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Man Finds Sister's Body Inside Philadelphia Apartment

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An investigation is underway after a man found his sister’s body inside a Philadelphia apartment Monday.

The man told police he had not heard from his 53-year-old sister in several days and decided to check on her at her apartment on the 1400 block of Greeby Street Monday around 3 p.m. 

After knocking on the door and getting no response, the man climbed a ladder to the second floor of the apartment and went in through the window. Once inside he found his sister unresponsive with possible wounds to her face and neck as well as drug paraphernalia around her body. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police have not yet determined a cause of death or revealed the victim's identity. The Homicide Unit continues to investigate.



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Man Faces Child Porn Distribution Charges

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A man was arrested for allegedly possessing and distributing child porn.

Brian Hyson, 34, of Plymouth Meeting, is charged with dissemination of child pornography, sexual abuse of children/child pornography and criminal use of a communication facility.

A detective conducting an undercover, electronic communications operation on the Internet traced a computer with child pornography on it to Hyson’s home, police said. Officials executed a search warrant and seized Hyson’s computer and cellphones. Investigators say they found more than 3200 sexually explicit images and 165 videos of child pornography.

Hyson was arrested on March 1 for a parole violation and remanded to the Montgomery County Correctional Facility. He was arraigned and his bail was set at $200,000 cash.



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2 Charged in Robbery, Murder of NJ Man

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Two men are accused of robbing and killing a Gloucester County man at his home.

Thomas Bergholz, 33, of Franklinville, New Jersey and Lawrence Bohrer, 47, of Pittsgrove, New Jersey were both arrested overnight and charged in the murder of Michael A. Fazzio, 57, of Elk Township, New Jersey.

Police say both suspects, who were acquaintances of Fazzio, approached him at his home on Buck Road on or near March 10. The suspects tied him up by his hands and feet, “exposing him to the risk of serious bodily injury,” police said. They stole his ATM card and cash before fleeing the scene, according to investigators.

A family member found Fazzio dead inside his home on March 13. Investigators determined he died from “mechanical and positional asphyxia" and his death was ruled a homicide.

Bergholz was arrested at a homeless shelter in Camden, New Jersey while Bohrer was arrested at the home of a relative in Philadelphia, police said.

Bergholz was placed in Salem County Jail pending a detention hearing while Bohrer is being held in Philadelphia pending an extradition hearing. They are also both being held without bail.

While police don’t believe anyone else was involved in Fazzio’s death, they continue to investigate. If you have any information on the incident please call Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office Det. Anthony Garbarino at 856-384-5619 or Elk Police Det. Steven Wojciechowski at 856-881-1101.



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Ending Stop-and-Frisk 'Not Like Turning Off a Switch': Mayor

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Police in Philadelphia used a controversial tactic known as "stop-and-frisk" 35,000 times in 2016, a decline of 30 percent compared to the prior year, but not the end of a policy Mayor Jim Kenney promised to eliminate during his mayoral campaign.

The decrease is part of an ongoing strategy to minimize, if not yet eliminate, the tactic embraced by Kenney's predecessor, Michael Nutter, officials said at a press conference Tuesday.

"It's not like turning off a switch. You can't come in on day one and turn off a switch and stop it automatically," Kenney said at City Hall, accompanied by police Commissioner Richard Ross and two civil rights attorneys who sued the city because of stop-and-frisk. "This took a lot of work, and a lot of thinking, and a lot of training and a lot of process in order for us to get where we are. And we're not close to being done yet. We're moving continuously forward in a progressive manner."

In law enforcement circles, stop-and-frisk is so broad a police tactic as to evade conventional definitions -- or perhaps to ever be wholly eliminated. The term has taken on a political life of its own, with legal experts arguing that the debate surrounding police stops should look at how police are applying Constititional rights like reasonable suspicion and probable cause, particularly in minority communities.

Ross touted the department's improved analysis of stop-and-frisk use throughout the city, by each officer, in weekly commanders' meetings and in the way officers are versed in how the law applies to stops of citizens.

