River Edge New Jersey Man Charged

RIVER EDGE MAN WHO OPERATED A PILL MILL PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER HAS BEEN CHARGED WITH NARCOTICS OFFENSES

     Mathew Testino Of River Edge, New Jersey Charged With Narcotics Distribution & Obtaining Controlled Substances By Fraud."

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

PARAMUS, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of Mathew Testino, 51, of River Edge, New Jersey on Drug-Related Offenses. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.

     During March 2021, an investigation initiated by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Task Force uncovered that Mr. Testino, a Nurse Practitioner who operated Bergen Neurology and Pain Management located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, New Jersey, and later at 480 Market Street, Suite 2, Saddle Brook, New Jersey was involved in Fraudulently Obtaining and Signing Prescriptions on approximately Thirty separate occasions for Substances including Oxycodone and Adderall. These prescriptions were subsequently filled, totaling several Thousand Fraudulently obtained Oxycodone and Adderall Pills.

     On Wednesday, October 27, 2021, Mr. Testino turned himself into The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office. Mr. Testino has been Charged with One Count of Second Degree Distribution of Oxycodone; Thirteen Counts of Third Degree Distribution of Adderall;  Eleven Counts of Third Degree Distribution of Oxycodone; One Count of Third Degree Obtaining a Controlled Dangerous Substance by Fraud; and One Count of Third Degree Uttering a Forged Document.

     Mr. Testino was processed on the Charges and remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 31, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Additional Arrest Made In Paterson Homicide

ADDITIONAL ARREST MADE IN CONNECTION TO THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 HOMICIDE AT 485 EAST 18th STREET PATERSON NEW JERSEY

     " Jaheem Glaze Of Hackensack, New Jersey Charged With Murder & Related Weapons Offenses In The Shooting Death Of Elijah Wilson Of Paterson, New Jersey."

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

PATERSON, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora announced that based upon an investigation by The Paterson Police Department, in conjunction with The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office and the United States Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force, Jaheem Glaze, 18, of  Hackensack, New Jersey was arrested on Friday,  October 29, 2021, in connection to the homicide that took place on September 11, 2021, at 485 East 18th Street in Paterson, New Jersey. 

     Mr. Glaze has been  Charged with First Degree Murder;  Second Degree Possession of a Handgun for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Handgun.

     On Saturday, September 11, 2021, at approximately 2:49 a.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of 485 East 18th Street in Paterson, New Jersey on a report of a shooting.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located the victim, Elijah Wilson, 20, of Paterson, lying on the corner of East 18th Street and Fulton Street with apparent gunshot wounds. Mr. Wilson was immediately transported to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 5:59 a.m.

     The subsequent investigation determined that Mr. Glaze was one of the individuals responsible for the Murder of Mr. Wilson. On September 25, 2021, Rasheed Thomas, 19, from Paterson, was also Arrested and Charged in the Murder of Mr. Wilson. Mr. Glaze was Arrested on October 29, 2021, at approximately 7:25 a.m. by Members of The Paterson Police Department, The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, and The United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force in East Orange, New Jersey. Glaze was captured without incident.

     If convicted, the crime of Murder has a Sentencing range from a minimum of Thirty Years up to Life Imprisonment; the crimes of Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, both have a Sentencing range of Five to Ten Years in Prison with Forty-Two Months to be served before parole eligibility.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact The Prosecutor's Office tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact the Paterson Police Detective Bureau at 973-321-1120.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 31, 2021: LAW, PASSAIC: 

West New York Man Succumbs To His Injuries

WEST NEW YORK NEW JERSEY HIT AND RUN VICTIM SUCCUMBS TO HIS INJURIES HE SUSTAINED ON OCTOBER 16 2021

     " After Being Struck By A Vehicle, Acxel Rubeni Pablo-Ajguejay Succumbs To His Injuries On Wednesday, October 27, 2021."

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

WEST NEW YORK, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced, the victim in the October 16, 2021 Hit and Run in the area of 58th Street and Boulevard East in West New York, New Jersey succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday, October 27, 2021.

     Acxel Rubeni Pablo Ajguejay, 51, of West New York was pronounced deceased just before 3:30 p.m., on Wednesday at The Jersey City Medical Center.

