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Third Suspect ID’d In Norristown Ambush Killing Of Tahaj Harrison; $5K Reward Offered Third Suspect ID’d In Norristown Ambush Killing Of Tahaj Harrison; $5K Reward Offered
Third Suspect ID’d In Norristown Ambush Killing Of Tahaj Harrison; $5K Reward Offered Authorities have identified and charged the third suspect in the targeted murder of 20-year-old Tahaj “Pooh” Harrison in Norristown—and he’s still on the run. Jabril Morgan-Cook, 18, of Norristown, is wanted for first-degree murder and related charges for allegedly taking part in the May 23, 2025, gang ambush that left Harrison dead on Corson Street, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele announced on Wednesday, June 11. Surveillance Showed Three Shooters Just before 9:45 p.m. on May 23, Norristown police responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 600 block of Corson Street. They …
Man, 20, Found Shot Dead In Backyard Of Norristown Home: DA Man, 20, Found Shot Dead In Backyard Of Norristown Home: DA
Man, 20, Found Shot Dead In Backyard Of Norristown Home: DA A 20-year-old man was found fatally shot in the backyard of his Norristown home, authorities announced on Saturday, May 24. Tahaj Andru Harrison, 20, of Norristown, was found dead in the rear yard of his residence in the 600 block of Corson Street around 9:45 p.m. on Friday, May 23, according to Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Norristown Acting Police Chief James Angelucci. Police were alerted to the area by a ShotSpotter notification at 9:43 p.m., which indicated multiple gunshots had been fired near 639 Corson Street. When officers arrived, they discovered Harrison…
Two Killed In Camden Shooting: Prosecutor Two Killed In Camden Shooting: Prosecutor
Two Killed In Camden Shooting: Prosecutor Two people were killed in a double homicide on Camden on Saturday, March 29, authorities said. At 10:54 p.m., Camden County police responded to a ShotSpotter activation at the 600 block of Elm Street and found Francisco Benavides, a 21-year-old Pennsauken resident, with gunshot wounds, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez said. Benavides was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead soon after, authorities said. Luis Delgado, a 22-year-old Camden resident, was dropped off at the same hospital with g…
Shooting Leads To Illegal Handgun, Arrest Of 18-Year-Old Easton Resident: Prosecutor Shooting Leads To Illegal Handgun, Arrest Of 18-Year-Old Easton Resident: Prosecutor
Shooting Leads To Illegal Handgun, Arrest Of 18-Year-Old Easton Resident: Prosecutor An 18-year-old Easton man was arrested as authorities continue to investigate a shooting that occurred in Phillipsburg on Friday, March 28. at 5:45 a.m., Phillipsburg police responded to Spruce Alley on a report of a ShotSpotter and discovered bullet cases and bullet holes outside a residence, the Warren County Prosecutor's Office said. Akil Gilbert, an 18-year-old Easton man inside the residence, was found to possess an illegal 9mm hi-point handgun and high capacity magazine, authorities said. Police do not believe Gilbert's firearm was involved in the investigation, authorities said. The…
14-Year-Old Injured In Bridgeport Shooting; Police Searching For Tips 14-Year-Old Injured In Bridgeport Shooting; Police Searching For Tips
14-Year-Old Injured In Bridgeport Shooting; Police Searching For Tips Police in Fairfield County are investigating the weekend shooting of a 14-year-old in Bridgeport, authorities said.  The shooting was reported just after 5 p.m. Saturday, March 22, in the 700 block of Union Avenue, according to police. Officers were alerted by a ShotSpotter activation. Shortly after the incident, the teen arrived at Bridgeport Hospital with a gunshot wound to the leg, authorities said. They are expected to recover. Police said a private vehicle dropped the teen off at the hospital. The car was later found abandoned on Mill Hill Avenue. Investigators recovered evidenc…
Teen Leads Cops On Scooter Chase In Newburgh, Charged in Shots Fired Incidents: Police Teen Leads Cops On Scooter Chase In Newburgh, Charged in Shots Fired Incidents: Police
Teen Leads Cops On Scooter Chase In Newburgh, Charged in Shots Fired Incidents: Police A 17-year-old is facing multiple charges after allegedly fleeing police and being connected to two separate shots-fired incidents in Orange County, authorities announced. The events leading up to the boy's arrest began on Sunday, Jan. 19, just before 9:45 a.m., when City of Newburgh Police officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area of 191 Washington St., the department said on Tuesday, Jan. 28.  Upon arriving at the scene, an officer saw a male suspect leaving the area who matched the description from a previous shots fired incident on William Street on Monday, Jan…
Man Shot In Trenton: Police Man Shot In Trenton: Police
