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New Footage Shows 4 Suspects In Tarrytown Lighthouse Arson Case (UPDATE) New Footage Shows 4 Suspects In Tarrytown Lighthouse Arson Case (UPDATE)
New Footage Shows 4 Suspects In Tarrytown Lighthouse Arson Case (Update) Westchester County Police have released surveillance images of four people believed to be connected to the arson fire and vandalism that severely damaged the historic Tarrytown Lighthouse over the weekend. In an update on Tuesday, June 3, police asked for the public’s help in identifying the four persons of interest. The photos, which show the suspects near the scene, were made public as part of the ongoing investigation.  The blaze and destruction were discovered by a Westchester County Parks employee around 9:40 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, who arrived at the site to find smoke, shatter…
Alert Issued For Man, 64, Missing For Nearly Month From Stony Point Alert Issued For Man, 64, Missing For Nearly Month From Stony Point
Alert Issued For Man, 64, Missing For Nearly Month From Stony Point Police in Rockland County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 64-year-old man who was last seen nearly a month ago.  Michael Levoci, 64, was reported missing after he was last seen in the area of Gilmore Drive in Stony Point around midnight on Wednesday, May 7, the Stony Point Police Department said in an announcement on Tuesday, June 3.   Levoci is described as a white male, around 5 foot 10, weighing 230 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. A photo released by police shows him wearing a light blue polo shirt. Authorities say Levoci does not have access…
Truck Driver Wanted After Serious Hit-Run Crash Near Maryland’s Bay Bridge: MDTA Police Truck Driver Wanted After Serious Hit-Run Crash Near Maryland’s Bay Bridge: MDTA Police
Truck Driver Wanted After Serious Hit-Run Crash Near Maryland’s Bay Bridge: Mdta Police A tractor-trailer driver is being hunted down by Maryland authorities after fleeing the scene of a violent four-vehicle pile-up that left one person seriously injured near the Bay Bridge, officials said. The crash happened at approximately 6:40 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, on the westbound side of US-50 in Queen Anne’s County, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police. Officers from the Bay Bridge Detachment responded near the approach to the bridge span and found a black Scion tC, a silver Jeep Wrangler, and a gold Honda Odyssey damaged in a wreck. The driver of the Sci…
Alert Issued For Man Missing For Days From Patterson Alert Issued For Man Missing For Days From Patterson
Alert Issued For Man Missing For Days From Patterson Authorities in Putnam County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man last seen in Patterson over Memorial Day weekend. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a missing person case involving Felix Rosales Bonilla, who was last seen around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 25, at 6 Barnard Rd. in Patterson, authorities announced on Monday, May 27. Bonilla is described as 5-foot-4 and weighing 160 pounds. His last known location is in a residential area, and investigators are asking residents nearby to review any Ring or surveillance camera footage that may as…
Hochul Touts One-Time Baby Bonus For Eligible NY Families: Here's How Much To Expect Hochul Touts One-Time Baby Bonus For Eligible NY Families: Here's How Much To Expect
Hochul Touts One-Time Baby Bonus For Eligible NY Families: Here's How Much To Expect Expecting a baby? New York’s latest state budget will soon deliver a financial boost for some growing families. Low-income families with new babies who are on public assistance are eligible for an $1,800 birth allowance, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday, May 20. Known as the BABY Benefit (Birth Allowance for Beginning Year), the one-time cash payment was among a slate of measures in the newly passed FY 2026 state budget meant to ease the burden of birth-related expenses, Hochul’s office said. “By putting more money in the pockets of working families, the BABY Benefit will contribute …
Driver Killed Checking On Disabled Vehicle In Greenwich Hit-Run Crash; Police Look For Ford Van Driver Killed Checking On Disabled Vehicle In Greenwich Hit-Run Crash; Police Look For Ford Van
Driver Killed Checking On Disabled Vehicle In Greenwich Hit-Run Crash; Police Look For Ford Van A man was fatally struck on I-95 early Sunday morning, May 18, after stepping out of his disabled vehicle, police said. Investigators are now asking for the public’s help in tracking down the driver responsible. Cristhian Eduardo Carvajal Saldana, 31, of White Plains, New York, was checking on his vehicle about a half-mile from Exit 3 around 4:30 a.m. when he was hit, according to Connecticut State Police. Troopers were already en route to assist with the stalled car when they received word that the driver had been struck. Emergency crews responded quickly, but Saldana was pronounced dead a…
Recognize Him? Man Dies After Jumping From Silver Spring Parking Garage, Police Say Recognize Him? Man Dies After Jumping From Silver Spring Parking Garage, Police Say
