2025 Year In Review: Montgomery County's Top Crime Stories

Montco Mechanic Facing 81 Felonies In Fake Inspection Scheme: DA

Some of the vehicles had worn or separated brake pads and other serious deficiencies, officials said. He is facing 81 felony charges.

College Student Ran Over Plymouth Twp. Cop Repeatedly, Injured 1 Other: DA

The injured officer was trying to put a tourniquet on his leg wound when the D1 athlete ran him over three more times, police said.

Robber Felled With Samurai Sword During Norristown Home Invasion

The suspect had used a fake gun to attempt to rob the victims when he was encountered by the samurai-wielding roommate, police said.

Montco Twp. Supervisor Sexually Assaulted Child For Years: DA

New charges have been filed against the former state legislature candidate involving a child that was 9 years old, the DA said.

Murder Charges After Body Found In Norristown Dumpster

Police said the victim had called police days before his death in an effort to protect a young woman, who was dating the suspect.

28 Arrested In Massive Montgomery County Crack And Cocaine Gang Bust: DA

Norristown became an "(expletive) gold mine" for crack and coke as fentanyl sales dropped, a suspect said.

Police Chase, Hours-Long Armed Standoff Ends In Montgomery Co.: DA

A man fled from police before firing multiple weapons at responding officers and SWAT teams, officials said.

Woman Attacked, Beaten While Leaving Montco Apt. For Work: Police

A woman was attacked and beaten in the early morning hours Thursday in Hatfield Township as she left her apartment on the way to work, authorities said.

Montco Man, Public Official Sexually Assaulted Woman At Knife-Point: Police

Authorities said the man hid in the woods for 12 hours in an attempt to evade capture.

'Threats' Target Montco Farm Sanctuary Charged With Animal Abuse

Friends of the farm sanctuary, whose owners have been charged with animal abuse, have sharply rebuked the claims

Community Cites 'Epic Failure' After North Penn HS Student Found With Gun

Stunned parents and community members lambasted what they called the district's lack of transparency.

4 Meth Gang Members Who Operated Out Of Plymouth Twp. Sentenced To Prison

The group mailed methamphetamine and cocaine from California to hubs in the Philly area, including in Plymouth Township, feds said.

Man On Parole For Attempted Murder Tried To Sell Meth In King Of Prussia: Feds

In addition to the meth, police said the man also illegally owned an AK-style rifle and a semiautomatic handgun with a silencer.