Saturday, May 25, 2013
A child was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Jacoby and Green streets shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Saturday.
A child was struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Jacoby and Green streets shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Saturday. According to sources, the driver of the striking vehicle was female, and she remained on scene and gave a report to police. The victim – a young boy who is roughly five-years-old – was transported from the scene by ambulance to Einstein Montgomery Hospital in East Norriton, according to @PADriverWatch. According to one of the victim's family members, he is doing OK and is undergoing tests at the hospital. Editor's note: a previous version of this article cited several sources who stated that the incident was a hit-and-run. That information proved to be inaccurate, as we were informed during a follow up that the driver …
Friday, May 24, 2013
Sarah Ann Derstein, 31, had a BAC of .167 when she allegedly hit Dennis Kee, 15, of Hatfield, April 26. Police said Derstein was reading a text message at the time of the accident.
Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Ferman and Hatfield Township Police Chief Mark Toomey said Sarah Ann Derstein had a BAC level more than twice the legal limit and was reading a text message when she allegedly struck and killed Dennis Kee, 15, of Hatfield, on April 26 on Route 309. Derstein, 31, of Lansdale, has been arrested and charged with felony homicide by vehicle, felony homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, two felony counts of accidents involving death or personal injury, felony aggravated assault by vehicle, four counts of misdemeanor reckless endangerment, misdemeanor lying to police, misdemeanor DUI with BAC above .16, misdemeanor DUI causing impairment of driving safely, possession of marijuana, failing …
Sunday, May 19, 2013
This week's stories include a man who stole $400 in baby formula before fleeing in a Cadillac, a booking agent who allegedly stole various condiments, and vandalism on Serenity Street.
Man Steals $400 in Baby Formula, Flees in Cadillac, Police Say: According to a report in the Norristown Patch, police are searching for a man who allegedly stole $400 in Gerber Good Start baby formula from the local Thriftway. After making his way out of the store without paying, he jumped into a Cadillac and fled the scene, the report states. Read the full story here. Alleged Condiment Crook Nabbed by Police: According to a report in the Lansdale Patch, a booking agent in a three-piece suit was arrested after he allegedly stole condiments from a nearby diner. Among the reported items were Worcestershire sauce, ketchup and creamer. The man allegedly told police "I'm a chef. I need this stuff." Read the full story here. Sixteen Vehicles …
Saturday, May 11, 2013
A look back at some of the local stories you may have missed during the past week.
Missing Norristown Teen Returns Home A Norristown teen who had been missing for a week was found when she reported to school on Thursday morning. The teen was unharmed. Victim Airlifted Following Shooting on Chain Street A 22-year-old man was medevaced after he was shot in the side of the abdomen on Friday afternoon. Police are continuing to investigate the incident. Young Teen Boy Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver, Police Say A boy in his early teens was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Tuesday night in the area of West Main and Hamilton streets. Police are currently seeking the identity of the driver. Wet Seal Pays Millions to Settle Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Three local women will have a share in the $7.5 million settlement, after they …
Sunday, February 10, 2013
This week's stories include a woman who was fined $200 for cussing out a crossing guard, and a convicted robber who decided to thank his victims.
Man Charged with DUI After Allegedly Passing Out at McDonald's Drive-Thru: According to a report in the Limerick Patch, a 27-year-old man has been charged with four counts of DUI after he allegedly passed out in his vehicle while at the McDonald's drive-thru. Court documents state that upon arrival by police, the driver smelled like alcohol, had glassy eyes and seemed lethargic. He was later taken to a local hospital to have blood drawn for testing. Read the full story here. Convicted Robber Thanks Victims for Cooperation: According to a report in the Ambler Patch, a 22-year-old man will serve the next six to 20 years in prison after stealing $20,000 of narcotics from the Whitpain CVS. Upon receiving his sentence, the man thanked his …
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Philadelphia and local authorities are searching for 27-year-old Christopher Stegall of Middleton Place in West Norriton in connection with last night's hit-and-run assault of a Philadelphia police officer in Olney.
Norristown Patch has learned, and Philadelphia police have confirmed that authorities are searching for 27-year-old Christopher M. Stegall, of 207 Middleton Place in West Norriton. Stegall is wanted for allegedly injuring a Philadelphia police officer last night after a routine traffic stop resulted in Stegall dragging the officer with his 2011 black Ford F150 for a full city block. The officer was taken to the hospital with a broken ankle and related injuries. Authorities have not released a photo of the suspect, but describe him as a 27-year-old black male with a light complexion. Stegall is reportedly 6’2” tall and weighs 170 lbs. He is also reportedly covered in tattoos on his chest, shoulders, arms and lower back. Stegall was last …
Authorities say the fugitive is still at large, but have still not released his identity. The suspect is wanted by Philadelphia police in connection with the Olney hit-and-run that sent a police officer to the hospital.
Update: West Norriton Police Chief Robert Adams has confirmed that the subject of last night's manhunt in West Norristown and Norristown was, in fact, the suspect in the Olney hit-and-run that sent a Philadelphia police officer to the hospital with a brocken ankle. Chief Adams and Philadelphia police have confirmed that the suspect is still at large, but are not releasing his identity to the public. Norristown Patch will update this story as more information becomes available. --- Earlier Story Police from several area municipalities joined in a multi-departmental manhunt Tuesday night, July 17, that began in West Noriton and led authorities into Norristown in search of an unidentified suspect reportedly wanted by Philadelphia police. As…
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2:49 pm on Saturday, May 25, 2013
My family is also at the present time dealing with the death of my 16 year old son, Timmy who was killed by a drunk driver...Robert Sitler, Jr. on November 12, 2012. My son was also left in a pool of blood to die as he and his girlfriend, Denise Dinnocenti conspired a story to cover the accident. She claimed to be driving, gave her blood and now he can not even be charged with the DUI. He did … more ›