     On Friday, October 16, 2021, at approximately 8:00 p.m., Members of The West New York Police Department responded to the area of 58th Street and Boulevard East in West New York on a report of a single vehicle striking a pedestrian. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found one pedestrian with life-threatening injuries. After striking the victim, the vehicle fled the scene.

      The initial investigation by The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and The West New York Police Department, determined that a mid-size sedan struck a male victim while he was crossing Boulevard East near 58th Street. 

     The victim of the collision was immediately transported by Emergency Medical Services to Jersey City Medical Center where he underwent  treatment for Life-Threatening Injuries, until his death.

     The collision is being actively investigated by The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and The West New York Police Department. Anyone with information about the collision is asked to contact The Collision Unit at 201-915-1345 or to leave an anonymous tip on the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office official website at: https://www.hudsoncountyprosecutorsofficenj.org/homicide-tip/. All information will be kept confidential.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, HUDSON:

Second Trenton Homicide Under Investigation

IN LESS THAN TWENTY FOUR HOURS A SECOND FATAL SHOOTING IN TRENTON CLAIMS THE LIFE OF A LAWRENCE NEW JERSEY MAN

     " A Second Trenton Homicide Claims The Life Of Dartanian Ames Of Lawrence Bring The Number Killed To Three In Less Than 24 Hours."

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

TRENTON, NJ.- On Saturday, October 30, 2021 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced, The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and The Trenton Police Department are continuing their investigation into an early Saturday morning Fatal Shooting in Trenton, New Jersey.

     On Saturday, October 30, 2021, at approximately 3:25 a.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to the area of the 900 Block of Brunswick Avenue in Trenton on a report of a multi round ShotSpotter Activation.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a victim, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim, later identified as Dartanian Ames, 41, of Lawrence, New Jersey was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries, and was pronounced deceased a short time later.

     There have been no arrests made at this time. The Investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with additional information regarding this Fatal Shooting is urged to contact Detectives from The Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, MERCER:  

UPDATE: Victims Identified In Trenton Double Homicide

VICTIMS IN FRIDAY MORNING OCTOBER 29 2021 DOUBLE HOMICIDE ON CLEVELAND AVENUE IN  TRENTON NEW JERSEY IDENTIFIED

     " Mercer County Authorities Identify The Victims In Friday Morning Double Homicide In Trenton."

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

TRENTON, NJ.- On Saturday, October 30, 2021 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced, the two victims in yesterday's Double Homicide on Cleveland Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey have positively identified.

     On Friday, October 29, 2021, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to the area of First Block of Cleveland Avenue in Trenton on a report of a multi round ShotSpotter activation.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found two victims, later identified as Edwin Obdilio Gomez-Interiano, 41, of Trenton, New Jersey and Everth Barrera, 56, of Ewing, New Jersey, both whom sustained multiple gunshot wounds.

     One of the victims was pronounced deceased at the scene, and the other victim was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries, and was pronounced deceased, a shot time later.

    No arrests have been made at this time. The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to Contact The Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, MERCER:  

Camden Homicide Investigation

CAMDEN COUNTY DETECTIVES ARE INVESTIGATING THE TRAGIC FATAL SHOOTING OF A 14-YEAR-OLD CAMDEN JUVENILE

     " Camden City & Camden County Detectives Continue To Investigate Last Night's Fatal Shooting That Claimed The Life Of A Camden Teen."

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

CAMDEN, NJ.- On Saturday, October 30, 2021 Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez announced that Detectives are actively investigating the Fatal Shooting of a Camden, New Jersey Teen.

     On Friday, October 29, 2021, at approximately 10:44 p.m., Members of The Camden County Police Department responded to the 2000 Block of Berwick Street on a report of a Shooting.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 14-Year-Old who had sustained multiple Gunshot Wounds. The teen was immediately transported to Cooper Hospital, where the teen succumbed to injuries and was pronounced deceased at 11:12 p.m.

     Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Camden County Prosecutor's Office Detective Kevin Courtney at (856) 397-6770 or Camden County Police Department Detective Edward Gonzales at (856) 757-7042. 

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, CAMDEN: 

Montana Man Charged In Bergen County

BOZEMAN MONTANA MAN ARRESTED AFTER 132 POUNDS OF COCAINE IS FOUND IN HIS CAR IN BERGEN COUNTY

     " Bergen County Narcotics Task Force Investigation Yields 60 Kilograms Of Cocaine & The Arrest Of Juan Carlos Nunez-Perez Of Bozeman, Montana."

