Trenton New Jersey Man Charged

TRENTON NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED AND $300,000 OF COCAINE SEIZED

     " Cesar Cedeno-Correa Charged After Mercer County Authorities Seize 3 Kilograms of Cocaine & $195,000 In Cash Friday."

February 28, 2022 9:10 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

TRENTON, NJ.- On Friday, February 25, 2022 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced, that following a Two Month Investigation into Narcotics Distribution in the Trenton area a 28-Year-Old Trenton man has been Arrested and Three Kilograms of Cocaine were Seized on Friday, by Mercer County Authorities.

     In the early on Friday morning, February 25, 2022, Members of The Mercer County Narcotics Task Force, The Mercer County Tactical Response Team, The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office, The Drug Enforcement Administration and The Department of Homeland Security executed a Court Authorized Search Warrant at The West State Street Apartment of Cesar Cedeno-Correa. 

     During the Search, Mr. Cedeno-Correa was detained without incident. Three Kilograms of Cocaine and more than $195,000 in cash were located in a backpack in the bedroom. An additional 60 Grams of Cocaine, a Money Counter and Two Digital Scales were also Seized.

     Mr. Cedeno-Correa, 28, has been Charged with Multiple Narcotic Related Offenses, which include First Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Possession with The Intent to Distribute, and Money Laundering. The Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office has Filed a Motion to Detain Cedeno-Correa Pending Trial.

     According to Mercer County Prosecutor Onofri, The estimated Street Value of the confiscated Cocaine is $300,000.

" 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 FEBRUARY 28, 2022: LAW, MERCER:

Bayonne Man Charged With Murder

BAYONNE NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER IN JERSEY CITY FATAL SHOOTING

     Nysheed Gleaton Of Bayonne Charged With Murder & Weapons Related Offenses For The January 23, 2022 Jersey City Fatal Shooting."

February 28, 2022 7:51 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Sunday, February 27, 2022 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced The Hudson County Homicide Task Force has Arrested a 32-Year-Old Bayonne, New Jersey man in connection with the January 23, 2022 Fatal Shooting of Rasheen Bostick in Jersey City, New Jersey.

     Nysheed Gleaton, 32, of Bayonne, has been Charged with First Degree Murder; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Mr. Gleaton was Arrested during the early morning hours of Sunday, February 27, 2022 by The Wallington Police Department and was in Possession of a Handgun.

     On Sunday, January 23, 2022, at approximately 12:28 p.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to the area of 32 Belmont Avenue in Jersey City on a report of a Shooting.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a male victim, later identified as Rasheen Bostick, 32, of Jersey City, New Jersey suffering from an apparent Gunshot Wound to his Chest. Mr. Bostick was immediately transported by Emergency Medical Services to Jersey City Medical Center where he succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased at approximately 12:55 p.m.

" 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 FEBRUARY 28, 2022: LAW, HUDSON:

 

Drug Dealer Charged

CINNAMINSON DRUG DEALER CHARGED WITH THE FATAL OVERDOSE OF CUSTOMER

     " Zachary DiBattista Has Been Charged With Strict Liability For Drug Induced Death In Connection With The Death Max Mather."

February 28, 2022 4:35 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ.- In another instance of Social Media playing a role in Drug Distribution, a Cinnaminson Drug Dealer who arranged his sale on SnapChat has been Charged in connection to the Fatal Overdose of an Eighteen Year Old who purchased a counterfeit Oxycodone Pill from him in March 2021.

     On Friday, February 25, 2022 Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina and Medford Township Police Chief Art Waterman announced the Arrest of a 19-Year-Old Cinnaminson Township Drug Dealer has been Charged with Causing the Death of a Medford Township, New Jersey Teenager who Fatally Overdosed in his home early last year on Counterfeit Prescription Drugs that Contained Fentanyl.

     Zachary DiBattista, was Charged earlier this month with First Degree Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Death. Mr. DiBattista was taken into custody Wednesday, February 23, 2022  by Members of The U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force, with assistance from The Camden and Atlantic City Divisions. The Burlington County Sheriff’s Department is a Member of The Task Force and participated in the Arrest.

