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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Fallen officers honored on Peace Officers Memorial Day
It was a time of remembrance for fallen law enforcement officers and support for those who continue to serve. A solemn ceremony Thursday marked the local observance of national Peace Officers Memorial Day outside the Crawford County Courthouse in Meadville. More than 20 officers from Conneaut Lake, Cochranton, Meadville, West Mead Township, Cambridge Springs and Crawford County Sheriff's Office, as well as Pennsylvania State Police and other state agencies, were on hand. In the 12 months that have passed since the May 2024 local observance, 115 officers across the nation lost their lives in the line of duty, according to Crawford County District Attorney Paula DiGiacomo, who served as the keynote speaker at the midday observance. Two Pennsylvania officers were killed in the line of duty in the past 12 months, she noted. Officer Jamie Roman of Philadelphia Police Department was shot June 22, 2024, during a traffic stop. He succumbed to his injuries Sept. 10. Patrolman Andrew Duarte of West York Borough Police was shot and killed when he responded to an active shooter call at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York on Feb. 22 this year. 'We are currently living in a world where many people have a disregard, even a hatred for and a negative view of, law enforcement,' DiGiacomo said. 'They disregard and oppose law and order. They want chaos for their own benefit. 'But, history has taught us that peace comes with strong and good law enforcement and history has taught us that chaos and terror comes with weak and impotent law enforcement,' she said. Crawford County is blessed to have good strong municipal police departments throughout it, including school officers as well as state police and various state agency officers and federal officers. 'They go to work every day knowing that they could be an Officer Roman or Duarte — and they still go,' DiGiacomo said. Officers face all types of situations that can place them in harm's way as they work to protect the public, she continued. Their role as protectors also means protecting the rights of the accused under the Constitution. While officers deal with criminals and dangerous situations, they often are the first point of contact for many people in need of some type of aid, according to the district attorney. 'They also go in to check on people who are troubled, who are overdosing on drugs, who are abused and neglected, be it young and old,' she said. 'They help those afflicted with mental illness when there is no one else there to help them. 'I think I say this every year, but I hope to convey to all law enforcement officers out there that we respect, love and trust you. And we pray that God will protect and bless you.' Chief Tad Acker of Cambridge Springs Police Department, president of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 108, also briefly spoke of Rod Wise's lengthy career in law enforcement in Crawford County. Wise, 70, who as an active-duty sergeant with West Mead Township Police Department, passed away March 20 at home. 'He had 52 years as an officer,' Acker said. 'His desire to do law enforcement was like no other.' Wise had served with Conneaut Lake Park, Meadville, Crawford County Sheriff's and West Mead Township departments. 'His dedication to our county and law enforcement community will never be forgotten,' Acker said. The chief reminded those assembled that there's no greater sacrifice than laying down one's life for others. 'We should never forget those that we've lost,' Acker said. 'We can honor their memories by committing ourselves to performing our jobs professionally and courageously.' Thursday's local ceremony was part of an observance of National Police Week. Locally, a police memorial service has been held in Crawford County since the 1980s.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Yahoo
Crawford County deputy seizes 100 pounds of marijuana during traffic stop on Interstate 40
VAN BUREN, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — 100 pounds were seized by a deputy with the Crawford County Sheriff's Office during a traffic stop earlier this week. CCSO said in a social media post that on April 24, a deputy positioned on Interstate 40 east near mile marker 2 saw a gray Nissan Altima with Florida license plates pass him. The deputy pulled behind the vehicle and noticed it change lanes multiple times without using a turn signal. A traffic stop was initiated, and the deputy approached the driver, detecting a strong marijuana odor. During the traffic stop, the deputy found 100 pounds of 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Yahoo
Kansas authorities poked fun at owner of crashed car, stolen guns… saying 'Heyyy…'
CRAWFORD CO., Kans. — Authorities are looking for the owner of an abandoned vehicle which they say contained contraband. A Facebook post by the Crawford County Sheriff's Office on Monday shows two photos of a wrecked camouflage-painted Chrysler 300. The post reads: '' At the time of writing, the post has nearly 400 shares and over 150 comments. Some cracked jokes related to the vehicle's painted appearance — or to some, the lack of it. You can find the post on their Facebook page, here. Anyone with information regarding the vehicle can contact the Crawford County Sheriff's Office by phone at ( Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Yahoo
Woman struck by van in Crawford County
GIRARD, Kan. (KSNW) — An 18-year-old woman was critically injured after she was struck by a van late Wednesday night. It happened east of Girard in Crawford County shortly after 11 p.m. The Crawford County Sheriff's Office says the woman was crossing Kansas Highway 47 at 190th Avenue from south to north when a westbound Ford Transit van struck her. Kansas 20-year-old dies in Colorado skiing accident 911 was contacted immediately, and the van driver stopped and began first aid before emergency crews arrived at the scene. The woman was transported to Girard Medical Center for treatment and later flown to St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa in critical condition, according to the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office says it does not believe that either the driver or the woman was impaired at the time of the accident. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Yahoo
Yes, that text you received saying you're getting money from DOGE is scam
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The Crawford County Sheriff's Office is warning about a new text scam. The scam text message claims you are now eligible for a $5,000 federal government subsidy. It claims the money comes from funds saved by cuts made to the federal budget by the Department of Government Efficiency. It tells you to reply to the message with Y, close the message, open it back up, and then click the link or open it up in a Safari browser. It promises you that once you provide your personal information, a check will be deposited into your bank account or a check will be mailed in one to two business days. The sheriff's office says it is a scam. Delete the message and block the sender if you have that option on your phone. Should you expect a check from Elon Musk's DOGE cuts? If you are unsure about a text message you have received, contact your local law enforcement agency. You can also report scams at or Click here for the FBI's tips on how to avoid scams. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
