‘Sucker Punch’ suspect faces additional charges
Barry Baker
The man charged with slugging a disabled man in front of a West Chester 7-11 faces additional charges, Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan said Thursday.
Barry Baker, 29, currently of Georgetown, DE, but a former East Fallowfield resident, now faces additional charges of Flight to Avoid Apprehension, Hogan said. Baker was the subject of a manhunt after videos showed him taunting...
Costello continues fight against human trafficking
Rep. Ryan Costello (PA-06), a member of the Human Trafficking Caucus, spoke on the U.S. House of Representatives Floor Wednesday in support of bipartisan legislation to fight human trafficking.
“Combatting human trafficking is critical to ensuring our constituents have safe and healthy communities,” Costello said. “It is important to advocate for resources for those fighting human trafficking...
So. Chesco Police seek help in finding missing woman
Erin Leigh Miller
Update, 11:10 a.m.: Police found Miller’s car in North Wilmington this morning.
The Southern Chester County Regional Police Department is investigating a report of a potentially endangered missing woman. The victim, Erin Leigh Miller, age 36 years was last seen by her parents on Monday, July 10, 2017 at approximately 7:45 a.m. in West Grove. It is reported that the victim...
Hogan gives Sheriff’s Office award for Baker apprehension
Chester County Sheriff Carolyn ‘Bunny’ Welsh (second left) holds the commendation presented by Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan (center). She is also joined by (from left to right) Chief Deputy Jason Suydam, Chief Deputy Kevin Dykes and First Assistant District Attorney Michael Noone.
WEST CHESTER – Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan issued a commendation to the Chester...
Hartman announces new run for the 16th in 2018
Christina Hartman
LANCASTER — After surprising much of the local political world with both her ability to raise funds and attract voter support in a heavily Republican Congressional district in 2016, Christina Hartman announced Tuesday she would again seek the Democratic nomination for the seat in 2018.
Hartman lost a competitive race against current freshman U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker in the 16th District.
After deadly crash, emergency adoptions needed for displaced animals
Emergency workers treat animals following a deadly night car accident at BVSPCA’s New Caste shelter. Because of the damage to the building, 98 animals are displaced and a call for adoptions — including at the West Chester location, was issued.
NEW CASTLE, DE — A deadly car crash that took the life of a Delaware woman overnight did massive damage to a regional animal shelter, displacing nearly...
Happy Fourth of July!
From all of us at The Times — have a happy, fun and safe Fourth of July.
Enjoy your holiday with friends and family — put down the tablet, smartphone or computer and enjoy the warm weather and fun. We’ll be back later in the week.
GOT HIM!
Road rage killing suspect surrenders to police Sunday morning
David Desper
WEST GOSHEN — The subject of a multi-state manhunt turned himself in early Sunday to face first degree murder charges in the case of a road rage shooting that took the life of a West Chester teenager, Thursday.
David Desper, 28, of Trainor, surrendered to authorities at 2 a.m. Sunday, according to Chester County District Attorney...
Hunt for road rage gunman intensifies
A composite drawing of the man sought in the road rage shooting of a West Chester teen, Thursday evening.
Authorities have one message for the man sought across the region for the brutal slaying of a teenage girl in an apparent road rage incident on Route 100 Thursday evening: turn yourself in, or authorities will find you.
West Goshen police circulated a composite drawing of the man, thought to be...
Officials: Have fun, but stay safe for 4th weekend
While the Fourth of July means fireworks, fun, outdoor grilling and more, state and local officials are reminding everyone not to ignore safety in preparing for their celebrations — or travel – this long holiday weekend.
Although long a staple of holiday weekend celebrations, fireworks can be deadly, state officials warn, and should only be used in legal manner by responsible adults.
