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Father, son plead guilty to defrauding investors out of millions
Father, son plead guilty to defrauding investors out of millions
A father and son are heading to prison after pleading guilty to defrauding investors out of millions of dollars.A father and son are heading to prison after pleading guilty to defrauding investors out of millions of dollars.Authorities release video of pizza shop arson suspect in hopes public can ID him
Authorities release video of pizza shop arson suspect in hopes public can ID him
Gloucester County officials have released surveillance video of a man suspected of starting a fire at a local pizza shop.Gloucester County officials have released surveillance video of a man suspected of starting a fire at a local pizza shop.Convicted NYC bomber sentenced to life for 2016 shootout with Linden police officers
Convicted NYC bomber sentenced to life for 2016 shootout with Linden police officers
Convicted NYC bomber gets life term for New Jersey shootout
Convicted NYC bomber gets life term for New Jersey shootout
An Afghan-born U.S. citizen already serving life in prison for a bombing in New York City has been sentenced to an additional life term for a shootout with police in New Jersey as he attempted to avoid arrest.An Afghan-born U.S. citizen already serving life in prison for a bombing in New York City has been sentenced to an additional life term for a shootout with police in Union County as he attempted to avoid arrest.Officials: Police officer kills man who attempted to run him down with car after chase
Officials: Police officer kills man who attempted to run him down with car after chase
Officials: Police officer kills man who attempted to run him down with car after chase
Officials: Police officer kills man who attempted to run him down with car after chase
The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General says that a New Jersey police officer shot and killed a man who attempted to run him over with his vehicle following a police chase.The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General says that a New Jersey police officer shot and killed a man who attempted to run him over with his vehicle following a police chase.Authorities announce 2 arrested in deadly shooting on I-80 over the weekend
Authorities announce 2 arrested in deadly shooting on I-80 over the weekend
Law enforcement officials say that two men have been in connection with a deadly shooting on a highway in Bergen County over the weekend.Law enforcement officials say that two men have been in connection with a deadly shooting on a highway in Bergen County over the weekend.‘We will not let this crush our spirits!’ Police probe church vandalism in Monmouth County
‘We will not let this crush our spirits!’ Police probe church vandalism in Monmouth County
‘We will not let this crush our spirits!’ Police probe church vandalism in Monmouth County
‘We will not let this crush our spirits!’ Police probe church vandalism in Monmouth County
A church in Freehold was vandalized Wednesday night, according to the church's Facebook page.A church in Freehold was vandalized Wednesday night, according to the church's Facebook page.Ex-Manalapan-Englishtown school official admits to improperly touching 19-year-old man
Ex-Manalapan-Englishtown school official admits to improperly touching 19-year-old man
A former Monmouth County school board member had admitted that he improperly touched a 19-year-old man over the Labor Day weekend last year at his home.A former Monmouth County school board member had admitted that he improperly touched a 19-year-old man over the Labor Day weekend last year at his home.Police: 31-year-old man killed in shooting in Paterson
Police: 31-year-old man killed in shooting in Paterson
A 31-year-old man was killed in a shooting in Paterson early Saturday, police say.A 31-year-old man was killed in a shooting in Paterson early Saturday, police say.State police: 1 person dead, 1 injured in shooting on I-80 in Lodi
State police: 1 person dead, 1 injured in shooting on I-80 in Lodi
State police say one person was killed and another injured in a shooting on I-80 in Lodi early Saturday morning.State police say one person was killed and another injured in a shooting on I-80 in Lodi early Saturday morning.Wildwood man admits to posting sexually explicit videos of woman on Snapchat
Wildwood man admits to posting sexually explicit videos of woman on Snapchat
A Wildwood man admitted to posting sexually explicit videos of a woman on Snapchat stemming from an incident at Stockton University.A Wildwood man admitted to posting sexually explicit videos of a woman on Snapchat stemming from an incident at Stockton University.Judge: Defendant in vehicular homicide case was too high to waive Miranda rights
Judge: Defendant in vehicular homicide case was too high to waive Miranda rights
A Passaic County judge has ruled that some evidence in a vehicular homicide case will be thrown out because the defendant was too high on drugs at the time to understand his rights when speaking with police.A Passaic County judge has ruled that some evidence in a vehicular homicide case will be thrown out because the defendant was too high on drugs at the time to understand his rights when speaking with police.Police: Man attempts to follow girl home while she was walking dog
Police: Man attempts to follow girl home while she was walking dog
The Hillsdale Police Department is searching for a man they say followed a girl home while she was out walking her dog.The Hillsdale Police Department is searching for a man they say followed a girl home while she was out walking her dog.Man accused in Bound Brook arson ordered to stay in jail; judge cites ‘disturbing’ Facebook posts
