Harvey Weinstein Faces Los Angeles County Court

 TEN OF ELEVEN CHARGES AGAINST HARVEY WEINSTEIN UPHELD 

     " At Harvey Weinstein's Defense Hearing On Thursday, July 29, 2021, One Of The Cases Was Dismissed Because Seems To Be Beyond The Statute Of Limitations."

July 31, 2021 By Englebrook Independent News,

LOS ANGELES, CA.- A Judge heard arguments from the defense team of Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, trying to dismiss some of the new eleven cases against him. Weinstein was indicted last March on sex related counts, which involved five women that allegedly occurred between 2004 and 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

     Weinstein's defense team argued that three of the criminal charges do not appear to fall within the applicable statute of limitations. On a technicality, one of the charges has been thrown out, though the prosecution is expected refile the charge against him. Mark Werksman, one of Weinstein's attorneys, believes Weinstein will be acquitted, if he receives a fair trial.

     Weinstein was extradited from a New York State Prison on July 20, 2021, where he is serving a Twenty-Three Prison Sentence for raping an aspiring actress and forcing oral sex on a former film production assistant, to California to face more charges.

     The 69-Year-Old Weinstein plead not guilty to eleven counts of Sexual Assault. According to the Los Angeles District Attorney, Weinstein if convicted on all of the counts against him faces 140 Years to Life in California State Prison.

     What ahead, whether Weinstein is acquitted or not on the California Charges, Weinstein's future seems certain. Upon proceedings in California, he will be returned to New York to finish his sentence. Even if Weinstein is granted parole on the New York charges, Weinstein will be well into his late 80's when he is released.

FILED UNDER JULY 31, 2021: NATIONAL:    

Pemberton New Jersey Drug Dealer Indicted

A PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP NEW JERSEY DRUG DEALER HAS BEEN INDICTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE FATAL OVERDOSE OF A 27-YEAR-OLD WOMAN

     " Antoine Crawley, 35, Of Pemberton, New Jersey, Indicted On Charges of Strict Liability For Drug Induced Death For The Fatal Drug Overdose Of A 27-Year-Old Pemberton Customer."

July 31, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Friday, July 30, 2021 Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a Grand Jury sitting in Burlington County has returned an indictment against a Pemberton Township Drug Dealer for causing the death of a Pemberton Township woman who Fatally Overdosed two years ago on Fentanyl she purchased from him.

     A Grand Jury Charged Antoine Crawley, 35, from the Sunbury Village section of the Township, with First Degree Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Death; Third Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance; Third Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with Intent to Distribute; and Third Degree Distribution of a Controlled Dangerous Substance. 

     The indictment was returned on Thursday, June 24, 2021 and signed by Prosecutor Coffina. Crawley pled not guilty during an arraignment in Superior Court earlier this week. He is presently lodged in the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, New Jersey and awaiting trial.

     Crawley’s co-defendant, Danielle Knight, 42, of Wrightstown, New Jersey has pled guilty to First Degree Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Death  and is awaiting sentencing. She has been released on her own recognizance.

     The investigation began on August 19, 2019, after Brittney Wallace, 27, was found unconscious and unresponsive by her parents in the bathroom at the family’s residence. She was taken to Capital Health at Deborah – Emergency Services, where she was later pronounced dead.

     An autopsy performed by Burlington County Medical Examiner Dr. Ian Hood determined that Wallace died of Fentanyl Toxicity. The fentanyl level in her system was more than five times the lethal dose. The investigation revealed that Knight instructed Crawley to deliver drugs to Wallace at her residence.

     Crawley was also indicted last month in a separate case with two co-defendants on drug possession charges stemming from an incident where an officer found heroin and cocaine in their vehicle during a traffic stop early last year in New Hanover Township, New Jersey.