"We fully acknowledge we still have a ways to go. No one here is claiming victory," Ross said. "We know that this is a paradigm shift for us, but one we’re willing to make and I think that the progress we’ve had in 2016 is indicative of that."

The decrease of the overall number masks the "quality" of stops among the thousands that were still made last year, according to civil rights attorney David Rudovsky.

He said analysis of the stops showed that when the policy was actively implemented during the Nutter administration, about 50 to 55 percent of stop-and-frisk interactions were made without reasonable suspicion. That percentage is down to 25 percent, he said.

Still, the quality of stops and the training of police officers in the legal points of both stopping individuals and frisking them must improve.

"We're not trying to end this program," Rudovsky said. "But it ought to be done in a way consistent with the Constitution."



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4 Face Charges in Kidnapping, Human Trafficking of Teen Girl

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Four people were arrested after a teen girl was kidnapped, sexually assaulted and forced to have sex with other men for money, according to investigators.

Police say the 14-year-old girl ran away from home on April 23 and met with Shaikey Copper, 18, who she considered a friend. Copper told the girl he had work for her to do and took her back to his home on the 4200 block of North 8th Street, according to investigators. The girl was then sexually assaulted, police said.

Copper then took the girl to the home of Reggie Jamal Fields, 23, on the 1800 block of North 20th Street, according to investigators. Copper allegedly had a woman identified by police as Fantasia Gale, 21, post on a website an advertisement offering sex with the victim for money. The three suspects then allegedly forced the girl to have sex with several men over the course of two days.

After the suspects fell asleep, the teen girl walked away from the home and went to Temple University Hospital where she told investigators she had been sexually assaulted several times.

On April 25 shortly after 11:15 p.m., police arrived on the 1800 block of North 20th Street to search for the vehicle of one of the suspects. They then spotted Gale and Fields leaving an apartment at the location and they placed them into custody, officials said. Police also say they executed a search warrant of Copper’s home and took him into custody as well.

Copper, Gale, Fields and Shawn Jackson, 23, all face several charges, including criminal conspiracy, trafficking an individual, involuntary servitude, unlawful restraint, corruption of minors and false imprisonment.

Copper and Jackson are also both charged with statutory sexual assault, Fields with involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, Gale with terroristic threats and Jackson with simple assault.

Police say they are also searching for Angelo Romero, 24, of the 1600 block of North Worrell Street, for his possible involvement. They continue to investigate.

If you have any information on the crime, please call Philadelphia Police.



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$12,500 for Arrest in Point Breeze Arson

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A fire that destroyed and damaged several row homes that were under construction in Philadelphia's Point Breeze section early Monday morning has been ruled an arson. Police are now offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction for the person responsible.

The Point Breeze homes are in the district of Philadelphia City Councilman Kenyatta Johnson. Johnson is also adding a $2500 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest.

"Justice should be swift and severe for the many lives that were put in danger in the Point Breeze neighborhood," Johnson said in a released statement.

Firefighters found several homes engulfed in flames when they arrived at the corner or 21st and Wharton streets around 4:30 a.m. Monday. The fire destroyed several residential properties that were in different stages of construction. The property is owned by developer Ori Feibush's OCF Realty.

No injuries were reported.

Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Admam Thiel praised the 75 firefighters on the scene for getting the blaze under control in about an hour, minimizing the damage.

"Anywhere else in the country this would’ve gone to five alarms and the entire block would’ve been involved in fire," Thiel said.

The ATF, Philadelphia Fire Marshal's Office and Philadelphia Police Department are all investigating the arson. NBC10 also learned police are investigating a possible connection between the fire and vandalism in Kensington overnight in which suspects damaged high-end cars and newly developed properties.

The suspects in the Kensington vandalism left behind a banner with an anti-gentrification message.

"We are considering all possibilities," Steven Bartholomew of the ATF said. "We have ruled nothing in and nothing out. As of this point the criminal investigation is underway."

