Crime & Public Safety
Monday, May 4, 2026 · Easton
Harrisburg Teen Threatens School Massacre at Closing Ceremony
A 19-year-old Harrisburg man faces felony charges after vowing to 'shoot everyone' at a private school's closing event, state police say. Terrence Twyman Jr. assaulted staff during the confrontation at Yellow Breeches Education Center. He remains jailed on $5,000 bond ahead of a May 12 court date.
Memphis Man Indicted in Brutal Assault at Pennsylvania's Canaan Prison
A 49-year-old Memphis man faces up to a decade behind bars after allegedly savagely attacking a fellow inmate at the U.S. Penitentiary in Canaan, Pennsylvania. The January incident left the victim with serious bodily injury, prompting a federal indictment this week. Justice Department officials say the assault underscores the harsh realities inside one of Pennsylvania's toughest federal lockups.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Tip Leads to Arrest in 6 Northwest Philly Robberies
Philadelphia police arrested 28-year-old Maurice Connelly after a public tip cracked a string of six armed robberies terrorizing Germantown convenience stores. The quick arrest, fueled by media coverage, brings relief to a neighborhood gripped by fear. Authorities credit community vigilance for taking the suspect off the streets.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Philly Police Nab Suspect in Burglary Spree Targeting Asian Businesses
Philadelphia police arrested Frederick Gray, 45, as part of a criminal ring preying on Asian-American business owners by tracking their vehicles to homes in Bucks County. The sophisticated operation used GPS devices and armed break-ins, with video capturing suspects ransacking a Bensalem residence. Authorities warn of similar crimes spreading across Pennsylvania counties as they hunt remaining fugitives.
Monday, May 4, 2026