     Crawley and Knight are being prosecuted by Assistant Prosecutor Jeremy Lackey. The case was investigated by detectives from the Pemberton Township Police Department, with assistance from the Prosecutor’s Office Gang, Gun and Narcotics Task Force and K-9 Officer Ringo from the Burlington County Sheriff’s Department. The lead investigator is Pemberton Township Detective Joshua Danka.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 31, 2021: LAW, BURLINGTON: 

Palisades Park New Jersey Man Charged With Murder

PALISADES PARK NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE STABBING DEATH OF A 37-YEAR-OLD PALISADES PARK MAN

     " Jose M. Rivera Mes, 29, Of Palisades Park New Jersey Has Been Arrested In Maryland On Charges Of Murder & Weapons Offenses From Bergen County New Jersey."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PALISADES PARK, NJ.- On Friday, July 30, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Jose M. Rivera Mes, 29, Palisades Park, New Jersey on Charges of Murder, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Palisades Park Police Department under the direction of Officer in Charge Captain Shawn Lee.

     On Monday, July 26, 2021, at approximately 7:11 p.m. Members of The Palisades Park Police Department responded to a stabbing in an open area adjacent to 201 Roosevelt Avenue, Palisades Park, NJ. The victim, 37-year-old Danilo Gonzalez-Flores of Palisades Park, was transported to Hackensack University Medical Center in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries. 

     An investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Palisades Park Police Department revealed that Jose M. Rivera Mes stabbed Danilo Gonzalez-Flores with a kitchen knife.

     On Thursday, July 29, 2021, Jose M. Rivera Mes was located in Maryland, where he was arrested and Charged with One Count of First Degree Murder; One Count of Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and One Count of Fourth Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. 

     Rivera Mes was remanded to Prince George County Jail in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, pending extradition to New Jersey.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Bergen County New Jersey 2021 National Night Out

BERGEN COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S SUPPORTS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

     " Tuesday, August 3, 2021 Bergen County Will Celebrate National Night Out."

July 30, 2021 Public Service Announcement By Englebrook Independent News,

HACKENSACK, NJ.- The evening of Tuesday, August 3, 2021, will be celebrated nationally as America’s night out against crime. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood rapport to make neighborhoods safer, better places to live. Many Bergen County towns will offer family friendly activities, food, and informational giveaways.

     At this year’s events, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office will launch the Dog Walker Watch program. This program was created by the National Association of Town Watch and encourages local residents to assist law enforcement as extra eyes and ears while out walking their dogs. The program enhances the partnership between police and community while providing resources for neighbors to be more aware and to learn how to effectively observe and report suspicious activity. Anyone who signs up as a program participant will receive a bright red Dog Walker Watch bandana for their dog.

     “National Night Out is a valuable opportunity for us to engage with local residents and share the important work being done by the BCPO as well as prevention and safety messages,” said Prosecutor Mark Musella. “This year, we are pleased to launch the Dog Walker Watch program to enhance communication between law enforcement and community members and create safer neighborhoods.”

     Representatives from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office will join local police departments in Englewood, Palisades Park, Paramus, Ridgefield, Rochelle Park and Saddle Brook at the following locations:

     Englewood – 6 to 10pm in Mackay Park, 130 West Englewood Ave Palisades Park – 5:30 to 8pm at Swim Club, 200 Roosevelt Place Paramus – 5 to 7pm at Public Library, 116 East Century Road Ridgefield – 6 to 8pm at Veterans Field, 554 Shaler Blvd Rochelle Park – 6 to 9pm at Midland School, 300 Rochelle Ave Saddle Brook – 6 to 9pm at Municipal Complex, 55 Mayhill Street.

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LOCAL, COMMUNITY HUB, BERGEN:

 

 

2021 National Night Out Bergen County

 BERGEN COUNTY 2021 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT LAUNCHES NEW PROGRAM 

     " Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella & The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Launches, Dog Walker Watch."

July 30, 2021 Public Service Announcement By: Englebrook Independent News,

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LOCAL, COMMUNITY HUB, BERGEN:

Passaic New Jersey Man Arrested On Charges Out Of Bergen County

PASSAIC NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED IN ATLANTA GEORGIA ON CHARGES OF SEXUAL OFFENSES FROM BERGEN COUNTY

     " Taquan Jackson, 43, Of Passaic, New Jersey Has Been Charged In Connection With The Alleged Sexual Assault Of A Minor In Garfield, New Jersey."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

GARFIELD, NJ.- On Friday, July 30, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Taquan Jackson, 33, of Passaic, New Jersey on Charges of Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and The Garfield Police Department under the direction of Chief Raymond Kovach.

