Prison worker cited as possible escape driver in Dannemora case
Investigators say Joyce Mitchell, a Clinton Correctional Facility employee, befriended inmates David Sweat and Richard Matt and was to pick them up after their breakout but did not. The manhunt intensified with bloodhounds tracking the convicts’ scent as Gov. Cuomo noted other potential facilitators are being questioned. Mitchell’s status remained unresolved amid public concern and hospital visit reports.
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Salem backs Nar can as life saving police tool
Salem advocates that Narcan should be a police life saving tool stating it would save lives. The community also notes the fire department is present and ready to respond to emergencies.
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Naloxone debate grows among Pennsylvania towns officials
City and college officials weigh naloxone as an option to combat overdoses amid concerns about training liability and access. Police chiefs urge clear training, annual refreshers, and integration with CPR. Community leaders emphasize saving lives while ensuring accountability.
Police study naloxone use grows statewide and pauses linger
A state initiative expands naloxone use under a Good Samaritan law to encourage 911 calls after overdoses. Training exceeds 5,000, with 500 plus police, firefighting and civilian first responders trained. Delaware County reports 40 lives saved, York County 20, while counties like Cambria show few trained officers. Police worry about safety, funding, and policy in small departments as kits roll out in 1,240 patrol cars by month’s end funded via health insurers and a state commission.
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