All articles tagged with #state police
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Two Pennsylvania State Troopers and a suspect were shot during a chase in Franklin County after a theft at Dick's Sporting Goods; the suspect was killed, and the troopers are hospitalized in critical and serious condition. Authorities are investigating, and officials are praying for the injured officers.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
California Governor Gavin Newsom has deployed state police to major cities and is challenging the federal government's deployment of troops, criticizing Trump's law enforcement tactics and preparing for a court ruling that could impact troop deployments in blue cities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WPVI-TV
A 40-year-old man from Royersford died in the hospital after being shot in the head during a road rage incident on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Brecknock Township. The suspected gunman, a 59-year-old man from North Dinwiddie, Virginia, took his own life. The incident occurred last Friday around 1 p.m. near mile marker 291.3 between the Reading and Morgantown exits. Police are seeking witnesses to the event.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WTNH.com
Connecticut State Trooper Aaron Pelletier was killed in a hit-and-run on Interstate 84 in Southington while conducting a traffic stop. The suspect, Alex Oyola-Sanchez, faces multiple charges including second-degree manslaughter and operating under the influence. Governor Ned Lamont and other officials expressed their condolences, highlighting the dangers faced by law enforcement. Pelletier leaves behind a wife and two young sons.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WDIV ClickOnDetroit
Michigan State Police Detective Sgt. Brian Keely has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter after striking and killing Samuel Sterling with an unmarked SUV in a fast food parking lot during a fugitive chase in Kentwood. Attorney General Dana Nessel cited gross negligence and a high risk of death or great bodily harm in the charges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WCVB Boston
A 51-year-old woman from New Bedford, Massachusetts, was struck and killed by a car on Interstate 195 in Westport after running into the roadway following an argument with her boyfriend. State police reported that the woman exited the car during the argument, ran into the right travel lane, and was hit by a vehicle. The boyfriend drove away from the scene and called state police, and the crash is currently under investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York State Police
State Police and Forest Rangers are investigating the death of 18-year-old Kayla J. Spencer, who was found deceased in a wooded area off Jayville in the town of Pitcarn. An autopsy will be performed to determine the cause and manner of death. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with security cameras in the area to check for suspicious activity. If anyone has information, they are urged to contact the State Police.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MLive.com
A person of interest is in custody in connection with the death of a 25-year-old woman whose body was found with gunshot wounds on U.S. 131 in Grand Rapids. State police are continuing their investigation and have urged anyone with information to come forward.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Boston
A 50-year-old man fell 20 feet from a ledge onto a Mass Pike ramp in Boston and later died, with State Police discovering a sleeping bag and toiletries 20 feet above where he was found, indicating he may have been living on the ledge. Initially, it was believed he had been hit by a car, but further investigation revealed he wasn't struck by a vehicle. He was taken to Tufts Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Boston Herald
Massachusetts State Police arrest two Level 2 sex offender friends, Timothy Brown and Kenneth Higgins, for alleged possession of child pornography. Brown, a Chelsea man with prior convictions for indecent assault and battery on a child, was found with thousands of photos and videos of child sexual abuse material on his phone. Higgins, a Revere man, was found with hundreds of images and videos of child sexual abuse material on his phone and is currently on probation for a previous child pornography conviction. The investigation was initiated after a cyber tip was provided to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, leading to the arrests and charges for both individuals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by abc7amarillo.com
New Mexico State Police officer Justin Hare was shot and killed near Tucumcari, with the suspect considered armed and dangerous and on the run. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed condolences, and authorities in Hartley County, Texas, investigated reports of the suspect fleeing on a train but found no evidence. Hare's death marks the 29th NMSP officer killed in the line of duty, with eight of them killed by gunfire.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KOAT New Mexico
A New Mexico State Police officer was shot and killed on Interstate 40 during a welfare check on a vehicle pulled over to the shoulder. The suspect took the police vehicle, leading to a crash, and is currently being pursued by law enforcement. The suspect, last seen wearing a brown hoodie and jacket, is still at large.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KRQE News 13
New Mexico State Police officer Justin Hare was shot and killed during a traffic stop on I-40 west of Tucumcari, prompting a manhunt for the suspect who is considered armed and dangerous. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed condolences and emphasized the dangers faced by law enforcement officers. This marks the first line-of-duty death for the NMSP since February 2021.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the deployment of 1,000 National Guard soldiers and State Police officers to patrol the city's subway system and conduct bag checks in response to a recent surge in violent crimes. This move follows Mayor Eric Adams' decision to add 1,000 officers to the subway system in February. The increased law enforcement presence aims to reassure commuters and visitors amid concerns about safety, despite conflicting crime statistics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Philadelphia Inquirer
Celena Morrison, the city’s executive director of the Office of LGBT Affairs, and her husband, Darius McLean, were arrested by a state trooper but have been released without charges at this time. The arrests followed a confrontation on the Vine Street Expressway, captured on video and shared on social media. The District Attorney’s Office is investigating the incident, which involved alleged vehicle code violations and resistance to arrest. The mayor called the incident "very concerning," and the state police spokesperson stated that the trooper involved was not wearing a body-worn camera.