     On Sunday, July 25, 2021, The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit received information from the Garfield Police Department regarding the Sexual Assault of a female in Garfield, New Jersey. An investigation revealed that Taquan Jackson had sexually assaulted the minor victim and had left the area.

     As a result of the investigation, on Sunday, July 25, 2021, a warrant was issued for the arrest of Taquan Jackson, charging him with One Count of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault; Cne count of Second Degree Sexual Assault; and One Count of Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. 

     On Tuesday, July 27, 2021, JACKSON was apprehended in Atlanta, Georgia and was remanded to the Atlanta, Georgia City Jail pending extradition to Bergen County, NJ. His first appearance will be in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, NJ.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Bridgeton New Jersey Man Arrested

43-YEAR-OLD BRIDGETON NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED ON CHARGES OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY OFFENSES

      " Germain Angel, 43, Of Bridgeton, New Jersey Charged With Distribution & Possession Of Child Pornography."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

BRIDGETON, NJ.- On Friday, July 30, 2021 Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae announced that as a result of an ongoing investigation by the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office’s Major Crimes Unit, Germain Angel, 43, of Bridgeton, New Jersey, was arrested on Tuesday, July 27th, 2021 and charged with the Possession and Distribution of Child Pornography. Mr. Angel is currently lodged in the Cumberland County Jail.

     Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Unit at 856-453-0486 or submit a 100% anonymous TIP by visiting ccpo.tips or www.njccpo.org/tips.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, CUMBERLAND:  

BREAKING: Hudson County Authorities Seeks Public's Help

HUDSON COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE SEEKS PUBLIC'S HELP IN LOCATING SUSPECT WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH FATAL SHOOTING

     " Mark Stewart, 26, Of Jersey City, New Jersey Charged With Aggravated Manslaughter & Weapons Offenses In Connection With The Fatal Shooting Death Of A 30-Year-Old Jersey City Woman."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Friday, July 30, 2021 The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating the whereabouts of the suspect wanted in connection with the death of 30-year-old Felicia Stewart, who was fatally shot on Grant Avenue off of Martin Luther King Drive in Jersey City on Tuesday, July 27, 2021.

     Mark Stewart, 26, of Jersey City, has been charged with First Degree Aggravated Manslaughter; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon (firearm) for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (firearm).

     On Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Grant Avenue and Martin Luther King Drive in Jersey City. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 30-year-old female victim – later identified as Felicia Stewart – who had sustained gunshot wounds to her back and was transported to the Jersey City Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased at 2:02 a.m. The Regional Medical Examiner determined the cause of death to be a gunshot wound to the abdomen and the manner of death to be homicide. There is no known familial relationship between the victim and the suspect.

Anyone who sees Mark Stewart should not approach him, but should immediately contact police. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Office of the Hudson County Prosecutor at 201- 915-1345 or to leave an anonymous tip on the Prosecutor’s Office official website at http://hudsoncountyprosecutorsofficenj.org/homicide-tip/. All information will be kept confidential.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, HUDSON:

 

Roselle New Jersey Man On Charges Out Of Hudson County

ROSELLE NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED ON FORGERY CHARGES IN CONNECTION WITH PRODUCTION OF FRAUDULENT NJ TEMPORARY LICENSE PLATES

     " Eric Haye, 28, Of Roselle, New Jersey Has Been Charged With Forgery Of Government Documents By Port Of Authority Of New York & New Jersey Authorities."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Friday, July 30, 2021 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced On Thursday, July 29, 2021, at approximately 8:25 a.m., Police Officers for The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Office of the Inspector General arrested a Roselle resident for the possession and sale of fraudulent temporary New Jersey vehicle “Paper Tag” license plates.

     Eric Haye, age 28, was arrested at his residence on Georges Place in Roselle, New Jersey after multiple sales of the Fraudulent Paper Tags to undercover officers. A search of Haye’s vehicle and residence recovered a printer, cell phone, computer and stock paper.

     Haye has been charged with Three Counts of Third Degree Forgery; Three Counts of Fourth Degree Possession of False Government Documents; and One Count of Third Degree Conspiracy to Commit Forgery.

     Following his arrest, Mr. Haye was transported to a Port Authority Police Department facility for processing on the charges. He is scheduled to make his first appearance in Hudson County Central Judicial Processing Court on August 18, 2021.

