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Newark man convicted of assaulting former girlfriend inside her home

The 25-year-old is set to be sentenced in October. He faces up to 5 years in prison.

News 12 Staff

Sep 27, 2025, 6:08 AM

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A Newark man has been convicted of assaulting his former girlfriend inside her home in 2023.

Prosecutors say 25-year-old Jason Blount restrained, attacked and threatened to kill the victim at the residence in Glen Ridge.

He was found guilty of unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, criminal restraint and terroristic threats.

He is set to be sentenced in October. He faces up to 5 years in prison.

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