     After being Processed on the Charge, DiBattista was Lodged in The Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, New Jersey pending a Detention Hearing in Burlington County State Superior Court.

     The investigation began on March 6, 2021, after Members of The Medford Township Police Department responded to a Yorkshire Drive Home for a report of an Unattended Death. Upon arrival, Police Officers found the body of Max Mather, 18, in his bedroom.

     The Burlington County Medical Examiner's Office determined that Mr. Mather succumbed from Fentanyl Toxicity. The toxicology report also noted the presence of Xylazine, an Animal Tranquilizer not approved for human use.

     The investigation further determined that Mr. Mather Fatally Overdosed on Pills he had purchased from Mr. DiBattista a day earlier at a Marlton Convenience Store during a meeting that was arranged on Snapchat. The investigation further revealed that Mr. Mather was purchasing what he believed to be Oxycontin Pills, when in reality he was provided with Counterfeit Controlled Prescription Drugs containing Fentanyl that were designed to resemble authentic Oxycodone 30 mg Tablets.

     The Counterfeit Pills are Blue and are Stamped with “M-30.” They tend to be Off-Color from Legitimate Tablets, can be speckled and are easier to crush. Most important, they commonly contain Fentanyl, which can be Fifty Times Stronger than Heroin, meaning those who take them are unaware of the Potentially Lethal Consequences.

     “One of the most tragic aspects of the unrelenting substance use disorder epidemic is how young overdose victims tend to be,” Prosecutor Coffina said. “In this case, the victim was only 18 and still in high school, with his whole life ahead of him. He presumably thought he was taking a prescription drug that would not harm him, and it is nearly impossible for the untrained eye to distinguish a ‘real’ Oxycontin Pill from a counterfeit one. To avoid similar tragedies, we need to do everything possible to make sure our children and adults understand that there is no such thing as a ‘safe’ prescription drug unless prescribed by a licensed professional and supplied by a licensed pharmacy.”

" 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 FEBRUARY 28, 2022: LAW, BURLINGTON:    

Paterson Homicide Investigation

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY AFTER POLICE DISCOVER A PATERSON WOMAN DECEASED

     " The Body Of Stephanie DeJesus Was Discovered Dead In The Trunk Of A Vehicle In The Area Of  James Street & Ryerson Avenue Friday Morning."

February 26, 2022 10:56 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Friday, February 25, 2022 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora announce that on Friday, February 25, 2022, at approximately 7:56 a.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of James Street and Ryerson Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey in response to a suspicious vehicle. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located the Lifeless Body of a female victim, later identified as Stephanie DeJesus, 38, of Paterson, New Jersey, Inside the Trunk of a Vehicle with an apparent Gunshot Wound. Ms. DeJesus was pronounced deceased on scene.

     This is an active and ongoing investigation. More information may become available once released by authorities.

     The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about the Death of Ms. DeJesus 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.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 26, 2022: LAW, PASSAIC: 

Charges Filed Against Former Baseball Coach

ADDITIONAL CHARGES FILED AGAINST FORMER CHERRY HILL BASEBALL COURT 

     " Thomas Bianco Originally Charged On February 23, 2022 Has Now Been Additionally Charged On Sexual Assault Offenses Upon Multiple Minors."

February 26, 2022 6:57 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For Englebrook Independent News,

CAMDEN, NJ.- On Friday, February 25, 2022 Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Cherry Hill Police Chief Robert Kempf announced that a Cherry Hill, New Jersey previously Charged on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, has now been Additionally Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Endangerment Offenses on Thursday, February 24, 2022.

     Thomas Bianco, 20, of Cherry Hill, who was First Charged on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 with Two Counts of Second Degree Sexual Assault; and Two Counts of Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child after a 12-Year-Old Victim came forward. The alleged offenses, which occurred on Multiple Occasions in Mr. Bianco's Vehicle.

     On Thursday, February 24, 2022, Mr. Bianco was Charged additionally with Eight Counts of Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child after Two 13-Year-Old Victims came forward. On Friday, February 25, 2022, Mr. Bianco was Charged with Five additional Counts of Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child; Two Counts of Fourth Degree Invasion of Privacy; and Three Counts of Third Degree Promoting Obscene Material to a Minor, after another Two 13-Year-Old Victims came forward.