Recognize Him? Man Dies After Jumping From Silver Spring Parking Garage, Police Say Do you know him?  Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help after a man died in downtown Silver Spring, and they still don’t know who he is. Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are working to identify a man who jumped from a parking garage on Saturday, May 10, in the 800 block of Ellsworth Drive, officials announced. The incident happened shortly before 10 p.m., police said. The man had no identification on him when officers arrived, and police have not yet determined who he is, officials said. Police described the man a…
Top 'Deadbeat Dads' Unveiled By Suffolk Sheriff Ahead Of Mother's Day: 'We Will Come Find You' Top 'Deadbeat Dads' Unveiled By Suffolk Sheriff Ahead Of Mother's Day: 'We Will Come Find You'
Top 'Deadbeat Dads' Unveiled By Suffolk Sheriff Ahead Of Mother's Day: 'We Will Come Find You' Just in time for Mother’s Day, Long Island police are putting out a bold message: if you’re dodging child support, your time is up. The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office unveiled the county’s top 10 “Deadbeat Dads”–men who collectively owe hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid child support–at a press conference outside the Yaphank jail Thursday, May 8. Some individuals on the list owe more than $300,000, according to officials, and have been evading law enforcement despite legal obligations to support their children. Among those to speak alongside a poster of the men were Suffolk Count…
Fireworks, Flames, Burnouts: Crowd Takes Over Fairfield Stop & Shop Parking Lot Fireworks, Flames, Burnouts: Crowd Takes Over Fairfield Stop & Shop Parking Lot
Fireworks, Flames, Burnouts: Crowd Takes Over Fairfield Stop & Shop Parking Lot A video posted online allegedly shows people setting a fire and performing burnouts after taking over the parking lot of a Connecticut grocery store late last week. Now, police are asking for the public’s help identifying those involved. An officer witnessed the parking lot takeover at the Stop & Shop on Villa Avenue in Fairfield just before 11 p.m. on Friday, May 2, according to authorities. However, officers could not immediately intervene because other units were responding to higher-priority 911 calls, Fairfield police said Monday. "As there was no active threat to the public, the …
Police Seek ID Of Man On Motorcycle In Lewisboro: Know Him? Police Seek ID Of Man On Motorcycle In Lewisboro: Know Him?
Police Seek ID Of Man On Motorcycle In Lewisboro: Know Him? Authorities in Westchester are asking for help from the public in identifying a wanted man seen riding a motorcycle.  In an announcement on Friday morning, May 2, the Lewisboro Police Department released surveillance photos depicting a man on a motorcycle who they are looking to identify.  Although the department did not say why they were seeking to identify the man, police asked residents to call them at 914-763-8903 or email cmule@lewisboropd.com if they know anything.  Those who contact police are asked to reference incident report #95492.  This is a developing…
Pair Wanted In Wayne Walgreens Shoplifting Spree: Cops Pair Wanted In Wayne Walgreens Shoplifting Spree: Cops
Pair Wanted In Wayne Walgreens Shoplifting Spree: Cops Police in Wayne are asking for the public’s help tracking down two people wanted for shoplifting at a local Walgreens, with a third woman still unidentified, authorities said. Tiffany Vasto, 34, of Lyndhurst, and John Howlett, 51, of Maplewood, have been charged in connection to a theft at the Walgreens on Valley Road that happened on March 9, according to Detective Capt. Dan Daly of the Wayne Police Department. The two are currently wanted and at large, police said. The department credited help from the public in identifying the suspects. “With assistance from the public, Wayne Police Det…
Woman Shot, Abandoned At White Oak Medical Center; Police Search For Driver (DEVELOPING) Woman Shot, Abandoned At White Oak Medical Center; Police Search For Driver (DEVELOPING)
Woman Shot, Abandoned At White Oak Medical Center; Police Search For Driver (Developing) Detectives are urgently working to identify a young woman who was shot and left at a Maryland hospital by a man who then took off, Montgomery County Police said. The disturbing discovery was made early Sunday, April 27, when a man drove an injured woman to White Oak Medical Center in Silver Spring around 7:15 a.m., according to investigators. Police say the man spoke briefly to hospital staff before leaving the victim behind and fleeing the area in a newer model white Ford Mustang. The woman — described as a Hispanic female in her early to mid-20s with distinctive tattoos on her right thig…
Haledon Cops Seek Help In Lewdness Investigation Haledon Cops Seek Help In Lewdness Investigation
Haledon Cops Seek Help In Lewdness Investigation The Haledon Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a man in a lewdness investigation, they said. The man, pictured above, may be driving a silver Nissan Altima or Nissan Sentra. No further information was provided. Anyone who recognizes the man pictured above is urged to contact Detective/Lieutenant Timothy Lindberg at tlindberg@haledonpd.org or Detective/Corporal Semir Celoski at sceloski@haledonpd.org, or call 973-790-4444. You can also reach out via email at tips@haledonpd.org. Your prompt assistance is greatly appreciated!
