Delaware
Bucks County officials identify Philadelphia man found dead on bank of Delaware River
It was discovered that the victim originally went missing in the Delaware River on June 27.
Friday, July 7, 2023 12:59AM
BRISTOL TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — Bucks County officials have released the identity of a man who was found dead on the bank of the Delaware River in Bristol Township on Monday.
Video in the player above is from a previous Action News report.
Officials identified the victim as 36-year-old Sokhom Sam from Philadelphia.
READ | Police working to ID man found dead in Delaware River in Bucks County
Investigators initially found Sokhom’s body on the 6200 block of Radcliffe Street around 9 a.m.
It was discovered that Sokhom originally went missing in the Delaware River on the evening of June 27.
That evening, Bristol police officers responded to reports of a man attempting to steal a boat from a private residence. When they arrived, the suspect jumped into the river.
Officials revealed that Sokhom was the suspect involved in the attempted theft.
Police say they tried to rescue Sokhom from the water that night but were unsuccessful.
An autopsy later revealed he died from an accidental drowning.
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Delaware
What to know ahead of post-holiday travel this weekend as new storm system moves in
Weather hazards slow post-holiday travel across the US
The Midwest, South and Northwest may see post-holiday travel slowdowns due to severe weather.
If you’re planning any holiday travel this weekend, make sure to factor in some extra time.
A new storm system loaded with moisture rolling up from the Gulf of Mexico is expected to bring heavy rain and potential flooding along the I-95 corridor, according to AccuWeather. Similar weather is predicted across the Southeast and Midwest.
The warm air will bring thunderstorms across most of Delaware between Friday and Sunday night, with the heaviest rain predicted to fall between Sunday afternoon and evening.
AccuWeather said poor visibility and possible flooding could lead to “substantial” travel delays. Meteorologists recommend shifting travel times to before or after the storm.
Also, temperatures will rise over the weekend, with highs in the 50s or above.
Delaware
Ex-NFL star DeSean Jackson finalizing deal to become head coach at Delaware State
Former Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson is reportedly closing in on an agreement to become the next head coach at Delaware State University.
Jackson, 38, had an on-campus interview, and the school and ex-NFL wideout are expected to “come together” soon,” ESPN reported Thursday.
It was also reported that coaching at a historically black college or university (HBCU) was a “dream” for Jackson.
Jackson spent 15 years in the NFL with the Eagles, Washington, Rams, Raiders and Ravens, with his last season coming in 2022.
The three-time Pro Bowler does have coaching experience, serving as an assistant coach at Woodrow Wilson High School in his hometown of Long Beach, Calif. this year.
He is now getting close to taking over the football program at the HBCU that had just one win in 2024 and one win in 2023 after going 5-6 in 2022.
Now, the school will see if some of Jackson’s experience can rub off on the program.
Jackson finished his NFL career with 641 catches, 11,263 yards and 66 total touchdowns.
That came after a memorable college career at Cal, where he recorded 2,423 yards and 23 total touchdowns, earning All-American nods in 2006 and 2007.
The news about Jackson’s hiring came just days after former Eagles QB Michael Vick — and Jackson’s former teammate — was hired by Norfolk State to be its next coach.
If Jackson’s deal goes through, he will run into a Vick-led Norfolk State next season in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) play.
Vick said during a press conference that the new job would allow him to “serve young men in my community.”
“I understand the value of a HBCU,” Vick said at a press conference earlier this week. “The fact that it is in my hometown makes it even better.
“And so, it’s a great admiration for HBCUs, the NFL has numerous partnerships with HBCUs, so I think it shows that people care, you know, you’ve got these big time Division I programs where they’ve got all these amazing things, bells and whistles, money, and they tend to forget about the HBCUs and the schools that have the same type of prominence, and so, to start here, it wasn’t even by design.”
Delaware
Delaware County Opioid Settlement Task Force Needs Volunteer Members
DELAWARE COUNTY, PA — Delaware County is looking for residents to sit on its Delaware County Opioid Settlement Task Force.
Sought are passionate and dedicated residents to serve on the task force.
Members help provide recommendations for immediate and long-term programs, work alongside community leaders, experts, and advocates, and ensure funds are used effectively, transparently, and for maximum impact.
“This is your chance to play a vital role in shaping how settlement funds are used to combat the opioid crisis in our community,”the county said.
Residents interested in serving on the task force can apply online here.
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