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

HACKENSACK, NJ.- On Thursday, October 28, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of Juan Carlos Nunez-Perez of Bozeman, Montana for Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine. The arrest is the result of an investigation by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.

     On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, Members of The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Task Force executed a Court Authorized Search Warrant on a vehicle owned and operated by Mr. Nunez-Perez. Mr. Nunez-Perez was being Investigated for Narcotics Trafficking and Distribution. 

     The subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered Sixty Kilograms, with an estimated weight of One-Hundred-Thirty-Two pounds of suspected Cocaine with an estimated street value of $3 million.

     Mr. Nunez-Perez was Arrested without incident and Charged with One Count of First Degree Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine. Mr. Nunez-Perez was processed on the Charged and remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, BERGEN:  

Non-Profit Employees Indicted For Theft

THREE FORMER EMPLOYEES OF A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES RESOURCES TO VETERANS INDICTED FOR THEFT

     " Jesse Violante Of Tuckerton, Mary Anne DiLeo of Manahawkin, & Gary Mclain Of Little Egg Harbor Are Indicted For Embezzling Over $30,000. In Funds From Veterans In Need."

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

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- On Thursday, October 28, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that a Grand Jury sitting in Ocean County, New Jersey has returned an Indictment against Jesse Violante, 34, of Tuckerton, New Jersey, Mary Anne Dileo, 67, of Manahawkin, New Jersey and Gary Mclain, 34, of Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey Charging each with One Count of Theft by Unlawful Taking. 

     The three defendants are former employees of Vetwork, a Lacey Township-based Nonprofit Organization that provides resources and assistance to veterans in Ocean County, New Jersey, 

     The Defendants Embezzled Monies from Vetwork, over and above their approved salaries between February 2018 and June 2019.

     Vetwork is a nonprofit organization, Governed by a Board of Directors, which Assists Veterans in Ocean County with various services such as obtaining employment and finding suitable housing. The organization was partially funded by a generous grant received from The County of Ocean.

     Mr. Violante was the Director of Vetwork during the time period. In that role, he was responsible for overseeing the employees of the organization and certifying all expenses. Ms. Dileo was the Office Manager and was responsible for processing payroll, while Mr. Mclain was in charge of community outreach. 

     The allegation of Misconduct was referred to The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Economic Crime Unit after an audit commissioned by the Board of Directors revealed that each of these individuals received extra payroll outlays over and above what they were entitled to. 

     Specifically, it was determined that Mr. Violante,  Ms. Dileo, and Mr. Mclain took additional payments on certain weeks in excess of their regular payroll checks in accordance with their existing salaries. In total, Mr. Violante received five extra payments totaling $5,855, while Ms. Dileo received twenty-six duplicate payments totaling $19,588, and Mr. Mclain received five duplicate payments totaling $4,972. The investigation determined that these payments were not authorized by the Board, nor were they included in the documents submitted to The County of Ocean for purposes of obtaining funding.

     Mr. Violante and Ms. Dileo surrendered themselves to Law Enforcement and were Charged on Summonses, processed by Officers of The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, and released pending a future court appearance. Mr. Mclain, who was originally Charged on a Warrant, surrendered himself to authorities and was subsequently released pursuant to New Jersey Bail Reform.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, OCEAN:   

Jersey City Man Charged

JERSEY CITY NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEATH OF A 49-YEAR-OLD WOMAN ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 1, 2021

     " Eugene Williams Of Jersey City Charged With Second Degree Manslaughter In The Death Of Shannon Johnson."

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

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced, The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit has Arrested and Charged Eugene Williams, 25, of Jersey City, New Jersey in the Death of a 49-Year-Old Woman.

     Mr. Williams was Arrested at approximately 12:30 p.m., Thursday, October 28, 2021, at 117 Van Nostrand Avenue in Jersey City and has been Charged with Second Degree Manslaughter.

     On Friday, October 1, 2021, at approximately 12:54 a.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to 112 Bergen Avenue on a report of an unconscious female on the ground. Upon arrival, Police Officers found an unresponsive female, later identified as Shannon T. Johnson, lying face down on the sidewalk. 