     This undercover investigation, initiated by the Port Authority Office of Inspector General, in conjunction with the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, is part of an ongoing response to an increase of abuses of Temporary License Plates that is targeting the sellers of the Fraudulent Paper Tags.

     The use of fraudulent Paper Tags has become a common recourse for criminals looking to mask their identities. Current investigations of Drug-Traffickers, Terrorists, Gang Members and Organized Theft Rings have all seen a rise in the use of these Fraudulent Paper Tags.

     "For anyone looking to sell fake license tags online, the message is clear,” said Acting PA-OIG Inspector General Michael Farbiarz. “The ‘customer’ you think you’re dealing with could well be a Port Authority Office of the Inspector General undercover officer and instead of making a few bucks, you could end up under arrest. Don’t do it.”

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, HUDSON, PORT AUTHORITY: 

Atlantic City Drug Dealer Indicted

ATLANTIC CITY DRUG DEALER INDICTED IN CONNECTION WITH FATAL OVERDOSE IN BURLINGTON COUNTY

     " Kahlil Carpenter Of Atlantic City, New Jersey Indicted On The Charge Of Strict Liability For Drug Induced Death Of A 37-Year-Old Evesham Township Woman."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ.- On Thursday, July 29, 2021 Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a Grand Jury sitting in Burlington County has returned an Indictment  against an Atlantic City Drug Dealer for the death of a 37-year-old woman who fatally overdosed two years ago in Evesham Township on fentanyl-laced heroin he sold to her the day before she died.

     The Grand Jury charged Kahlil Carpenter, 30 of Atlantic City, New Jersey with First Degree Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Death; Third Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance; Third Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with Intent to Distribute; and Third Degree Distribution of a Controlled Dangerous Substance. 

      The indictment was returned on Friday, July 16, 2021, and was signed by Prosecutor Coffina. An arraignment will be held soon in Superior Court. Carpenter is presently lodged in the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, New Jersey.

     The investigation began on December 14, 2019, after Members of The Evesham Township Police Department responded to Inverness Circle for a report of an unconscious and unresponsive female. Upon arrival, Police Officers entered the home and found the decedent, Holly Morris, in her bed.

     An autopsy performed by Burlington County Medical Examiner Dr. Ian Hood determined she died from Fentanyl Toxicity, with levels in her system five times greater than the amount necessary to cause death. 

     The investigation determined that Ms. Morris had met Mr. Carpenter in Lumberton Township the previous day to purchase the drugs.

     The case was presented to the grand jury by Assistant Prosecutor Michael Angermeier, supervisor of the BCPO Gang, Gun and Narcotics Task Force. The case was investigated by the Evesham Township Police Department.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, BURLINGTON: First Published July 30, 2021, 10:32 a.m. 2021 Englebrook Media Group, LLP. All Rights Reserved: This Material May Not Be Published, Broadcast, Rewritten, Or Redistributed Without Prior Written Consent.

 

Paterson New Jersey Man Arrested

A 26-YEAR-OLD PATERSON NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH TELEPHONE SCAM

     " Raymond Jacquez, 26, Of Paterson, New Jersey Arrested On Charges Of Defrauding Senior Citizens In Telephone Bail Scam."

July 30, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Thursday, July 29, 2021 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced the arrest of Raymond Jacquez, 26, of Paterson, New Jersey, on One Count of Third Degree Conspiracy to Commit Theft by Deception; One Count of Second Degree Conspiracy to Commit Impersonation; and One Count of Second Degree Insurance Fraud. 

     The arrest was made by the Financial Crimes and Insurance Fraud Unit of the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office.

     Mr. Jaquez is alleged to be the leader of a network which committed telephone bail scams in Florida, Maryland, Vermont, and Washington State. Victims received telephone calls from someone claiming to be a relative who was arrested, or a lawyer working for the relative. The victims were urgently asked to wire money to a bank account in Paterson, New Jersey to post bail for the relative. 

     The scam resulted in numerous senior citizens wiring tens of thousands of dollars to bank accounts controlled by Jaquez and his co-conspirators. The victims later found out that the story was fictitious and their relative was not in jail. In an unrelated scheme, Jaquez is also charged with making a fraudulent insurance claim in connection with an automobile accident.