     Mr. Bianco had been a Baseball Coach for The Cherry Hill National Athletic League, which fully cooperated with Law Enforcement during the investigation. Mr Bianco had also employed Minors in his business, Bianco Landscaping Maintenance, LLC.

     Mr. Bianco is currently Lodged in The Camden County Correctional Facility pending a Pretrial Detention Hearing schedule for Tuesday, March 1, 2022 in Camden County State Superior Court.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with additional information regarding this incident, or Mr. Bianco is urged to contact Camden County Prosecutor's Office Detective Kimberly Abreu at (856) 225-8443 or Cherry Hill Police Detective Sergeant Kristina Grimaldi at (856) 432-8818.

" 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 FEBRUARY 26, 2022: LAW, CAMDEN:     

Long Branch New Jersey Man Convicted

TWENTY YEAR OLD LONG BRANCH CONVICTED IN THE 2017 NEW YEAR'S EVE KILLINGS OF HIS FOUR FAMILY MEMBERS

     " Scott Kologi Convicted On All Counts In The Fatal Shooting Of His Mother, Father, Sister & Grandfathers Girlfriend."

February 26, 2022 5:55 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

FREEHOLD, NJ.- On Thursday, February 24, 2022, Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey announced a Monmouth County Jury has Returned Guilty Verdicts on all Counts against a Long Branch, New Jersey man who Fatal Shot Four Members of his Family with a Rifle on New Year's Eve in 2017.

     Following a Two Week Trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Marc C. Lemieux and several hours of Jury Deliberation, Scott Kologi, 20, of Long Branch was Convicted on all Charges, including Four Counts of First Degree Murder and a Second Degree Weapons Offense.

     On Sunday, December 31, 2017, at approximately 11:43 p.m., Members of The Long Branch Police Department and The Monmouth County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting Shots Fired. Upon arrival, Police Officers found Four Victims, later identified as Brittany Kologi, 18, Linda Kologi, 44, Steven Kologi, 42, and Mary Shultz, 70, each having sustained Multiple Gunshot Wounds, at various locations inside a residence located at 635 Wall Street in Long Branch, New Jersey.

     Scott Kologi was Arrested at the scene, where Police recovered a Century Arms C39v2 Semi Automatic Rifle used in the Shooting. 

     A subsequent investigation by Members of The Monmouth Prosecutor's Office and Long Branch Police Department determined that Scott Kologi who was 16-Years-Old at time of The Shooting, systematically Fatally Shot all Four Members of his Family. The Charges filed against Mr. Kologi were waived up to State Superior Court due to the depravity of the Crimes.

     " The Jury's Verdict confirms that Scott Kologi was responsible for his decisions and actions on the night that culminated with him killing four members of his family," Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Linskey stated.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 26, 2022: LAW, MONMOUTH: 

   

Illinois Man Charged

ILLINOIS MAN CHARGED WITH TRANSPORTING $300,000. OF HEROIN AND FENTANYL INTO MERCER COUNTY

     " Job Carranza-Ocampo Has Been Charged With First Degree & Second Degree Narcotics Offenses."

February 26, 2022 4:32 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

TRENTON, NJ.- On Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced that after a Two Month Investigation into Narcotics Distribution in Mercer County, New Jersey, a Melrose Park, Illinois man has been Arrested and Charged with transporting $300,000. in Heroin and Fentanyl into The Mercer County Area

     On Thursday, February 17, 2022, as part of an ongoing investigation, Members of The Mercer County Narcotics Task Force, The Drug Enforcement Administration, The Department of Homeland Security and The Federal Bureau of Investigations, while conducting surveillance in a parking lot on Route 130 in Hamilton, New Jersey, Detectives detained Job Carranza-Ocampo, 31, of Melrose Park, Illinois without incident. As a result, Detectives located Two Kilograms of Heroin in the bed of Mr. Carranza's Ford F150 Pickup Truck. Further, a Kilogram of Fentanyl was discovered on the ground behind Carranza-Ocampo's Truck.