Man accused in Bound Brook arson ordered to stay in jail; judge cites ‘disturbing’ Facebook posts
Man charged with arson in massive Bound Brook fire to remain in jail
Man charged with arson in massive Bound Brook fire to remain in jail
A man accused of starting a fire that destroyed several buildings in downtown Bound Brook was ordered to remain in jail until his trial.A man accused of starting a fire that destroyed several buildings in downtown Bound Brook was ordered to remain in jail until his trial.Police confiscate more than $62K in drugs in southern NJ bust
Police confiscate more than $62K in drugs in southern NJ bust
New Jersey State Police announced a major drug bust in Cumberland and Salem counties.New Jersey State Police announced a major drug bust in Cumberland and Salem counties.Prosecutors: 18-year-old fatally stabbed, slammed mother’s head into pavement
Prosecutors: 18-year-old fatally stabbed, slammed mother’s head into pavement
Prosecutors: 18-year-old boy fatally stabbed, slammed mother’s head into pavement
Prosecutors: 18-year-old boy fatally stabbed, slammed mother’s head into pavement
Authorities in Ocean County have charged an 18-year-old boy from Manchester with the murder of his mother in Toms River.Authorities in Ocean County have charged an 18-year-old boy from Manchester with the murder of his mother in Toms River.Bound Brook man charged with arson in massive fire that destroyed multiple buildings
Bound Brook man charged with arson in massive fire that destroyed multiple buildings
A Bound Brook man is facing arson charges after authorities say he caused a fire that destroyed multiple buildings in the town’s downtown, displacing dozens of area residents.A Bound Brook man is facing arson charges after authorities say he caused a fire that destroyed multiple buildings in the town’s downtown, displacing dozens of area residents.Paterson police to be equipped with body cameras following corruption probe
Paterson police to be equipped with body cameras following corruption probe
Officers in the Paterson Police Department will soon be outfitted with body cameras – a decision that comes after the FBI arrested eight officers in a corruption investigation.Officers in the Paterson Police Department will soon be outfitted with body cameras – a decision that comes after the FBI arrested eight officers in a corruption investigation.Grand jury indicts Long Branch teen in deaths of parents, sister, friend
Grand jury indicts Long Branch teen in deaths of parents, sister, friend
A Monmouth County grand jury has indicted a teenager accused of killing his parents, sister and a family friend on New Year’s Eve two years ago.A Monmouth County grand jury has indicted a teenager accused of killing his parents, sister and a family friend on New Year’s Eve two years ago.Attorney general: Bias incidents in 2019 up 65% from 2018 in New Jersey
Attorney general: Bias incidents in 2019 up 65% from 2018 in New Jersey
Reported bias incidents increased in 2019 from 2018, according to new information released by the Office of the Attorney General.Reported bias incidents increased in 2019 from 2018, according to new information released by the Office of the Attorney General.Officials: Jersey City shooters had bomb powerful enough to kill from ‘5 football fields away’
Officials: Jersey City shooters had bomb powerful enough to kill from ‘5 football fields away’
Authorities say the two people who stormed a kosher grocery in Jersey City and killed three people had a bomb powerful enough to kill or injure others from “five football fields away.”Authorities say the two people who stormed a kosher grocery in Jersey City and killed three people had a bomb powerful enough to kill or injure others from “five football fields away.”T-shirt shop owner sentenced to 3 years in prison for inappropriate touching
T-shirt shop owner sentenced to 3 years in prison for inappropriate touching
A businessman in Howell was sentenced to three years in prison for inappropriately touching several victims, including customers and employees.A businessman in Howell was sentenced to three years in prison for inappropriately touching several victims, including customers and employees.Officials: Violent passenger at airport injures 6 Port Authority officers, flight attendant
Officials: Violent passenger at airport injures 6 Port Authority officers, flight attendant
Officials say an incident with a violent passenger at Newark Liberty International Airport sent six Port Authority officers and a flight attendant to the hospital Thursday.Officials say an incident with a violent passenger at Newark Liberty International Airport sent six Port Authority officers and a flight attendant to the hospital Thursday.Police seek woman who allegedly tried to lure teenage boy
Police seek woman who allegedly tried to lure teenage boy
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Newark police are looking for a woman wanted for questioning involving a luring incident.Newark police are looking for a woman wanted for questioning involving a luring incident.Police: 26-year-old man found with gunshot wound in back seat of car in Paterson
Police: 26-year-old man found with gunshot wound in back seat of car in Paterson
Police say a 26-year-old man was found in the back seat of a cat with a gunshot wound in Paterson early Saturday morning.Police say a 26-year-old man was found in the back seat of a cat with a gunshot wound in Paterson early Saturday morning.Prosecutors: Man charged with murder in street shooting
Prosecutors: Man charged with murder in street shooting
A man has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a Philadelphia man found wounded on a southern New Jersey street last year.