     These investigations remain active and ongoing. More information may be released once it becomes available. Senior citizens are cautioned not to send money to unknown third parties without checking directly with relatives. 

     The sentencing exposure, if convicted on Second Degree Offenses is Five to Ten Years in New Jersey State Prison, and on Third Degree Offences is Three to Five Years in New Jersey State Prison.

The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about these incidents to contact them at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 30, 2021: LAW, PASSAIC: First Published July 30, 2021, 9:37 a.m. 2021 Englebrook Media Group, LLP. All Rights Reserved: This Material May Not Be Published, Broadcast, Rewritten Or Redistributed Without Prior Written Consent.

 

Paterson New Jersey Man Arrested

PATERSON MAN ARRESTED ON CHARGES OF  AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD

     " Noe Hernandez-Quintana Has Been Charged With Alleged Sexual Assault Of A Child In Passaic, New Jersey."

July 29, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PASSAIC, NJ.- On Thursday, July 29, 2021 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced the arrest of Noe Hernandez-Quintana, 37 years old, from Paterson, New Jersey. Mr. Hernandez-Quintana was arrested on July 28, 2021 after an investigation conducted by the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit.

     Mr. Hernandez-Quintana is charged with One Count of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault; One Count of Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child; and One Count of Third Degree Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact. 

     On June 7, 2021 the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office received information from the Division of Child Protection and Permanency that a fifteen-year-old child disclosed being sexually abused by Mr. Hernandez-Quintana when the child was fourteen and fifteen years old. Special Victims Unit detectives interviewed the victim and multiple witnesses. The investigation revealed that Mr. Hernandez-Quintana sexually abused the victim on multiple occasions at a residence in Passaic between 2019 and 2020.

     The sentencing exposure on first degree Aggravated Sexual Assault is Ten to Twenty years in New Jersey State Prison, with 85% Term of Service before Parole eligibility pursuant to the No Early Release Act; on Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child it is Five to Ten years in New Jersey State Prison; and on Third Degree Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact it is Three to Five years in New Jersey State Prison. If convicted, Mr. Hernandez-Quintana is subject to Parole Supervision for Life and Megan’s Law registration requirements.

     Mr. Hernandez-Quintana is presently detained at the Passaic County Jail. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office has filed a motion for the pretrial detention of the defendant which will be heard before a Superior Court Judge on a date and time to be determined by the court.

     The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident or other incidents regarding this individual to contact us on our tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 29, 2021: LAW, PASSAIC:

Phillipsburg New Jersey Man Sentenced To State Prison

A PHILLIPSBURG NEW JERSEY MAN HAS BEEN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON IN CONNECTION WITH SEXUAL ASSAULT OFFENSES IN FEBRUARY, 2020

     " Christopher Vielam, 32, Of Phillipsburg, New Jersey Has Been Sentenced To 17 Years In Prison For Sexual Assault Charges On Two Minors."

July 29, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

BELVIDERE, NJ.- On Thursday, July 29, 2021 Warren County Prosecutor James L. Pfeiffer announced that Christopher Vielam, 32, of Phillipsburg, New Jersey has been sentenced to New Jersey State Prison on charges involving the Sexual Assault of two juveniles in February, 2020.

     On Friday, July 23, 2021, The Honorable H. Matthew Curry sentenced Christopher Vielam to Seventeen Years in New Jersey State Prison with Seventeen Years of Parole Ineligibility pursuant to The Jessica Lunsford Act, and Ten Years in New Jersey State Prison subject to The No Early Release Act. Both sentences will run concurrently with each other. 

     Upon service of his term of incarceration, Mr. Vielam will be subject to Megan's Law Registration Requirements and Parole Supervision for Life.

     These convictions are the result of the joint undertaking by The Phillipsburg Police Department, The Warren County Prosecutor's Office, and The Hunterdon Prosecutor's Office.

     The investigation into the Sexual Assaults began in February, 2020. The Assaults occurred in Phillipsburg and Flemington, New Jersey. The first victim was between the ages of Ten and Fourteen, and the second victim was between the ages of Twelve and Fourteen.

