Crime & Safety

Prisoner Escapes Custody At Hospital: 5 Must-Read PA Stories

See the top news that made headlines today in Pennsylvania.

See the top news that made headlines today in Pennsylvania.
See the top news that made headlines today in Pennsylvania. (Philadelphia Police)

Good evening, Pennsylvania Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from across Pennsylvania:

1. The newest business to choose downtown West Chester as its home is the Bookstore Bakery, a unique cafe that allows patrons to browse bookshelves while sipping coffee or tea and enjoying various pastries and snacks. Read more.

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2. Authorities in Philadelphia said a man is hurt after a fight led to a shooting on SEPTA's Broad Street Line Saturday night, according to reports. Read more.

3. Attempted murder and related charges have been filed in connection with a weekend stabbing in Wayne, Radnor Police said. Read more.

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4. The driver of one of the vehicles involved in a fatal crash that killed two people and injured two others over the weekend fled on foot following the accident, police said. Read more.

5. Authorities in Philadelphia said a prisoner has escaped from a hospital in the city. Read more.

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