Porch Pirate Caught On Video: Police Seek Help In ID'ing Suspect In Stony Point Porch Pirate Caught On Video: Police Seek Help In ID'ing Suspect In Stony Point
Porch Pirate Caught On Video: Police Seek Help In ID'ing Suspect In Stony Point Authorities in Rockland County are asking the public for help in identifying a man filmed stealing packages from a porch.  The theft happened at a Stony Point residence on Thursday, April 10, where a man was caught on surveillance video taking packages and leaving in his car, the Stony Point Police Department said. We need your help - this incident occurred on 4/10/25 in the Town of Stony Point, NY and we are asking for your... Posted by Stony Point Police Department on Thursday, April 10, 2025 Anyone with any information is asked to call police at 845-786-2422. The depar…
Next Of Kin Sought For Hamburg Man Found Dead In Kempton: Berks Coroner Next Of Kin Sought For Hamburg Man Found Dead In Kempton: Berks Coroner
Next Of Kin Sought For Hamburg Man Found Dead In Kempton: Berks Coroner The Berks County Coroner’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating the next-of-kin for a Hamburg-area man found dead in Kempton on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Melvin W. Manley, 66, formerly of Hamburg, was located deceased, according to Deputy Coroner and Investigator Holly Stavarski. Anyone with information regarding Manley’s family is asked to call the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280.
Man Struck By Vehicle Remains Unidentified: Glassboro PD Man Struck By Vehicle Remains Unidentified: Glassboro PD
Man Struck By Vehicle Remains Unidentified: Glassboro PD An unidentified man was hit by a vehicle on Tuesday, April 8 in Glassboro, authorities said. At 8:21 p.m., the man was walking south in the northbound lane of Delsea Drive when he was struck in front of Smash Bros., Glassboro police said. Officers could not locate any identification or a cell phone belonging to him, police said. The man remains hospitalized and police are hoping to identify him to notify his family who may be looking for him, officers said.  He is described as a Black man wearing wearing blue jeans, gray t-shirt, dark blue hooded sweatshirt, black puffer coat, police …
Search Intensifies For Centreville Hiker With Dragon Tattoo Missing Over A Month Search Intensifies For Centreville Hiker With Dragon Tattoo Missing Over A Month
Search Intensifies For Centreville Hiker With Dragon Tattoo Missing Over A Month He vanished without a trace more than a month ago — and now, there’s a renewed push to find him. Michael “Deric” Bennet, 42, was last seen on Thursday, Feb. 27 in Centreville, and hasn’t been heard from since, according to a missing person alert shared by Shenandoah National Park officials. The theory?  Bennet may have gone off the grid and onto the Appalachian Trail, where vast stretches of rugged wilderness and miles of trail could make him hard to spot — or reach. The 6-foot, 190-pound man is described as having brown hair and distinct tattoos, including a dragon skeleton on his b…
Man Allegedly Scammed Elderly Victim Out Of $12.5K — Now Cops In Wayne Want To Find Him Man Allegedly Scammed Elderly Victim Out Of $12.5K — Now Cops In Wayne Want To Find Him
Man Allegedly Scammed Elderly Victim Out Of $12.5K — Now Cops In Wayne Want To Find Him Police in Wayne are asking for the public's help in tracking down the suspect who scammed an elderly victim out of $12,500. Police declined to share details of the incident citing an active investigation. The suspect may have ties to Jersey City, police said.  Anyone who can identify the suspect in this photo is asked to contact Det. Henriquez at (973)694-0600.
Two 14-Year-Olds Missing From Gloucester Township: Police Two 14-Year-Olds Missing From Gloucester Township: Police
Two 14-Year-Olds Missing From Gloucester Township: Police Two Gloucester Township 14-year-old girls girls have been missing from the Blackwood neighborhood since Friday, March 7, authorities said. Amiya Albert is a Black girl, who stands 5’5” and weighs 155 lbs., Gloucester Township police said. She has brown eyes and long braided black hair, police said. She was last wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black leggings, and black sneakers, police said. She is believed to be in Camden City, possibly in the area of Sycamore Court, police said. Jazmine Boston is a Black girl who stands 5’5” and weighs 200 lbs., police said. She has brown eyes and short…
Human Remains Discovered In Montgomery County Park, Police Seeking Help Identifying Victim Human Remains Discovered In Montgomery County Park, Police Seeking Help Identifying Victim
Human Remains Discovered In Montgomery County Park, Police Seeking Help Identifying Victim Authorities are working to identify a young man whose remains were discovered in a Montgomery County park, according to police. A hiker stumbled upon a human skull in a wooded area of Rock Creek Regional Park on Saturday, March 1, and immediately called 911, Montgomery County Police said. Officers from Montgomery County Police and the Maryland National Capital Park Police responded to the scene, where they found additional human bones along with clothing items, including a winter hat, jacket, and pants.  No identification was recovered at the site, officials said. The Office of the C…
Pennsylvania Woman Missing For Nearly Three Months: Police Seek Public’s Help Pennsylvania Woman Missing For Nearly Three Months: Police Seek Public’s Help
Pennsylvania Woman Missing For Nearly Three Months: Police Seek Public’s Help A 75-year-old Pennsylvania woman has been missing for nearly three months, and police are asking for the public’s help in finding her. Linda Harvey was last seen by her sister at her home on the 40000 block of Woodhaven Road in Philadelphia at approximately 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12, police said. Harvey is described as 5-foot-10, weighing 150 pounds, with brown eyes and black and white hair. She has a thin build, uses a cane, and often wears necklaces and bracelets, authorities said. She is known to frequent Center City and Southwest Philadelphia, police added. Anyone with information o…
15-Year-Old Albany Velasquez Missing For 8+ Months; Lebanon County DA Seeks Help 15-Year-Old Albany Velasquez Missing For 8+ Months; Lebanon County DA Seeks Help
15-Year-Old Albany Velasquez Missing For 8+ Months; Lebanon County DA Seeks Help It has been more than eight months since 15-year-old Albany Velasquez vanished from her home in Berks County, and authorities are now turning to the public for help, the Lebanon County District Attorney’s Office announced on Thursday, March 6. Velasquez was last seen on Friday, June 21, 2024, and despite relentless efforts by her family, she has not been found. Investigators have not disclosed whether there are any leads in her disappearance. Anyone with information about Velasquez’s whereabouts is urged to contact Detective Edward Burns of the Lebanon County Detectives Bureau at (717) …
16-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady Has Been Missing For 2 Days 16-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady Has Been Missing For 2 Days
16-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady Has Been Missing For 2 Days Authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing teenager from the Capital Region. Kara Lorman, 16, was last seen in Schenectady on Tuesday, March 4, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. No other details, including a clothing description or last known location, were given. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Schenectady Police Department at 518-630-0911. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Brazen Thief Swipes Battery From PA Police Speed Tracker, Drives Off Brazen Thief Swipes Battery From PA Police Speed Tracker, Drives Off
Brazen Thief Swipes Battery From PA Police Speed Tracker, Drives Off A bold thief stole a NOCO battery pack straight from a Pennsylvania police speed timing device in broad daylight—then sped off, authorities said. The shocking theft happened at 4:52 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the intersection of Blue Church Road South and Wild Cherry Drive in Center Valley, Upper Saucon Township police said. The suspect, driving a white Dodge van, was last seen heading south on Blue Church Road. Now, investigators are asking the public for help. If you have video footage, recognize the man, or can identify the van’s registration plate, contact police at (610) 282-3064.