FILED UNDER JULY 29, 2021: LAW, WARREN: First Published July 29, 2021, 1:08 p.m. 2021 Englebrook Media Group, LLP. All Rights Reserved: This Material May Not Be Published, Broadcast, Rewritten, Or Redistributed Without Prior Written Consent.

   

Arrest Made In Trenton Homicide

MERCER COUNTY HOMICIDE TASK FORCE MAKES ARREST IN CONNECTION WITH JULY 14, 2021 SHOOTING DEATH IN TRENTON NEW JERSEY

     Blake Pittman Of Trenton, New Jersey Has Been Charged With Murder & Weapons Offenses In Connection With July 14, 2021 Homicide On North Stockton Street In Trenton, New Jersey."

July 29, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

TRENTON, NJ.- On Thursday, July 29, 2021 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri reported today that an investigation by the Mercer County Homicide Task Force has led to the arrest of a Trenton man for the recent shooting death of 53-year-old Pablo Herrera Chun.

     Blake Pittman, 29, was arrested without incident Wednesday morning in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, by members of The Mercer County Homicide Task Force, The U.S. Marshals NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force and The Bensalem Police Department. Pittman has been Charged with One Count of First Degree murder, One Count of Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, One Count of Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and One Count of Second-Degree Certain Persons Not to Possess a Weapon. Pittman is being held in Bucks County pending an extradition hearing.

     On Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at approximately 8:40 p.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area of 43 N. Stockton Street. Upon arrival, Police Officers located the victim, later identified as Pablo Herrera Chun, suffering from two gunshot wounds. Herrera Chun was immediately transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

     The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call Mercer County Homicide Task Force Detective Karl Johnston at (609) 989-6406. Information can also be emailed to mchtftips@mercercounty.org

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States, The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 29, 2021: LAW, MERCER:

Seaside Heights Man Charged

A SEASIDES HEIGHTS MAN HAS BEEN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER IN CONNECTION WITH A STABBING INCIDENT ON MONDAY JULY 26, 2021

     " Michael Stallworth Of Seaside Heights, New Jersey Has Been Charged With Attempted Murder & Weapons Offenses In Connection With Stabbing Incident In Brick Township."

July 28, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Wednesday, July 28, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Brick Township Chief of Police James Riccio announced that on July 26, 2021, Michael Stallworth, 37, of Seaside Heights, was charged with Attempted Murder; Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, in connection to a stabbing incident that occurred in Brick Township on July 26, 2021.

     On July 26, 2021, at approximately 4:00 p.m., Officers of the Brick Township Police Department responded to the parking lot of the ShopRite on Route 70 in Brick in response to a male victim having been stabbed in the parking lot. Responding Officers found a 44-year-old male victim with apparent stab wounds to his back. The victim was transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune for treatment of his injuries, where he is reported to be in critical but stable condition. 

     An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Brick Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, has resulted in Stallworth being identified as the individual who stabbed the victim and caused his injuries. Stallworth has not yet been apprehended, and is presently considered a fugitive from justice.

     The investigation further revealed that Kareem Reeves, 32, of Lakewood, removed Stallworth’s vehicle from the ShopRite parking lot after the stabbing in an apparent effort to hinder Stallworth’s apprehension. As such, Reeves was charged with Hindering; he was arrested and transported to the Ocean County Jail, where he is currently lodged pending a detention hearing.

     “Stallworth is encouraged to turn himself in; a warrant has been issued for his arrest and his name has been entered in the National Crime Information Center database. Anyone with information concerning Stallworth’s whereabouts – or any information at all regarding this investigation - is urged to contact Detective Lindsay Woodfield of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-929-2027, extension 3989, or Detective Michael Bennett of the Brick Township Police Department at 732-262-1122,” Prosecutor Billhimer stated.

Prosecutor Billhimer and Chief Riccio acknowledge the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Brick Township Police Department Detective Bureau and Patrol Division, Lakewood Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty."

FILED UNDER JULY 28, 2021: LAW, OCEAN:

Disinformation Dozen

FACEBOOK'S DISINFORMATION DOZEN ARE FLOURISHING ACROSS SOCIAL MEDIA

     " Disinformation Across Social Media Is Being Spread, Analysis Found, By A Small Number Of Accounts Are Still Active On Platforms."

