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Suspect takes his own life after holding two people hostage in Newburgh

Police say a man took his own life after holding two people hostage in Newburgh. Authorities say the incident began Sunday morning on South Miller Street when Jose Torres, 44, allegedly shot his 16-year-old

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May 29, 2014, 7:13 PM

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