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Two Teens Charged in Allentown’s Massive 6-Alarm Factory Fire
local14 days ago

Two Teens Charged in Allentown’s Massive 6-Alarm Factory Fire

Two juveniles are in custody and facing arson, recklessly endangering another person, conspiracy and causing a catastrophe charges in connection with Allentown's six-alarm fire at the former American Atelier furniture factory on Front Street. The suspects, ages not released, will proceed through the juvenile system as investigators—backed by state and federal partners—continue to probe the blaze. City leaders praised responders and relief efforts; United Way says 25 people in nine displaced households (including six children) are receiving aid.

Relative halts teen's plan to attack Joliet elementary school, Will County officials say
local1 month ago

Relative halts teen's plan to attack Joliet elementary school, Will County officials say

A relative stopped a juvenile’s alleged plan to shoot Grand Prairie Elementary in Joliet by pinning him down and calling 911; deputies recovered a Glock, loaded magazines, a backpack with knives, an accelerant, gloves and other items. The student, a Plainfield High School freshman with a history of poor attendance, was detained and transported to a hospital after making suicidal and homicidal statements; there is no active threat and no charges have been filed as investigators continue.

Durham cyclist dies after collision; driver charged with DWI
local2 months ago

Durham cyclist dies after collision; driver charged with DWI

A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike on Cole Mill Road in northwest Durham was killed after a Ford Explorer struck him; the driver, 26-year-old Joseph Savarino, has a BAC of 0.11% and is charged with misdemeanor DWI, with bail set at $100,000 and a May 20 court date. The investigation continues, the victim’s mother posted a tribute on Facebook, and Savarino is related to former Duke guard Michael Savarino.

11-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Mother's Boyfriend in Philadelphia Domestic Dispute
crime4 months ago

11-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Mother's Boyfriend in Philadelphia Domestic Dispute

An 11-year-old boy took his mother’s semiautomatic handgun and fatally shot her boyfriend during a domestic dispute in Southwest Philadelphia, near the 1100 block of South Peach Street, around 11:40 p.m. The mother and the boy were detained for interviews as detectives investigated; investigators found the gun registered to the mother, and authorities say the case remains active with no charges announced yet.

Plano teen charged with first-degree aggravated assault after shooting father at home
local5 months ago

Plano teen charged with first-degree aggravated assault after shooting father at home

A 15-year-old boy in Plano is charged with first-degree aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after shooting his father at their home; he was detained and placed in the Collin County Juvenile Detention Center, the father was hospitalized with his condition not disclosed, and police say the incident was isolated with no ongoing threat to the public as investigators seek a motive.

13-Year-Old Arrested with Guns and Threats to School
crime10 months ago

13-Year-Old Arrested with Guns and Threats to School

A 13-year-old boy in Washington was arrested for possessing 23 guns and ammunition, with social media posts indicating intentions to commit a mass shooting. He pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, and authorities found evidence of obsession with school shooters and imitation behaviors. His parents believe the posts were meant to be 'cool' among peers, and the boy is not currently enrolled in any school.

Two Teens Arrested in D.C. Intern Murder, Third Suspect at Large
crime10 months ago

Two Teens Arrested in D.C. Intern Murder, Third Suspect at Large

Two 17-year-olds have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of congressional intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym in Washington, D.C., with a third juvenile suspect still at large. The suspects, identified through video evidence and interviews, have prior violent juvenile records, and prosecutors plan to seek additional charges. The case has sparked criticism of local juvenile justice policies.

Houston Man Charged in Fatal 'Ding Dong Ditch' Shooting of 11-Year-Old
world10 months ago

Houston Man Charged in Fatal 'Ding Dong Ditch' Shooting of 11-Year-Old

An 11-year-old boy in Houston was shot and killed while playing a prank called 'ding dong ditch,' leading to the arrest of 42-year-old Gonzalo Leon Jr. on charges of murder. The incident highlights the dangers of pranks turning deadly, with authorities noting that the circumstances did not suggest self-defense. The case is part of a broader pattern of violent outcomes from similar pranks in recent years.