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Trio Robs Late-Night DoorDasher In Hudson, Police Say Trio Robs Late-Night DoorDasher In Hudson, Police Say
Trio Robs Late-Night DoorDasher In Hudson, Police Say Three men are facing felony charges after allegedly robbing a DoorDash driver who was making a late-night food delivery in the Hudson Valley. The incident happened around 12:40 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, when Hudson City Police responded to a 911 call reporting a robbery near Strawberry Alley. A DoorDash delivery driver told officers he was approached by three men who demanded his wallet and food order. One suspect claimed to have a firearm, though no weapon was displayed. Fearing for his safety, the driver handed over his iPhone, cash, and the food order, police said. He was not physically …
Delivery Driver Attacked By Hatchet-Wielding Man At Wrong New Scotland House, Police Say Delivery Driver Attacked By Hatchet-Wielding Man At Wrong New Scotland House, Police Say
Delivery Driver Attacked By Hatchet-Wielding Man At Wrong New Scotland House, Police Say A late-night food delivery nearly turned into a horror movie in a small New York town. Troopers in Albany County responded to a New Scotland residence shortly before midnight Sunday, June 29, for reports that a hatchet-wielding man was attacking a delivery driver, according to New York State Police. The driver had unknowingly arrived at the wrong house while trying to deliver food around 11:50 p.m. when Paul Byron, 43, stormed out of his home carrying a hatchet, police said. As the driver sat in their vehicle attempting to explain the mix-up, Byron threatened them with the weapon, accordin…
Stamford DoorDash Scammer Was Murdered Before Trial, Now Feds Scramble To Return Stolen Money Stamford DoorDash Scammer Was Murdered Before Trial, Now Feds Scramble To Return Stolen Money
Stamford DoorDash Scammer Was Murdered Before Trial, Now Feds Scramble To Return Stolen Money Federal officials have recovered more than $736,000 linked to a Connecticut-based scam targeting DoorDash drivers. But the man behind the scheme was murdered just two days before a court appearance, and now prosecutors must figure out how to return the stolen cash. Police began investigating David Smith in January 2023 when Stamford police responded to a domestic violence call at a local apartment, the U.S. Attorney for Connecticut said. Inside, officers found a 9mm handgun with an extended magazine and multiple safes stuffed with $736,040 in cash, along with 118 credit and debit cards, most…
Earn Miles On Major Airline With Uber Rides, Food Orders: Here's How Earn Miles On Major Airline With Uber Rides, Food Orders: Here's How
Earn Miles On Major Airline With Uber Rides, Food Orders: Here's How Delta SkyMiles members can now earn miles every time they ride with Uber or order from Uber Eats under a new partnership. The program officially launched on Tuesday, April 22, giving early access to SkyMiles members who had signed up for a waitlist. All other customers can start linking their accounts on Thursday, April 24, according to a news release. The move ends the airline's longtime partnership with Lyft and marks a new chapter for the SkyMiles loyalty program as Delta celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025. "SkyMiles membership is about giving Delta's loyal customers more ways to …
Teen Robbed 5 Delivery Drivers At Gunpoint Using Fake Orders In Bellport, Patchogue: Police Teen Robbed 5 Delivery Drivers At Gunpoint Using Fake Orders In Bellport, Patchogue: Police
Teen Robbed 5 Delivery Drivers At Gunpoint Using Fake Orders In Bellport, Patchogue: Police A 17-year-old used phony food orders to rob five delivery drivers at gunpoint in Suffolk County, investigators say. The teen from Bellport targeted drivers between February and April, calling in fake food orders to random addresses in Bellport, Patchogue, and Shirley, according to a Suffolk County Police Department release on Wednesday, April 16. When the drivers arrived, he allegedly stole their cash and cell phones — brandishing what appeared to be a handgun during four of the robberies. He’s facing multiple Felony Robbery charges for: A pizza delivery robbery on Brushwood Drive in Shi…
Armed Robbery, Guns, Assault: AC Man Learns Fate Armed Robbery, Guns, Assault: AC Man Learns Fate
Armed Robbery, Guns, Assault: AC Man Learns Fate A 23-year-old Atlantic City man was sentenced to 12 years in state prison on Tuesday, March 25, after pleading guilty to armed robbery, assault and possessing a firearm, authorities said. On Saturday, Nov. 25, Majid Harris ordered food delivery from a store in Atlantic City and when the driver arrived, Harris robbed him at gunpoint and then fled on foot, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said.  Four days later, Harris ordered food from a different store in Atlantic City, robbing the driver at gunpoint, authorities said. Although Harris disguised his face during the robberies…
