CRIME & SAFETY
Local family searches for answers after missing Uniontown teen confirmed dead
NORTH UNION TOWNSHIP, Pa. — The family of missing teen Kaitlin Whoolery has learned thata body found near an abandoned home on April 16th is that of their loved one. "We're just in shock," said Shannon Harden. "We still don't even want to believe that it's her." Harden is...
Remains of missing Pittsburgh-area teen sent to forensic anthropologist
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Fayette County district attorney provided an update on the case of a missing teenager whose remains were identified this week.Kaitlin Whoolery, 17, was reported missing in November 2023, and her remains were found at an abandoned property in North Union Township on April 16. On Friday, Fayette County District Attorney Mike Aubele said the next step involves bringing in a forensic anthropologist from Erie, Pennsylvania. But he said finding out exactly what happened to her won't be easy.According to the family, the teenager was in a detention center after a court order by Children and Youth Services,...
Police searching for a Clairton man wanted in Mount Oliver Shooting and Robbery
Allegheny County Police are searching for a Clairton man wanted in connection with a robbery and shooting Tuesday afternoon in Mount Oliver. Detectives identified 29-year-old Dorian Ingram with witness information and surveillance video.
Harold Nibert Was High On Cocaine When He Crashed, Killing 5
The Fayette County Coroner Dr. Bob Baker previously identified the victims of the crash — all from Delaware, Ohio — as follows, as Daily Voice reported at the time:. Harold Nibert, 55-years-old. Bradley Scott Thivener, 47-years-old. Krystal May, 36-years-old. Amanda Dawson, 33-years-old. Amanda's son, Kullen Dawson, 7-months-old. Nibert...
Clairton man wanted in connection with Mount Oliver shooting, victim critical
Allegheny County Police are searching for a Clairton man who is wanted in connection with a robbery and shooting Tuesday in Mount Oliver that critically wounded another man. The suspect, 29-year-old Dorian Ingram, should be treated as potentially armed and dangerous, police said. Described as 6 feet, 1 inch tall...
Hempfield man turns himself in after 3-hour police standoff last week in village of Darragh
A Hempfield man turned himself in Thursday morning on charges related to nine guns seized after a three-hour police standoff at his home last week. State police said they were attempting to serve warrants at 10:40 a.m. April 17 for Timothy M. Pugh, 46, who lives in the village of Darragh. Two dogs prevented troopers from knocking on the door at Pugh’s Darragh Herminie Road home, so they reportedly used sirens and the public address system in an effort to get him to come outside, according to court papers.
Defense claims prosecutor misconduct during 2016 trial for New Stanton motel killing
The lawyer for a McKeesport man convicted of first-degree murder at a New Stanton motel is accusing prosecutors of misconduct during a 2016 trial. Attorney Chris Rand Eyster said prosecutors failed to adequately disclose key information regarding pending federal charges against an eyewitness. The eyewitness testified that she saw Christopher...
State Police Calls: Area Woman Charged for Neglecting Dog in Oil Creek Township
VENANGO/CRAWFORD CO., Pa. — Area state police responded to the following incidents:. Area Woman Charged for Neglecting Dog in Oil Creek Township. PSP Corry responded to the 4200 block of Russell Road in Oil Creek Township, Crawford County, for a report of a dog leashed outside without any food, water, or shelter from the inclement weather.
Old family friends become killer and victim, leading to prison for Braddock man
Cecil Foreman’s family had a longtime relationship with the Kelleys. They all grew up together and had remained friends for decades. Foreman considered 22-year-old Michael Kelley to be like a nephew. But those bonds weren’t enough to stop an argument between the men from turning into a fatal shooting...
Pittsburgh teenager wins spot in FBI's National Academy Youth Leadership Program
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A Mount Lebanon high school student will get to take part in a one-of-a-kind summer experience. Nora Lauth is just 14 years old and she won a spot in this year's FBI National Academy Youth Leadership Program. Now, Nora is just one of 62 future leaders who will travel to Quantico this June to learn directly from FBI agents. Thousands of students across the country entered and only eight teenagers from our area were interviewed for a spot, including Nora. "I'm very excited, it's a really big accomplishment for me, and I think that it will be really fun," she said. "I'm excited for the new opportunities I'll be able to achieve there." Nora is also the daughter of the former Mount Lebanon police chief and current Carnegie Mellon University Police Chief Aaron Lauth.
Washington Township stable owner avoids animal cruelty charges
A Washington Township stable owner agreed to take part in Westmoreland County’s Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition program to avoid animal cruelty charges filed a little less than a year ago. Sandra A. Hobbs, 67, owner of Victory Stables on Camp Nancy Road, initially was charged with animal cruelty and neglect,...
Penn State DE Abdul Carter accused of assaulting tow truck driver
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — Penn State defensive lineman Abdul Carter is facing an assault charge. The first team All Big Ten at linebacker last year is being accused of assaulting a tow truck driver last month. WTAJ reached out to Penn State for comment and received the following response. “We are aware of the […]
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