Father Fatally Shot; Fugitive Son Sought In Maryland: State Police Father Fatally Shot; Fugitive Son Sought In Maryland: State Police
Father Fatally Shot; Fugitive Son Sought In Maryland: State Police Maryland State Police are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a fatal shooting in Wicomico County that left a 57-year-old Salisbury man dead inside his home. Roy Walters, 57, was found with apparent gunshot wounds inside his apartment in the 1100 block of Parsons Road around 6 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, authorities said.  Walters was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency personnel from the Salisbury Fire Department. A homicide investigation is currently underway by detectives of SPD and the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit. On... Posted by Salisbury, Maryland …
Next Of Kin Sought For Edwin Pacheco, 48, Found Dead In Reading: Coroner Next Of Kin Sought For Edwin Pacheco, 48, Found Dead In Reading: Coroner
Next Of Kin Sought For Edwin Pacheco, 48, Found Dead In Reading: Coroner The Berks County Coroner’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a man's next of kin. Edwin D. Pacheco, 48, was found dead in Reading. His body was discovered on Tuesday, Feb. 18, officials said. His last known address was on the 400 block of S. 5th Street in the city. Anyone with information about his family is urged to contact the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280.
Hit-Run Driver Slams Into Parked Maryland State Police Car On I-695 In Baltimore County Hit-Run Driver Slams Into Parked Maryland State Police Car On I-695 In Baltimore County
Hit-Run Driver Slams Into Parked Maryland State Police Car On I-695 In Baltimore County Maryland State Police are asking for the public’s help to track down a driver who slammed into a trooper’s parked vehicle on I-695 and fled the scene. The crash happened shorty after 1:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, when a trooper from the Golden Ring Barrack was assisting a motorist on the right shoulder of I-695 near Windsor Mill Road, police said. For unknown reasons, a vehicle struck the stationary patrol car, which had its emergency lights activated. The trooper was outside the vehicle at the time and was not injured, officials said. The driver of the striking vehicle did not stop and fled…
Man, 33, Killed After Being Hit By Multiple Vehicles On Parkway In Middletown: State Police Man, 33, Killed After Being Hit By Multiple Vehicles On Parkway In Middletown: State Police
Man, 33, Killed After Being Hit By Multiple Vehicles On Parkway In Middletown: State Police New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help after a 33-year-old man was fatally struck by multiple vehicles in a hit-and-run crash on the Garden State Parkway in Monmouth County Friday, Feb. 14. The crash happened just before 6 p.m., when Jose Cerda-Estevez, of Plainfield, got out of a Honda Pilot that was traveling southbound in the express lanes near milepost 112.8, police said. After exiting the moving SUV, Cerda-Estevez was struck by multiple unidentified vehicles, all of which failed to stop at the scene, according to authorities. He died as a result. State Police are urg…
Hempstead Girl, 12, Located Hours After Going Missing Hempstead Girl, 12, Located Hours After Going Missing
Hempstead Girl, 12, Located Hours After Going Missing A Long Island girl who was reported missing was located hours later. Heidy Tamatzin, 12, of Hempstead, had last been seen at around 11 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, according to Nassau County Police. She was reported missing early Tuesday, Feb. 4. Tamatzin has since been located, police said in an update Tuesday afternoon. No other details were given. Original report: Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing child from Long Island. Heidy Tamatzin, 12, of Hempstead, was last seen at around 11 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, according to Nassau County Police. She was reported missing…
Dead Dog Found In Grassy Common Behind Frederick Homes: Police Dead Dog Found In Grassy Common Behind Frederick Homes: Police
Dead Dog Found In Grassy Common Behind Frederick Homes: Police Authorities in Frederick County are asking for the public’s help after a dead Pit Bull-type dog was discovered in a grassy common area in the Hillcrest neighborhood, officials announced. According to Frederick County Division of Animal Control officials found the dog at around 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30 in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Frederick in a grassy common area behind Tillman Place and Arwell Court. The 3-year-old, unspayed female dog, is mostly white with a large tan patch around her right eye and a smaller tan patch near her left eye. Frederick County Animal Control offi…
Know Them? Search On For Suspect Who Stole From Haverstraw Business, Police Say Know Them? Search On For Suspect Who Stole From Haverstraw Business, Police Say
Know Them? Search On For Suspect Who Stole From Haverstraw Business, Police Say Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a person connected to an ongoing theft investigation in Rockland County.  In an announcement on Monday, Jan. 27, the Haverstraw Police Department shared images of a suspect captured during two separate incidents at a local business, which was not named.  The department has not released further details about the theft but is urging anyone who may recognize the person in the photos or has relevant information to come forward. Residents can contact the Haverstraw Police Department by calling 845-354-1500 or …