Teen Door Dash Driver's Accused Shooter Arrested: PSP (UPDATE) Teen Door Dash Driver's Accused Shooter Arrested: PSP (UPDATE)
Teen Door Dash Driver's Accused Shooter Arrested: PSP (Update) UPDATED: Richlandtown Borough resident Kellan Marshal McKeever, 32, was arrested for the incident. Original Story A food delivery run turned terrifying for a 19-year-old in Bucks County when someone opened fire on his car, police said. Pennsylvania State Police say the shooting happened shortly before 10 p.m. Saturday, March 22, on Cherry Street in Richlandtown Borough. The teen, from Quakertown, was behind the wheel of a Honda Civic making deliveries when the rear window of his vehicle was struck by gunfire, according to PSP Troop M – Dublin Station. On Monday, March 24, authorities ann…
DoorDash Unveils ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ For Deliveries—Internet Has A Field Day DoorDash Unveils ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ For Deliveries—Internet Has A Field Day
DoorDash Unveils ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ For Deliveries—Internet Has A Field Day Struggling to justify that $30 fast food order? No worries–DoorDash is letting you buy now, worry later. The popular food delivery app announced a partnership with Klarna, the buy now, pay later (BNPL) platform, allowing customers to split the cost of their meals, groceries, and even DashPass membership into installment payments. In the coming months, DoorDash users will have three new payment options at checkout: Pay in Full: The traditional method Pay in 4: Split payments into four interest-free installments Pay Later: Defer payments until a later date, aligning them with your paycheck …
Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When
Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When Pleasantville is about to get a major culinary upgrade as a "delivery-first" food hall concept is set to open its newest location in the heart of the village later this month.    Wonder, located at 70 Memorial Plaza, will open its fourth Westchester County locale on Thursday, March 20.  The restaurant hub will offer an extensive selection of dishes curated by world-renowned chefs and award-winning restaurants from across the country. Customers who stop by the eatery will be able to order food inspired by several iconic chefs such as Bobby Flay, Jose Andres, Nancy S…
Atlantic City Man Admits To Robbing Multiple Delivery Drivers At Gunpoint: Prosecutor Atlantic City Man Admits To Robbing Multiple Delivery Drivers At Gunpoint: Prosecutor
Atlantic City Man Admits To Robbing Multiple Delivery Drivers At Gunpoint: Prosecutor A 23-year-old Atlantic City man pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Jan. 22 to robbing multiple delivery drivers at gunpoint in 2023, authorities said. Per the terms of his plea agreement, Majid Harris is expected to be sentenced to 12 years in prison, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. On the evening of Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, Harris ordered food delivery from a store in Atlantic City, authorities said. When the delivery driver arrived with the order, Harris robbed the driver at gunpoint with a handgun, authorities said. Harris took cash from the driver and then fled on foot…
25-Cent Burgers Now Available At Wendy’s: Here’s How Long 25-Cent Burgers Now Available At Wendy’s: Here’s How Long
25-Cent Burgers Now Available At Wendy’s: Here’s How Long Wendy’s is kicking off 2025 with a celebration that extends well beyond the New Year.  The burger chain is offering its iconic Dave’s Single for just 25 cents as part of a special promotion running through Sunday, March 2, in partnership with Grubhub. The promotion began on Thursday, Jan. 9. How To Get It Here’s how customers can snag this unbeatable price: Place an order of $20 or more (before tax, tip, and fees) through Grubhub. Add a Dave’s Single to the order. The burger’s price will automatically drop to 25 cents at checkout once the requirements are met. Additional Promotions…
Delivery Vehicle Left Running Stolen: Harrison PD Delivery Vehicle Left Running Stolen: Harrison PD
Delivery Vehicle Left Running Stolen: Harrison PD A food delivery vehicle that was left running was stolen in Harrison on the evening of Monday, Dec. 2, authorities said. At 7:30 p.m., officers responded to the 500 block of Bergen Street where a delivery driver for a local restaurant said he left his vehicle unlocked and running as he delivered food to a customer, Harrison police said. As the delivery driver was at the customers door, a red sedan pulled up near his vehicle, and the suspect exited the red sedan, entered his vehicle, and fled the area, police said.