     A subsequent search of Mr. Carranza-Ocampo's Melrose Park, Illinois apartment resulted in $467. in cash being seized. As a result Mr. Carranza-Ocampo was Charged with Multiple Narcotics Offenses including First and Second Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with Intent to Distribute. 

     Mr. Carranza-Ocampo was Processed on the Offenses and transported to The Mercer County Correctional Facility. The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office has Filed a Motion to have Mr. Carranza-Ocampo Detained pending Trial.

     According to Mercer County Prosecutor Onofri, The Street Value of the confiscated Fentanyl is approximately $100,000. and The Heroin is approximately $200,000.

" 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 FEBRUARY 26, 2022: LAW, MERCER:     

       

Marlton New Jersey Man Charged

53 YEAR OLD MARLTON MAN HAS BEEN ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

     " Kevin Gaffney Arrested & Charged With Third Degree Endangering The Welfare Of A Child For Possessing A Large Quantity Of Child Pornography."

February 25, 2022 8:53 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Thursday, February 24, 2022 Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina and Evesham Township Acting Police Chief Walter Miller announced that a 53-Year-Old Marlton man has been Charged with Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material.

     Kevin Gaffney, 53, of The Marlton Section of Evesham Township  was Arrested on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 and Charged with Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Mr. Gaffney was lodged in The Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, New Jersey pending a First Appearance in Burlington County State Superior Court.

     Mr. Gaffney was taken into Custody at his residence following the Execution of a Court Authorized Search Warrant. Multiple electronic devices were seized and will be examined by Members of The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office High Tech Crimes Unit. An External Hard Drive belonging to Mr. Gaffney was reviewed onsite and found to contain a large Quantity of Child Sexual Abuse Material Files.

     The investigation began after The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office High-Tech Crimes Unit received information regarding Mr. Gaffney’s online activities from The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The investigation determined that in addition to keeping Child Sexual Abuse Material on the External Hard Drive, Mr. Gaffney also used an Online Data Storage System to maintain Child Sexual Abuse Material Files.

" 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 FEBRUARY 25, 2022: LAW, BURLINGTON:  

Pedestrian Collision Investigation

HUDSON COUNTY AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING A WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON PEDESTRIAN COLLISION

     " 67-Year-Old Woman Was Seriously Injured After Being Struck By A Vehicle On Wednesday, February 23, 2022."

February 25, 2022 6:03 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Thursday, February 24, 2022 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and The Jersey City Police Department are investigating a Crash that Seriously Injured a 67-Year-Old woman in Jersey City on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

     On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at approximately 1:48 p.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to the intersection of John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Montgomery Street on a report of a Pedestrian being Struck by a Vehicle. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 67-Year-Old Woman with a Serious Injury to her lower body. 

     The preliminary investigation by The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit determined the woman was crossing between two stopped vehicles when the rear vehicle accelerated and struck her.

     The driver of the striking vehicle remained at the scene. The 67-year-old woman was transported by Emergency Medical Services to Jersey City Medical Center. As of yesterday morning, the woman has been reported in stable condition.

     The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and The Jersey City Police Department are actively investigating this incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact The Office of The Hudson County Prosecutor at 201-915-1345 or to leave an anonymous tip at: http://www.hudsoncountyprosecutorsofficenj.org/homicide-tip/.  

Trenton Homicide Investigation

MERCER COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE INVESTIGATING THE FATAL STABBING OF A 32 YEAR OLD TRENTON MAN

     " A Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Stabbing Has Claimed The Life Of  Leonardo Fernandez."

February 25, 2022 4:53 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

TRENTON, NJ.- On Thursday, February 24, 2022 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and The Trenton Police Department are investigating a Late Wednesday Afternoon Fatal Stabbing in Trenton, New Jersey.

