.
Car Thief Wanted In Easton: Police
Authorities believe the pictured man stole a grey Kia Soul off the 200 block of West Nesquehoning Street. He's also a suspect in other car thefts and break-ins in Easton, according to city police. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Price at 610-250-6637 or email dprice@easton-pa.gov. to follow...
Postpartum Cow Saved After Getting Stuck In Mud In Hunterdon County (Photos)
At 5:15 p.m., the Tewksbury First Aid and Rescue Squad said they were deployed after discovering the mama cow had gotten herself stuck in the mud. The original crew called for additional personnel, and taller boots, to assist the cow, rescuers said. It took four rescuers to save the cow, and they were able to reunite mother and calf, rescuers said.
Stolen Car Leads Police On Chase Through Palmer Township: Authorities
Joshua E. Ewell, 25, is charged with receiving stolen property, fleeing arrest, reckless endangerment, and related counts, said township police. Around 8:45 p.m., officers spotted Ewell in a grey Kia Soul that had been reported stolen out of Easton, authorities said. He fled when they tried to pull him over, leading police on a chase through the township's Old Orchard section, according to officials.
Domonique Preston Indicted
At 1:40 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 21, police responded to the 100 block of Manchester Road and found Steven Spivey dead after suffering a stab wound to the left shoulder, Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée Robeson and Raritan Township Police Chief Alfred Payne said. Officers then encountered Domonique Preston, who...
Arrest made in 8 Slate Belt home, business burglaries, authorities say
A 31-year-old Pen Argyl man is charged in a burglary spree that netted 20 firearms, jewelry and electronics from eight Slate Belt homes and businesses, authorities announced Tuesday. Shane Richard Lake, of the first block of West Main Street, faces eight counts felony burglary; 28 counts felony theft; 24 counts...
Sean Richmond’s tragic death leaves behind a memorable, important legacy | Commentary
No one ever relished being a Red Rover more than Sean Richmond. The 2004 Easton Area High School graduate deeply loved Rovers wrestling. During his association with the program as a wrestler (two-time state medalist on some of the greatest teams in Pennsylvania history), his passion for the red and black had no equals. He cared about Easton wrestling every minute of the day.
Easton PD honors officer of the year
EASTON, Pa. - In Northampton County, the Easton Police Department used the day to honor its police officer of the year. Patrolman Jeffrey Crosson took home the award for work beyond the badge Wednesday. He was nominated by his peers and the chief for his service to the city. Crosson...
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