Woman Arrested After Fatal Car Crash in Lindenwold

A Pine Hill woman was arrested and charged following a fatal collision involving an e-bike on Saturday night, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lindenwold Police Chief Michael McCarthy. On Saturday, August 15, 2026, at approximately 10:24 p.m., officers from the Lindenwold Police Department were dispatched to the 1900 block of Laurel Road for a motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers found a motor vehicle had fatally struck a person riding an e-bike. The operator of the e-bike, identified as Erica Beeks, 46, of Lindenwold, was pronounced deceased at the scene at approximately 10:42 p.m.

Officers arrested the driver, identified as 65-year-old Deborah Carey, at the scene. Carey was charged with one count of 2nd -degree Death by Auto and issued multiple summons for traffic-related offenses, including driving under the influence. She was remanded to the Camden County Correctional Facility. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Samuel Funches III of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Crash Response Investigation Team at (856) 225-8083 and Detective Ryan Brennan of the Lindenwold Police Department at (856) 784-7566. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS. All individuals charged with crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Wanted: Suspect for Assault in the 9th District

The Philadelphia Police Department- Central Detective Division is seeking the public’s help in identifying the individual depicted in the following video and stills.

On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at approximately 5:30AM, the victim, a 40 year-old female, was chased by a masked offender in the area of 1500 JFK Blvd. The offender made threatening comments as they approached causing the complainant to stumble and sustain injury. The offender fled in to SEPTA Suburban Station after the incident.

Suspect Description: Black male, 16-20 years old, medium complexion, 5’8″, thin build, wearing a white baby doll style Halloween mask with black hair, and a black/blue plaid backpack.
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GTPD Community Outreach Team’s Summer Neighborhood Program Continues

This week the COT Truck will be visiting the following neighborhoods from 1 PM to 3 PM:

Learn more about our Community Outreach Team and Truck, and see the full summer schedule here!:

Tuesday, August 18th: Terrestria Pool/ Fox Meadow Drive

Wednesday, August 19th: Catalina Hills Playground/ Beverly Court

Thursday, August 20th: CANCELLED

Friday, August 21st: Harrison Avenue/ Prospect Avenue Playground

Stop out for some fun playing outdoor games like corn-hole, football catch, and Frisbee toss . Please share with your family and friends, and we’ll see you there!

Milwaukee State Fair Brawl

ByFOX6 News Digital Team and Jason Calvi

WEST ALLIS, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Fair ended in chaos with fighting, punching and beating people up. The State Fair said one officer was hit but did not have serious injuries. In total, a statement said police arrested seven people.

What we know:

The Wisconsin State Fair put out a statement 18 hours after the violence erupted. It said police responded to the fights and unauthorized people trying to get into the fair. The fair added that despite initial claims, there were no gunshots. It said officers responded quickly to the fights and the Fair will continue to review security plans.

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Suspect Wanted For Murder of Off-Duty Philly Police Officer – $20,000 Reward

The Homicide Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the male depicted in the above photographs in connection with the murder of an off-duty Philadelphia Police Officer.

The male is described as approximately 6 feet tall, with a thin to medium build, dark complexion, and medium to bushy cropped hair. He is believed to be in his mid-to-late 20s and was last seen wearing a black hooded jacket, black pants, a light blue surgical mask, and black sneaker-style boots. He also had a long key chain hanging from the back of his pants and was wearing a large wristwatch.

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NJ, Feds Sue Commission to Protect Drinking Water From Contamination

Federal and state authorities sued the Passaic Valley Water Commission on Aug. 12, 2026, accusing the public water system of longstanding noncompliance for failing to cover three reservoirs that provide drinking water to about 800,000 people. (Photo by Dana DiFilippo/New Jersey Monitor)

By Dana DiFilippo

The state and the feds have teamed up to compel a North Jersey water system to cover three reservoirs that provide drinking water to nearly a million people.

The U.S. Department of Justice and the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office accuse the Passaic Valley Water Commission in a new federal lawsuit of violating the Safe Drinking Water Act by failing to properly protect and treat water from the Great Notch Reservoir, Levine Reservoir, and New Street Reservoir to ensure it’s free of pathogens and safe to consume.

The public water system serves about 800,000 people in Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, Prospect Park, Lodi, North Arlington, and Woodland Park, and 22 wholesale customers (municipalities and independent water companies) in Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Morris counties.

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Philadelphia Zoo Announces End-of-Summer Spectacular

The Zoo’s Calendar is Packed with Wild Celebrations to Close Out Summer 2026

Philadelphia, PA –Philadelphia Zoo announces its jam packed calendar of events to end the summer of America’s 250th anniversary at America’s First Zoo. Philadelphia Zoo’s End-of-Summer Spectacular runs Tuesday, August 18 through Sunday, September 13 with select events happening over the four weeks. Specialty events include a visit from a viral musician seen by millions online playing music for animals with his signature pink guitar; the return of the region’s wildest beer festival featuring 60+ breweries, distilleries and more; a chance to explore the Zoo and see what the animals are up to after hours; a new art festival with 30+ vendors inspired by the natural world; a picnic with Mama and Papa Bear of the Berenstain Bears plus a chance to take a favorite teddy bear for a checkup; and the chance to see more than 100 truly wild rides. Tickets to each event supports the Zoo’s mission to flourish as an urban oasis where people and animals thrive, transformative memories are made, and passion for conservation helps save wildlife. Tickets available exclusively on the Zoo’s website, philadelphiazoo dot org. Philadelphia Zoo is located at the corner of 34th Street and Girard Avenue in Philadelphia’s historic Fairmount Park at 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

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Man Faces Felony Arson Charges

A man is facing felony charges following a July fire investigation by the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal.

The accused is identified as Chad Edward Care, 43, of Hedgesville, West Virginia. Care is facing first- and second-degree arson charges and two counts of first-degree malicious burning. All are felonies.

Deputy State Fire Marshals assigned to the Western Region Office served a criminal summons on Care this morning at Deep Creek Lake in Garrett County.

On July 30, 2026, at approximately 4:50 p.m. Deputy State Fire Marshals and accelerant-detection K-9 Quinn responded to investigate a fire reported near the 0 block of Dobbin Road in Oakland, Maryland.

Investigators determined the fire was set intentionally by one of the property owners following a family dispute. A greenhouse and two camper trailers were destroyed in the fire, with an estimated loss of $40,000.

The Gorman Fire Department responded to extinguish flames. Garrett County, Maryland Sheriff’s Office assisted with the investigation. No injuries were reported.

Wanted: Suspect for Robbery in the 9th District

The Philadelphia Police Department-Central Detective Division is seeking the public’s help in identifying the individual depicted in the following stills and video clips.

On August 12, 2026, at approximately 10:05 PM, the victim, a 50 year-old female along with her 16 years-old son, parked her car on the 3xx block of Delancey Street. As the victim was gathering her items an unknown black male approached her pointing a handgun at her demanded her wallet and cell phone. The victim handed the suspect her wallet but could not find her phone. After patting the victim’s pockets for the her phone he demanded her son’s wallet, but did not have one. The suspect then fled north on S. 3rd St with the victim’s wallet. The suspect was seen in the area for approximately 45 minutes prior to the robbery.

Suspect description: Black/Male, late 40s to early 50s, 5’8″, heavy build.
To view this video and more, visit The Philadelphia Police YouTube Channel or https://phillypolice.com/news