A man has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a Philadelphia man found wounded on a southern New Jersey street last year.
Prosecutor: Man sent sexually explicit messages to undercover officer he thought was 14-year-old boy
Prosecutor: Man sent sexually explicit messages to undercover officer he thought was 14-year-old boy
A Wall Township man is facing criminal charges after prosecutors say he sent sexually explicit messages to an undercover police officer who he thought was a 14-year-old boy.A Wall Township man is facing criminal charges after prosecutors say he sent sexually explicit messages to an undercover police officer who he thought was a 14-year-old boy.Police make arrest in shooting death of college student found in car
Police make arrest in shooting death of college student found in car
Authorities have made an arrest in the shooting death of a college student found inside her car.Authorities have made an arrest in the shooting death of a college student found inside her car.Ex-day care director accused of stealing more than $90K in tuition payments
Ex-day care director accused of stealing more than $90K in tuition payments
Former day care director accused of stealing nearly $65,000 in tuition payments
Former day care director accused of stealing nearly $65,000 in tuition payments
Burlington County authorities say that a former director of a day care center is accused of stealing more than $90,000 in tuition payments.Burlington County authorities say that a former director of a day care center is accused of stealing more than $90,000 in tuition payments.Authorities: Woman irate over long lines at MVC office assaults staff, destroys computers
Authorities: Woman irate over long lines at MVC office assaults staff, destroys computers
Authorities say a woman angry about long lines at a Motor Vehicle Commission office smashed computer equipment and assaulted staffers and police.Authorities say a woman angry about long lines at a Motor Vehicle Commission office smashed computer equipment and assaulted staffers and police.Authorities: 8th Paterson officer facing charges in corruption probe
Authorities: 8th Paterson officer facing charges in corruption probe
Another officer with the Paterson Police Department has been arrested as part of an ongoing federal corruption probe.Another officer with the Paterson Police Department has been arrested as part of an ongoing federal corruption probe.Newark police officers rescue carjacking suspect who got trapped under cruiser
Newark police officers rescue carjacking suspect who got trapped under cruiser
Authorities say a carjacking suspect who led police on a chase had to be rescued by officers after the vehicle crashed and he eventually became pinned under a police cruiser.Authorities say a carjacking suspect who led police on a chase had to be rescued by officers after the vehicle crashed and he eventually became pinned under a police cruiser.‘Operation on the Ropes’ nets 24 arrests in major Monmouth County marijuana bust
‘Operation on the Ropes’ nets 24 arrests in major Monmouth County marijuana bust
It is being described as one of the biggest drug busts in New Jersey over the last decade – “Operation on the Ropes” resulted in 24 arrests.It is being described as one of the biggest drug busts in New Jersey over the last decade – “Operation on the Ropes” resulted in 24 arrests.Family seeks answers 1 year after loved one killed in hit-and-run
Family seeks answers 1 year after loved one killed in hit-and-run
A grieving family says that they are desperate for answers nearly one year after a loved one was killed in a hit-and-run crash.A grieving family says that they are desperate for answers nearly one year after a loved one was killed in a hit-and-run crash.Neptune teens admit roles in killing of newborn, disposal of body
Neptune teens admit roles in killing of newborn, disposal of body
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Two Monmouth County teenagers have admitted their roles in the death of their newborn baby whose dead body was tossed into an outdoor trash bin.Two Monmouth County teenagers have admitted their roles in the death of their newborn baby whose dead body was tossed into an outdoor trash bin.Police: Stolen Maserati goes up in flames in Millburn
Police: Stolen Maserati goes up in flames in Millburn
A car worth upwards of $100,000 went up in flames in Millburn Saturday night.A car worth upwards of $100,000 went up in flames in Millburn Saturday night.Vineland man accused of threatening corrections officer with knife
Vineland man accused of threatening corrections officer with knife