Man Shot In Trenton: Police A man sustained a gunshot wound in Trenton on the evening of Sunday, Jan. 5, authorities said. At 9:33 p.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 100 block of Bayard Street and found numerous shell casings in the vicinity of Hudson Street and Ditmar Alley, Trenton police said. Police also observed a small trail of blood at the scene, officers said. Officers received a call of a man with a gunshot wound inside a Bayard Street residence and encountered a 48-year-old Trenton resident with graze wound to his foot, police said. He was transported to Capital Health Regional…
Murder Suspect Apprehended, 29-Year-Old Victim Identified By Police In Baltimore Murder Suspect Apprehended, 29-Year-Old Victim Identified By Police In Baltimore
Murder Suspect Apprehended, 29-Year-Old Victim Identified By Police In Baltimore A Baltimore man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to a fatal shooting earlier this month in the city’s Southwest District, authorities announced. Tracy Jeter, 42, is accused of killing 29-year-old Travon Benson on Saturday, Dec. 14 in the 200 block of North Payson Street. Officers responded to the area shortly before 8:15 p.m. that night after a ShotSpotter alert and found Benson suffering from gunshot wounds.  He was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. Following an investigation, homicide detectives identified Jeter as the suspect.  He was a…
Third New Haven Shooting In 3 Days: Teen Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Being Shot Third New Haven Shooting In 3 Days: Teen Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Being Shot
Third New Haven Shooting In 3 Days: Teen Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Being Shot A 17-year-old Connecticut boy is recuperating after undergoing emergency surgery following a shooting on Tuesday, Sept. 3. It was the third shooting in New Haven this week, police said.  Officers received a ShotSpotter alert around 5:45 p.m. near Sherman and Edgewood Avenues, where they found the boy suffering from a bullet wound, New Haven police said.  Paramedics rushed the teen to Yale-New Haven Hospital, where doctors performed emergency surgery to save his life. He was listed in stable condition on Wednesday.  It's been a busy week for New Haven police who have wor…
4 Arrested In Trenton Shooting Of Bicyclist: Prosecutor 4 Arrested In Trenton Shooting Of Bicyclist: Prosecutor
4 Arrested In Trenton Shooting Of Bicyclist: Prosecutor Four people have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting of a bicyclist in Trenton last month, authorities said. Dajon Bethea, 26, of Trenton, Shyheim McMillon, 27, of Trenton, Jamir Black, 26, of Trenton, and Shatwan Liverman, 27, of Suffolk, Virginia, are each charged with conspiracy to commit murder, according to Acting Mercer County Prosecutor Theresa L. Hilton. Additionally, Bethea and McMillon each face a charge of accomplice liability murder, she said. At approximately 1:35 p.m. on July 2, Trenton police responded to the 200 block of Euclid Avenue …
CT 19-Year-Old Charged With Shooting Man On City Street CT 19-Year-Old Charged With Shooting Man On City Street
CT 19-Year-Old Charged With Shooting Man On City Street A Connecticut 19-year-old was charged with assault for allegedly shooting another man on a city street last month.  Bridgeport resident Maurice Beverly was arrested on Thursday, July 11, for the Sunday, June 23 incident in which a 23-year-old New Haven resident was shot on a city street in New Haven. According to Officer Christian Bruckhart of the New Haven Police, officers responded to the area of Whalley Avenue and Sherman Avenue following a ShotSpotter activation but could not find a victim. They later located the victim at Yale-New Haven Hospital, where he was treated for his inju…
Teen Accused Of Killing Man In Western Mass While Out On Bail: DA Teen Accused Of Killing Man In Western Mass While Out On Bail: DA
Teen Accused Of Killing Man In Western Mass While Out On Bail: DA The 19-year-old accused of killing a 38-year-old Hampden County man last month was out on bail at the time of the fatal shooting, authorities said.  Luis Rodriguez, of Chicopee, is charged with murder in the July 9 slaying of Dexter Ortiz, the Hampden District Attorney's Office said. Rodriguez was arrested on July 10 on motor vehicle charges and had his bail revoked in two other narcotics cases he is facing.  Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 50 block of West Street in Holyoke just after 11:20 p.m. They found Ortiz with a bullet wound and two others sufferin…
Teen ID'd As Person Killed In Springfield Shooting Teen ID'd As Person Killed In Springfield Shooting
Teen ID'd As Person Killed In Springfield Shooting Police have identified the 19-year-old man who died after being shot on Sunday, July 14, authorities said.  Damontey Williams, of Springfield, was found shot just before 11 p.m. in the 100 block of Massasoit Street after a ShotSpotter alert sent police to the area, the Hampden District Attorney's Office said.  Responders rushed him to Baystate Medical Center, where he died of his wounds.  Springfield police are investigating the shooting. Authorities ask anyone with information on the killing to contact detectives at 413-787-6355. 