     On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to the area of The 500 Block of Whittaker Avenue on a report of a Stabbing.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered a male victim later identified as Leonardo Fernandez, 32, of Trenton, suffering from Multiple Stab Wounds to his Abdomen. Mr. Fernandez was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

     No arrests have been made and the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the death of Mr. Fernandez is asked to contact The Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406 or mchtftips@mercercounty.org.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 25, 2022: LAW, MERCER:   

Old Bridge Man Charged

OLD BRIDGE MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER FOR HIT AND RUN PEDESTRIAN CRASH

     " Christopher Uszenski Of Old Bridge, New Jersey Charged In The February 21, 2022 Hit & Run, For Striking Lt. Craig Hausmann Of The Aberdeen Police Department."

February 24, 2022 9:53 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

FREEHOLD, NJ.- On Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey announced that a Middlesex County man has been Arrested and Charged in connection with a Hit and Run incident that left an Off-Duty Aberdeen Police Department Lieutenant hospitalized on Monday.

     Christopher Uszenski, 49, of Old Bridge, New Jersey has been Charged with First Degree Attempted Murder; and Third Degree Knowingly Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Collision with Serious Bodily Injury.

     On Monday, February 21, 2022, Members of The Aberdeen Police Department responded to the area of North Concourse and Wayside Drive in the Cliffwood Beach Section of Aberdeen Township on a report of a Motor Vehicle Pedestrian Collision. Upon arrival, Police Officers located a victim, identified as Lt. Craig Hausmann, having sustained injuries by a vehicle that Fled Scene.

     According to the preliminary investigation, Authorities discovered that Lt. Hausmann had been attempting to Stop the Mr. Uszenski for Driving Erratically in the area where he was struck. The ensuing investigation which included Members of The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office Serious Collision Analysis Response Team and Keyport and Old Bridge Police Departments, quickly led to Mr. Uszenski being identified as the Individual Responsible for Striking Lt. Hausmann, and he and his vehicle, were located on Pomona Boulevard in Old Bridge.

     After being Arrested and Processed on the Charges Mr. Uszenski was lodged in The Monmouth County Correctional Institution pending a First Appearance in Monmouth County State Superior Court.

" 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 FEBRUARY 24, 2022: LAW, MONMOUTH:   

Authorities Seeks Public's Assistance

PASSAIC COUNTY AUTHORITIES SEEKS PUBLIC'S ASSISTANCE IN LOCATING A HALEDON MAN

     " Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Is Actively Investigating The Disappearance Of  Felix DeJesus Who Was Last Seen On February 2, 2022 In Westside Park In Paterson, New Jersey."

February 24, 2022 4:39 A.M. ET, Public Service Announcement By Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Haledon Police Chief Angelo D. Daniele request the Public’s Assistance in locating Mr. Felix DeJesus, 41, from Haledon, New Jersey. Mr. DeJesus is 5’9,” Weighs approximately 200 pounds, and has a large Puerto Rican Flag Tattoo on his Chest. Mr. DeJesus was last seen on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 between approximately 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. in Westside Park in the City of Paterson.

     The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office and The Haledon Police Department ask anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Mr. Felix DeJesus to contact The Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1- 877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact The Haledon Police Captain George Guzman, Jr. at 973-790-4444.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 24, 2021: LOCAL, PSA: 

Florida Man Pleads Guilty

FLORIDA MAN ADMITS TO FALSELY POSING AS MODELING AGENT IN ORDER TO OBTAIN SEXUAL EXPLICIT RECORDINGS OF A MINOR

     " Joseph Germain Of Casselberry, Florida s  Guilty To First Degree Manufacturing Child Pornography & Distribution Of Child Pornography."

February 24, 2022 2:24 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

FREEHOLD, NJ.- On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey announced a Florida man has admitted to Falsely Acting as a Modeling Agent in a scheme to Manipulate a Brielle Minor into sending him Sexually Explicit Images and Videos of Herself.

     Joseph Germain, 31, of Casselberry, Florida has Pled Guilty to First Degree Manufacturing Child Sexual Abuse Material; and Second Degree Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material. Pursuant to the Negotiated Plea Agreement, on Friday, May 13, 2022, Mr. Germain will be Sentenced to a New Jersey State Prison Term of Eight Years, Subject to The No Early Release Act, which will require Mr. Germain to Serve Eighty Five Percent of the Term before Parole Eligibility. Mr Germain will be required to register as Sex Offender pursuant to Megan's Law and will be subject to Parole Supervision for Life.