     The victim was immediately transported to The Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey where she was listed in critical condition. On Wednesday, October 7, 2021, Ms. Johnson succumbed to her injury and was pronounced deceased at 5:05 p.m. The Regional Medical Examiner determined the Cause of Death to be Blunt Impact Injuries of the head and neck and the Manner of Death to be Homicide.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, HUDSON: 

Double Homicide In Trenton New Jersey

MERCER COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE ACTIVELY INVESTIGATING THE FRIDAY MORNING MURDER OF TWO MEN

     " Mercer County Homicide Task Force & Trenton Police Are Investigating The Friday October 29, 2021 Double Homicide In Trenton, New Jersey."

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

TRENTON, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J Onofri announced The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and The Trenton Police Department are investigating a Double Homicide that occurred Friday Morning in Trenton, New Jersey. 

     On Friday, October 29, 2021, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to a Multiple Round ShotSpotter Activation in the First Block of Cleveland Avenue in Trenton.

      Upon arrival, Police Officers located two adult male shooting victims. One was pronounced dead at the scene, the other was transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, New Jersey where he succumbed to his injuries, and was pronounced deceased a short time later.

     There have been no arrests made and the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective John Menafra of The Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406. Information can also be emailed to mchtftips@mercercounty.org.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 30, 2021: LAW, MERCER:

Toms River Woman Indicted

57-YEAR-OLD TOMS RIVER NEW JERSEY WOMAN INDICTED ON MURDER AND WEAPONS CHARGES IN THE DEATH OF A MANCHESTER NEW JERSEY MAN

     " Mary Carbone Of Toms River Indicted On Murder & Weapons Related Charges In The February 24, 2021 Death Of Frank Stochel."

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

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that a Grand Jury sitting in Ocean County, New Jersey has returned an Indictment against Mary Carbone, 57, of Toms River, New Jersey.  On Thursday, October 28, 2021 the Grand Jury returned the Indictment Charging Ms. Carbon with Murder in connection with the death of Frank Stochel in Manchester Township, New Jersey on February 24, 2020.

     Ms. Carbone has also been Indicted on Three Counts of Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose;  Three Counts of Unlawful Possession of Weapon;  and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

     On February 24, 2020, Members of The Manchester Township Police responded to a residence on 6th Avenue in the Pine Lake Park section of the Township for a report of an unresponsive male. Upon arrival, Police Officers found the lifeless body of Mr. Stochel lying on the floor of the residence. On February 25, 2020, the Ocean County Medical Examiner performed a post-mortem examination of Mr. Stochel’s body. The Medical Examiner ruled the manner of death to be a homicide.

     An investigation conducted by The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Manchester Township Police Detective Bureau, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, determined that Ms. Carbone and Mr. Stochel both resided at the 6th Avenue residence in Manchester, New Jersey. 

     The investigation discovered that several household items were used by Ms. Carbone in the commission of the homicide, specifically, a wooden board, a heavy duty tape dispenser, and a shower curtain rod were recovered from the scene. The injuries sustained by Mr. Stochel were consistent with the implementation of these items. 

     Further investigation ultimately determined that Ms. Carbone was the individual responsible for Mr. Stochel’s death. 

     Ms. Carbone was Arrested and Charged on March 4, 2021, and has been detained in The Ocean County Jail since the date of her Arrest, and will remain detained pending the resolution of the case against her.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 29, 2021: LAW, OCEAN:

Manchester Man Indicted

MANCHESTER NEW JERSEY MAN INDICTED ON THE CHARGE OF STRICT LIABILITY FOR DRUG INDUCED DEATH 

     " Ocean County Grand Jury Has Returned An Indictment Against Dandre Tubbs Of Manchester On Charges Of Strict Liability & Related Narcotics Offenses."

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

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- On Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that a Grand Jury sitting in Ocean County, New Jersey has returned an Indictment on Wednesday, against Dandre Tubbs, 33, of Manchester, New Jersey on Charge of Strict Liability Drug Induced Death, in connection to the Death of a 35 Year-Old Manchester man on August 16, 2021. 

     Mr. Tubbs has also been Indicted on Charges of Distribution of Heroin/Fentanyl;  Possession of Heroin/Fentanyl with Intent to Distribute;  Three Counts of Possession of Heroin/Fentanyl; and Possession of Alprazolam. 

