Public Safety and Police Department Oversight
Wilkes-Barre
Summary
Residents voiced intense grief and concern over community violence and the handling of 14-year-old Laniyah Clark's murder case. Mayor Brown defended the police department, stating officers thoroughly investigated the matter.
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- Last 30 days
- 3
Last discussed Feb 26, 2026.
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Two Scranton men charged after shots fired near Mines Nightclub fight in Wilkes-Barre
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Holy Redeemer athletic director placed on administrative leave amid investigation
WILKES-BARRE — Holy Redeemer athletic director John Patrick “JP” Aquilina has been placed on administrative leave while detectives with Wilkes-Barre City police and the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office are investigating a complaint.
City Council (Regular) - Feb 26, 2026
Residents voiced intense grief and concern over community violence and the handling of 14-year-old Laniyah Clark's murder case. Mayor Brown defended the police department, stating officers thoroughly investigated the matter.
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