     The investigation into Mr. Germain's activities was initiated by Members of The Brielle Police Department, which uncovered that several years ago, Mr. Germain created a false online identity, claiming to be an individual named "Alex" from a Company named "Elite Model Management," maintaining an Email Address alexxcaveelite@gmail.com.

     In 2017, the investigation determined, Mr. Germain contacted a Juvenile who resided in Brielle, New Jersey, claiming he wanted to help her create a Modeling Portfolio and promising a $50,000. Contract. After the Girl agreed, Mr. Germain convinced her to electronically send him multiple Photos and Videos of herself in Sexually Explicit Poses.

     During their Interactions, the girl openly indicated to Mr. Germain that she did not feel comfortable sending Photos and Videos due to her age. Germain persisted in demanding additional files. Several times, Mr. Germain sent her Fake Screenshots from an employee named "Cassandra," promising to release the money once the girls Portfolio was completed.

     The Girl never received any payments, but did ultimately begin to receive text messages from multiple phone numbers claiming to be employees of "Elite Model Management," Threatening to Post her Photos and Videos to The Internet unless she sent additional explicit material.

     The investigation concluded that Mr. Germain was responsible for the various threatening texts and for Posting the Videos Online. Mr. Germain was Arrested in Florida in 2019 and Extradited back to New Jersey for Prosecution. 

     If anyone feels that they or someone they know was a victim of a similar or identical scam, they are Urged to Contact Detective Ryan Maxsiell of The Brielle Police Department at (848) 232-5016 or The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office Special Victims Bureau at (732) 431-7160, Ext 7731.

" 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 FEBRUARY 24, 2022: LAW, MONMOUTH:      

Manalapan Man Charged

MANALAPAN NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED WITH SCAMMING INVESTORS OUT OF $176K

     " Jeffrey Loretta Has Been Charged With Stealing $176,000 From 10 Victims In Investment Scheme."

February 23, 2022 7:28 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

FREEHOLD, NJ.- On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, Acting Monmouth County Lori Linskey announced that a Manalapan resident has been Arrested and Charged with stealing more than $175,000 from Ten Victims who had entrusted him to invest sums of money on their behalf.

     Jeffrey Loretta, 60, has been Charged with One Count of Second Degree Theft; Three Counts of Second Degree Misapplication of Entrusted Property; and Seven Counts of Third Degree Misapplication of Entrusted Property.

     An investigation by The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Unit determined that Ten Victims gave Mr. Loretta a total of just over a Half of Million Dollars at various times between January 2020 and February 2021, with the promise the money would be invested properly. 

     Further, the investigation uncovered, that Mr. Loretta provided multiple victims with inaccurate and false investment figures, inducing them to reinvest additional money.

     Instead, Mr. Loretta lost nearly $200,000. of the money in bad investments and more than $175,000. of the money on himself, withdrawing thousands of dollars from ATM Machines, and making checks out to himself, payable in cash.

     On Friday, February 18, 2022, Mr. Loretta surrendered to Authorities. After being Processed on The Charges, Loretta was released pending a First Appearance in Monmouth County State Superior Court.

" 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 FEBRUARY 23, 2022: LAW, MONMOUTH:  

      

Manville Police Chief Suspended

MANVILLE POLICE CHIEF SUSPENDED AFTER BEING ACCUSED OF RAPE

     " An Employee Of The Somerset County Police Department Has Filed A Lawsuit Accusing The Chief Of Rape & Sexual Abuse Over Several Years."

February 23, 2022 6:14 A.M. ET By Joanne Alvarez Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

MANVILLE, NJ.- The Police Chief in Manville Borough has been accused of repeatedly Raping one of his employees and also stands accused of Sexual Abuse over a period of years, according to a recent filed lawsuit. 

     The Manville Borough Council voted last Thursday to place Chief Thomas J. Herbst on Paid Temporary Leave, following the allegations outlined in the lawsuit.

     Herbst has been Police Chief since October 2020 and has been with The Police Department since 1991. The employee started working in the Department in 2000, and Herbst became her direct supervisor in 2006 , according to the filing.

