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Bryan Kohberger returns to Idaho court to argue for change of venue in student murders case

"The pressure to convict Bryan Kohberger is so severe that Latah County survey respondents said if he wasn't convicted: 'They'd burn the courthouse ...

Idaho murder suspect wants trial moved after survey results say town will 'burn the ... - WLFI

Attorneys for Kohberger, 29, argued in a court filing the trial should be moved out of Latah County due to a “mob mentality” threatening the safety of ...

Police look to ID females in sleight-of-hand trick theft - Yahoo

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are looking to identify two females after they did a “sleight of hand” trick at Weis ...

Ad Watch: Is police officer in pro-Susan Wild ad fake? - The Morning Call

Ad Watch is a fact checking column that looks at political attack ads in Pennsylvania's 7th District. A recent pro-Susan Wild ad is misleading.

Bryan Kohberger trial: Defense claims survey shows 'prejudgment opinions of guilt' in Idaho murders

The defense's argument is based on a survey conducted by a defense expert in four Idaho counties, including Latah, where the killings took place.

ARREST: NIEVES, JOSEPH J - (1 count) Simple Assault(M3) and 2 additional charges

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(1 count) Simple Assault(M3)
(1 count) Harassment (S)
(1 count) Disorderly Conduct(S)

Age

21

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Height

5' 8"

Weight

180 lbs

Hair

Brown

Theft InvestigationCaseAug 28, 2024On August 28, 2024 at about 11:50 AM, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department was dispatched to Weis...

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Theft Investigation

CaseAug 28, 2024On August 28, 2024 at about 11:50 AM, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department was dispatched to Weis Market, 1070 N 9th St in reference to a theft that had occurred on August 15, 2024, at 5:33 PM. 

Police look to ID females in sleight-of-hand trick theft | 28/22 News - PAhomepage.com

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are looking to identify two females after they did a "sleight of hand" trick at Weis ...

Police look to ID females in sleight-of-hand trick theft

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are looking to identify two females after they did a "sleight of hand" trick at Weis Market in Stroudsburg.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department on August 28 they were dispatched to Weis Market on Ninth Street in Stroudsburg for an incident that occurred on August 15 at 5:33 p.m.

Police say the women pictured below were able to steal $140 in $20 bills.

Four arrested, one sought in basketball court fight involving firearm - FOX56

Police arrested four men and are still searching for a fifth suspect after a basketball game turned into a fight with gun threats in Monroe County ...

ARREST: MCDANIEL, PATRICK - (1 count)Obstruction Administration of Law (M2) and 4

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(1 count)Obstruction Administration of Law (M2)
(1 Count) False Identification To Law Enforcement (M3)
(1 count) Simple Assault (M3)
(1 count) Harassment (S)
(1 count) Disorderly Conduct(S)

Age

21

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

ARREST: Williams, Deidre - (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft

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(1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft

Age

63

Race

Black

Gender

Female

Height

5' 3"

Weight

180 lbs

Hair

Brown

Eyes

Brown

PD: Park fight with gun threats ends with four arrests, one wanted

POCONO TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Four men were arrested and one is still wanted after police say a basketball game led to a fight with gun threats in Monroe County last month.

According to the Pocono Township Police Department, on July 8 around 7:00 p.m., officers were called to TLC Park basketball court for a report of 5-6 people fighting.

Two arrested in East Stroudsburg motel drug investigation | 28/22 News - PAhomepage.com

EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people have been arrested after an undercover investigation resulted in a motel drug operation ...

Two arrested in East Stroudsburg motel drug investigation

EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people have been arrested after an undercover investigation resulted in a motel drug operation being shut down.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department, on August 27 around 3:00 p.m., Sean Johnson, 50, and Cathi Jones, 52, were captured in Alabama after a warrant was issued for their arrest in Monroe County.

ARREST: JONES, CATHI MARIE - (1 )780-113(A)(30) Possession with Intent to Deliver (F) and

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(1 )780-113(A)(30) Possession with Intent to Deliver (F)
& 35 780-113(a)(16) Possession of a Controlled Substance (1 Count)

Age

52

Race

White

Gender

Female

Height

5' 4"

ARREST: JOHNSON, SEAN J - (1 )780-113(A)(30) Possession with Intent to Deliver (F) and 4

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(1 )780-113(A)(30) Possession with Intent to Deliver (F)
& 35 780-113(a)(32) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
(1) Count 7512(A) Criminal Use Of Communication Facility (F3)
(1) count 6105 (a)(1) Persons not to possess (F2)
(1 Count) (18) 3925 (A) Receiving Stolen Property (F2)

Age

50

Race

ARREST: Gaddy, Michael J - (1 Count) (18) 3304 (a) (5) Criminal Mischief(M2)

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(1 Count) (18) 3304 (a) (5) Criminal Mischief(M2)

Age

42

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

6' 0"

Weight

200 lbs

Hair

Black

Eyes

Brown

Barrett Township Hires Attorney to Defend Firearm Discharge Ordinance

Barrett Township Hires Attorney to Defend Firearm Discharge Ordinance

Barrett Township recently hired Neil L. Albert, a partner at the Ephrata-based law firm Zimmerman, Pfannebecker, Nuffort & Albert, LLP, to represent them in a legal challenge regarding the proposed firearm discharge ordinance. Albert was chosen over the township's standard solicitor.

Police ask for community's help after dozens of vehicles broken into overnight in Derry Township

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Richardson , Jaquan Abdul - Bench Warrant | Slate Belt Regional Police Department

An occupant in the vehicle was identified as Jaquan Richardson. Jaquan was confirmed to have a bench warrant from Monroe County Sheriff's Office for ...

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