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Multiple people were shot during Lincoln University's Homecoming event in Pennsylvania, prompting a police investigation and emergency response; the condition of victims is unknown, and counseling services are being offered to students and staff.
Octorara Area School District School Board President Sam Ganow was killed in a small plane crash in West Caln Township, Pennsylvania. The crash occurred between a home and some trees, narrowly missing the house. Ganow, a longtime pilot, was flying to Nashville for a friend when the twin-engine plane went down. An NTSB investigator will examine the crash site and the aircraft, with a preliminary report expected within 30 days.
The school board president of the Octorara School District, Sam Ganow, was killed in a small plane crash in Chester County, Pennsylvania. The crash occurred just two minutes after takeoff, and the pilot, who was the only person on board, died when the aircraft went down in West Caln Township. The plane narrowly missed an Amish farmhouse and cabinetry shop, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the crash.
The president of the Octorara Area School District board, Sam Ganow, died in a small plane crash in Chester County. Ganow, who had served on the school board for 26 years, was described as a dedicated and helpful member of the community. He was known for his commitment to education and his various interests and activities, including being a skiing judge and participating in marathons. The school district expressed profound sadness and offered support to Ganow's family and the community.
A small plane crashed in West Caln Township, Pennsylvania, killing a man in his 60s who has been identified as Octorara Area School District School Board member Sam Ganow. The crash occurred between a home and some trees, and the pilot was the only person on board. The plane went down shortly after taking off from Chester County Airport, and the cause of the crash is currently under investigation by the FAA and NTSB.
After a two-week manhunt, law enforcement officers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, captured Danilo Cavalcante, an escaped murderer convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend. Cavalcante had managed to evade capture by outrunning and outmaneuvering hundreds of trained officers in the rolling hills and dense forests of the county. The search was hindered by unseasonably warm weather, challenging terrain, and unlocked sheds and outbuildings that provided hiding places for Cavalcante. Despite the difficulties, law enforcement remained determined and eventually apprehended Cavalcante, who had survived on stolen watermelons and creek water. The 34-year-old Brazilian had planned to carjack someone and flee the area before his capture.
The manhunt for escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante continues in Chester County, Pennsylvania, with no arrest made yet. Cavalcante changed his appearance, stole a dairy delivery van, and attempted to contact acquaintances but was unsuccessful. The van has been recovered, but authorities remain concerned that he may try to steal another vehicle. The search area is no longer defined, and police are following up on tips from the public. The reward for information leading to Cavalcante's capture has increased to $25,000. Police have authorized the use of deadly force if he does not surrender. Schools in the area have implemented safety measures, and Longwood Gardens plans to reopen after Cavalcante moved further north.
Escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante has been spotted twice in the search area near Chester County Prison, according to police. The search efforts, involving hundreds of officers and various technologies, have been ongoing since Cavalcante broke out on August 31. The search perimeter has shifted multiple times, with recent sightings near Longwood Gardens. A guard on duty during the escape has been fired, and there is a $20,000 reward for information leading to Cavalcante's capture.
Danelo Cavalcante, a convicted murderer serving a life sentence without parole, escaped from Chester County Prison in Pennsylvania. Considered extremely dangerous, he was last seen walking along a road in Pocopson Township. Law enforcement agencies are conducting a county-wide search, and the public is urged to call 911 with any information about the suspect.
A 15-year-old girl from Chester County survived a shark attack while surfing in Stone Harbor, New Jersey. The shark bit her foot, requiring several stitches, but she managed to shake it off and paddle back to shore. The incident has not prompted any restrictions on beach activities, but officials urge beachgoers to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines. The girl plans to stay on the beach this summer and not go back in the water.
A 15-year-old girl from Chester County survived a shark attack while surfing in Stone Harbor, New Jersey. The shark bit her foot, requiring several stitches, but she managed to shake it off and paddle back to shore. The incident has not prompted any restrictions on beach activities, but officials urge beachgoers to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines. The girl plans to stay on the beach this summer and not go back in the water.
A fire broke out in a row of duplexes in Parkesburg Borough, Chester County on Easter Sunday, damaging six homes and displacing 22 residents. One firefighter was injured but no other injuries were reported. The Red Cross is helping the displaced residents and donations are being collected at the Parkesburg Borough Hall. The cause of the fire is under investigation.