     On Sunday, August 16, 2021, Members of The Manchester Township Police Department responded to a residence for a report of an unresponsive 35 year-old male. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered that the male was already deceased from an apparent drug overdose.

     A subsequent and ensuing investigation by The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit and Manchester Township Police Department Detective Bureau determined that Mr. Tubbs Supplied Heroin and Fentanyl to the victim on Saturday, August 15, 2021. 

     On Wednesday, August 19, 2021, Mr. Tubbs was Arrested and Charged with Three Counts of Distribution of Heroin;  Two Counts of Possession of Heroin;  Possession of Alprazolam;  Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe;  and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

     Further investigation and toxicology analysis recently received by The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the presence of Heroin and Fentanyl in the victim’s system. Based upon this toxicology analysis, The Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office determined that the Heroin and Fentanyl found in the victim’s system were the cause of his death. As a consequence, Mr. Tubbs was charged with Strict Liability Drug Induced Death.

     Mr. Tubbs has been incarcerated since his Arrest on Wednesday, August 19, 2021 and will remain detained pending the resolution of the Charges against him.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 29, 2021: LAW, OCEAN:

Union City Man Pleads Guilty

UNION CITY NEW JERSEY MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO CHARGE IN THE DEATH OF UNION CITY BICYCLIST ON NOVEMBER 16, 2020

     " Miguel Perez Of Union City Has Pleaded Guilty To Second Degree Leaving The Scene Of An Accident Resulting In Death."

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

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Friday, October 29, 2021 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced on Thursday, October 28, 2021, Miguel Perez, 29, of Union City, New Jersey Pleaded Guilty to Charges in State Superior Court related to his involvement in the November 16, 2020 death of cyclist, Marcelino Pico, 56, of Union City who was struck and killed while bicycling on Bergenline Avenue in Union City.

     Mr. Perez Pleaded Guilty to One Count of Second Degree Leaving the Scene of an Accident Resulting in Death;  and the Associated Motor Vehicle Summons. 

     The State at the time of sentencing will recommend a sentence of Seven Years in New Jersey State Prison along with a Consecutive Two Year Driver’s License Suspension. The plea allocution was heard and  accepted by The Honorable Judge Angelo Servidio, J.S.C., sitting in Hudson County Superior Court. Sentencing in the case has been scheduled for January 5, 2021.

     On November 16, 2020, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Members of The Union City Police Department responded to the area of 48th Street near Bergenline Avenue on reports of a cyclist struck with serious injuries. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a victim, later identified as Marcelino Pilco, of Union City, suffering from serious injuries. Mr. Pico was immediately transported to The Jersey City Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries, and was pronounced deceased at 11:48 p.m.

     According to the initial investigation, the victim was cycling northbound on Bergenline Avenue when he was struck by a White Nissan Rogue, after striking Mr. Pico the driver fled the scene eastbound on 48th Street.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 29, 2021: LAW, HUDSON:

 

Indictment In Sexual Assault & Bribery

PASSAIC MAN INDICTED ON MULTIPLE  CHARGES OF SEXUAL ASSAULT ON A CHILD AND CONSPIRING WITH A GARFIELD WOMAN TO BRIBE WITNESS

     " A Passaic County Grand Jury Returns Indictment Against Sergio Bernal & Maricella Gonzalez On Charges In Connection To The Sexual Assault Against A Child From 2013 To 2020."

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

PATERSON, NJ.- On Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced a Grand Jury sitting in Passaic County, New Jersey has returned an Indictment against Sergio Bernal, 33, of Passaic, New Jersey, and Maricella Gonzalez, 52, of Garfield, New Jersey.  

     Mr. Bernal has been Indicted on Multiple Counts of Sexual Offenses against a Child, Hindering Apprehension, Terroristic Threats, Witness Tampering, Conspiracy to Commit Witness Tampering, Bribery, Conspiracy to Commit Bribery, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and Contempt. 

     Ms. Gonzalez has been Indicted on Witness Tampering, Conspiracy to Commit Witness Tampering, Bribery, Conspiracy to Commit Bribery, and Tampering with Physical Evidence. 