July 28, 2021 By Englebrook Independent News, 

WASHINGTON, DC.- All except two of the twelve social media personalities dubbed the " Disinformation Dozen" are still active on at least one of the major platforms on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and boast a combined six million followers.

     The dozen were named by The Center for Countering Digital Hate as those intentionally peddling the most viral false information about vaccines and covid-19 online, in a study released in March, 2021 and later cited by The Biden Administration.

     The Center for Countering Digital Hate urged social media companies to shut down accounts linked to the twelve but, despite several being removed, a majority are still active. As of July 25, 2021 accounts linked to the dozen still had a combined 520,000 followers on Instagram, 830,000 on Twitter, and 4.7 million on Facebook.

     Reason may be that the content they share may have changed. Two of the three most popular of the dozen appear to have stepped away from posting covid and vaccines in recent months, after being hit with suspensions or a ban on smaller accounts.

     Facebook says it has acted already, but pressure remains on them to act more decisively and absolutely in response to disinformation.

FILED UNDER JULY 28, 2021: NATIONAL, LOCAL: 

Cuba Blames The U.S.

CUBA'S FOREIGN MINISTER BLAMES THE UNITED STATES AFTER PARIS EMBASSY ATTACK

     " Cuba Has Laid The Blame For An Attack On Their Embassy In Paris At The Doors Of The White House As Tensions Between The Two Countries Continues To Deteriorate."

July 28, 2021 By Englebrook Independent News,

PARIS, FRANCE - Cuba's response to three gas bombs being thrown at their Embassy in Paris has been unequivocally damning of The United States, with Foreign Minister Burno Rodriguez holding White House rhetoric in the recent week responsible.

     Rodriguez in a tweet on Tuesday said, " I hold The U.S. Government responsible for its continuous campaigns against our country that encourages these behaviors and for calls for violence, with impunity, from its territory."

     Cuba's worsing economic crisis and protests on the streets demanding change earlier this month prompted the U.S. to ramp up condemnation of the country's rulers, encouraging Cubans to Continue.

     As recently as Monday, The U.S. and 20 other countries called on the regime to "respect the universal rights and freedoms of the Cuban people" which has bound to anger leaders of a country who believe they are unfair target of " Economic Asphyxiation," as described by President Diaz-Canel.

     Meanwhile, France has condemned the attack and has opened an investigation to identify the people responsible. The State Department declined comment.

     Since the protests two weeks ago, dozens of activists and journalists have been arrested, and at least one person has been killed. The regime's grip on power is clenching tighter, while the objection from The U.S. and Allies grows louder.

FILED UNDER JULY 28, 2021: WORLD, NATIONAL:  

Middletown New York Man Charged In Bergen County

A 22-YEAR-OLD MIDDLETOWN NEW YORK MAN HAS BEEN CHARGED BY BERGEN COUNTY AUTHORITIES

     " Travoy Wardlow Of Middletown, New York Has Been Charged With Alleged Sexual Offenses & Simple Assault."

July 28, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

HACKENSACK, NJ.- On Tuesday, July 27, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Travoy Wardlow, 22, of Middletown, New York on sexual assault charges. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love, the Hackensack Police Department under the direction of Officer In Charge Captain Darrin DeWitt and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department under the direction of Sheriff Anthony Cureton. 

     On Saturday, July 24, 2021, the Hackensack Police Department received multiple 911 calls reporting that a woman was being attacked on the street in Hackensack, New Jersey by an unknown assailant. The Hackensack Police responded and with the assistance of witnesses and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Unit, the suspect was located blocks away from the scene of the attack hiding in a backyard. At that time, he was taken into custody and was positively identified as Travoy Wardlow. 

     The victim was interviewed at the scene and disclosed that she was sexually assaulted during the attack. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit was contacted and responded along with the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department Bureau of Criminal Investigations. 

     As a result of the investigation, Travoy Wardlow was charged by the Hackensack Police Department with One Count of Second Degree Sexual Assault; One Count of Fourth Degree Criminal Sexual Contact; and One Count of Simple Assault, a Disorderly Persons Offense. Wardlow was remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Are Merely Accusations And The Defendant And Or Defendants Are Presumed Innocent Unless And Until Proven Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt."