If you have any information, please call the ATF 24/7 hotline at 1-888-ATF-FIRE (1-888-283-3473), email: ATFTips@atf.gov or submit a tip anonymously by using the ReportIt App on your mobile phone.

NBC10 Investigators: Will PGW Rates Rise?

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Philadelphia Gas Works is seeking its first rate increase since 2009. Under a new proposal, the average homeowner would pay PGW at least $10 more every month. NBC10 Investigators reporter George Spencer found out why the Philly plan could influence the way utilities calculate everyone’s rates.

Man Repeatedly Steps Out of Jeep While Naked: Police

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A New Jersey man was arrested and charged in connection to several incidents of lewdness in Burlington County, New Jersey. 

In December of 2016, police began investigating several reports of lewdness in Medford Township and Evesham Township. During each incident, witnesses told police they say a large, naked man exit a black Jeep.

On Monday a similar report was made in Medford Township’s Tamarac neighborhood. A witness reported seeing a large naked man get out of a black Honda Civic. Investigators identified the suspect as Brian Tyburski, 29, of Shamong, New Jersey.

Tyburski allegedly admitted to being the suspect in all of the reported incidents. He was arrested Tuesday and charged with multiple counts of lewdness.



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Tree Strikes, Kills Dog After Falling on Home in Princeton

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A tree struck and killed a dog after it fell on top of a home in Princeton, New Jersey Tuesday afternoon.

Officials say the tree fell on top of a house on the 500 block of Mercer Road shortly before 4 p.m. The homeowner, who was inside at the time, was not hurt during the incident. A portion of the tree struck the man’s dog however and the animal died from his injuries.

The tree caused heavy damage to the house which is now uninhabitable. Officials believe heavy winds caused the tree to topple. The Princeton Fire Department, First Aid and Rescue Squad, Princeton Building Inspector and PSE&G all responded to the scene.

Recent Violence Sparks Demand for More Officers in Chester

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A recent wave of violence has sparked concerns about the number of police officers in Chester. NBC10's Randy Gyllenhaal has the details.

See Inside Mary J. Blige's Stunning $8.8 Million NJ Estate

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Singer Mary J. Blige's stunning four-acre New Jersey estate is still on the market, and with just an $8.8 million asking price, it's a far better bargain than she got when she bought it nine years ago. Take a look inside. See the full listing at NJ Lux Real Estate.

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NBC10 First Alert Weather: Ahead of the Storm

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Chief meteorologist Glenn "Hurricane" Schwartz, meteorologist Tammie Souza and the rest of the NBC10 First Alert Weather Team want you and your family to be safe when severe weather strikes. Find out what to look for and how to be prepared for the worst by watching NBC10's "Ahead of the Storm" special LIVE in the video embedded above.

More info: Climate Central Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management



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NBC10 Responds: Day 2 of Top Consumer Complaints

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Harry Hairston and the NBC10 Responds Team are counting down your top consumer complaints over the past year. NBC10’s Harry Hairston shares Tuesday’s topic.

NBC10 Responds: Refrigerator Troubles for Local Woman

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A viewer contacted Harry Hairston and the NBC10 Responds Team about a refrigerator that could not be fixed. The NBC10 Responds Team helped this local woman get back hundreds of more dollars than she expected.

Headstone Topples Onto Boy, Wind Could Be to Blame

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Strong winds could be to blame for a headstone toppling onto a small child in a Delaware County cemetery Tuesday.

Rescuers freed the child after a headstone fell on him around 4 p.m. at the Mount Lebanon Cemetery on Bartram Avenue in Darby Township, Pennsylvania.

Paramedics rushed the 8-year-old boy to the hospital. The boy's mother told NBC!0 he suffered a broken femur and lacerated liver that required surgery Wednesday.

Police investigated to see if wind could have factored in the incident.

The boy's mother said he was crossing through the cemetery on his way home from school.