     The Grand Jury returned the Indictment, Charging Mr. Bernal with various Sexual Offenses against a Child that took place at multiple residences in Passaic, New Jersey,  from October 2013 to August 2020. Mr. Bernal was indicted on Three Counts of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault;  an additional Three counts of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault;  Three Counts of Second Degree Sexual Assault;  an additional Three Counts of Second Degree Sexual Assault;  Seven Counts of Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child;  One Count of Third Degree Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact;  One Count of Fourth Degree Criminal Sexual Contact;  One Count of Second Degree Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution;  and One Count of Third Degree Terroristic Threats.

     The Indictment also Charges Mr. Bernal with various offenses related to a conspiracy arising out of the City of Paterson to Tamper with and Bribe Witnesses, and also contacting those same witnesses in Violation of a No-Contact Order issued against him by a Passaic County Judge. 

     Mr. Bernal was Indicted on Two Counts of Third Degree Witness Tampering;  Two Counts of Third Degree Conspiracy to Commit Witness Tampering;  Two Counts of Second Degree Bribery of a Witness;  Two Counts of Second Degree Conspiracy to Commit Bribery of a Witness;  Three Counts of Fourth Degree Contempt;  and One Count of Fourth Degree Tampering with Physical Evidence.

     The Indictment also Charges Ms. Gonzalez with conspiring with Mr. Bernal to tamper with and bribe witnesses. Ms. Gonzalez was indicted on Two Counts of Third Degree Witness Tampering;  Two Counts of Third Degree Conspiracy to Commit Witness Tampering;  Two Counts of Second Degree Bribery of a Witness;  Two Counts of Second Degree Conspiracy to Commit Bribery of a Witness;  and One Count of Fourth Degree Tampering with Physical Evidence.

     After Mr. Bernal was Arrested for and Charged with various Sexual Offenses against a Child that took place at multiple residences in Passaic from October 2013 to August 2020, Mr. Bernal and Ms. Gonzalez Conspired to Tamper with and Bribe the Child Victim and another witness in connection to the prosecution against Mr. Bernal. Specifically, Mr. Bernal and Ms. Gonzalez offered a sum of United States currency and financial assistance with tuition and a car to the Child Victim and another witness in exchange for recanting their statements to law enforcement regarding the Sexual Assault Charges pending against Mr. Bernal.

     Mr. Bernal and Ms. Gonzalez are detained in The Passaic County Jail since there Arrest, and will remain detained pending the resolution of the Charges pending against the two.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 29, 2021: LAW, PASSAIC:   

Teaneck New Jersey Man Charged

20-YEAR-OLD TEANECK MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO THE JUNE 5, 2021 AMMANN PARK FATAL SHOOTING

     "Jairrod Shannon Of Teaneck Charged With Murder In The Saturday Afternoon, June 5, 2021 Shooting Death Of Maximilian Reyes."

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

TEANECK, NJ.- On Thursday, October 28, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of Jairrod Shannon of Teaneck, New Jersey on charges of Murder, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Aggravated Assault, and Hindering Apprehension. 

     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 Teaneck Police Department under the direction of Chief Glenn M. O’Reilly. 

     On Saturday, June 5, 2021, at approximately 3:49 p.m., Members of The Teaneck Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call on a report of a man with a gunshot wound located at Ammann Park, 303 Fort Lee Road, Teaneck, New Jersey. Upon arrival, Police Officers  located Maximilian Reyes, 20, of Teaneck, New Jersey suffering from a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Mr. Reyes was immediately transported to Hackensack University Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased.

     A subsequent investigation conducted by Detectives from The Teaneck Police Department and The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit determined that Mr. Shannon was the individual responsible for shooting Death of Mr. Reyes.

     Based upon the findings of the investigation, on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, Mr. Shannon was Arrested and Charged with One Count of First Degree Murder; One Count of Second Degree Possession of a Firearm for an Unlawful Purpose; One Count of Second Degree Unlawful Possession of an Assault Firearm; One Count of Third Degree Hindering his own Apprehension; and One Count of Fourth Degree Aggravated Assault by Pointing a Firearm. 

     Mr. Shannon was processed on the Charges, and was remanded to The Passaic County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 29, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Jersey City Man Charged

JERSEY CITY NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO THE OCTOBER 28, 2021 HOMICIDE IN LITTLE FERRY NEW JERSEY

      " Ray Eduardo Arcentales Sanchez Charged In The Stabbing Death Of A 36-Year-Old Man In Little Ferry, New Jersey."