FILED UNDER JULY 28, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Bergen County "We Care For Our Seniors"

BERGEN COUNTY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TASK FORCE ANNOUNCES SENIOR CITIZENS RESOURCE INITIATIVE 

     " Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Community Engagement Division Conducted A Week-Long Senior Citizen Resource Initiative."

  July 28, 2021 By Art Fletcher & Leo Madison Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

HACKENSACK, NJ.- On Tuesday, July 27, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella is pleased to announce a week-long senior citizen resource initiative titled, “We Care for Our Seniors” that was organized by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Community Engagement Division in partnership with the Bergen County Community Engagement Task Force. The initiative took place from Sunday, July 18 through Saturday, July 24, 2021.

     The CETF is a network of Bergen County police officers who are focused on building firm and sustainable relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve through engagement. These officers host programs and initiatives intended to improve public safety, increase communication, share resources, and build trust.

     Fifty-one Bergen County police departments participated in this week-long initiative, which was focused on addressing current crime trends targeting senior communities. Officers used creative ways to reach out to seniors, such as picking up expired medical prescriptions from senior homes and facilities; hosting meet and greets with senior groups and clubs, as well as coffees, cookouts, and lunches; handing out newsletters; teaching basic self-defense classes; and discussing the importance of physical and mental fitness. CETF members focused on raising awareness and educating seniors on how to avoid becoming the victim of increasingly prevalent IRS, social security, bail, grandparent, romance, utility worker, and distraction scams. 

     The “We Care for Our Seniors” initiative was organized because cases of fraud continue to rise, and seniors have been an increasingly vulnerable target due to Covid19 related isolation. In New Jersey, during 2020 and the first half of 2021, more than 300 senior fraud cases were reported to law enforcement, costing our seniors at least $2.9 million. 

     There are a few tips we recommend following and sharing with those around you, but most importantly: slow down, ask questions, contemplate the situation, and trust your instincts. 

     • Limit the amount of private information you give out. Scammers search Facebook, Instagram, and other networks for family information they can use to fool you. • Ask questions of any strange caller to verify their identity. • Hang up and call any family member allegedly involved in an emergency to verify the story. Scammers often plead with you to keep the emergency a secret so you won’t try to confirm it. • If you speak to someone who claims to be a police officer, call the police department to verify the person’s identity and any information they’ve given you. • Verify the identity of any individual who shows up at your home before speaking with them. Don’t hesitate to call the company to verify they have sent a representative to your home.

     If you or a loved one is already the victim of a scam, we encourage you to:

     • Contact law enforcement. This will help you determine whether you are a victim, and they may be able to assist you in recouping any lost funds. • Close or cancel any compromised accounts. Act quickly to mitigate financial loss by immediately contacting your bank, credit card company, or other financial institution. • Request a copy of your credit report. Get a free copy from a credit bureau and freeze your credit if necessary. Be sure to dispute any fraudulent or inaccurate information. • Request copies of documents or supporting evidence related to the potential fraud. 

     If you or a loved one is being scammed, call 911, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Tip-line at 201-226-5532, or the National Elder Fraud Hotline (run by the US Department of Justice) 1-833-FRAUD (1-833-8311).

     Prosecutor Mark Musella would like to thank the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department and the Bergenfield, Bogota, Cliffside Park, Closter, Demarest, Dumont, East Rutherford, Edgewater, Elmwood Park, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, Fairview, Fort Lee, Franklin Lakes, Garfield, Glen Rock, Hackensack, Hasbrouck Heights, Haworth, Hillsdale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Leonia, Little Ferry, Lodi, Lyndhurst, Mahwah, Montvale, Moonachie, New Milford, North Arlington, Northvale, Oakland, Old Tappan, Oradell, Palisades Park, Paramus, Ramsey, Ridgefield, Ridgefield Park, Ridgewood, River Edge, Rivervale, Rochelle Park , Rutherford, Saddle Brook, South Hackensack, Teaneck, Waldwick, Washington Township, and Westwood Police Departments for their participation in this initiative.

    The public is encouraged to follow the CETF’s efforts on its website www.bcpo.net/CETF

FILED UNDER JULY 28, 2021: COMMUNITY HUB, LOCAL: