Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania good Samaritan delivers lost wallet to stranger on New Year's Eve, fast friendship ensues
A good Samaritan drove miles out of his way on New Year’s Eve to deliver a lost wallet to a stranger.
Doylestown resident Richard Murray-Dey works as a Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) conductor, according to FOX 29 Philadelphia. On Dec. 31, Murray-Dey was on the clock when he noticed a lost wallet.
The conductor opened it up and noticed it belonged to a Radnor Township resident named Greg Basile.
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Murray-Dey – whose birthday is coincidentally on New Year’s Eve – then drove nearly an hour away to the Philadelphia-area town to deliver the lost item.
Murray-Dey and Basile became fast friends after they met up for the first time. (FOX 29 Philadelphia)
“I called my wife and we decided immediately that I would drive and take that wallet back to him, but try to do it anonymously, so I’m not infringing on his privacy,” Murray-Dey told FOX 29.
“What he had in there, I knew he would really need it and I wasn’t looking for anything in return,” he added. “This is just how I am and what I do.”
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Basile later checked his Ring camera and noticed that the generous stranger made an appearance.
Murray-Dey works as a train conductor for SEPTA and found Basile’s lost wallet at work. (FOX 29 Philadelphia)
“Hello, I have your wallet,” Murray-Dey said on the Ring video. “I’m returning it. Found it on my train.”
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Basile immediately tried finding out who the Good Samaritan was. The Pennsylvania resident got in touch with FOX 29, who eventually arranged a meet-up on Wednesday.
The two men embraced when they saw each other for the first time – and got on instantly.
Murray-Dey works as a train conductor for SEPTA and found Basile’s lost wallet at work. (FOX 29 Philadelphia)
“I think he’s a great guy and we’re gonna keep up this friendship,” Basile said.
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“He’s a great guy,” Murray-Dey added. “Look at him. You know what I mean.”
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Cash reward offered for information leading to Pennsylvania cold case homicide resolution
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A cash reward is being offered for anyone who has information surrounding a 2021 cold case homicide in Lebanon County.
The $2,000 reward is for anyone who has information that can solve the case of the death of 35-year-old Zachary Lauderman, according to State Police.
Lauderman was found dead with two gunshot wounds to his head in his home, located along Ulsh lane in Bethel Township Sept. 10 just before 3 p.m., according to Troopers.
Anyone who knows something is asked to contact PSP Tips at 1-800-4PA-TIPS (8477), or they can go online to submit a tip by clicking here.
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — The Philadelphia Auto Show is about to get underway at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
It kicks off this weekend, but on Thursday Mayor Cherelle Parker and auto show executives gave us a preview of all the fun.
Organizers say this will be one of the largest shows in its 123-year history.
Car enthusiasts will get a chance to see the latest lineup from manufacturers around the globe.
“With more manufacturers, the longest track, Camp Jeep back on display… there truly is something for everyone,” said Jeff Glanzmann of Glanzmann Subaru.
That also includes classic cars and Hollywood rides from favorite films and shows, all of which will be showcased on the 600,000 square foot exhibit floor.
The Auto Show opens to the public on Saturday and runs until Jan. 20.
6abc is a proud sponsor.
Don’t miss our Philadelphia Auto Show special, which airs Saturday at 7 p.m.
For tickets and more information, visit this page on 6abc.com.
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Thursday, January 9, 2025 1:23PM
Firefighters in Chester, Pennsylvania, dealt with sub-freezing temperatures while battling the flames during a house fire.
CHESTER, Pa. (WPVI) — Firefighters in Chester, Pennsylvania, dealt with sub-freezing temperatures while battling the flames during a house fire.
Authorities say the fire broke out in a three-story twin home at 1 a.m. on Thursday in the 200 block of West 7th Street. It grew to two alarms before firefighters were able to get it under control.
Help arrived from first responders in neighboring communities in Delaware County.
Officials said they don’t know what sparked it yet.
No injuries have been reported.
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