Man Killed In Western Mass Shooting ID'd As 38-Year-Old Man Killed In Western Mass Shooting ID'd As 38-Year-Old
Man Killed In Western Mass Shooting ID'd As 38-Year-Old Authorities have identified the 38-year-old man who was shot and killed on July 9 in Hampden County.  Dexter Ortiz, 38, of Holyoke, was gunned down just before 11:30 p.m. in the 50 block of West Street, the Hampden District Attorney said. Police responded to the area after receiving a ShotSpotter call. The shooting remains under investigation. Police have not named the shooter. 
Teen Charged Two Months After Another Teen Injured In Atlantic City Shooting: Police Teen Charged Two Months After Another Teen Injured In Atlantic City Shooting: Police
Teen Charged Two Months After Another Teen Injured In Atlantic City Shooting: Police A Mays Landing teen was criminally charged two months after another teen was shot in Atlantic City, authorities said. Quamir Kirkland, 18, was given his charges while in the Atlantic County Justice Facility in an unrelated case, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Tuesday, July 16. He was accused of shooting a 15-year-old boy back on Tuesday, May 7. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 1400 block of Atlantic Avenue at around 11:07 p.m. They found the teen with a gunshot wound and he was brought to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City …
Teen Shot, Killed In Springfield Over Holiday Weekend ID'd; 2 Men Also Injured Teen Shot, Killed In Springfield Over Holiday Weekend ID'd; 2 Men Also Injured
Teen Shot, Killed In Springfield Over Holiday Weekend ID'd; 2 Men Also Injured Police have identified the 18-year-old woman who was shot and killed late last week following July Fourth celebrations in Springfield, authorities said. Two others were injured in the attack.  Shainn Goodson, 18, of Springfield, was found shot around 12:30 a.m. on Friday, July 5, in the area of Oswego and Niagra Streets, Springfield police said. Police also found two men at the scene who suffered minor injuries. Paramedics rushed her to Baystate Medical Center, where she later died of her injuries.  Police responded to the area after receiving a Shotspotter alert.  In…
Camden Man, 24, Shot Dead In Broad Daylight: Prosecutor Camden Man, 24, Shot Dead In Broad Daylight: Prosecutor
Camden Man, 24, Shot Dead In Broad Daylight: Prosecutor A 24-year-old man from Camden was shot dead in broad daylight on Friday afternoon, May 17, authorities said. Marcus Corbitt was pronounced dead about an hour after the shooting on the 800 block of Princeton Avenue in Camden, according to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay. At approximately 12:20 p.m., the Camden County Police Department received a ShotSpotter activation for gunfire. Police found a male victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. They transported him to Cooper University Hospital, and he was pronounced deceased at 1:15 p.m.  No arrests ha…
South Jersey Man Seriously Injured In Atlantic City Shooting South Jersey Man Seriously Injured In Atlantic City Shooting
South Jersey Man Seriously Injured In Atlantic City Shooting A Camden County man was shot and injured in a shooting in Atlantic City, authorities said. Atlantic City police responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the first block of South Bellevue Avenue at around 8:49 p.m. on Monday, Apr. 15, the department said in a news release. Officers found a 42-year-old Laurel Springs man who had been shot. He was rushed to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, City Division, with serious injuries. Anyone with information about the shooting should call the Atlantic City Police Department at 609-347-5766. You can also text an anonymous tip that begins with "AC…
Camden Man, 32, Shot Dead: Prosecutor Camden Man, 32, Shot Dead: Prosecutor
Camden Man, 32, Shot Dead: Prosecutor A 32-year-old man from Camden was shot dead on Saturday, April 13, authorities said. At about 10:20 p.m., the Camden County Police Department received a ShotSpotter activation for gunfire in the area of the 1600 block of Mt. Ephraim Avenue in Camden City, according to the Camden County Prosecutor's Office. Police found two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to Cooper University Hospital by a Camden County Police patrol vehicle. Algie Harmon was pronounced dead at 10:43 p.m., the prosecutor said. The second gunshot victim, a 43-year…
Trio Charged In Fatal Trenton Shooting: Prosecutor Trio Charged In Fatal Trenton Shooting: Prosecutor
