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Washington County

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natural-disasters1 year ago

"Pittsburgh-Area Devastated by Severe Flooding: Cleanup Underway"

Dozens of residents in Washington County, near Pittsburgh, were rescued from the Washington Estates Mobile Home Park after heavy rain caused severe flooding, displacing about 50 people and prompting three water rescue boats to be launched. Some residents were stranded for hours, with one describing the flooding as happening within minutes. First responders, including the Canton Township Volunteer Fire Department, provided temporary shelter and assistance to those affected. The area is bracing for more rain, and local leaders are considering regional flood plans to address the ongoing issue.

traffic-accident2 years ago

Fatal Collision: Two Women Killed in Logging Truck Crash in Washington County

Two women from New Brunswick, Canada, were killed after their car collided with a logging truck in Washington County, Maine. The driver lost control of the car, drifted into the oncoming lane, and crashed into the loaded logging truck. The driver and passenger both died at the scene, while the driver of the logging truck was unharmed. Secondary crashes with tractor-trailers occurred, but did not contribute to the deaths. Roadway conditions are believed to have been a factor, and the crash is under investigation by Maine State Police.

health2 years ago

"Rising Hypothermia Deaths Prompt Urgent Call for Shelter Volunteers in Portland Metro Area"

A homeowner in Tigard, Oregon was found dead inside their home on Monday, with investigators suspecting hypothermia as the cause. This is the first suspected hypothermia death in Washington County, while Multnomah County has identified two other deaths from suspected hypothermia. Little detail has been provided, and the official cause of death is yet to be determined.

crime2 years ago

Murdered Judge's Prime Suspect Found Dead

Pedro Argote, the prime suspect in the murder of Maryland Circuit Court Judge Andrew Wilkinson, has been found dead after a weeklong manhunt. Argote was located in a heavily wooded area near where his vehicle was found, but the time and cause of his death have not been disclosed. While authorities consider finding Argote a relief, they acknowledge that it is still a tragedy for the family of Judge Wilkinson, who lost a husband, father, and brother.

lottery2 years ago

Lucky Pennsylvania Lottery player wins $5 million in Washington County

A Pennsylvania Lottery player won $5 million after purchasing a Five Million Fabulous Fortune scratch-off ticket at the Meadows Racetrack & Casino in Washington County. The business will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Scratch-off prizes expire one year from the game's end-sale date, and winners are advised to sign the back of their ticket and contact the Pennsylvania Lottery.

crime2 years ago

Multiple Men Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse in Various US Counties

A 36-year-old man, David Michael Smith, has been found guilty by a Washington County jury of first-degree unlawful sexual penetration and two counts of first-degree sexual abuse. The victim, a girl who knew Smith, reported the abuse in May 2022. The Oregon Department of Human Services alerted the Washington County Sheriff's Office, leading to an investigation. Smith's sentencing hearing is scheduled for August 15.

crime2 years ago

Law Enforcement Shootings Leave Deputy Injured and Suspects Dead in Oregon and Washington

A deputy was shot in Tualatin during a civil eviction, and the suspect has been confirmed dead. The incident occurred near SW Nyberg Street and SW Nyberg Lane, and the injured deputy is in critical condition at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center. Law enforcement officials are investigating the incident, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.

accidents2 years ago

Tragic Parkway West Crash Claims Life of Coraopolis Teen

The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office has identified Santino Didomenico, a 19-year-old from Coraopolis, as the individual killed in a two-car crash on the Parkway West near Pittsburgh International Airport. In another incident, a Washington County man, Dametric James Medlen, has been charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault, for repeatedly ramming his ex-girlfriend's vehicle in a Walmart parking lot. Norfolk Southern has filed a complaint against the owner of a rail car that caused a derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, claiming that the car was not properly maintained. The company wants the car owner and other involved parties to share the responsibility for remediation efforts.