Lawyer accused of end run around state-store system
Police said he illegally sold high-end wine from his Malvern cellar
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Arthur David Goldman, 49, of Malvern, is accused of illegally importing and selling wine.
On his Facebook page, a 49-year-old Malvern lawyer identifies himself as a graduate of Lower Merion High School, Harvard University, and Cornell University Law School, but authorities suggest...
Pennsylvania launches new designated-driver initiative
Inspired by young ensign’s death, campaign aims to prevent similar tragedies
State Police Commissioner Frank Noonan was one of the speakers at a news conference announcing Pennsylvania’s participation in a designated-driver campaign to prevent tragedies on state roadways.
On July 22, 2000, U.S. Navy Ensign John R. Elliott, just two months out of the Naval Academy, was killed in Salem County,...
Veteran law-enforcer returns to county roots
Sheriff selects Caln Township resident as chief deputy
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh (left) announces her selection of George P. March as chief deputy sheriff, filling a position that has been vacant since January.
For the new Chester County chief deputy sheriff, the position, which was announced Wednesday, represents a repeat...
Charges multiply against former foster parent
D.A. calls defendant, a former URA coach, ‘a wolf in sheep’s clothing’
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A 1995 photo of Leroy K. Mitchell at age 42 may help identify other potential child sex-abuse victims, District Attorney Tom Hogan said.
Five additional child victims have surfaced in the sexual-abuse case against a former coach, foster parent, and corrections officer, Chester...
D.A.: Mexican drug pipeline to county busted
Sixteen defendants face cocaine-trafficking charges
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Moise “Moi” Lantigua-Ayala (clockwise from top left), 29, of Reading; Fidencio “La Tusa” Avalos, 42, of Kennett Square; Jonathan “Cesar” Garcia Sanchez, 25, of Wilmington, De.; Jesus Zamora-Zamora, 40, of Wilmington, De.; Benjamin Lara-Medina, 38, of Wilmington, De.; Cesar Morales Castillo,...
Seat-belt enforcement initiative begins
Failure to buckle up can result in citations, officials warn
The majority of traffic fatalities involving unbuckled victims occurred at night last year, spurring a nighttime emphasis on a “Click It or Ticket” seat-belt enforcement effort beginning Monday and extending through June 9, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).
PennDOT is partnering with more than 600...
Plethora of pot plants lead to drug bust
W. Vincent resident accused of marijuana-growing operation
Christian Titone, 53, of West Vincent Township, faces multiple drug charges for his alleged pot-growing operation.
Authorities said an alleged marijuana grower thought his remote location and sophisticated surveillance system would protect him from police.
Christian Titone, 53, of West Vincent Township, was incorrect in that belief, Chester...
Identity of alleged serial shoplifter sought
Police said he has struck area retailers at least three times
New Garden Township Police are seeking the public’s help to identify this suspected shoplifter.
Authorities are seeking the public’s help to identify an alleged serial shoplifter, who has stolen more than $2,500 dollars worth of merchandise from area retailers, said New Garden Township Police.
Police said the suspect has been captured...
10 charged with heroin dealing
Eight alleged to have been dealing deadly drug in southern Chester County
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
State, county and local police announced the arrests of 10 individuals on charges of selling heroin. From left, top: Alejandro Guzman, John Anderson, bottom, from left, William Jones and Kyle Kellner
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced Monday a series of 10 arrests this month...
