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Mac Bullock

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mbullock@dailyvoice.com

Mac Bullock is a Pennsylvania-based news reporter who has worked in local journalism for five years. He joined the Daily Voice team in October of 2022.

In his spare time, he enjoys reading, camping, and fishing. 

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Police & Fire
Philly Firebombing Suspect In Police Custody: Report Philly Firebombing Suspect In Police Custody: Report
Philly Firebombing Suspect In Police Custody: Report Authorities in Philadelphia have arrested a man suspected of "firebombing a rowhome" near Temple University on Tuesday, Nov. 15, according to a report by 6ABC.  Citing "law enforcement sources," the outlet writes that police believe the suspect is also responsible for vandalizing "several" cars. The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, And Explosives (ATF) expects to bring him up on charges soon, they added.  As Daily Voice has reported, Philadelphia officials suspected arson in at least two fires in November — a blaze on Trinity Street on Nov. 16 that sent two child…

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Celebrity Jeweler From Philly Area Convicted Of Selling Counterfeit Rolexes: Feds Celebrity Jeweler From Philly Area Convicted Of Selling Counterfeit Rolexes: Feds
Celebrity Jeweler From Philly Area Convicted Of Selling Counterfeit Rolexes: Feds A Philadelphia jeweler who has done business with famous musicians and pro athletes was convicted for selling phony merchandise at his South Street store, authorities say.  Dimitre Hadjiev, the 41-year-old proprietor of Ice Fire Jewelry, was found guilty of trafficking counterfeit goods and financial fraud at a trial in federal court, said US Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero in a statement.  Hadjiev, who has been photographed with Philly rapper Meek Mill and one-time 76ers great Andre Iguodala, was "knowingly buying and selling" counterfeit Rolexes at his store since at least 20…

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Pennsylvania Teacher Dies Two Days After Giving Birth Pennsylvania Teacher Dies Two Days After Giving Birth
Pennsylvania Teacher Dies Two Days After Giving Birth Beloved Bucks County teacher, mom, and wife Jennifer Krasna passed away Monday, Nov. 28, just two days after giving birth to her second son. She was 30.  Now, the greater Philadelphia community is rallying to help her husband Jesse and their sons, Cade and Ty, navigate what comes next.  A GoFundMe page set up by friends of the family on Wednesday, Nov. 30 has raised a staggering $220,000 within 24 hours of going live — shattering its $50,000 goal and sending a powerful message to the Krasna family.  "Jesse is overwhelmed by the love, support, and generosity from his family, friends, and c…

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Police & Fire
Fugitive Escapes Following Car Chase In Delco, Police Say Fugitive Escapes Following Car Chase In Delco, Police Say
Fugitive Escapes Following Car Chase In Delco, Police Say Authorities in Delaware County are searching for a man they say led police on a destructive chase across a suburban neighborhood. Officers in Nether Providence were on patrol just after 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 when they heard about six gunshots ring out from the 400 block of Leiper Street, the department wrote in a statement.  Just as police arrived on the scene, a black Dodge Challenger was seen fleeing the area "at a high rate of speed," authorities wrote. They were able to pull the car over on the 600 block of Vernon Street, but as they approached, the driver sped away again, p…

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DA Krasner Wants Longer Sentence For Eric Ruch DA Krasner Wants Longer Sentence For Eric Ruch
DA Krasner Wants Longer Sentence For Eric Ruch Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner wants a longer sentence for the ex-city cop convicted of killing an unarmed black man in 2017.  In a statement issued Tuesday, Nov. 29, Krasner said he filed a motion in Common Pleas Court seeking reconsideration of the 11.5-to-23-month sentence handed down to former Philadelphia police officer Eric Ruch earlier this month.  Ruch was convicted of voluntary manslaughter in September for the killing of 25-year-old Dennis Plowden in Germantown in 2017, as Daily Voice has reported. Ruch's sentence, Krasner said, was a "gross downward departure" fr…

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CDC To Test Philly Wastewater For Polio Virus CDC To Test Philly Wastewater For Polio Virus
CDC To Test Philly Wastewater For Polio Virus The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are partnering with the Philadelphia Department of Public Health to collect and test wastewater for the polio virus, officials say.  In a statement on Wednesday, Nov. 30, the CDC said Philadelphia is one of several communities taking part in wastewater analysis testing. The findings will help public health officials identify "communities of concern" which may be at risk for contracting polio, and will guide their future vaccination efforts, the agency said.  Polio has resurfaced as a public health concern since July, when officials in…

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Police & Fire
Fire Closes Mexican Restaurant In Lehigh County, Officials Say Fire Closes Mexican Restaurant In Lehigh County, Officials Say
Fire Closes Mexican Restaurant In Lehigh County, Officials Say A fire broke out at a Mexican restaurant in Lehigh County in the early morning hours on Wednesday, Nov. 30, according to officials.  First responders were called to La Cabanita Restaurant at 2720 South Pike Avenue in Salisbury Township for an automatic fire alarm just before 4 a.m., police said in a statement. On arrival, emergency personnel saw smoke coming from the building and called nearby departments for assistance, authorities said.  Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze and ventilate the building within an hour, according to police. Further investigation revea…

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Police & Fire
15-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Irvington, Prosecutor Says 15-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Irvington, Prosecutor Says
15-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Irvington, Prosecutor Says Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy in Essex County, officials say.  Authorities were called to the intersection of Melrose Avenue and Wills Place at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 27 for a report of a child suffering from a gunshot wound, said acting Prosecutor Theodore Stephens II. He died at the scene just before 7:30 p.m., officials said.  The boy's identity has not been released, but Stephens said he was a resident of Newark.  The investigation is ongoing and no arrests have yet been made, the prosecutor said. Anyone with information is urged t…

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Police & Fire
Philly Drug Lord Sold Brand-Name Heroin Called 'Funeral,' Feds Say Philly Drug Lord Sold Brand-Name Heroin Called 'Funeral,' Feds Say
Philly Drug Lord Sold Brand-Name Heroin Called 'Funeral,' Feds Say A convicted Philadelphia druglord known for selling his own brand of heroin will spend nearly 20 years in federal prison, prosecutors say.  Ricardo "PR" Carrion, 42, was sentenced to 19 years and four months behind bars by a federal judge on Tuesday, Nov. 29, US Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero said in a statement.  He was previously convicted of multiple drug trafficking and conspiracy charges related to the crack and heroin empire he ran from Kensington, officials said.  According to evidence submitted during his trial, Carrion was the supplier for a sprawling narcotics organ…

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Politics
Will Helen Gym Run For Philly Mayor? Councilor's Resignation Sparks Rumors Will Helen Gym Run For Philly Mayor? Councilor's Resignation Sparks Rumors
Will Helen Gym Run For Philly Mayor? Councilor's Resignation Sparks Rumors Philadelphia City Councilwoman Helen Gym announced her sudden resignation in a social media post early on Tuesday, Nov. 29 — a move that many speculate means she will run for mayor in 2023.  In a video message uploaded to Twitter, the at-large Democratic councilwoman called her six-year tenure in the city's legislature "an incredible honor." I came on to City Council because I knew that together, we could find solutions to what other people told us was impossible. It’s been an incredible honor, Philadelphia ❤️ pic.twitter.com/lvBsuPPOPP — Helen Gym (@HelenGymAtLarge) November 29, 2022 …

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