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Samantha R. Patel
Samantha R. Patel
Reporter · King of Prussia, PA
Samantha has a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from West Chester University and has spent the last 4 years covering community issues for the King of Prussia Community Bulletin. She is particularly interested in community activism and local events, striving to highlight the voices that often go unheard. Her work is driven by a commitment to storytelling that fosters connection.
More from Samantha →Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:49 AM · 2 min read
Escaped Prisoner Escaped prisoner back in custody after 4 hours on the run in Northampton County Blair Cressman, 42, escaped from a trooper outside of the courthouse in Easton Tuesday afternoon. WPVI By 6abc Digital Staff Wednesday, November 11, 2026 11:49AM Share Follow 6abc on Google EASTON, Pa. (WPVI) -- An escaped prisoner in Northampton County is back in custody Wednesday morning and facing additional charges after nearly four hours on the run. Blair Cressman, 42, escaped from a trooper outside of the courthouse in Easton Tuesday afternoon. A manhunt led authorities to a wooded area along Interstate 78. DJ shot in face in North Philly speaks from hospital as he recovers: 'I could have died' Michael Comer arrested after missing 11-month-old boy Koah Sharpe found buried alive in dog crate in Lexington County, SC 1 hour ago S.S. United States sinking: Final journey to become artificial reef happening today 1 hour ago Cressman had just faced a judge on charges of strangulation and simple assault before he took off. A state trooper sustained minor injuries during the incident. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved. Related Topics NORTHAMPTON COUNTY EASTON PENNSYLVANIA ESCAPED PRISONER Truck stolen by TN prison escapee sat in IL for over 1 day: police As manhunt for escaped murderer continues, friends and family of victim speak out Escaped murderer's stolen truck found, location remains unknown: Authorities 75-year-old NC woman finds escaped inmate in her car Watch Live ON NOW DJ shot in face in North Philly speaks from hospital as he recovers Missing 11-month-old boy taken by father found buried alive: Sheriff 1 hour ago S.S. United States set for final journey today | What to know 1 hour ago Former police officer charged with DUI, strangulation Video shows bicyclist wanted for striking woman in Chinatown 33 minutes ago AccuWeather: Nice and mild for Veterans Day 23 minutes ago Mayor orders foster care system review after Malayshia Allford's death Police: E-bike rider among 3 shot in Philly; suspect sought
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