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Florida Principal Had No Idea About Fetty Wap Yearbook Lyric That Landed Her On Leave: Reports Florida Principal Had No Idea About Fetty Wap Yearbook Lyric That Landed Her On Leave: Reports
Florida Principal Had No Idea About Fetty Wap Yearbook Lyric That Landed Her On Leave: Reports A Florida principal has been placed on leave after a Fetty Wap lyric reportedly appeared beneath her name in a school yearbook without her knowledge. Trout Creek Academy Principal Katie O'Connell was placed on administrative leave May 20 amid an investigation into an "allegation of inappropriate conduct" after the quote, "Everybody hatin' we just call them fans though," appeared next to her name in the yearbook, according to First Coast News, an ABC affiliate. The quote is from Paterson, NJ rapper Fetty Rap's 2014 hit "Trap Queen." Fetty Wap was released from prison 11 months earlier t…
Police Shoot, Kill Armed Man During Westminster Confrontation; DA Launches Investigation Police Shoot, Kill Armed Man During Westminster Confrontation; DA Launches Investigation
Police Shoot, Kill Armed Man During Westminster Confrontation; DA Launches Investigation Authorities have opened an investigation into a fatal central Massachusetts police shooting that left a 22-year-old man dead earlier this week. Police officers arrived at a Westminster home on South Ashburnham Road around 4:42 p.m. on Monday, March 23, to serve an arrest warrant on a 22-year-old Westminster resident, the Worcester County District Attorney's Office said. Authorities have not released the man's name or the reason they were arresting him.   Authorities said the man met officers while holding a large knife, and when he moved toward them, they opened fire, officials sa…
Hartford Police Shooting Ruled Homicide After Officer Fired 9 Shots At Man With Knife Hartford Police Shooting Ruled Homicide After Officer Fired 9 Shots At Man With Knife
Hartford Police Shooting Ruled Homicide After Officer Fired 9 Shots At Man With Knife A Hartford police shooting that left a 55-year-old man dead has been ruled a homicide, according to state investigators. The Connecticut Office of Inspector General released a preliminary report on Friday, March 6, about the death of Steven Jones, who died days after being shot by police. The homicide ruling was expected. Jones died on March 3 from complications tied to gunshot wounds to his torso, the report said. The incident began around 11 a.m. on Feb. 27 on Blue Hills Avenue when a family member called 911 for help. The caller reported Jones was having a mental health crisis. Off…
Former Middletown Girls Basketball Coach Who Sexually Assaulted Student Learns Fate: Prosecutor Former Middletown Girls Basketball Coach Who Sexually Assaulted Student Learns Fate: Prosecutor
Former Middletown Girls Basketball Coach Who Sexually Assaulted Student Learns Fate: Prosecutor A 36-year-old former girls basketball coach in Monmouth County was sentenced to 5.5 years in prison after he admitting to having a sexual relationship with a student at his school, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago announced Tuesday, Feb. 24. Justin McGhee, the head basketball coach at Middletown High School North must permanently forfeit his public employment and teacher’s license, register as a sex offender under Megan’s Law, be subjected to Parole Supervision for Life, refrain from any contact with the victim, and be prohibited from the high school as part of his sente…
Rape, Sex Servitude Case Against Allentown Sgt. Evan Weaver, Jason Krasley Dismissed Rape, Sex Servitude Case Against Allentown Sgt. Evan Weaver, Jason Krasley Dismissed
Rape, Sex Servitude Case Against Allentown Sgt. Evan Weaver, Jason Krasley Dismissed Rape and involuntary sexual servitude charges against Allentown Police Sgt. Evan Weaver and former vice officer Jason Krasley have been dismissed, according to court records obtained by Daily Voice on Sunday, Feb. 22. The Lehigh County Court of Common Pleas docket shows every charge against both men was marked “Nolle Prossed (Case Dismissed)” on Feb. 20 during a pre-trial hearing before Judge Thomas M. Caffrey. The prosecution had previously been transferred to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office in August 2025 after the Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office cited a “potential con…