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

LITTLE FERRY, NJ.- On Thursday, October 28, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of Ray Eduardo Arcentales Sanchez, 22, of Jersey City, 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 by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and The Little Ferry Police Department under the direction of Chief James Walters.

     On Wednesday, October 28, 2021, at approximately 5:29 a.m., Members of The Little Ferry and Moonachie Police Departments responded to an individual lying in the street in the area of Mehrhof Road and Columbus Avenue in Little Ferry, New Jersey.

     Upon arrival,  Police Officers located Mr. Arcentales Sanchez in the area with blood on his hands and clothing. Police Officers discovered Yuryin G. Herrera, 36, lying in the backyard of 14 Abend Street in Little Ferry, suffering from multiple stab wounds. Mr. Herrera was immediately transported to Hackensack University Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

     A subsequent investigation conducted by Detectives from The Little Ferry Police Department and The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit concluded that Mr. Arcentales Sanchez Murdered Mr. Herrera with a kitchen knife.

     Based upon the findings of the investigation, on Wednesday, October 28, 2021, Mr. Arcentales Sanchez was taken into custody 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. 

     Mr Arcentales Sanchez was processed on the Charges and was remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey. 

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 29, 2021: LAW, BERGEN:

Ocean County Men Plead Guilty

TWO OCEAN COUNTY NEW JERSEY MEN PLEAD GUILTY TO MAINTAINING A CONTROLLED DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE FACILITY

     " On Tuesday, Jose Quintero-DeJesus Of Brick, New Jersey & Victor Mendoza-Gutierrez Of Manchester, New Jersey Pled Guilty To Maintaining A Narcotics Production Facility."

October 28, 2021 By John Elberger Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- On Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, Jose Quintero-DeJesus, 37, of Brick Township, and Victor Mendoza-Gutierrez, 26, of Manchester, pled guilty to Maintaining a Controlled Dangerous Substance Production Facility, before The Honorable Guy P. Ryan, J.S.C. 

     At the time of their sentencing on December 17, 2021, the State will be seeking a term of Eight Years in New Jersey State Prison as to each defendant.

     On May 13, 2020, at approximately 3:30 pm, Detectives from The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force, along with Members of the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team, Northern Ocean County/Monmouth Drug Enforcement Administration Task Force, Manchester Township Police Department Narcotics Enforcement Team, Brick Township Police Department Street Crimes Unit, and Brick Township Police Department Special Emergency Response Team, executed search warrants at residences in Brick Township and Manchester. 

     Just prior to the execution of the search warrants, Brick Township Police arrested Mr. Quintero-DeJesus following the execution of a motor vehicle stop upon his 2019 Ford F150. Mr. Mendoza-Gutierrez was apprehended at the Manchester residence. 

     As a result of the investigation and execution of the search warrants, Law Enforcement located and seized Firearms, approximately 1,050 Grams of Cocaine, 20 Grams of Methamphetamine, a quantity of Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia indicative of Distribution Purposes, a high-end security system, and approximately $30,000 in cash. 

     Mr. Quintero-DeJesus and Mr. Mendoza-Gutierrez were both Arrested and Charged accordingly. Mr. Quintero-DeJesus has been lodged in The Ocean County Jail since his Arrest and Mr. Mendoza-Gutierrez was Charged on a Summons and released pending future Court Appearances.  

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 28, 2021: LAW, OCEAN: 

Fort Lee New Jersey Man Charged

A 45-YEAR-OLD FORT LEE NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH THE SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD UNDER THE AGE OF 13

     " Yupang Ip Of Fort Lee Has Been Charged With Sexual Assault & Endangering The Welfare Of A Child."

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

FORT LEE, NJ.- On Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of Yupang Ip of Fort Lee, New Jersey on Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment Charges.

      The Arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and The Fort Lee Police Department under the direction of Chief Matthew Hintze.

     On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit was contacted by The Fort Lee Police Department regarding the alleged Sexual Assault of a Child. 

     An investigation by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit and The Fort Lee Police Department determined that Mr. Ip Sexually Assaulted the Child, who was Younger than Thirteen Years Old, in Fort Lee, New Jersey. 

     Based upon the results of the investigation, on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, Mr. Ip was Arrested and Charged with One Count of Second Degree Sexual Assault by Sexual Contact; and One Count of Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child by Sexual Conduct.

      Mr. Ip was processed on the Charges and remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

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

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 28, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: