Lancaster man charged after allegedly burglarizing victim’s home in Lancaster City: police
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A Lancaster man is facing felony charges after police say he forcibly entered a victim's home, according to Lancaster City Police. Rashon Jones, 19, has been charged with felony burglary, criminal trespass and loitering prowling at night following an incident on June 18. Police...
Large sinkhole flips vehicle on Central Pennsylvania roadway
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– A large sinkhole opened on a Lancaster County roadway on Wednesday night, causing a vehicle to overturn. According to abc27 News’ media partner Lancaster Online (LNP), the sinkhole opened up late Wednesday night on the Harrisburg Pike in East Hempfield Township. The incident closed a...
Restaurant Inspections – Columbia Borough – June 20, 2025
George Christopher’s, 15 S. Third St., Columbia, June 13. Pass. No violations. Black Olive Family Diner, 1506 Lancaster Ave., Columbia, June 10. Fail. Food Employees eating in production areas as evidenced by beverage containers in the walk-in cooler and near the waffle maker; corrected, previous violation, April 18,...
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Harford County
It was found in the 5000 block of Rocks Road in the Pylesville area. Authorities say it's possible the animal exposed people and/or pets in the area.
Wanted in Berks: Walter Singleton
READING, Pa. - The Berks County Sheriff's Office is trying to track down a man wanted in connection with a theft ring. Authorities say they're looking for Walter Singleton. They say he was involved in a theft organization where delivery drivers would swipe cell phones and then return them for cash.
Five juveniles apprehended after Route 222 police chase
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Five juveniles were apprehended on Wednesday, June 18, after a multi-county police chase involving a stolen vehicle. According to Pennsylvania State Police, officers from the Cumru Township Police Department attempted to stop a Hyundai Sedan stolen from Pottstown during a routine traffic...
Firefighter charged with indecent assault after teen’s report
SPRING GROVE, Pa. — A York County firefighter has been charged with having inappropriate and unwanted physical contact with a junior member of the fire company last year, police claim in charging documents. Nathan Wetzel, 20, of Spring Grove, is charged with corruption of minors, indecent assault without consent,...
Juvenile hospitalized after accidental self-inflicted gunfire at Dauphin County apartment
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — One juvenile has been hospitalized after what police call an "accidental shooting" at a Dauphin County apartment complex. Susquehanna Township Police responded to the Walnut Crossing Apartments on the 3300 block of Union Deposit Road around 4:20p.m. Officials say that a juvenile...
Police searching for missing person in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Lillian Wanda-Jean Adams, who has been reported missing from York, Pennsylvania. According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Lillian was last seen on June 16, 2025. She is described as a female teenager, now 16...
New York Man Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison for Bank Fraud Scheme
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Oliver Tejada, 25, of the Bronx, New York, was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison on Wednesday by United States District Judge Timothy J. Savage for his role in a fraudulent scheme that stole over $1 million from bank accounts of at least 23 victims, including elderly individuals.