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New Jersey Twins Give Birth on Same Day

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Two New Jersey twins defied the odds when they both gave birth on the same day, in the same hospital. But the twins say it was just a coincidence these two adorable babies came at once.

Rape Kit Backlog Drops, But Watchdog Cites Lack of Funding

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Pennsylvania's Department of Health says a backlog of untested rape kits has dropped, but Auditor General Eugene DePasquale says he doubts the remaining kits can be tested in a timely manner without state funding.

The Department of Health reported Tuesday that the backlog was 1,214 as of March 7. That's the number of kits that had gone more than a year without being tested.

That's down nearly 700 from the 1,908 that were reported at the end of 2015 as part of the first statewide study under a law that revamped procedures for handling sexual assault evidence.

Meanwhile, the number of police departments reporting on backlogged kits doubled, to nearly 900.

But DePasquale says the Legislature hasn't approved money to ensure public crime labs can test all future kits within six months of submission.



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Fidget Spinners Are So Popular That Schools Ban Them

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The latest classroom craze is actually being banned in some schools. But some parents say these fidget spinners are not your typical toys. Ida Siegal reports.

Freebies, Discounts for Teacher Appreciation Week

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Teacher Appreciation Week doesn't kicks off until May 8, but educators across the Philadelphia region can begin scoring score some sweet (and savory) discounts Tuesday.

From clothing retailers to restaurants and craft stores, educators are eligible to receive discounts and free food starting Tuesday.

Being a teacher is a tough job, so take some time to give a bit of gratitude to the men and women who are leading the students in your community and #ThankATeacher.

Here are some of the businesses that are showing their appreciation to the nation's teachers by offering them special discounts and freebies:

Barnes & Noble: Receive 25 percent off during Educator Appreciation Days and 20 percent off year round.

The Scholastic Store: Educators can download 100 free printable and five free posters for their classrooms during Teacher's Appreciation Week.


And it's not just on Teacher's Appreciation Week that educators can score deals. Here are businesses offering teachers year-round discounts:

Aerosoles: Teachers take 15 percent off of in-store purchases of $39.99 or higher.

Adobe: Teachers and students don't need a coupon code to take 60 percent off a Creative Cloud purchase.

Banana Republic: Students and teachers with valid ID can get 15 percent off full-priced in-store purchases.

Caesar's Palace: Teachers are one of the groups eligible to receive 10 percent room discount at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. Just select the educator widget during the booking process on the reservations homepage.

Costco: U.S. teachers who sign up for a new membership online will receive over $50 in exclusive savings.

Gel Pro: Educators get 25 percent off their online gel mat purchases.

Hanes: Teachers and retired educators can save 10 percent on purchases from Hanes.com, Champion.com, OneHanesPlace.com and JustMySize.com.

J. Crew: Students and teachers save 15 percent on in-store purchases. No coupon code necessary.

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store: Get a Teacher Rewards discount card and save 15 percent on purchases every day both in store and online.

Loft: Teachers get 15 percent off as part of LOFT's exclusive educator-only perks year-round. 

Madewell: Teachers receive an exclusive 15 percent discount on in-store purchases with a valid teacher ID at check-out.

Michael's: Receive 15 percent off everyday purchases. Valid in-store only.

Roxy: Teachers are among the select occupations that can take 15 percent off all Roxy orders.

Summitsoft: Teachers save a full 50 percent on all software products year-round.

Talbots: Teachers don't need a coupon code to save 15 percent on regular priced items every day. Valid teacher ID required.

The Container Store: Sign up for the free Organized Teacher program to get special discounts via email all year.

The Mine: Teachers can save 10 percent site-wide on furniture and accessories with valid teacher ID.

West Elm: Sign up for the West Elm Teacher discount and get 15 percent off with a valid school ID.



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Behind the Scenes: The Life of a Letter

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NBC10’s Matt DeLucia goes behind the scenes at the post office to see what your mail goes through before it reaches your door step.



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