Philadelphia

Guilty Former Philadelphia Police Officer Admits to 3rd-Degree Murder of Unarmed 12-Year-Old

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A former Philadelphia police officer pleaded guilty to 3rd-degree murder for fatally shooting an unarmed 12-year-old boy during a botched foot pursuit in 2022. The officer, Edsaul Mendoza, was initially charged with first-degree murder, third-degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, and possession of an instrument of crime. The incident occurred when Mendoza pursued the … Read more

“Students and parents flood North Penn School Board meeting in response to violent attack” – FOX 29 Philadelphia

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Lansdale, Pennsylvania – A North Penn School Board meeting was filled with concerned students and parents following a violent attack that occurred recently. The community came together to address safety concerns and demand action from school officials. Emotions ran high as attendees voiced their fears and frustrations about the incident. The incident in question involved … Read more

Philadelphia Car Meetup Turns Deadly: Sister Seeks Justice for Murdered Victims

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – A car meetup in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond neighborhood took a tragic turn, resulting in a fatal shootout that claimed the lives of two young women and left two others wounded. The incident, which occurred on May 30, 2022, has left the community shocked and grieving. The sister of one of the victims, … Read more

Philadelphia Woman Investigates Century-Old Family Murder Mystery

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Jo Piazza, a mother of three, embarked on a journey to investigate a century-old cold case murder that has haunted her family for generations. Raised with stories of her great-great-grandmother Lorenza Marsala’s tragic death in Sicily, Jo delved into a web of wild theories surrounding the mysterious circumstances of her ancestor’s murder. … Read more

Man Fatally Shot Multiple Times in Juniata District of Philadelphia, Police Investigating

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A man lost his life after being shot multiple times in the Juniata section of the city. The incident occurred early Saturday morning on Castor Avenue, prompting authorities to respond to reports of gunshots at approximately 3:50 a.m. Law enforcement discovered a 39-year-old man with several gunshot wounds to his torso at … Read more

Man Fatally Shot Near La Salle University Campus in Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A tragic incident unfolded near La Salle University’s campus in Philadelphia on Wednesday night when a man was fatally shot. The shooting occurred on the 1700 block of Olney Avenue at around 8:45 p.m., prompting a swift response from law enforcement officers. Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered a man with … Read more

Man Fatally Shot near La Salle University Campus in Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A tragic shooting incident unfolded near La Salle University’s campus on Wednesday night, leaving a man dead. Authorities responded to the scene on the 1700 block of Olney Avenue around 8:45 p.m., where they discovered a victim with a fatal gunshot wound to the head. The victim, a 40-year-old male, was rushed … Read more

Rapper Phat Geez Fatally Shot in North Philadelphia: Meek Mill and Family React

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – The music community in Philadelphia is mourning the loss of local rapper Derrick Gant, also known as Phat Geez, who tragically lost his life in a shooting in North Philadelphia over the weekend. Gant was found with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest on North Taney Street after an altercation with a … Read more

Prisons Commissioner in Philadelphia Resigns Amid Escapes and Inmate Deaths

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – The head of the Philadelphia Department of Prisons has announced her departure following a spate of inmate deaths and escapes under her watch. Blanche Carney, who has led the city’s prison system since 2016, revealed in a letter to staff that her last day will be on April 5, as reported by … Read more

Rampage Suspect in Philadelphia Stand Trial for Deadly Shooting Spree

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A suspect accused of a deadly rampage in Philadelphia’s Kingsessing neighborhood is set to stand trial after being held on all charges following a preliminary hearing. Kimbrady Carriker, the 40-year-old individual in question, faced a court decision months after being deemed unfit to stand trial and ordered to undergo mental health treatment. … Read more