Trio Charged In Fatal Trenton Shooting: Prosecutor Three men have been charged in connection with a fatal shooting last fall in Trenton, authorities said. Leroy Tutt, 37, of Trenton, was killed in the November 2023 shooting, according to Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri. Jerrod Baldwin, 41, of Ewing, and Kellen Dingman, 41, of Ewing, are each charged with first-degree murder, first-degree conspiracy to commit murder and weapons offenses, Onofri said..  Eric Bell, 44, of Trenton, is charged with first-degree conspiracy to commit murder and third-degree hindering apprehension, he said. All three men were ta…
Man, 44, Shot Dead On Camden City Street: Prosecutor Man, 44, Shot Dead On Camden City Street: Prosecutor
Man, 44, Shot Dead On Camden City Street: Prosecutor A 44-year-old man was shot dead on a Camden City street early Saturday, Feb. 24.  At 2:36 a.m., the Camden County Police Department received a ShotSpotter activation for gunfire in the 3000 block of South Congress Road in Camden City, according to the county Prosecutor's Office.  The Camden County Police Department also received 911 calls for a person shot in the area of the 3100 block of South Congress Road. Officers responded and located a male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Cooper University Hospital, and he was&…
Teen Gunned Down in Worcester Teen Gunned Down in Worcester
Teen Gunned Down in Worcester A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed in the early morning of Monday, Feb. 12, in Worcester, authorities said.  Police were called to the area of Shannon Street just after 3:15 a.m. for a ShotSpotter alert, but officers didn't locate a victim. They did find evidence of gunshots, Worcester police said.  Authorities called local hospitals for recent gunshot victims and found the teen had been dropped off and died of his wounds, Worcester police said.  Officials did not release his name as they notify his family.  Detectives ask anyone who has any information on the killi…
Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized In Springfield Shooting; Police Hunting Shooter Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized In Springfield Shooting; Police Hunting Shooter
Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized In Springfield Shooting; Police Hunting Shooter A man was killed and a woman seriously injured in a shooting in Springfield on Wednesday, Jan. 31, authorities said.  Officers were responding to a separate ShotSpotter alert on Rochelle Street when the second one came in just before 4:30 p.m. on Braddock Street, Springfield police said in social media posts.  Police found crime scenes at both locations but no victims.  Moments later, a car pulled into Baystate Medical Center in Springfield with a man and woman both suffering from bullet wounds, police said. The man died later that day.  The woman is expected to surviv…
'A Life Could Have Been Saved': Ludlow Man Out On Bail Now Accused Of Murder 'A Life Could Have Been Saved': Ludlow Man Out On Bail Now Accused Of Murder
'A Life Could Have Been Saved': Ludlow Man Out On Bail Now Accused Of Murder A 28-year-old Hampden County man with an extensive criminal history and was out on bail for two gun-related charges has been accused of gunning down a Springfield man, police said.  Ethan Fitzgerald, of Ludlow, is charged with murder, carrying a firearm without a license, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, and discharging a gun within 500 Feet of a building, Springfield police said.  Authorities arrested Fitzgerald on Thursday, Jan. 25, around 10 a.m. during a sting involving multiple police agencies when they stopped him near the intersection of Jefferson Avenue an…
South Jersey Man, 20, Killed In Weekend Shooting: Prosecutor South Jersey Man, 20, Killed In Weekend Shooting: Prosecutor
South Jersey Man, 20, Killed In Weekend Shooting: Prosecutor A 20-year-old man from Camden was killed in a weekend shooting, authorities said. On Saturday, Jan. 13, at about 6:30 p.m., Camden County police received a ShotSpotter activation for gunfire in the 800 block of Grant Street in Camden, according to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. Police found Joel Maldonado suffering from apparent gunshot wounds, they said. He was taken to Cooper University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at about 7:15 p.m. This investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with informatio…
Cape May County Man Killed In Atlantic City Shooting Cape May County Man Killed In Atlantic City Shooting
