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Kortney Staples, a 33-year-old Chester woman who had been missing since July 11, was found in the Delaware River on Sunday, per her sister; authorities had been at the scene as part of a water operation, and a vehicle resembling Staples’ was towed earlier, with NBC10 reporting on the developing case.
Delaware has declared a measles outbreak after four unvaccinated adult cases in Kent County, while Chester County, PA, reports 13 confirmed cases; health officials urge vaccination, highlight the high contagion of measles, and are expanding access through clinics, mobile units and pharmacies while conducting contact tracing to identify additional cases.
Saquon Barkley’s Chester County residence in the Malvern area was targeted in a Saturday morning home invasion. Barkley and his family were inside and unharmed; one suspect entered the home but no injuries occurred, and investigators say nothing appears to have been taken. Authorities believe multiple vehicles may have been involved and the suspects fled the scene as the investigation continues.
The body of a missing paddleboarder was recovered at Marsh Creek State Park in Chesterr County’s Upper Uwchlan Township after overnight storms, and the park reopened on Sunday; the victim’s identity has not been released.
The first PECO strike in the company’s 145-year history moved into its second day after about 1,600 workers walked off due to stalled negotiations; the union alleges assaults on picketers in Philadelphia and Chester County, while PECO says the claims are false and a federal mediator is helping facilitate talks.
Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was fatally shot after pulling over an erratic driver in West Caln Township; the driver died by suicide and the investigation is ongoing.
Multiple people were shot during Lincoln University's Homecoming event in Pennsylvania, prompting a police investigation and emergency response; the condition of victims is unknown, and counseling services are being offered to students and staff.
Octorara Area School District School Board President Sam Ganow was killed in a small plane crash in West Caln Township, Pennsylvania. The crash occurred between a home and some trees, narrowly missing the house. Ganow, a longtime pilot, was flying to Nashville for a friend when the twin-engine plane went down. An NTSB investigator will examine the crash site and the aircraft, with a preliminary report expected within 30 days.
The school board president of the Octorara School District, Sam Ganow, was killed in a small plane crash in Chester County, Pennsylvania. The crash occurred just two minutes after takeoff, and the pilot, who was the only person on board, died when the aircraft went down in West Caln Township. The plane narrowly missed an Amish farmhouse and cabinetry shop, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the crash.
The president of the Octorara Area School District board, Sam Ganow, died in a small plane crash in Chester County. Ganow, who had served on the school board for 26 years, was described as a dedicated and helpful member of the community. He was known for his commitment to education and his various interests and activities, including being a skiing judge and participating in marathons. The school district expressed profound sadness and offered support to Ganow's family and the community.
A small plane crashed in West Caln Township, Pennsylvania, killing a man in his 60s who has been identified as Octorara Area School District School Board member Sam Ganow. The crash occurred between a home and some trees, and the pilot was the only person on board. The plane went down shortly after taking off from Chester County Airport, and the cause of the crash is currently under investigation by the FAA and NTSB.
After a two-week manhunt, law enforcement officers in Chester County, Pennsylvania, captured Danilo Cavalcante, an escaped murderer convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend. Cavalcante had managed to evade capture by outrunning and outmaneuvering hundreds of trained officers in the rolling hills and dense forests of the county. The search was hindered by unseasonably warm weather, challenging terrain, and unlocked sheds and outbuildings that provided hiding places for Cavalcante. Despite the difficulties, law enforcement remained determined and eventually apprehended Cavalcante, who had survived on stolen watermelons and creek water. The 34-year-old Brazilian had planned to carjack someone and flee the area before his capture.
The manhunt for escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante continues in Chester County, Pennsylvania, with no arrest made yet. Cavalcante changed his appearance, stole a dairy delivery van, and attempted to contact acquaintances but was unsuccessful. The van has been recovered, but authorities remain concerned that he may try to steal another vehicle. The search area is no longer defined, and police are following up on tips from the public. The reward for information leading to Cavalcante's capture has increased to $25,000. Police have authorized the use of deadly force if he does not surrender. Schools in the area have implemented safety measures, and Longwood Gardens plans to reopen after Cavalcante moved further north.
Escaped prisoner Danelo Cavalcante has been spotted twice in the search area near Chester County Prison, according to police. The search efforts, involving hundreds of officers and various technologies, have been ongoing since Cavalcante broke out on August 31. The search perimeter has shifted multiple times, with recent sightings near Longwood Gardens. A guard on duty during the escape has been fired, and there is a $20,000 reward for information leading to Cavalcante's capture.
Danelo Cavalcante, a convicted murderer serving a life sentence without parole, escaped from Chester County Prison in Pennsylvania. Considered extremely dangerous, he was last seen walking along a road in Pocopson Township. Law enforcement agencies are conducting a county-wide search, and the public is urged to call 911 with any information about the suspect.