A Vineland man is accused of threatening a corrections officer with a knife, state police say.A Vineland man is accused of threatening a corrections officer with a knife, state police say.Prosecutors: 18-year-old charged with murder in stabbing death of Audubon deli owner
Prosecutors: 18-year-old charged with murder in stabbing death of Audubon deli owner
Prosecutors say an 18-year-old man has been arrested Sunday in connection to the stabbing death of an Audubon deli owner.Prosecutors say an 18-year-old man has been arrested Sunday in connection to the stabbing death of an Audubon deli owner.NJ Catholic Church extends period for sex abuse compensation
NJ Catholic Church extends period for sex abuse compensation
The Catholic Church in New Jersey is extending the period for sex abuse victims to seek compensation.The Catholic Church in New Jersey is extending the period for sex abuse victims to seek compensation.Multi-town police chase ends in a crash with NJ Transit bus
Multi-town police chase ends in a crash with NJ Transit bus
A police chase from Belleville to Newark overnight Saturday ended when a car crashed into a bus, according to a prosecutor in Essex County.A police chase from Belleville to Newark overnight Saturday ended when a car crashed into a bus, according to a prosecutor in Essex County.Police: Man stole thousands with card skimmer at NJ 7-Eleven
Police: Man stole thousands with card skimmer at NJ 7-Eleven
Officials in Passaic County say a man is accused of installing a credit card skimmer at a Bloomingdale 7-Eleven.Officials in Passaic County say a man is accused of installing a credit card skimmer at a Bloomingdale 7-Eleven.Motel shootout leaves 2 men dead, 1 critically wounded
Motel shootout leaves 2 men dead, 1 critically wounded
Authorities say a shootout at a southern New Jersey motel has left two men dead and another critically injured.
Authorities say a shootout at a southern New Jersey motel has left two men dead and another critically injured.
Probationary police officer commended for their peaceful arrest of armed man
Probationary police officer commended for their peaceful arrest of armed man
Two rookie Newark police officers are being commended for their work to peacefully arrest a man who pulled a gun during an argument at a gas station.Two rookie Newark police officers are being commended for their work to peacefully arrest a man who pulled a gun during an argument at a gas station.Authorities: New Jersey man arrested in Florida for impersonating sheriff
Authorities: New Jersey man arrested in Florida for impersonating sheriff
A Morris County man claiming he was “the sheriff” was arrested in Florida on New Year’s Day after investigators said he tried to impersonate a law enforcement officer to get rid of a lien placed against his new home.A Morris County man claiming he was “the sheriff” was arrested in Florida on New Year’s Day after investigators said he tried to impersonate a law enforcement officer to get rid of a lien placed against his new home.Sentencing of ex-Atlantic City mayor moved to Feb. 27
Sentencing of ex-Atlantic City mayor moved to Feb. 27
The sentencing of former Atlantic City Mayor Frank Gilliam Jr. has been pushed back until the end of February.The sentencing of former Atlantic City Mayor Frank Gilliam Jr. has been pushed back until the end of February.Authorities: 2 dead in apparent murder-suicide in Burlington Township
Authorities: 2 dead in apparent murder-suicide in Burlington Township
Two people have been found dead in a Burlington County apartment complex in what authorities say was an apparent murder-suicide.Two people have been found dead in a Burlington County apartment complex in what authorities say was an apparent murder-suicide.SWAT officer shoots dog during search of Manchester Township residence
SWAT officer shoots dog during search of Manchester Township residence
The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office says a New Jersey SWAT team member shot and killed a dog while executing a search warrant.The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office says a New Jersey SWAT team member shot and killed a dog while executing a search warrant.Police: Man arrested after fireworks set off outside Howell theater mistaken for gunshots
Police: Man arrested after fireworks set off outside Howell theater mistaken for gunshots
An arrest has been made in connection to the evacuation of a Howell theater due to an initial report of shots fired.An arrest has been made in connection to the evacuation of a Howell theater due to an initial report of shots fired.Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital patient charged in connection to stabbing death
Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital patient charged in connection to stabbing death