Stun Gun Failed — North Bethesda Man Killed After Attacking DC Police With Knives: MPD Stun Gun Failed — North Bethesda Man Killed After Attacking DC Police With Knives: MPD
Stun Gun Failed — North Bethesda Man Killed After Attacking DC Police With Knives: MPD A knife-wielding Maryland man was shot and killed by police in DC after charging at officers during a domestic call, investigators said. Jonathan Boruch, 31, of North Bethesda, was pronounced dead on Tuesday, Sept. 16, after the confrontation on the 5100 block of Sherier Place NW, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The deadly incident began around 10:53 a.m. when victims told police that Boruch was headed to their home and had threatened to damage vehicles.  The news conference has concluded and will be posted here shortly. Two knives were recovered on the scene. Both…
PA School Custodian Caught With Thousands Of Child Pornography Images: Police PA School Custodian Caught With Thousands Of Child Pornography Images: Police
PA School Custodian Caught With Thousands Of Child Pornography Images: Police A Pennsylvania school custodian is accused of possessing thousands of images and videos of child pornography on his personal electronic devices, police announced on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. Michael Siar, 55, of Whitehall, was arrested by the Whitehall Police Department and charged with 22 counts of possession of child pornography and 3 counts of criminal use of a communication facility, according to a release. The case began on April 23, 2025, when the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children submitted 13 cyber tips identifying Siar as a possible offender, investigators said. A sear…
Howard County Police Officer Involved In Crash That Killed 93-Year-Old Pedestrian (DEVELOPING) Howard County Police Officer Involved In Crash That Killed 93-Year-Old Pedestrian (DEVELOPING)
Howard County Police Officer Involved In Crash That Killed 93-Year-Old Pedestrian (Developing) An officer from the Howard County Police Department was involved in a fatal crash with an elderly pedestrian, the agency confirmed on Friday. At approximately 6:45 a.m. on Aug. 15, an on-duty, plainclothes officer was exiting a parking lot in an unmarked cruiser at Dobbin Center in the 6400 block of Dobbin Road when the SUV struck a 93-year-old woman. The pedestrian was rushed by paramedics to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, where she later died from her injuries. According to the preliminary investigation, speed is not believed to be a factor in the fatal strike. #HoCo…
Four Franklin Townships, One Tragedy: Local PD Says 'Not Us' After Double Murder-Suicide Four Franklin Townships, One Tragedy: Local PD Says 'Not Us' After Double Murder-Suicide
Four Franklin Townships, One Tragedy: Local PD Says 'Not Us' After Double Murder-Suicide A deadly double murder-suicide in one New Jersey town has people pointing fingers at the wrong police department. Now, Franklin Township Police in Somerset County is asking the public and the press to stop confusing them with another town of the same name where NJSP Trooper Ricardo Santos is believed to have followed Lauren Semanchik home from work and killed her and her new boyfriend, Tyler Webb, as previously reported by Daily Voice citing authorities. It’s an easy mistake to make: New Jersey has four Franklin Townships, plus Franklin Borough (Sussex County) and Franklin Lakes (Bergen Cou…
Franklin Police Chief On Leave After Double Murder Suicide, Prosecutor Says: 'Serious Concerns' Franklin Police Chief On Leave After Double Murder Suicide, Prosecutor Says: 'Serious Concerns'
Franklin Police Chief On Leave After Double Murder Suicide, Prosecutor Says: 'Serious Concerns' The Franklin Township police chief and one sergeant have been placed on leave following the double murder suicide at the hands of a New Jersey State Trooper last week, authorities said. The Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office says it will be supervising the department as it continues its investigation into the murders of Lauren Semanchik and Tyler Webb. Police Chief Timothy Snyder and Sergeant Kevin Bollaro are being placed on administrative leave, while the department will be run by Paul Approvato, a captain in the Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office, Robeson said.  Prosecutor…
