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Former employee accused of assaulting workers

TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is facing charges after police say he assaulted employees at his former employment.

On June 23, around 3:00 p.m. the Pocono Township Police Department was called to the rear of Weis Plaza in Tannersville for a fight. 

Wanted Man Stole Firearm From Poconos Gun Range: Police | Northampton Daily Voice

A man wanted by Easton police is now accused of stealing a handgun from a shooting range in Stroudsburg, according to authorities.

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Man accused in Poconos kidnapping also sexually assaulted woman in Slate Belt, authorities say

Davaun Jackson, 29, of East Stroudsburg, Monroe County in May forced himself onto the victim who was interviewing for a job, authorities said.

Man accused in Monroe County kidnapping charged in sex assault case - The Morning Call

Davaun C. Jackson, 29, of East Stroudsburg, was charged Wednesday with sexual assault and aggravated indecent assault, according Northampton County ...

Man charged in shipping container kidnapping case also accused of assaulting woman ...

A man charged with sexual assault in Northampton County is connected to a bizarre case of kidnapping in Monroe County, court documents confirm.

How fireworks can impact veterans

MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY  (WBRE/WYOU) — Millions of Americans are getting ready to celebrate our nation's birthday by attending firework displays across our region.

But for some, especially America’s heroes, those traditions can be mentally grueling.

The crackling pop of fireworks will be heard throughout our area this week for the 4th of July.

Many enjoy the shimmering displays, for some, however, it can be traumatic.

Retired Sergeant Major Claudette Williams served in the U.S. Army for 30 years.

ARREST: SMITH, JERRIEL DASHON - (1 count) Burglary (F1) and 3 additional charges

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SMITH, JERRIEL DASHON

(1 count) Burglary (F1)
(1 count) Criminal Trespass (F2); (1 count) Loitering and prowling at night (M3); (1 count) Simple Assault (M2)
& (1 Count) Criminal Mischief (M3)
& (1 Count) Public Drunkenness (S)

Age

40

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

ARREST: Delaney, John - 18 5101 - OBSTRUCTING ADMINISTRATION OF LAW OR GOVERNMENTAL

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Delaney, John

18 5101 - OBSTRUCTING ADMINISTRATION OF LAW OR GOVERNMENTAL FUNCTIONS
(1 count) Title 75 3802 (A(1)) Driving Under the Influence (M)
(1 Count) (75) 3809 A Restriction of Alcoholic Beverages (S)
(75) 1501(a) Driving without a License

Age

27

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 11"

Weight

Two men arrested for kidnapping in Poconos, confining four women in shipping container

A disturbing incident unfolded in the Poconos as Pennsylvania State Police say they arrested two men accused of kidnapping and holding four women ...

4 Women kidnapped and held captive in shipping container; suspects arrested - KAKE

In a vehicle allegedly driven by Rogers-Keeney, the victims were taken to a property owned by Jackson in Smithfield Township, Monroe County. Court ...

Judge plans June 2025 trial for man accused of murdering four University of Idaho students

The tentative timeline set by Latah County District Judge John Judge came as the accused killer, Bryan Kohberger, 29, appeared at a hearing in which ...

Women kidnapped, held captive in shipping container; suspects arrested at Pa. Walmart

Two men are facing multiple felonies after they allegedly abducted four women in Smithfield Township, Pa. and then held them captive.

Kidnapped women raped in shipping container, PA cops say. 'Miracle no one was killed'

Troopers said the four women were kidnapped June 24 and taken to the property of Davaun Carlon Jackson in Monroe County. Two of the women had ...

Duo charged after women and teen were kidnapped, with two raped in Pennsylvania

To keep them quiet, Jackson and Rogers-Keeney allegedly snatched them and drove them to property Jackson owned in Smithfield Township. There, they ...

Two charged after kidnapping, rape in Monroe County - PAhomepage.com

Pennsylvania State Police say two men have been arrested and accused of holding four women captive in these shipping containers. “It was a minor ...

4 women kidnapped and held captive in shipping container; suspects arrested in Mount Pocono

Two men are facing multiple felonies after they allegedly abducted four women in Smithfield Township, and then held them captive.

4 Females Who Were Allegedly Held Captive Inside a Shipping Container: Police - People

Pennsylvania authorities say they have arrested two men in connection with the alleged kidnapping of four females, two of whom were allegedly raped.

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