Crime
Daniel Westley arrested in connection with deadly shooting of 80-year-old James Williams
The Baton Rouge Police Department has confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of an 80-year-old man earlier this week.
According to BRPD officials, 39-year-old Daniel Westley was taken into custody on Friday, April 4, and is facing a charge of first-degree murder in the shooting death of James Williams.
Williams, affectionately known in the community as “Uncle Pig,” was discovered with a fatal gunshot wound on the evening of Tuesday, April 1.
Authorities located him on the front porch of his residence in the 1900 block of Avenue E.
Police have not yet released details regarding a potential motive or the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
Additional information is expected to be made available as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information that could assist detectives is urged to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit at 225-389-4869 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 225-344-7867.
Crime
Two Brothers and Their Sister Found Dead Inside Mount Holly Home After Postal Worker Discovers 911 Note
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — Law enforcement officials are investigating the deaths of three individuals after a postal worker made a disturbing discovery at a Mount Holly residence on Friday, November 6.
Emergency responders were dispatched to a home on Winding Way after a mail carrier noticed a heavily taped, handwritten message on the front door instructing anyone who saw it to call 911.
The note reportedly contained drawings of two unhappy faces with crosses over their eyes alongside the text “9-1-1 Inside.”
Upon entering the residence, responding Mount Holly Police officers discovered three deceased individuals inside the home.
Preliminary reports indicate that officers encountered a significant amount of blood within the property, though official investigators have not yet publicly detailed the exact scene conditions.
While law enforcement has not formally released the victims’ names pending official identification and next-of-kin notifications, neighbors identified the deceased as three siblings in their 60s who had resided in the neighborhood for many years: Roslyn (or Rosalind) Monk, Randy Monk, and William “Will” Monk.
Community members described the residents as quiet and friendly, expressing shock over the sudden tragedy in their neighborhood.
The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, in coordination with the Mount Holly Township Police Department, has launched a full investigation into the incident.
Autopsies are currently underway by medical examiners to determine the exact cause and manner of death for all three individuals.
Officials have not yet confirmed whether foul play or a homicide is suspected, and no information regarding potential suspects has been released.
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the family, loved ones, and Mount Holly community affected by this devastating loss.