Eatery Offering Made-To-Order Meals To Open In Scarsdale: Here's When Eatery Offering Made-To-Order Meals To Open In Scarsdale: Here's When
Eatery Offering Made-To-Order Meals To Open In Scarsdale: Here's When A "delivery-first" restaurant about to open in Westchester will soon give customers a chance to order cuisine from some of the world's best chefs in a single order.  Wonder, a restaurant chain that calls itself a "new kind of food hall," will open its second location in Westchester on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 652 Central Park Ave. (Route 100) in Scarsdale.  The location brings a new food ordering concept to Westchester—customers can order food inspired by several iconic chefs such as Bobby Flay, Jose Andres, Nancy Silverton, and Marcus Samuelsson, as well as popular restaurant brands…
Food Delivery Worker Knocked Out, Robbed: Newark PD Food Delivery Worker Knocked Out, Robbed: Newark PD
Food Delivery Worker Knocked Out, Robbed: Newark PD A food delivery worker was robbed and knocked into unconsciousness in Newark on Friday, July 19, authorities said. At 9:30 p.m., a delivery person arrived on a moped with a food order at an apartment building on the 900 block of Broad Street, Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said.  After parking his vehicle in the parking lot, the suspect struck the worker in the back of the head, calling him to fall to the ground unconscious, Fragé said. The suspect then took the delivery person's red 2023 Jiajue moped and drove away westbound on West Kearny Street, then onto Vine S…
Suspects In Two Vehicles At Large After Stabbing Food Delivery Driver In Maryland: Sheriff Suspects In Two Vehicles At Large After Stabbing Food Delivery Driver In Maryland: Sheriff
Suspects In Two Vehicles At Large After Stabbing Food Delivery Driver In Maryland: Sheriff Look familiar?  The Charles County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance as they attempt to identify the suspects involved in a Waldorf stabbing late last month.  New surveillance photos of vehicles reportedly involved in an incident late on June 30 were released on Saturday. According to the sheriff's office, the initial investigation has determined the food delivery driver was stopped at a red light on St. Patrick’s Drive at Crain Highway in Waldorf when two vehicles pulled up and positioned themselves on either side of his car. An argument ensued, with the …
Foodiehall Delivery-Takeout Store Shutters In South Jersey Foodiehall Delivery-Takeout Store Shutters In South Jersey
Foodiehall Delivery-Takeout Store Shutters In South Jersey A popular takeout and delivery food joint in Camden County has closed after three years in business. Foodiehall on Olney Avenue in Cherry Hill shuttered for good on June 15, according to a Facebook post.  "It is with mixed emotions that I’m announcing the closing of Foodiehall. This has been a difficult decision, and we are sad to say goodbye," owner Dan Goldberg wrote. Foodiehall was best known for its Simply Fowl, DaNick’s Craft Burgers, Mac n Toastie and Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos. "I would like to thank our staff, past and present, for being such an important part of ou…
Delivery Driver Arrested For Hit-Run Crash In Arlington After Argument Over Speeding: Police Delivery Driver Arrested For Hit-Run Crash In Arlington After Argument Over Speeding: Police
Delivery Driver Arrested For Hit-Run Crash In Arlington After Argument Over Speeding: Police A Maryland delivery driver implicated in a Virginia hit-and-run is facing charges following an investigation into a May crash that left his victim hospitalized weeks later, the Arlington County Police Department announced on Thursday. Baltimore resident Ronnell Blakeney, 33, is being held behind bars in Arlington after being identified as the driver who was involved in a critical crash last month. Shortly before 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, officers were called to the 3300 block of 22nd Street North, where there was a reported hit-and-run involving a speeding driver who was reportedl…
Cops Complete Uber Eats Delivery For Snooki's Husband After Driver's NJ Arrest: Report Cops Complete Uber Eats Delivery For Snooki's Husband After Driver's NJ Arrest: Report
Cops Complete Uber Eats Delivery For Snooki's Husband After Driver's NJ Arrest: Report Florham Park police officers completed an Uber Eats delivery last month after the driver was arrested on a warrant during a traffic stop. And according to 6abc, the Uber Eats customer was none other than Jionni Lavalle, the husband of MTV's "Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi. Officer Mike Zvolensky was on routine patrol in the center of town when a random plate inquiry of a passing vehicle, later determined to be an Uber Eats driver, showed the registered owner had an outstanding warrant around 8:25 p.m. Jan. 21, police said in a news release. Zvolensky stopped the car on Felch Ro…
Morris County Officer Delivers Food After Uber Eats Driver Arrested: Police Morris County Officer Delivers Food After Uber Eats Driver Arrested: Police