A man has been charged with murder in connection to a death at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in Morris Plains.A man has been charged with murder in connection to a death at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in Morris Plains.Man robs Chase Bank in Toms River
Man robs Chase Bank in Toms River
Investigators say the suspect gave a note to the teller and then walked out with an undisclosed amount of money.Investigators say the suspect gave a note to the teller and then walked out with an undisclosed amount of money.Newark man charged with causing pregnant woman to lose baby
Newark man charged with causing pregnant woman to lose baby
Joanisson DeSouza 31, was arrested at the Spring Lane Motel in Elizabeth on Tuesday.Joanisson DeSouza 31, was arrested at the Spring Lane Motel in Elizabeth on Tuesday.Police: Man offering to sell bystanders guns from his waistband gets tackled by officers
Police: Man offering to sell bystanders guns from his waistband gets tackled by officers
A Lakewood man is facing charges after he allegedly tried to sell some bystanders guns that he had tucked away in the waistband of his pants.A Lakewood man is facing charges after he allegedly tried to sell some bystanders guns that he had tucked away in the waistband of his pants.Suspended Newark police lieutenant indicted in fatal shooting of estranged wife
Suspended Newark police lieutenant indicted in fatal shooting of estranged wife
A suspended Newark police lieutenant has been indicted on murder and other counts in the slaying of his estranged wife and the wounding of her boyfriend.A suspended Newark police lieutenant has been indicted on murder and other counts in the slaying of his estranged wife and the wounding of her boyfriend.Carjacker remains on the loose following altercation in Garfield
Carjacker remains on the loose following altercation in Garfield
Authorities say that a suspected carjacker is on the loose after an incident in Garfield.Authorities say that a suspected carjacker is on the loose after an incident in Garfield.Bait and switch – Woman allegedly switched, stole rings from NJ Costco stores
Bait and switch – Woman allegedly switched, stole rings from NJ Costco stores
Bait and switch – Woman allegedly switched, stole rings from NJ Costco stores
Bait and switch – Woman allegedly switched, stole rings from NJ Costco stores
Police say a woman from Nutley has been arrested after allegedly committing what is determined to be a bait and switch related incident involving a $28,000 ring at two different Costco stores.Police say a woman from Nutley has been arrested after allegedly committing what is determined to be a bait and switch related incident involving a $28,000 ring at two different Costco stores.Officials: 19 arrested in connection to drug trafficking ring in Monmouth County
Officials: 19 arrested in connection to drug trafficking ring in Monmouth County
Officials: 19 arrested in connection to drug trafficking ring in Monmouth County
Officials: 19 arrested in connection to drug trafficking ring in Monmouth County
Officials say 19 people have been arrested in connection to a drug trafficking ring in Monmouth County.Officials say 19 people have been arrested in connection to a drug trafficking ring in Monmouth County.‘I just wanted closure’: Arrest made in girl’s 1992 cold-case slaying
‘I just wanted closure’: Arrest made in girl’s 1992 cold-case slaying
A Monmouth County cold case has just been solved after more than 25 years.A Monmouth County cold case has just been solved after more than 25 years.Police: Suspect killed during 7-hour hostage situation in Newark
Police: Suspect killed during 7-hour hostage situation in Newark
Police: Suspect killed during 7-hour hostage situation in Newark
A SWAT team in Newark fatally shot a man who was holding a woman hostage at gunpoint following an hourslong standoff, officials say.
A SWAT team in Newark fatally shot a man who was holding a woman hostage at gunpoint following an hourslong standoff, officials say.
Investigators: Victim killed in Newark hit-and-run
Investigators: Victim killed in Newark hit-and-run
Stabbing death of Montclair woman is 3rd homicide this year
Stabbing death of Montclair woman is 3rd homicide this year
Prosecutors are investigating a fatal hit-and-run in Newark.
Prosecutors are investigating a fatal hit-and-run in Newark.
KIYC: Stakes could be high in Menendez corruption trial
KIYC: Stakes could be high in Menendez corruption trial
The stakes could potentially be high when U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez goes on trial next month for corruption. Not just here in New Jersey, but across the country.
The stakes could potentially be high when U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez goes on trial next month for corruption. Not just here in New Jersey, but across the country.
Neptune City resident Preston Taylor admits helping to dispose of missing friend Sarah Stern’s body
Childhood friend admits helping to dispose of missing woman’s body
Preston Taylor, 19, admitted to his role in the death and disappearance of Neptune City teen Sarah Stern.
A judge accepted a plea agreement Monday for one of two men accused in the death of missing 19-year-old Neptune City resident Sarah Stern, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office. Officials said Preston Taylor, 19, pleaded guilty in front of Monmouth County Judge Richard English.
A judge accepted a plea agreement Monday for one of two men accused in the death of missing 19-year-old Neptune City resident Sarah Stern, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office. Officials said Preston Taylor, 19, pleaded guilty in front of Monmouth County Judge Richard English.
Grand jury indicts Liam McAtasney in murder of missing Neptune City teen Sarah Stern
Grand jury indicts teen in murder of Sarah Stern
Liam McAtasney was indicted in the murder of missing Neptune City teen Sarah Stern.
A Monmouth County grand jury indicted a Neptune City teen in the murder of his former high school friend. Liam McAtasney is accused of killing his high school classmate Sarah Stern in December 2016.
A Monmouth County grand jury indicted a Neptune City teen in the murder of his former high school friend. Liam McAtasney is accused of killing his high school classmate Sarah Stern in December 2016.
Morris County officer faces sexual assault charges
Morris County officer faces sexual assault charges
A Rockaway Township police officer is facing charges for alleged interactions with two teenage girls. The prosecutor's office says Wilfredo Guzman is accused of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Investigators say he engaged in sexual acts with one girl between the ages of 16 and 17, and another who was 15. They say these incidents occurred multiple times during 2014 and 2015. Guzman is also accused of giving both girls alcohol and prescription pills.
A Rockaway Township police officer is facing charges for alleged interactions with two teenage girls. The prosecutor's office says Wilfredo Guzman is accused of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Investigators say he engaged in sexual acts with one girl between the ages of 16 and 17, and another who was 15. They say these incidents occurred multiple times during 2014 and 2015. Guzman is also accused of giving both girls alcohol and prescription pills.
Police investigate 5 shootings in Paterson over weekend
Police investigate 5 shootings in Paterson over weekend
Police say two teenagers were injured in a Paterson shooting Saturday night.
Police say two teenagers were injured in a Paterson shooting Saturday night.
Police: Dead body found in Cumberland County
Police: Dead body found in Cumberland County
State police say a dead body was found in Cumberland County just before 3:00 a.m. on Saturday.
State police say a dead body was found in Cumberland County just before 3:00 a.m. on Saturday.
State police say a dead body was found in Cumberland County just before 3:00 a.m. on Saturday.
2 arrested for allegedly selling synthetic marijuana that sickened dozens
2 arrested for allegedly selling synthetic marijuana that sickened dozens
Investigators say Quadeer Nelson and Kevin McKenzie distributed synthetic marijuana, also known as K2.
Two men were arrested after being accused of distributing drugs in Newark that left dozens of people ill.
Two men were arrested after being accused of distributing drugs in Newark that left dozens of people ill.
1 killed, 1 injured in Paterson shooting
1 killed, 1 injured in Paterson shooting
Paterson police say they are reportedly investigating a deadly shooting Friday night in Passaic County.
Paterson police say they are reportedly investigating a deadly shooting Friday night in Passaic County.
Paterson police say they are reportedly investigating a deadly shooting Friday night in Passaic County.
Police: No threat after bomb squad investigates suspicious packages
Police: No threat after bomb squad investigates suspicious packages
Police say there is no threat after the bomb squad was called in to investigate suspicious packages Saturday in Fair Lawn.
Police say there is no threat after the bomb squad was called in to investigate suspicious packages Saturday in Fair Lawn.
Police say there is no threat after the bomb squad was called in to investigate suspicious packages Saturday in Fair Lawn.
Prosecutor: David Creato, dad accused of son's death, spoke of wood spirit
Prosecutor: Dad accused of son's death spoke of wood spirit
David Creato appears in court soon after his 2015 arrest for allegedly killing his 3-year-old son Brendan.
