March 10, 2025 at 15:41 EDTPA homepage
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police searched for an escaped state hospital patient who went missing near Dickson City.
Good samaritan reflects on rescuing man in deadly fire
Troopers were looking for 24-year-old Britney Vandervort who is a patient at Clarks Summit State Hospital and allegedly escaped.
According to state police, Vandervort entered the office to check in for a scheduled medical appointment in Dickson City, and shortly after she fled the premises.
Vandervort has since been found safely.
March 10, 2025 at 15:05 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The family of a Luzerne County woman who was murdered near Wilkes-Barre a year ago say they are seeking answers and justice for her.
69-year-old Debra Fox was the longtime owner of a house that police describe as a "House of Horrors." The body of another woman was found buried in the basement. The so-called "House of Horrors" is located at 142 Carlisle Street in South Wilkes-Barre.
Debra Fox owned the house for some 40 years. Debra's daughter, Danielle, says they just want to know who killed her and why.
March 10, 2025 at 14:44 EDTPA homepage
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police arrested two men after they say their gunshot detector alerted them to multiple shots fired in Hazleton.
On March 7, around 2:40 p.m., officers said they received notification from the Flock/Raven system of multiple gunshots on 17th and Grant Streets.
While responding, police stated they saw a black BMW fleeing the area, and they tried to pull the car over. The driver tried to flee, leading to a chase with police, but they eventually stopped on 12th Street and Hanover Court.
March 10, 2025 at 14:34 EDTPA homepage
EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An investigation continues into a fire that broke out at a bar in Monroe County last week, taking the lives of two people.
Several first responder agencies were called to the scene, but others nearby stepped in to help those stuck inside.
The smell of smoke is still in the air at the former Wander Inn Bar and Grill in East Stroudsburg on Monday.
Two victims identified after deadly restaurant fire
March 10, 2025 at 14:18 EDTPA homepage
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Williamsport man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for child pornography.
After a federal search warrant, investigators found Felix Trepanowski, 24, in possession of approximately 2,420 images of child pornography.
Man charged with 54 counts of child pornography
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Trepanowski received images of child pornography on multiple occasions between 2022 and 2024.
March 10, 2025 at 12:50 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they arrested a woman after she made threats with a knife against a man working in an apartment building.
According to the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department, on March 7 around 1:00 p.m., officers were called to South Main Street for a disorderly woman.
Man charged with shots fired leading to stand-off
March 10, 2025 at 12:49 EDTPA homepage
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is dead after a crash in Schuylkill County.
Man charged with shots fired leading to stand-off
Police say on March 6, 40-year-old Kyle Cleary of Pine Grove was driving along Flat Hill Road in Washington Township when he hit a large oak tree that was spread across both lanes.
Cleary was pronounced dead at the scene. PSP noted that Cleary was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
March 10, 2025 at 11:49 EDTPA homepage
S. ABINGTON TWP., LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police arrested a man after they say he fired multiple shots, which led to a stand-off over the weekend.
According to the South Abington Township Police Department, on March 8 around 10:00 p.m., officers were called to the 1100 block of Layton Road for a man with a gun, threatening to harm himself.
Police say the man, identified as 56-year-old George Frietto, fired one shot through the bedroom wall while officers were speaking with a woman who lives in the home with him.
March 10, 2025 at 10:53 EDTPA homepage
Editor's Note: This story has been edited to clarify where the party occurred.
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Seven people are facing various charges after being arrested during a party that turned deadly at a rental home in the Poconos..
According to Monroe County District Attorney Mike Mancuso, the following seven suspects are charged with various offenses, including narcotics, burglary, and hindering the apprehension;
Angel Gustavo Paez Sequera
Heymar Del Ciblo Padilla Moyetones
Isaac Ozuna Caravallo
Johangel Farfan Perez
March 10, 2025 at 10:22 EDTPA homepage
BUTLER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a man has been charged with 54 counts of child pornography after investigating a cyber tip.
According to police, James Charles Vilcko, 58, was in possession of child pornography from November 24, 2024, to the present.
Suspect wanted after armed robbery at store
Court documents say Vilcko was unable to post bail on March 7 and he awaits a preliminary hearing.
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