Morris County Officer Delivers Food After Uber Eats Driver Arrested: Police A Morris County police officer made sure the food was still delivered after he arrested an Uber Eats driver on Sunday, Jan. 21. At 8:23 p.m. officers were on patrol when a random plate inquiry of a passing vehicle showed the registered owner of the car had an outstanding warrant, Florham Park Police said on Facebook. Police pulled over the car and arrested the driver, a 60-year-old Denville woman for a $1,000 bail traffic warrant, officers said. She was processed and turned over to Denville Police, officers said. The woman was an Uber Eats driver and had food that needed to be delivered, s…
'Delivery First' Food Concept Wonder Opening 2 Bergen County Locations 'Delivery First' Food Concept Wonder Opening 2 Bergen County Locations
'Delivery First' Food Concept Wonder Opening 2 Bergen County Locations A new food concept is giving Bergen County residents a chance to expand their food palate.  Wonder, a delivery first restaurant, has recently opened a location in Midland Park on Saturday, Jan. 27 while a location in Cresskill is set to open on Wednesday, Jan. 31. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Wonder (@wonder) The Midland Park location features 21 different restaurants including Bobby Flay Steak, Tejas, Mainstay by March Murphy and Alanza Pizza. Patrons can order pickup or delivery from one restaurant or multiple rest…
Former Healthcare Worker Behind Bars For Abandoning Vulnerable Man To Make Food Deliveries: DOJ Former Healthcare Worker Behind Bars For Abandoning Vulnerable Man To Make Food Deliveries: DOJ
Former Healthcare Worker Behind Bars For Abandoning Vulnerable Man To Make Food Deliveries: DOJ A Maryland man who worked at a care facility will have time to think about his actions after pleading guilty to leaving a vulnerable adult under his supervision alone in a vehicle that was taken from his Rockville-based employer while he made food deliveries.  Upper Marlboro resident Kelly Barry, 25, was sentenced to 180 days in jail - with a portion suspended - followed by probation and 90 hours of community service after admitting to abusing a person while on the job. According to court documents, Barry, was a former Direct Support Professional for Community Options, Inc., a res…
Watch: DoorDash Driver Steals Packages, Using Food As Cover, On Long Island Watch: DoorDash Driver Steals Packages, Using Food As Cover, On Long Island
Watch: DoorDash Driver Steals Packages, Using Food As Cover, On Long Island A food delivery driver was caught with her hand in the cookie jar after a doorbell camera caught her stealing a package from a Long Island porch, police said. The incident happened on Sunday, Sept. 3 in Manhasset, according to Nassau County Police. At approximately 4:30 p.m., 33-year-old Juliana Saggaram of Queens was on the clock as a DoorDash delivery driver. After picking up Chipotle for a customer, police said Saggaram drove around a neighborhood at Highland Terrace, scanning the area for packages. Then, she struck. According to authorities, as well as a video captured on the vi…
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot What started as dinner for his girlfriend has become the cornerstone of one man's fast-growing restaurant.  And the next stops for For Your Fries Only are in Arlington and Baltimore. The Arlington location has already opened with takeout options in Clarendon (click link above), while four Baltimore locations are coming soon with locations below: 7 S Eden St, Baltimore, MD 3901 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 5636 The Alameda, Baltimore, MD 2030 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD FYFO began as loaded fries for dinner with his girlfriend in his Cleveland, OH apartment in 2020.  Each time he made the dis…
Food Delivery Drivers Among Victims In Reported Uptick In Capital Region Vehicle Thefts Food Delivery Drivers Among Victims In Reported Uptick In Capital Region Vehicle Thefts
Food Delivery Drivers Among Victims In Reported Uptick In Capital Region Vehicle Thefts Police are warning of an uptick in vehicle thefts in the region, including several belonging to food delivery drivers. The Albany Police Department has received numerous reports of stolen cars, many of which were left running unattended, the agency said on Facebook Monday, Aug. 7. In some of the thefts, the cars belonged to independent contractors working for Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grub Hub. “We want to remind our community that you should not leave your vehicle running unattended,” the department said. “You should not leave your keys in the ignition or a spare key inside your vehicle.…
Rockville Woman Accused Of Masterminding Fast Food Robbery Scheme Rockville Woman Accused Of Masterminding Fast Food Robbery Scheme
Rockville Woman Accused Of Masterminding Fast Food Robbery Scheme A 20-year-old Rockville woman has been arrested in connection to the robbery of a food delivery driver back in February, authorities announced on Friday, March 17. Demia Lincoln-Scott was taken into custody on Thursday, March 16 after being accused of the robbery of the driver that occurred on Saturday, Feb. 18 in the 700 block of Fallsgrove Drive, according to Rockville police. Investigators say that Lincoln-Scott called a restaurant and specifically requested for the food order to be delivered to an incorrect apartment building, and instructed the driver to walk to the fourth floor where …
