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Morristown PD steps up patrols to increase safety following attack
Posted: Updated:Morristown police are working to improve public safety by stepping up patrols.
It's in response to a brutal attack that happened Friday night.
Authorities say Brian Sessions of East Orange broke into a woman's apartment.
When she returned from shopping - he allegedly attacked her with a Taser, tied her up and sexually assaulted her.
The victim was able to get free and call police. Sessions was arrested.
Police believe he was also involved in other burglaries in Morristown in November and December.
Morristown Mayor Timothy Dougherty released this statement in response.
"While we have every reason to believe that these crimes are isolated and that no one should be afraid, we still encourage our residents to be vigilant in reporting any suspicious activity," says Dougherty.
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11-year-old boy struck, killed by truck while riding bike
11-year-old boy struck, killed by truck while riding bike
11-year-old boy struck, killed by truck while riding bike
An 11-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a box truck while riding his bike Tuesday afternoon.
An 11-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a box truck while riding his bike Tuesday afternoon.
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Forecast: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers for Wednesday
Forecast: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers for Wednesday
News 12 New Jersey Weather on the 1s
Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Temperatures will be near 60 degrees.
Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Temperatures will be near 60 degrees.
Hoboken mayor signs gender neutral public restroom order
Hoboken mayor signs gender neutral public restroom order
Hoboken mayor signs gender neutral public restroom order
The mayor of Hoboken signed an executive order Wednesday declaring gender equality in public bathrooms.
The mayor of Hoboken signed an executive order Wednesday declaring gender equality in public bathrooms.
Business Briefs: WhatsApp, gun emoji, Amazon Alexa
Business Briefs: WhatsApp, gun emoji, Amazon Alexa
WhatsApp is raising its age limit overseas. The gun debate continues... but this time, over emojis. And Amazon Alexa wants to sit at the kids table.
WhatsApp is raising its age limit overseas. The gun debate continues... but this time, over emojis. And Amazon Alexa wants to sit at the kids table.
Business Briefs: Facebook, Uber, Gmail
Business Briefs: Facebook, Uber, Gmail
Facebook will face investors today after the closing bell, when it releases its earnings for the last quarter. Uber's first diversity report since CEO Dara Khosrowshahi took over shows a two percent increase in the number of female employees. Google is la
Facebook will face investors today after the closing bell, when it releases its earnings for the last quarter. Uber's first diversity report since CEO Dara Khosrowshahi took over shows a two percent increase in the number of female employees. Google is la
Facebook will face investors today after the closing bell, when it releases its earnings for the last quarter. Uber's first diversity report since CEO Dara Khosrowshahi took over shows a two percent increase in the number of female employees. Google is launching a redesign of its Gmail web interface worldwide.
Facebook will face investors today after the closing bell, when it releases its earnings for the last quarter. Uber's first diversity report since CEO Dara Khosrowshahi took over shows a two percent increase in the number of female employees. Google is launching a redesign of its Gmail web interface worldwide.
Father of daughter found dead charged with son's death in 2005
Father of daughter found dead charged with son's death in 2005
Father of daughter found dead charged with son's death in 2005
Father of daughter found dead charged with son's death in 2005
The father of the toddler who was found dead in Jersey City had previously been charged in the death of his son back in 2005.
The father of the toddler who was found dead in Jersey City had previously been charged in the death of his son back in 2005.
New poll finds Gov. Kean as state’s most beloved governor
New poll finds Gov. Kean as state’s most beloved governor
New poll finds Gov. Kean as state’s most beloved governor
A New Monmouth University poll finds former Gov. Tom Kean as the state's most beloved governor.
A New Monmouth University poll finds former Gov. Tom Kean as the state's most beloved governor.
More car-free zones coming to Jersey City
More car-free zones coming to Jersey City
More car-free zones coming to Jersey City
More car-free zones coming to Jersey City
A new trend in downtown Jersey City could have more people traveling on foot and fewer on wheels.
A new trend in downtown Jersey City could have more people traveling on foot and fewer on wheels.
City officials host workshop to help keep students in school
City officials host workshop to help keep students in school
City officials host workshop to help keep students in school
City leaders in Newark are looking for ways to keep more children coming to school.
City leaders in Newark are looking for ways to keep more children coming to school.
Jersey Buzz: April 25, 2018
Jersey Buzz: April 25, 2018
Jersey Buzz: April 25, 2018
Jersey Buzz: April 25, 2018
Jersey Buzz: April 25, 2018
Jersey Buzz: April 25, 2018
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Global Premiere for 'Avengers: Infinity War'
Global Premiere for 'Avengers: Infinity War'
The Los Angeles Global Premiere for Marvel Studios? "Avengers: Infinity War" on April 23, 2018 in Hollywood, California.
The Los Angeles Global Premiere for Marvel Studios? "Avengers: Infinity War" on April 23, 2018 in Hollywood, California.
The Los Angeles Global Premiere for Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Infinity War" was on April 23, 2018 in Hollywood, California.
The Los Angeles Global Premiere for Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Infinity War" was on April 23, 2018 in Hollywood, California.
President Trump hosts 1st state dinner
President Trump hosts 1st state dinner
U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and French first lady Brigitte Macron for the state dinner during visit to the White House.
U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and French first lady Brigitte Macron for the state dinner during visit to the White House.
U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and French first lady Brigitte Macron for the state dinner during visit to the White House.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge welcome baby boy
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge welcome baby boy
It's the third child for Kate and Prince William, and he's fifth in line to the British throne.
It's the third child for Kate and Prince William, and he's fifth in line to the British throne.
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Statue of Liberty
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
2018 Summer Stadium Tours
2018 Summer Stadium Tours
Here are the artists who will be performing at tri-state stadiums this summer.
Here are the artists who will be performing at tri-state stadiums this summer.
Guide: Amusement Parks
Guide: Amusement Parks
Six Flags Great Adventure
The tri-state area has a handful of amusement parks that you may want to check out this summer.
The tri-state area has a handful of amusement parks that you may want to check out this summer.
Musical acts coming this summer to the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Musical acts coming this summer to the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Florida Georgia Line is set to rock Atlantic City on July 13.
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City has announced that it will be opening its doors to the public on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. Throughout the summer and early fall, the Hard Rock will live up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City has announced that it will be opening its doors to the public on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. Throughout the summer and early fall, the Hard Rock will live up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
Guide: New Jersey Public Golf Courses
Guide: New Jersey Public Golf Courses
Fox Hollow Golf Club
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! New Jersey offers a variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! New Jersey offers a variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
2018 Prudential Center Concert Lineup
2018 Prudential Center Concert Lineup
Fall Out Boy will be performing at the Prudential Center.
A variety of artists will be performing at the Prudential Center in Newark for the rest of 2018 and beyond.
A variety of artists will be performing at the Prudential Center in Newark for the rest of 2018 and beyond.
Stone Pony Summer Stage Acts - 2018
Stone Pony Summer Stage Acts - 2018
The Stone Pony has a loaded calendar this summer. Check out the lineup here!
The Stone Pony has a loaded calendar this summer. Check out the lineup here!
