CRIME & SAFETY
Two arrested, crystal meth, fentanyl seized in drug raid
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people were arrested after police say a K9 unit helped seized fentanyl, meth, and other narcotics during a drug raid. According to the Carbondale Police Department, two people, Kenneth Urian and Bailee Bloxham, were arrested on felony possession with intent to distribute crystal methamphetamine, and related charges in Carbondale. […]
D.A. Powell speaks on gang violence concerns in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The presence of gangs and gang-related violence is becoming more apparent in the Scranton area. The recent violence in Scranton is a concerning trend for residents in the area 28/22 News had the opportunity to speak with District Attorney Mark Powell on the topic of gangs in Scranton and what […]
Two charged after shooting near Scranton Preparatory School
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say an argument between two people led to a shooting Monday evening near Scranton Preparatory School. According to the Scranton Police Department, on Monday around 7:00 p.m., officers were handling an unrelated incident when they heard a man arguing with someone on the 1000 block of Capouse Avenue. Police […]
Guilty verdict in July 2023 Scranton stabbing
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A man charged in a Scranton stabbing last year has been found guilty. According to the Lackawanna County District Attorney's Office, prosecutors secured a guilty verdict against Waliek Shakur Vereen, 27, following a jury trial on various charges in connection to a stabbing in Scranton in July of 2023.
Ulster man indicted for killing and dismembering woman on Easter (VIDEOS)
KINGSTON – Fifty-year-old Daniel Foy of Kerhonkson was arraigned in Ulster County Court on Friday after being indicted for allegedly killing and dismembering a woman known to him on Easter weekend (March 31-April 1). Foy had been arrested on April 3 by the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office after a search warrant was executed at his residence and other locations.
Video/Pic: US Army ammunition plant catches fire
A fire was reported at the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant on Monday, where military contractors manufacture the 155 mm round. The cause of the ammunition plant’s fire currently remains under investigation. In a statement released on Facebook, the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant explained that emergency crews responded to a...
Bryan Kohberger's lawyers face deadline to submit documents for his alibi
Wednesday is a key deadline for defense lawyers for the Poconos man accused of killing four Idaho college students a year-and-a-half ago. Bryan Kohberger's lawyers must submit documents Wednesday for his alibi. It's being reported that they must also provide a witness list and any evidence to be presented at...
'Courage to be Safe' course hosted by fire department
LAKEVILLE, WAYNE CO. (WOLF) — The Lakeville Volunteer Fire Company in Wayne County hosted a brand new course presented by the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy. The course was called "Courage to be Safe." It was a way for the fire company to raise awareness of safety-- and show how to avoid future tragedies. The goal is to reduce accidents, injuries, and fatalities.
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