Category: NEWS

Victim Identified in Fatal Train-Pedestrian Collision

Philadelphia Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a CSX freight train and a juvenile pedestrian that occurred late Monday night in Northeast Philadelphia.

On Monday, July 20, 2026, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers responded to the area of the 1500 block of Grant Avenue for a report of a train striking a pedestrian.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a CSX train, operated by a 55-year-old man, was traveling northbound at a normal operating speed under conditions of darkness and limited visibility when the conductor observed a 15-year-old male walking southbound on the railroad tracks. The conductor immediately initiated emergency braking in an attempt to avoid a collision but was unable to stop the train before striking the juvenile.

The Philadelphia Fire Department responded to the scene and pronounced the juvenile deceased at 11:44 p.m. The victim has been identified as 15-year-old Abdusalom Babaev from 93XX Neil Road. 

During the investigation, authorities determined the victim had been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database as a missing person on July 19, 2026. Notifications are pending.

The investigation remains active and ongoing with the Crash Investigation Division.

Thank you and stay safe.

PERSON IN RIVER Investigation

On July 22, 2026, at approximately 6:59 PM, Philadelphia Police responded to a report of a person in the river at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd.

Upon arrival, officers was told that an adult male had entered the water and has not resurfaced at this time. Marine Unit 3 responded to the scene to conduct search operations.

The scene has since been released. The investigation remains active and ongoing with Central Detectives. 

Violent Trenton Street Gang Leader Sentenced to Prison for Life

TRENTON  (July 15, 2026)– Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced today that the leader of a violent Trenton street gang was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, racketeering, conspiracy, being a leader of organized crime and of a narcotics trafficking network, and other crimes.

Charles M. Willis, 33, aka “Charly Wingate,” aka “Gate,” of Willingboro, New Jersey, was found guilty on April 24, 2026, on 18 of 22 counts, including his role as the leader of the “Get Money Boys” or “GMB,” a violent gang linked to multiple shootings in Trenton. GMB, under the leadership of Willis, controlled heroin distribution in the area around the Oakland Street Apartments in Trenton. Willis gave orders to lower-ranking GMB members to carry out acts of violence against rivals on behalf of the gang. Superior Court Judge Peter E. Warshaw imposed the sentence on July 14, 2026, in Mercer County.

The 20 alleged members and associates of the “Get Money Boys” or “GMB” were indicted in July 2021. Charles M. Willis, 33, aka “Charly Wingate,” aka “Gate,” of Willingboro, was found guilty on April 14, 2026 on 18 of 22 counts. On July 15, 2026 he was sentenced to life in prison

The violent gang allegedly linked to multiple shootings in Trenton, including a December 2019 murder of a 32-year-old man, the attempted murder of a police officer in February 2020, and a June 2020 shooting that wounded several bystanders on Wood Street, including a 12-year-old girl who was critically injured.

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Christmas in July & Bike Giveaway Event

Please join us today, Wednesday July 22nd from 5PM to 7PM at Mister Softee (3605 Haddonfield Road) for our Christmas in July Event. Summer Santa will be there, and we will have our bike giveaway as well. The bikes will be on display from 5PM until the raffle at 6PM. Each child present will be given two tickets that they can put in the bag for each bike they want to try to win. They can also put their tickets in the same bag to give them more of a chance to win a specific bike. Each winner will also be able to pick a helmet. We will then raffle off the rest of the helmets. A bike safety talk will happen at 615PM or at the conclusion of the raffle. Raffle tickets are free and you can get them at the event only.

Wanted: Suspects for Assault in the 17th District [VIDEO]

On July 9, 2026 at approximately 1:55 AM, the two (2) suspects were captured on surveillance video lingering around the McDonald’s parking lot located at 2901 Grays Ferry Avenue. Suspect #1 got into an argument with the victim, at which time suspect # 2 struck the victim, knocking the victim to the ground. The suspects then hit the victim several times until a bystander intervened. While the victim was on the ground, disoriented, the suspects took his food and began to walk away. The victim confronted the suspects, at which time the suspects attacked the victim again. The suspects then walked away, South on 29th Street from Grays Ferry Avenue.

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PSE&G Storm Warnings

Storms have moved into parts of New Jersey and are expected to last into this evening, bringing heavy rain, strong wind gusts, and frequent lightning. More storms are also expected tomorrow afternoon and evening, with the possibility of strong activity. These conditions may cause power outages across PSE&G’s electric service territory.

PSE&G is prepared
We are closely monitoring the weather forecast and are prepared to respond safely and efficiently, should the severe weather cause power outages. We will have crews available around the clock and our call center will be fully staffed and ready to support increased customer call volume.


Stay safe and informed
We encourage you to prepare ahead of the expected storms and use our Outage Center to stay safe and connected.Stay at least 30 feet away from downed power lines. Always assume downed wires are energized. Report them immediately by calling PSE&G at 1-800-436-PSEG (7734), using the PSE&G mobile app or visiting pseg.com, and call 911 if there is an immediate danger.If you encounter large pools of standing water, stop, back up, and choose another path. Downed wires can be hidden and electric current passes easily through water.Never operate a generator inside a home, garage or other enclosed space to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.If you smell a gas odor, immediately exit the building, move at least 350 feet away and call PSE&G at 1-800-880-PSEG (7734) OR call 911. If you (or a member of your household) rely on electricity to operate life-sustaining equipment, please notify PSE&G. To learn more, visit pseg.com/Life or call 1-800-436-PSEG (7734).
Know how to report and track an outage:
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Last Painting in the Park THIS Wednesday, July 22nd

The LAST 2026 Painting in the Park event is happening this Wednesday, July 22nd. Join us for another amazing evening of fun and laughter! Open to those of all ages from 6pm-7:30pm at Frank Donio Memorial Park (675 Chews Landing Rd, Sicklerville NJ 08081).
Special Event: Kite making and flying! 
Free and supplies are provided.

These events are made possible through funds from New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

YOUTUBE: We’re Still Here

Jul 4, 2026 #PatrioticMusic#BluesRock#USA250

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Stabbing Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a stabbing incident that occurred on July 19 in the city’s 39th District.

At approximately 4:46 p.m., police responded to a call on the 4200 block of N. Hicks Street, where they located an adult  female victim suffering from stab wounds. Officers quickly transported the victim to Temple University Hospital for treatment.

The crime scene is currently being held by police as the investigation continues. 

At this time, a motive for the stabbing remains unknown. The investigation is being actively led by the Northwest Detectives division.

The information detailed above is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

Philadelphia Police Crime Incidents

PHILADELPHIA PA (July 19, 2026) (CNBNews)--The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating three separate overnight and early morning incidents—a double shooting, a high-speed car crash, and a daytime stabbing—that occurred on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The following information is preliminary and subject to change as updates become available.

At approximately 2:45 AM, 2nd District officers and emergency personnel responded to a critical-injury, two-vehicle crash on the 7600 block of Roosevelt Boulevard.

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