Cape May County Man Killed In Atlantic City Shooting An Upper Township man was killed in a late night double shooting in Atlantic City on Sunday, Jan. 7, authorities said. City police responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 1100 block of Monroe Avenue just after 10 p.m., according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. When officers arrived, they found two men with gunshot wounds at the scene. Kevin Gayle, Jr., 37, of Marmora was unresponsive. He was rushed to AtlantiCare Medical Center, City Division, and was pronounced dead at the hospital. A 24-year-old Atlantic City man was also taken to the hospital in the shooting. He was tre…
Man Who Tried To Kill Rival Outside Central Mass Courthouse Gets 11 Years In Prison: DA Man Who Tried To Kill Rival Outside Central Mass Courthouse Gets 11 Years In Prison: DA
Man Who Tried To Kill Rival Outside Central Mass Courthouse Gets 11 Years In Prison: DA A 32-year-old man who attempted to kill the driver of a passing car next to a Worcester courthouse earlier this year will spend up to 11 years behind bars.  James Freeman IV, of Worcester, pleaded guilty to multiple felonies, including armed assault to murder, this week in connection with the Feb. 2, 2023 shooting, the Worcester County District Attorney announced. He'll serve two years of probation after he is released from prison.  Police said Freeman fired at a passing car just after 2:30 a.m. near 114 Main Street, outside the Worcester trial court. A Shotspotter call sent offic…
Pennsauken Shooting Victim, 35, Dropped At Emergency Room Dies Pennsauken Shooting Victim, 35, Dropped At Emergency Room Dies
Pennsauken Shooting Victim, 35, Dropped At Emergency Room Dies A 35-year-old Pennsauken man died of gunshot wounds after he was dropped off outside a Camden County emergency room on Wednesday Dec. 27, authorities said. Esterlin Torres was identified as the victim shot on the 1400 block of Louis Street just after 6:05 p.m., Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez said.  Police responded to the area on a ShotSpotter activation and, a short time later, Torres was brought outside the emergency room entrance of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital with an apparent gunshot wound, MacAulay and Rodrigu…
Man Shot, Killed On Albemarle St. In Springfield Man Shot, Killed On Albemarle St. In Springfield
Man Shot, Killed On Albemarle St. In Springfield Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Springfield that happened Monday night, Dec. 4.  Officers were called to the 0-100 block of Albemarle Street just after 6 p.m. by a ShotSpotter alert, Springfield police said.  When they arrived, they found a man bleeding from a bullet wound. He was rushed to Baystate Medical Center, where he later died of his injuries, police said.  Authorities did not release the victim's name.  Police ask anyone with information to contact Springfield detectives at 413-787-6355.
19-Year-Old Busted After He's Caught Running From Worcester Shooting: Police 19-Year-Old Busted After He's Caught Running From Worcester Shooting: Police
19-Year-Old Busted After He's Caught Running From Worcester Shooting: Police A teenager has been charged after police say he fired a gun on Birch Street in Worcester and ran away.  Christian Tian-Salvador, 19, was arrested after police were dispatched to that area around 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, after officers received a Shotspotter alert, Worcester police said.  A responding officer saw him running up a flight of stairs to a nearby home when police arrived at the scene, police said. Officers also found evidence that shots had been fired and a loaded handgun in a common area of the apartment. Tian-Salvador was arrested after officers spoke with witn…
Man Accused Of Shooting 8-Year-Old In Ear In Bridgeport During Drive-By Man Accused Of Shooting 8-Year-Old In Ear In Bridgeport During Drive-By
Man Accused Of Shooting 8-Year-Old In Ear In Bridgeport During Drive-By A 23-year-old man has been accused of shooting an 8-year-old boy in the ear during a drive-by in Fairfield County. The incident took place in Bridgeport on Sunday, July 23 in the 300 block of Orchard Street. According to Capt. Kevin Gilleran of the Bridgeport Police, officers responded to the area around 11 p.m. after being alerted by ShotSpotter to 16 rounds being fired in the area and another for rounds on Spring Street. Earlier report: 20 Shots Fired: 8-Year-Old Hit During Shootout In Bridgeport Police and medics responded to the area and located an 8-year-old child suffering fr…