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'No child was in danger' in reported stranger incident | Drones, K9s search for missing man | Man hid in ex's trunk

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2-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit By Vehicle Backing Out Of Driveway

"This is a tragic incident for everyone involved," police said.>>Read More.

'No Child Was In Danger': Police Give Update On Reported Incident

Police reviewed video surveillance before coming to their conclusion Wednesday night after a report that a man grabbed a boy by the arm.>>Read More.

Drones, K9s, Chopper Assist In Search For Missing Man

Joshua Blair, 37, was last seen near his home Tuesday morning. His vehicle was found, but he remains missing.>>Read More.

Man Hid In Ex's Trunk To Surprise Her: Cops

The man, who has been charged with violating an order of protection multiple times, said he knew it was a bad idea but was trapped at that point, so he said, 'Hey!' to (her) while she was driving," according to police.>>Read More.


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