     The employee, who's name is being withheld do to the nature of the allegations, stated in her lawsuit that Herbst masturbated in front of her in 2008, and that he continued to do so until he eventually Raped her in a room in the Police Department, despite her repeatedly  telling him " No" and "Stop." Further, Herbst Raped her multiple times in the Police Department and later at her home and other various locations, she said.

     The employee stated she was scared of being fired or that Herbst would claim that the Sexual Encounters were consensual. Herbst would tell her that she was "Disobeying An Order" if she did not comply with his demands, according to the lawsuit.

     Further in her filings, the woman accused another Officer of pointing a Shotgun at her inside the Department this month, which led her to file the suit.

     The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office has confirmed that they are investigating the allegations.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 23, 2022: LOCAL, LAW:    

Former Dover Man Sentenced To Prison

FORMER DOVER NEW JERSEY MAN SENTENCED TO PRISON FOR FORCING WOMEN INTO PROSTITUTION 

     " Jeremiah Forde Has Been Sentenced To 28 Years In Prison For His Role In Forcing Women Into Prostitution For Financial Gain."

February 23, 2022 5:28 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

MORRISTOWN, NJ.- A Former Dover, New Jersey man, who admitted that he used Drugs and Threats of Violence to force multiple women into Prostitution has been Sentenced to New Jersey Prison.

     On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Christoph Kimker, Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, Roxbury Police Department Chief Dean Adone, Hanover Police Department Chief Michael Loock, and Parsippany Troy Hills Police Chief Richard Pantina announced that Jeremiah Forde, 41, formerly of Dover, New Jersey, has been Sentenced to Twenty Eight Years in Prison for his role in a Prostitution Scene.

     On July 15, 2021, a Morris County Jury returned a verdict finding Mr. Forde Guilty of Multiple Offenses including Aggravated Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, Criminal Sexual Contact, and Invasion of Privacy. These incidents occurred during September of 2018 in the town of Parsippany Troy Hills. The victim in the case was an adult female.

     On November 16, 2021, Mr. Forde admitted and Pled Guilty to additional crimes that he and an accomplice Promoted The Prostitution of two Adult Women, one in Roxbury, New Jersey and the other in Hanover, New Jersey. Mr. Forde admitted to providing the two women with Controlled Dangerous Substances and forcing them to Engage in Sexual Acts in exchange for money at various hotels. Also on this date, Mr. Forde pled guilty to Aggravated Assault on an adult male in Hanover, New Jersey. These incidents all occurred between August 2018 and November 2018.

     On Friday, February 18, 2022, The Honorable Robert Hanna imposed the Sentence of Twenty Eight Years in New Jersey State Prison, of which the first Nineteen Years of the sentence are subject to The No Early Release Act, which will require Mr. Forde to serve to Eighty Five Percent of the Sentence before Parole Eligibility.  Forde upon release will be Required to Register as a Sex Offender pursuant to Megan’s Law and will also be on Parole Supervision for Life.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 23, 2022: LAW, MORRIS: 

  

Trenton Man Sentenced

TRENTON NEW JERSEY MAN SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON WITHOUT PAROLE 

     " Hamilton Morgan Sentenced To Life Without The Possibility Of Parole For The May, 2019 Murder Shooting Death Of  Maurice Rowe."

February 23, 2022 4:45 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

TRENTON, NJ.- On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced that on Thursday, February 17, 2022 a Trenton, New Jersey man was Sentenced to New Jersey State Prison without the possibility of Parole for the May, 2019 Murder of Maurice Rowe of Trenton.

     Hamilton Morgan, was Sentenced by Mercer County Superior Court Judge Darlene Pereksta on Thursday, February 17, 2022. A Mercer County Jury found Mr. Morgan Guilty of all counts in August 2021. After the Conviction, The State moved for mandatory extended-term sentencing under New Jersey’s Three Strikes Law. Judge Pereksta also Sentenced Mr. Morgan to concurrent Terms of Ten Years on the Firearms Possession Charge and the Certain Persons Not to Possess a Weapon Charge.