Maryland Teen Airlifted After Officer-Involved California Shooting ID'd By Sheriff (UPDATED) Maryland Teen Airlifted After Officer-Involved California Shooting ID'd By Sheriff (UPDATED)
Maryland Teen Airlifted After Officer-Involved California Shooting ID'd By Sheriff (Updated) A 19-year-old armed suspect was shot by a sheriff’s deputy in Maryland after a foot chase at a busy shopping plaza, authorities said. It happened around 6:10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, when deputies tried to arrest the teen — later identified as Nathaniel Mekhi Golphin - who was wanted on an outstanding warrant, at a retail store in San Souci Plaza in California, according to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies chased him through the plaza.  During the pursuit, the Golphin pulled a gun, and a deputy fired a single round, striking him. Deputies immediately rendered aid u…
North Andover Officer Shot By Fellow Cop While Being Served Restraining Order ID'd As New Mom North Andover Officer Shot By Fellow Cop While Being Served Restraining Order ID'd As New Mom
North Andover Officer Shot By Fellow Cop While Being Served Restraining Order ID'd As New Mom A North Andover police officer is recovering in the hospital after she was shot by a fellow officer during a call to her home involving a restraining order. Officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons was off-duty when three of her coworkers, including a supervisor, came to her house on Phillips Brooks Road in North Andover on Monday, June 30, to serve her with a court-approved restraining order, authorities said. That’s when, authorities say, something went wrong. "When one of the officers was escorting Ms. Fitzsimmons during the service of the court order, an armed confrontation took place," said Essex Co…
Driver Tries To Run Down Officer, Gets Shot At In Frederick County: Police Driver Tries To Run Down Officer, Gets Shot At In Frederick County: Police
Driver Tries To Run Down Officer, Gets Shot At In Frederick County: Police A suspicious vehicle call turned violent when a driver allegedly tried to run down a police officer in Maryland, triggering a shooting early Sunday, June 29, according to officials. An officer was dispatched to the 1300 block of Mulberry Court around 2:50 a.m. on Sunday, June 29, for a report of a suspicious vehicle, the Frederick Police Department said.  The call came after earlier reports of someone breaking into vehicles near Hillcrest Drive and Orchard Drive, investigators noted. An officer located the car believed to be linked to that report and attempted a traffic stop. The driv…
Harrisburg Officer Drags GF In York County; 'Please Help Me' Text Prompts Arrest: Affidavit Harrisburg Officer Drags GF In York County; 'Please Help Me' Text Prompts Arrest: Affidavit
Harrisburg Officer Drags GF In York County; 'Please Help Me' Text Prompts Arrest: Affidavit A Harrisburg police officer is facing criminal charges after allegedly dragging his girlfriend off a couch by her hair, soaking her with a squirt gun, and destroying her belongings during a disturbing domestic dispute in York County, according to an affidavit obtained by Daily Voice on Tuesday, June 3. Lee Richard Brown, 39, of Mount Wolf, was charged with Misdemeanor Simple Assault, Summary Harassment, and Summary Criminal Mischief. He was released on a $15,000 signature bond following his preliminary arraignment on Monday, June 2. He is scheduled to appear in court again on July 7 before M…
Off-Duty Cop Hits Pedestrian In Colonie; Victim Has Life-Threatening Injuries Off-Duty Cop Hits Pedestrian In Colonie; Victim Has Life-Threatening Injuries
Off-Duty Cop Hits Pedestrian In Colonie; Victim Has Life-Threatening Injuries A 65-year-old man is fighting for his life after being struck by a car driven by an off-duty police officer in the Capital Region. The collision happened in Colonie, near the intersection of Old Loudon Road near Purtell Avenue, on Tuesday night, May 27, according to Colonie Police. Multiple people called 911 at around 10:15 p.m. reporting a pedestrian who was seriously injured. The victim was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center, where he remained in critical condition on Wednesday, May 28, New York State Police said. A preliminary investigation found that off-duty Colonie Police o…
Suspect Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting During Chase In Philly: Police Suspect Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting During Chase In Philly: Police
Suspect Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting During Chase In Philly: Police A male suspect was shot and killed by police during a foot pursuit in Philadelphia’s Fairhill neighborhood, authorities said at a press conference on Wednesday, May 21. The chase began around 6:41 p.m. near the intersection of Somerset and Mutter streets, Philadelphia Police said. Officers were in pursuit of the man when a “scuffle” broke out. Just one minute later, they radioed for backup, officials stated. During the incident, at least one officer discharged their firearm, striking the suspect. The man was transported to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 6:55 p.m…
Arlington HS Employee Under Investigation For Inappropriate Conduct: Officials Arlington HS Employee Under Investigation For Inappropriate Conduct: Officials
Arlington HS Employee Under Investigation For Inappropriate Conduct: Officials A staff member at a Dutchess County high school has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of inappropriate conduct, school district and law enforcement officials confirmed.  In a letter sent to families on Thursday, May 15, Arlington Central School District Superintendent Philip Benante acknowledged the serious nature of the report and said the district, which includes large parts of the towns of LaGrange, Pleasant Valley, Beekman, Poughkeepsie, and Union Vale, acted swiftly after learning of the allegations.  "Upon receiving this report, we immediately no…
Suicidal Knife-Wielding Man Shot By Officers In Essex, Police Say Suicidal Knife-Wielding Man Shot By Officers In Essex, Police Say
Suicidal Knife-Wielding Man Shot By Officers In Essex, Police Say A knife-wielding man is recovering in the hospital after being shot by police in Maryland during a confrontation in Baltimore County, authorities announced. The shooting was reported around 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, in the 1000 block of Pine Road in Essex, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. Officers had been called to the area for a report of a missing “suicidal subject,” police said. When they arrived, they located the man, who has not been identified, armed with a knife. Officers say they gave multiple orders for the man to drop the weapon, but he allegedly refuse…
Hanover School Principal Placed On Leave Following 'Weekend Incident' Hanover School Principal Placed On Leave Following 'Weekend Incident'
Hanover School Principal Placed On Leave Following 'Weekend Incident' The principal of a Pennsylvania elementary school was been placed on leave Monday, March 31, following a "weekend incident," according to a message posted to the school's website. "Effective immediately, Ms. Hines is on a leave of absence from her duties as Principal of Hanover Elementary School until further notice as a result of an incident that transpired this weekend," school officials said in the statement. "We are unable to provide additional details as the investigation is ongoing." In the interim, Bethlehem Area School District Supervisor of Equity Initiatives and former elementary …
New London Officer Arrested Again In Domestic Violence Case: Police New London Officer Arrested Again In Domestic Violence Case: Police
New London Officer Arrested Again In Domestic Violence Case: Police A Connecticut police officer was arrested again in connection with a domestic violence incident that allegedly took place last year.  Julio Gil-Martinez, 28, of New London, was arrested for violating a protective order last week, police said. It's the fourth time he's been arrested.  Gil-Martinez was placed on administrative leave in November and remains on leave, according to New London Police. He's been employed with the police department since 2023.  Gil-Martinez was previously charged with disorderly conduct, unlawful restraint, criminal mischief, and violating a protect…
Cop Shooter In Custody, Wounded Officer Released After Attack At Catonsville Precinct: Police Cop Shooter In Custody, Wounded Officer Released After Attack At Catonsville Precinct: Police
Cop Shooter In Custody, Wounded Officer Released After Attack At Catonsville Precinct: Police A man accused of ambushing and shooting a Baltimore County police officer outside a precinct is behind bars, while the wounded officer has been released from the hospital, authorities announced. Andrew Britt, 27, has been charged with multiple offenses, including two counts of attempted first-degree murder, for allegedly opening fire on officers in the parking lot of the Wilkens Precinct on Thursday, March 13, Baltimore County Police said. Investigators say Britt approached an officer outside his patrol vehicle around 2:30 p.m. and began speaking with him. Moments later, he pulled out a gun…
Off-Duty Detective Shoots Man During Altercation After Crash: MPD Off-Duty Detective Shoots Man During Altercation After Crash: MPD
Off-Duty Detective Shoots Man During Altercation After Crash: MPD A DC detective has been placed on administrative leave after shooting a man during a fight that broke out following an early morning crash on Saturday, authorities said. Metropolitan Police officers responded to a reported shooting in the 1800 block of Potomac Avenue SE just before 1 a.m. on March 1, officials said. Police said the off-duty detective had been involved in a crash before the situation escalated. After both drivers got out of their vehicles, a fight broke out, police said. At some point during the fight, the detective pulled his service weapon and shot the man, according to a…
Police ID Man Hit, Killed By Unmarked Norwalk Police Vehicle Police ID Man Hit, Killed By Unmarked Norwalk Police Vehicle
Police ID Man Hit, Killed By Unmarked Norwalk Police Vehicle Update: Manuel Bonilla-Gomez's family created a GoFundMe to help cover his funeral expenses. The campaign has raised more than $4,500. Click here for more information on the fundraiser.  Original: Authorities have identified the Fairfield County man who was killed when he was hit by an unmarked police vehicle while riding his bike this week.  Manuel Bonilla-Gomez, 68, of Norwalk, was riding his bike near the Connecticut and Fairfield Avenues intersection in Norwalk around 6 p.m. when the crash happened, authorities said.  Paramedics rushed Bonilla-Gomez to Norwalk Hospi…
Former Chester Police Commissioner Charged In Hit-And-Run: PSP (UPDATE) Former Chester Police Commissioner Charged In Hit-And-Run: PSP (UPDATE)
Former Chester Police Commissioner Charged In Hit-And-Run: PSP (Update) Former Chester City Police Commissioner Stephen Gretsky has been charged in connection with a hit-and-run crash in Chester, Pennsylvania, authorities announced on Wednesday, Jan. 29. The collision occurred near East 22nd Street and Hyatt Street on Monday morning, when the driver of a black SUV struck a parked vehicle and left the scene without providing personal or insurance information shortly after midnight on Saturday, Jan. 27, Pennsylvania State Police said in a release. No injuries were reported in the crash. The City of Chester placed Police Commissioner Steven Gretsky on admini…
Cape May Teacher Allegedly Impregnated By 13-Year-Old Former Student Released From Jail: Report Cape May Teacher Allegedly Impregnated By 13-Year-Old Former Student Released From Jail: Report
Cape May Teacher Allegedly Impregnated By 13-Year-Old Former Student Released From Jail: Report Laura Caron, a 34-year-old teacher, charged with sexually assaulting a former student from when he was 11 years old, was ordered released from jail on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 6abc reports. The judge granted her release at a detention hearing, saying she was not a flight risk. She is ordered to have no contact with the victim, his family or any minors, besides her 5-year-old daughter, NJ Advance Media says. According to a criminal affidavit, Caron was 28 years old when she was impregnated by a 13-year-old former student. Caron, a Cape May Court House resident who teaches fifth grade at M…
Rutgers Gymnastics Coach On Leave Over Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD Rutgers Gymnastics Coach On Leave Over Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD
Rutgers Gymnastics Coach On Leave Over Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD Unme Salim-Beasley, the Rutgers gymnastics coach, has been placed on paid administrative leave after an investigation into her conduct, including an improper relationship with then-Athletic Director Patrick Hobbs. Gymnasts at Rutgers alleged Salim-Beasley bullied them and did not address their injuries nor mental health concerns, while the athletics department often turned a blind eye, due to the relationship between Hobbs and Salim-Beasley, according to the release of a 52-page report by the law firm Lowenstein and Sandler, commissioned by the school. The 2023-2024 Rutgers women's gymnasti…
Montclair Teacher Who Made Threats To Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report Montclair Teacher Who Made Threats To Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report
Montclair Teacher Who Made Threats To Principal Placed On Leave For 'Erratic Behavior': Report Amir Doctry, who was arrested Monday, Jan. 13 after making threats that caused the Montclair school district to shut down, had been placed on leave for "erratic behavior," according to a report. The Northeast Elementary School teacher, was arrested at his home in Philadelphia, after posting a bizarre YouTube video in which he claimed he was going to be the next Montclair superintendent. In the video description, he wrote: "Joe must die school shooting Montclair school shooting kills Dr. Joe Racsim Racist Joe is dead. He dies tonight." Montclair Police Lt. Terrence Turner told the New York …
Three MPD Officers Shot Responding To Burglary Amid Police Staffing Concerns In DC Three MPD Officers Shot Responding To Burglary Amid Police Staffing Concerns In DC
Three MPD Officers Shot Responding To Burglary Amid Police Staffing Concerns In DC Three DC police officers were shot in Northeast DC while responding to a burglary in progress on Monday morning, the DC Police Union confirmed. The officers, whose names have not been released, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and are expected to be discharged from the hospital within 24 hours, DC Police Union Chairman Gregg Pemberton said following the incident, which was reported shortly after 4:30 a.m. on Jan. 13 in the 300 block of Florida Avenue NE. “We can confirm that all three officers have suffered non-life-threatening injuries and will likely be released within the next 24 h…
Montclair Schools Staffer Made Threats Against Co-Worker Forcing Districtwide Closure: Police Montclair Schools Staffer Made Threats Against Co-Worker Forcing Districtwide Closure: Police
Montclair Schools Staffer Made Threats Against Co-Worker Forcing Districtwide Closure: Police A 45-year-old staff member at the Montclair School District was arrested and charged Monday, Jan. 13 with threatening a co-worker, causing all schools to be closed, police said. UPDATE: Bizzare YouTube Video Shows Threat Made By Montclair Teacher Placed On Leave: Report Officers began investigating after a threat was made via social media toward a specific staff member at Northeast Elementary School, Montclair police said. In collaboration with law enforcement, the Montclair School District closed as a precautionary measure, police said. Amir Doctry, a staff member currently on admini…
Norristown Police Chief Resigns Effective Immediately Norristown Police Chief Resigns Effective Immediately
Norristown Police Chief Resigns Effective Immediately Jacqueline Bailey-Davis has resigned as the Municipality of Norristown Chief of Police, effective immediately, officials announced Tuesday, Dec. 17. Bailey-Davis, who took office on Jan. 2, 2024, had been placed on administrative leave on Nov. 25. Municipal Administrator Leonard Lightner previously stated that the decision to place her on leave was made “after careful consideration” and emphasized the confidentiality of personnel matters. “The council and municipal leadership are focused on maintaining stability within the police department,” Lightner said in the earlier announcement. …
Police Identify Knife-Wielding Suspect Fatally Shot By Police At Rosslyn Metro Station In VA Police Identify Knife-Wielding Suspect Fatally Shot By Police At Rosslyn Metro Station In VA
Police Identify Knife-Wielding Suspect Fatally Shot By Police At Rosslyn Metro Station In VA New details have been released by the Arlington Police Department after a tense encounter at the Rosslyn Metro Station turned deadly when an officer was forced to shoot and kill a knife-wielding suspect earlier this week. Cedric Butler, 27, who has no fixed address, has been identified by investigators on Friday afternoon as the person who was killed in an officer-involved shooting this week. It all started around 3:45 p.m. on Dec. 10, when officers responded to a call about a suspicious man inside a business on the 1500 block of Wilson Boulevard.  The man - later identified as&n…