Police: Red Bank man threatened with gun, doused in gasoline during assault

Authorities say Jose Hernandez-Ruano, 23, approached the victim Tuesday on Bank Street and began an argument with him.

News 12 Staff

Feb 13, 2025, 11:00 AM

Updated 2 hr ago

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A man accused of attacking a Red Bank resident in his own backyard last week is facing numerous charges, according to police.
Authorities say Jose Hernandez-Ruano, 23, approached the victim Tuesday on Bank Street and began an argument with him.
Hernandez-Ruano then allegedly struck him with a metal object, poured gasoline on him and threatened him with a handgun.
Police say the man was treated at a hospital and later released.
The charges against the suspect include possessing and providing a false identification, hindering his apprehension, aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for unlawful use and unlawful possession of a weapon.