Testimony began at the murder trial of a New Jersey father accused of killing his 3-year-old son because he had become an impediment to his relationship with a teenage girlfriend. During opening statements Thursday, the prosecution told jurors that David Creato, 23, was consumed with jealousy when he killed his 3-year-old son Brendan.
Testimony began at the murder trial of a New Jersey father accused of killing his 3-year-old son because he had become an impediment to his relationship with a teenage girlfriend. During opening statements Thursday, the prosecution told jurors that David Creato, 23, was consumed with jealousy when he killed his 3-year-old son Brendan.
Hopatcong man who blew air horn in bunny suit at police pleads guilty
Man who blew air horn in bunny suit at police pleads guilty
Kevin Hemmerich (left) pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct.
A Sussex County man who wore a bunny costume and blew an air horn inside a police station has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct. The judge also ordered a police officer charged with striking him in Hopatcong last November to stand trial July 6.
A Sussex County man who wore a bunny costume and blew an air horn inside a police station has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct. The judge also ordered a police officer charged with striking him in Hopatcong last November to stand trial July 6.
Police called to Elizabeth motel for shooting
Police called to Elizabeth motel for shooting
A shooting was reported just after midnight Wednesday at Spring Lane Motel on Spring Street in Elizabeth.
Authorities were called to a motel in Elizabeth early Wednesday morning for a reported shooting, officials said.
Authorities were called to a motel in Elizabeth early Wednesday morning for a reported shooting, officials said.
Hudson County officials want changes to bail reform law to keep dangerous criminals locked up
Hudson County officials want changes to bail reform law
Some law enforcement officials in Hudson County say they would like to see some changes made to New Jersey’s bail reform law after dozens of criminals were released back onto the streets.
Some law enforcement officials in Hudson County say they would like to see some changes made to New Jersey’s bail reform law after dozens of criminals were released back onto the streets.
Police: Man arrested after standoff with Tinton Falls police had outstanding warrants
Police: Man arrested after standoff had outstanding warrant
Monmouth County authorities were in a standoff for several hours with a Tinton Falls man who refused to leave his home.
Monmouth County authorities were in a standoff for several hours with a Tinton Falls man who refused to leave his home.
A man who barricaded himself inside a Tinton Falls home for several hours had an outstanding warrant against him for aggravated assault and possession of a weapon, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office.
A man who barricaded himself inside a Tinton Falls home for several hours had an outstanding warrant against him for aggravated assault and possession of a weapon, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office.
Men accused in Jersey City double shooting that killed teen, injured girl, plead not guilty
Men accused in Jersey City double shooting plead not guilty
Corey Pickett, 21, and Jonathan Ferrera, 21, pleaded not guilty in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man and shooting of a 10-year-old girl in Jersey City.
The two men accused in a shooting that left a 19-year-old dead and a 10-year-old girl hurt pleaded not guilty to the crime. Corey Pickett, 21, and Jonathan Ferrera, 21, are charged in the murder of Jimmy Gregory and the attempted murder of a 10-year-old Riayna Albright, who was caught in the gunfire.
The two men accused in a shooting that left a 19-year-old dead and a 10-year-old girl hurt pleaded not guilty to the crime. Corey Pickett, 21, and Jonathan Ferrera, 21, are charged in the murder of Jimmy Gregory and the attempted murder of a 10-year-old Riayna Albright, who was caught in the gunfire.
Prosecutor: Man charged for killing mother, critically injuring father in Bridgewater
Prosecutor: Man charged for killing mom, critically injuring dad
A 27-year-old Bridgewater man is facing charges for allegedly stabbing his mother to death, and critically injuring his father on Monday. Michael Litwornia was charged with homicide and aggravated assault.
A 27-year-old Bridgewater man is facing charges for allegedly stabbing his mother to death, and critically injuring his father on Monday. Michael Litwornia was charged with homicide and aggravated assault.
Man accused of dumping body to appear in court; search continues for accomplice
Man accused of dumping body to appear in court
The man who is accused of dumping a woman's body in the median of Route 22 in Branchburg is expected in court as police continue to search for his alleged accomplice.
The man who is accused of dumping a woman's body in the median of Route 22 in Branchburg is expected in court as police continue to search for his alleged accomplice.
