🚨 Bucks County Man Charged With Murder in Public Levittown Case

In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…

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🚨 Gruesome Act in Levittown: Son Charged with Homicide

🚔 Woman Describes Flight in Police Shooting Case

🧸 Pennsylvania Leaders Confront On-Campus Hate with Urgent Measures

🍰 Easton Bakery Goes Viral For Kelce Cake

🎄 Last day for Caln Christmas Tree Pick-up This Week!

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Gruesome Act in Levittown: Son Charged with Homicide After Alleged Beheading of Father

In a deeply distressing event in Levittown, Bucks County, Justin Mohn, aged 32, is now charged with homicide after allegedly beheading his father, Michael Mohn. The horrific incident unfolded at the family home on Upper Orchard Drive, with Justin being apprehended 100 miles away in Fort Indiantown Gap. Court documents disclosed the use of a machete and kitchen knife, both found in the residence, for the heinous act.

The case took a public turn when Justin Mohn posted a 14-minute video on YouTube, holding his father's severed head and making violent, anti-government statements. The video, titled "Call to Arms for American Patriots," was removed by YouTube for violating content policies after garnering over 5,000 views.

Police Shooting Trial: Woman Describes Flight in West Chester Court

Takeshia Landry recounted her terrifying experience during a Chester County traffic stop in court, testifying against West Caln Township Police Sgt. Anthony Sparano. The trial involves Sparano firing at Landry, who fled the scene after a traffic stop, leading to charges of simple assault and reckless endangerment. Video evidence capturing the incident was presented, with Landry detailing her fear for her life.

She claimed she was in West Caln because she was trying to drive from Harrisburg to Washington DC to report “police stalking” her in her hometown. She claimed that along the way tractor-trailer drivers were flashing their lights to cause an accident and she was on rt 10 because her GPS was tampered with. The Harrisburg FBI office didn’t take her claims seriously and she was on her way to Washington.

Pennsylvania Leaders Confront On-Campus Hate with Urgent Measures

Pennsylvania state and university leaders unveil a report addressing on-campus hate incidents, prompted by distressing cases, including a symbolic lynching on social media. State Senator Art Haywood advocates for the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) schools, including West Chester University, to adopt a code banning racial harassment and enforcing strict measures based on a new report revealing challenges faced by Black and brown students.

Easton Bakery Goes Viral For Cake Featuring Kelce Meme From Chiefs’ Championship Game

Sweet Girlz Bakery in Easton, PA, introduces 'The Kelce Cake,' a sensation inspired by Jason Kelce's iconic moment, gaining popularity ahead of the Big Game. Available for pre-order, this delectable creation has become a must-have for Lehigh Valley residents, alongside an array of cupcakes, cake balls, and cookies tailored for football fans.

Last day for Caln Christmas Tree Pick-up This Week!

Reminder: this Friday is your last chance for Christmas tree composting! Please have your trees out at the curb on Thursday night.

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