Popular Eatery Sets Official Opening Date In Hartsdale: First Location In Westchester Popular Eatery Sets Official Opening Date In Hartsdale: First Location In Westchester
Popular Eatery Sets Official Opening Date In Hartsdale: First Location In Westchester Lovers of cookies and sweet treats rejoice: a popular cookie company known for unique flavors has announced when it will open its first Westchester location.  A new Crumbl Cookies location in Hartsdale at 377 North Central Avenue will open its doors to the public on Friday, March 17, the eatery's owners announced.  Earlier Report - Popular Eatery To Open First Location In Westchester Once it opens, the store will serve six unique flavors of cookies that will rotate every week. Some of the company's 275-plus specialty flavors include cookies and cream, key lime pie, caramel popcorn, butter…
NYC Cookie Chain Bringing 'Ooey-Gooey' Goodness To Boston Area NYC Cookie Chain Bringing 'Ooey-Gooey' Goodness To Boston Area
NYC Cookie Chain Bringing 'Ooey-Gooey' Goodness To Boston Area A New York City-based cookie chain that is known for their soft and gooey specialties is breaking into the Boston area this year, according to the company.  Chip City is expanding outside the Empire State with three planned Boston-area locations, a company spokesperson told Daily Voice. The two Boston locations include one shop at 316 Newbury Street and another across from the TD Garden. Chip City will also open at Arsenal Yards in Watertown around the middle of the year, the spokesperson said.  The inside of a Chip City locationChip City Chip City, which started in Queens in 2017, has…
Update: ID Released For Food Delivery Driver Shot Dead In Bridgeport, Shooter Nabbed Update: ID Released For Food Delivery Driver Shot Dead In Bridgeport, Shooter Nabbed
Update: ID Released For Food Delivery Driver Shot Dead In Bridgeport, Shooter Nabbed Police have identified the Chinese food delivery driver allegedly shot and killed by a teen in Fairfield County. Jiabin Lin, age 36, of Flushing, Queens, was working as a food delivery driver for Yummy Yummy Chinese Restaurant in Bridgeport when he was shot and killed on Saturday, March 4 in a parking lot, said Bridgeport Police Capt. Kevin Gilleran. Gilleran said Lin had no known next of kin in the US, but his family in China has been notified. Lin's alleged 17-year-old killer was also arrested, Gilleran said. Within minutes of the police responding to a ShotSpotter activation and calls …
NJ Wing Spot With More Than 300 Flavors Opens Ghost Kitchen In Time For Super Bowl NJ Wing Spot With More Than 300 Flavors Opens Ghost Kitchen In Time For Super Bowl
NJ Wing Spot With More Than 300 Flavors Opens Ghost Kitchen In Time For Super Bowl Right on time for Super Bowl LVII, Marley's Marley’s Gotham Grill in Hackettstown has opened a ghost kitchen in Belleville. The eatery has been around since 2009 and has become one of the more well-known places for wings in the area. Marley's Cloud Kitchen will offer takeout and delivery service only.  The Belleville spot has 25 wing flavors to choose from, along with sandwiches, sides and kid-friendly options. Marley's is located at 500 Cortlandt St., in Belleville.
Food Delivery Bicyclist Run Down By Aggressive Driver In DC Food Delivery Bicyclist Run Down By Aggressive Driver In DC
Food Delivery Bicyclist Run Down By Aggressive Driver In DC A food delivery driver in Washington, DC is asking for the public's support with medical bills following an incident where a driver chased her down after she accidentally touched his car, reports NBC Washington. Cyclist Nicole Van Dyke was assaulted by the driver after she reportedly hit his vehicle when he blocked her right-of-way in a busy D.C. intersection. Dashcam video shows the driver turning around in the middle of the intersection to chase down Van Dyke, eventually getting out of his car to punch her, the outlet continues. Van Dyke's head hit a railing, and she was able to escape th…
3 Suspects At Large After Food Delivery Driver Robbed On New Year's Eve In New Cassel 3 Suspects At Large After Food Delivery Driver Robbed On New Year's Eve In New Cassel
3 Suspects At Large After Food Delivery Driver Robbed On New Year's Eve In New Cassel Three suspects are on the loose after a Long Island food delivery driver was robbed on New Year's Eve. The incident happened at around 8:40 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 in New Cassel. The victim, a 61-year-old man, was making a delivery to a Brook Street residence and was approached by three unknown males, Nassau County Police said.  The suspects attempted to enter the victim’s vehicle but were unsuccessful.  While standing outside his vehicle, the victim was thrown to the ground and kicked, according to police, who said that the three removed keys and an undisclosed amount of US curr…