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CRIME & SAFETY
Pedestrian killed on rural road in Franklin County
A Mercersburg man was struck by a vehicle and killed while walking on a rural road in Franklin County on Thursday evening, according to Pennsylvania State Police. John Stottlemeyer, 77, was facing traffic while walking in the northbound lane of Lemar Road, Peters Township, at about 9:12 p.m. when he was hit by a GMC Sierra pick-up truck.
Pennsylvania State Police shut down Franklin County road
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police have shut down a Franklin County road. According to Franklin County Emergency Dispatch, Lemar Road in Peters Township, Franklin County is closed and State Police are responding to the scene. This is a developing story. FOX43 will add additional information as it...
Franklin County Family Loses Home to Fire
A Franklin County family suffered a massive loss as their soon-to-be home was destroyed by fire before they could move in. The Egolf family had already transferred all their possessions to the home, planning to move in this Sunday. Chief Sanders of the MMP&W Volunteer Fire Department confirmed the total loss of their belongings.
77-year-old central Pa. man dies after being hit walking on road
A 77-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle while he was walking along a Franklin County road on Thursday night, according to state police. John W. Stottlemeyer, 77, of Franklin County, was pronounced dead at the scene after he was hit by a 2018 GMC Sierra pickup truck, according to a press release.
Catalytic Converter Stolen from Honda Accord in Chambersburg
In the early hours of May 24, 2024, a catalytic converter was stolen from a 2000 Honda Accord parked on the 400 block of E. Liberty Street in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. The Chambersburg Police Department is investigating the incident and is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information about the theft is encouraged to contact the Chambersburg Police Department or submit a tip on Crime Watch.
Local Firefighters Educate First Graders on Fire Safety
In a heartwarming community outreach effort, firefighters from MMP&W visited Mercersburg Elementary School to teach fire safety to Mrs. Dell’s first-grade class. The crew, initially at the school to clean hoses used in a recent fire, seized the opportunity to engage with the children. With Mrs. Dell’s permission, the...
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