     On Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a Trenton Police Street Crimes Unit  responding to an unrelated call on Hoffman Avenue when they heard Shots Fired. Detectives John Carrigg and Stephen Szbanz observed a large group of people at the corner of Stuyvesant and Hoffman Avenues and the Suspect, later identified as Mr. Morgan, Fleeing the Scene with a Gun. The Detectives pursued Mr. Morgan on foot down an alley and were able to take him into Custody on Ellsworth Avenue. Detectives located a Handgun and an additional Loaded Magazine was found on Mr. Morgan’s person.

     The victim, later identified as 30-Year-Old Maurice Rowe of Trenton, who succumbed to Multiple Gunshot Wounds and was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 23, 2022: LAW, MERCER: 

Arrest Made In Willingboro Homicide

TWO CHARGED IN THE FEBRUARY 11 2022 WILLINGBORO PIZZA SHOP FATAL SHOOTING

     " Knowah Crowderparham & Alexa Hess Have Been Arrested & Charged In Connection With The Shooting Death Of  19-Year-Old Adam Jason."

February 22, 2022 10:07 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

WILLINGBORO, NJ.- On Saturday, February 19, 2022, Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina and Willingboro Township Police Department Acting Public Safety Director Captain Ian Bucs announced that a 21-year-old Beverly City man has been charged with the Fatal Shooting of a Teenager earlier this month in the parking lot of a Willingboro Shopping Center.

     Knowah Crowderparham, 21, of Beverly City, has been Charged with First Degree Murder; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon;  Two Counts of Second Degree Certain Persons Not to Have Weapons; Third Degree Endangering an Injured Victim; and Third Degree Conspiracy.

     Mr. Crowderparham was taken into Custody on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 on the Third Degree Charges and lodged in The Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, New Jersey. The Homicide and Weapons Charges were filed Saturday. A Detention Hearing will be scheduled in Burlington County State Superior Court The case will be prepared for presentation to a Grand Jury for possible Indictment.

     The investigation began on Friday, February 11, 2022, at approximately 7:30 p.m., when Members of The Willingboro Township Police Department responded to The Kennedy Plaza in the 400 block of John F. Kennedy Way on a report of a Shooting. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found the body of Adam Janson, 19, in the Parking Lot in front of a Pizza Shop.

     The investigation determined that Mr. Janson, who was known to reside in the Burlington City, Burlington Township area, got into a vehicle with Mr. Crowderparham and Alexa Hess, 19, of Burlington City. An argument ensued and Mr. Crowderparham Shot Mr. Janson as he attempted to exit the vehicle. The investigation further determined that after the Shooting, Mr. Crowderparham and Ms. Hess, who was the Driver, went to a nearby residence and cleaned the vehicle.

     Ms. Hess has been Charged with Third Degree Endangering an Injured Victim; Third Degree Conspiracy; Third Degree Hindering; Fourth Degree Obstructing the Administration of Law; and Fourth Degree Tampering with Physical Evidence. Ms. Hess was taken into custody on Sunday, February 13, 2022 and lodged in The Atlantic County Justice Facility in Mays Landing, New Jersey pending a Detention Hearing in Burlington County State Superior Court. The Charges against Ms. Hess will also be presented to a Grand Jury for possible Indictment.

"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 FEBRUARY 22, 2022: LAW, BURLINGTON: 

Paterson Homicide Investigation

PASSAIC COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE INVESTIGATING THE FATAL SHOOTING OF A CLIFTON MAN

     " The Fatal Shooting Of  Divan E. Tejeda In The Area Of 999 Market Street In Paterson Is Actively Being Investigated."

February 22, 2022 9:13 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- Yesterday, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora announced that at  on Monday, February 21, 2022, at approximately 4:26 p.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of 999 Market Street in Paterson, New Jersey on a report of Shots Fired. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a male victim, later identified as Divan E. Tejeda, 23, of Clifton, New Jersey, lying in the roadway with Multiple Gunshot Wounds. 

     Police Officers and Medical Personnel provided medical aid, and Mr. Tejeda was immediately transported to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. More information may become available once released by authorities.

     The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about the Death of Mr. Tejeda 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.

FILED UNDER FEBRUARY 22, 2022: LAW, PASSAIC: