Somerville Fatal Fire Investigation

INVESTIGATION CONTINUES INTO A SUNDAY MORNING FIRE THAT CLAIMED THE LIFE OF A WOMAN

     " Detectives Are Continuing To Investigate The Cause Of A Fire That Claimed The Life Of A 68-Year-Old Somerville Woman."

September 30, 2022, 3:33 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

SOMERVILLE, NJ.- On Monday, September 26, 2022, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald and Somerville Police Chief Dennis Manning jointly announced Detectives are continuing to investigate the cause of a house fire that occurred at a West Cliff Street home that claimed the life of a 68-Year-Old woman Sundy Morning.

     On Sunday, September 25, 2022, at approximately 6:42 a.m., Members of The Somerville Police Department and Members of The Somerville Fire Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a smoke condition at a West Cliff Street Residence.

     Upon arrival, Fire Department Personnel and Police Officers discovered a small fire located on the first floor and basement area of the residence. Somerville Fire Department Personnel quickly extinguished the fire.

     A subsequent search of the residence located an unresponsive woman inside the home. Emergency Medical Personnel performed Life Saving to the woman. The woman succumbed to her injury and was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene. 

     Detective are continuing to determine the cause of the fire. An autopsy was being performed on the woman to determine the cause and manner of her death.

     The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone that may have additional information regarding the fire to contact The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Unit at (908) 231-7100 or The Somerville Police Department at (908) 725-0331.

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 30, 2022: LAW, SOMERSET:  

Kearny Man Additional Charged

KEARNY MAN NOW FACES MANSLAUGHTER CHARGES IN THE SEPTEMBER 20TH STABBING DEATH OF A 34-YEAR-OLD MAN

     " Matthew Kochell, First Charged With The Desecration Of Human Remains, Stands Charged With Aggravated Manslaughter In The Stabbing Death Of Corey McFadden."

September 29, 2022, 11:26 A.M. ET By Yesica Ramirez-Alzate Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

KEARNY, NJ.- On Thursday, September 29, 2022, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced that a 32-Year-Old Kearny, New Jersey man, First Charged with The Desecration of Human Remains now faces Additional Charges in connection with the Fatal Stabbing of Corey McFadden in Kearny, New Jersey on Tuesday, September 20, 2022.

     Matthew Kochell, 32, of Kearny, stands Charged with First Degree Aggravated Manslaughter; Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Fourth Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Mr. Kochell and codefendant Elliot Barton, 39, of Kearny, New Jersey were both previously charged with Desecrating/Disturbing Human Remains, and are currently in custody at The Hudson County Correctional Facility. Mr. Kochell is scheduled to appear in Court on Tuesday, October 4, 2022.

     On Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at approximately 5:45 a.m., Members of The Kearny Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting an individual lying on the ground in the area of Belgrove Drive and Afton Street. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered a man, later identified as Corey McFadden, 34, having succumbed to Multiple Stab Wounds to the lower body. Mr. McFadden was pronounced deceased at the scene at 6:20 a.m. 

     A subsequent autopsy performed by The Regional Medical Examiner determined the Cause of Death to be Multiple Stab Wounds and The Manner of Death to be that of Homicide.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022: LAW, HUDSON:  

Florida Man Charged

FLORIDA MAN CHARGED WITH THE SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A PALISADES PARK NEW JERSEY CHILD

     " Joey Perez, 42, Of Miami, Florida Charged With Sexual Assault & Child Endangerment For The Rape Of A Child In November, 2021."

September 28, 2022, 4:52 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PALISADES PARK, NJ.- On Monday, September 26, 2022, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of Joey Perez, 42, of Miami, Florida on Sexual Assault and Endangering the Welfare of a Child Offenses. 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 Anthony Espino.

     During the month of February 2022, The Palisades Park Police Department contacted The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit regarding the Alleged Sexual Assault of a Child. 

     An ensuing investigation by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and the Palisades Park Police Department determined that Mr. Perez Sexually Assaulted the Child who was between the Ages of Thirteen and Sixteen in Palisades Park, New Jersey in November 2021.

     On Tuesday, August 23, 2022, Mr. Perez was Arrested in Sunrise, Florida and Charged with Two Counts of Second Degree Sexual Assault; and One Count of Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Mr. Perez was lodged in The Broward County Correctional Facility and then Extradited to New Jersey.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 28, 2022: LAW, BERGEN:  

Trenton Homicide Investigation

INVESTIGATION CONTINUES INTO THE SHOOTING DEATH OF MAN FOUND INSIDE A CAR TUESDAY NIGHT

     " 31-Year-Old Hamilton Man Found Shot Multiple Times In His Chest Inside His Cadillac Tuesday Night In Trenton, New Jersey."

September 22, 2022, 6:44 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

TRENTON, NJ.- On Wednesday, September 21, 2022, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and The Trenton Police Department are continuing the investigation into the Shooting Death of a man that occurred Tuesday evening in the City.

     On Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at approximately 7:50 p.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to a Multiple Round Shot Spotter Activation in the area of Howard and Hancock Streets. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered an unresponsive man in the Driver’s Seat of a Maroon Cadillac sedan suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest. 

     The man, later identified as Keenan Anthony Trower, 31, of Hamiliton, New Jersey was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center where Mr. Trower succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased a short time later.

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

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 22, 2022: LAW, MERCER:

Camden New Jersey Man Convicted

JURY CONVICTS CAMDEN MAN FOR THE SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CLARIDGE HOTEL HOUSEKEEPER

     " Kye Hardison Has Been Convicted For The July, 2020 Aggravated Sexual Assault Of A Hotel Housekeeper."

September 20, 2022, 5:42 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- On Monday, September 19, 2022, Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds announced that a Jury sitting in Atlantic County, New Jersey has returned Guilty Verdicts, convicting a 35-Year-Old Camden, New Jersey man for the July, 2020 Sexual Assault of a Claridge Hotel Housekeeper.

     Following a Six Day Trial, The Atlantic County Jury convicted Kye Hardison, 35, of Camden, New Jersey on One Count of Aggravated Sexual Assault; One Count of Second Degree Sexual Assault; and One Count of Second Degree Burglary.

     Mr. Hardison will now face the potential exposure of Life in New Jersey State Prison. Sentencing will be scheduled upon Mr. Hardison's Evaluation at Avenel Diagnostic Facility.

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 20, 2022: LAW, ATLANTIC:  

Early Sunday Morning Shooting

SUNDAY MORNING PATERSON SHOOTING LEAVES ONE DEAD AND ANOTHER IN CRITICAL CONDITION

     " Detectives Continue To Investigate The Circumstance Surrounding An Early Morning Shooting."

September 19, 2022, 5:44 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Sunday, September 18, 2022, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Acting Paterson Police Chief Bert Ribeiro announced that on September 18, 2022, at approximately 1:47 a.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of Belle Avenue and Hopper Street in Paterson, New Jersey on a report of a Shooting. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered Two Individuals, a 45- Year-Old Paterson man and a 28-Year-Old Paterson woman, both having sustained Gunshot Wounds. The Two were immediately transported to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center in  Paterson, where the man succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. The woman remains hospitalized in critical condition.

     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 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.

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 19, 2022: LAW, PASSAIC: 

Police Officer Admits Guilt

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP POLICE LIEUTENANT ADMITS GUILT IN ACCESSING CRIMINAL DATABASE

     " John Todd Pleaded Guilty On Friday Third Degree Computer Theft For Passing Criminal Database Information To Third Party."

September 18, 2022 5:14 A.M. ET, By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

FREEHOLD, NJ.- On Friday, September 16, 2022, Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey announced that on Friday, a 27-Year Veteran of The Freehold Township Police Department has admitted to illegally using information from a Police Database for his personal use.

     Lieutenant John Todd, 58, Pleaded Guilty to One Count of Third Degree Computer Theft on Friday, September 16, 2022 in Monmouth County State Superior Court.

     Under the terms of the Plea Agreement, Mr. Todd will permanently forfeit Public Employment in The State of New Jersey. Todd will receive a term of Probation, and pay approximately $1,000.00 in Fines. Mr. Todd will also be allowed to enroll into The Pretrial Intervention Program for First Time Offenders. If Mr. Todd had proceeded to Trial and was Convicted, he would have faced up to Five Years in New Jersey State Prison.

     An investigation conducted by The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office determined that on February 23, 2022, Todd contacted a Police Department Dispatcher and asked the Dispatcher to run a Criminal Background Check on an individual from The Criminal Justice System Database, a system that only Law Enforcement Personnel are allowed to use. Mr. Todd then passed the information along to a Third Party, who was not a Law Enforcement Official.

     " Regardless of rank, there is no place within law enforcement for conduct such as this," Acting Prosecutor Linskey said. "The vast majority of officers countrywide routinely serve the public with integrity and honor, risking their own lives on the job every single day. Actions such as those of Lt. Todd unfortunately make the work they do all the more challenging, particularly when it comes to gaining and maintaining the trust and respect of the citizens who depend on them."

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 18, 2022: LAW, MONMOUTH:    

Evesham Township Man Charged

48 YEAR OLD MARLTON MAN CHARGED AFTER ATTEMPTING TO LURE A 13 YEAR OLD FOR SEX

     " Daniel R. Gallagher Of Marlton Arrested  At The Staples Store On Route 70 On Charges He Was Going To Meet A 13-Year-Old Girl For Sex."

September 17, 2022 5:49 P.M. ET, By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Friday, September 16, 2022 Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Evesham Township Police Chief Walt Miller announced that a 48-Year-Old Marlton man traveled to the Staples store on Route 70 in Evesham Township Wednesday afternoon believing he would be having sex with the 13-Year Old Girl he met through a chat app and had been texting with over the last several weeks.

     Instead, Mr. Gallagher was greeted by Investigators of The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office HighTech Crimes Unit, The Evesham Township Police Department and United States Homeland Security Investigations – Cherry Hill Office, who immediately Arrested him an took him into custody.

     In reality, the young girl Daniel R. Gallagher had arranged to meet was a Law Enforcement Officer who was on patrolling in cyberspace looking for Sexual Predators.

     Mr. Gallagher, of Willow Ridge Road, has been Charged with Second Degree Attempting to Lure a Minor; Second Degree Attempted Sexual Assault; Third Degree Debauching the Morals of a Child; Third Degree Providing Obscenity to a Minor; and Fourth Degree Attempted Criminal Sexual Contact.

     After being processed on the Charges, Mr. Gallagher  was Remanded to The Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly pending a Detention Hearing in Burlington County State Superior Court. The case will be prepared for presentation to a Grand Jury for potential Indictment.

     The investigation began earlier this summer after Mr. Gallagher’s Online Activities were uncovered by Law Enforcement Officials. Prior to orchestrating the rendezvous, Mr. Gallagher sent Nude Photos and Videos to the Girl he believed he would be meeting.

"The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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."  

Riverdale New Jersey Woman Charged

35 YEAR OLD RIVERDALE WOMAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH A JUNE 11, 2022 FATAL CRASH

     " Maria Oliveri Has Been Charged With Vehicular Homicide & Assault By Auto For The June 11, 2022 Crash That Killed One & Serious Injured Another."

September 17, 2022 4:59 P.M. ET, By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PEQUANNOCK, NJ.- This morning, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Christoph K. Kimker, and Pequannock Township Police Chief Daniel Comune announced that Maria Oliveri, age 35, of Riverdale, New Jersey, has been Formally Charged in connection with a Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash that occurred in Pequannock Township on June 11, 2022.

     On June 11, 2022, at approximately 8:23 a.m., Members of The Pequannock Township Police Department responded to the scene of a Motor Vehicle Collision involving a Motor Vehicle, a Pedestrian, and a Bicyclist in the area of 157 Boulevard in Pequannock Township.

     The ensuing investigation determined that a Mitsubishi Mirage operated by Maria Oliveri had been traveling North in the Southbound lane of travel on the Boulevard when the vehicle that Ms. Oliveri was operating Struck a Female Bicyclist and a Female Pedestrian.

     The Pedestrian, age 55, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The Bicyclist, age 32, sustained serious bodily injuries as a result of the collision.

     Following further investigation, Police Officers have Formally Charged Ms. Oliveri with One Count of Second Degree Vehicular Homicide; and One Count of Disorderly Persons Assault by Auto on September 9, 2022. Ms. Oliveri has also been Charged with a Number of Motor Vehicle Offenses.

      The investigation remains active and ongoing, anyone that may have additional information regarding the Crash is urged to contact The Morris County Prosecutor's Office at (973) 285-6200 or you may contact The Pequannock Township Police Department at (973) 835-1700.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 17, 2022: LAW, MORRIS: 

Pemberton Teen Charged In Shooting

GUN PLAY ENDS WITH A PEMBERTON TEEN CHARGED WITH THE SHOOTING DEATH OF HIS FRIEND

     " Jah-son Jones, 18, Charged With Reckless Manslaughter & Weapons Offenses After Fatally Shooting Nasiah Carson, 19, Of Maple Shade."

September 17, 2022, 6:26 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

MAPLE SHADE, NJ.- On Friday, September 16, 2022, Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Maple Shade Police Chief Christopher J. Fletcher announced that an 18-Year-Old Pemberton Township man has been Charged with Fatally Shooting his Friend in his Maple Shade, New Jersey home in the early morning hours yesterday.

     Jah-son Jones, 18, of Pemberton Township, NewJersey has been Charged with Second Degree Reckless Manslaughter; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Mr. Jones was processed on the Offenses and remanded to The Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly pending a Detention Hearing in Burlington County State Superior Court.

     On Friday, September 16, 2022, at approximately 3:45 a.m., Members of The Maple Shade Police Department responded to a residence in the 300 block of South Coles Avenue on a report of a Shooting. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered that Nasiah Carson, 19, had been taken to Cooper University Medical Center in Camden, New Jersey by family and friends in the home after the Shooting occurred. Mr. Carson succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased a short time later.

     The ensuing investigation determined that the Shooting appeared to be accidental. Detectives further determined that Mr. Jones and Mr. Carson were Playing with a Handgun that the two believed was unloaded at the time Mr. Jones pointed it at Mr. Carson and squeezed the trigger. A Bullet was in the Chamber, and the Firearm Discharged, Striking the Mr. Carson.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 17, 2022: LAW, BURLINGTON: 

Jersey City Woman Charged With Murder

WOMAN CHARGED WITH MURDER AFTER HER VICTIM DIES DUE TO COMPLICATIONS OF BEING STABBED

     " Sykirrah Kirkland Has Been Charged With Murder & Weapons Offenses In The February 19, 2022 Jersey City Stabbing Incident."

September 16, 2022, 4:06 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Thursday, September 15, 2022, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit has Arrested a 28-Year-Old Jersey City woman after a man has died as a result of injuries he sustained from a stabbing in Jersey City, New Jersey.

     Sykirrah Kirkland, of Jersey City, New Jersey has been Charged with First Degree Murder; Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Fourth Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Ms. Kirkland was Arrested at the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, and was remanded to The Hudson County Correctional Facility pending her first court appearance in Hudson County Central Judicial Processing Court.

     On Saturday, February 19, 2022, at approximately 8:05 p.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to 67 Lexington Avenue on reports of a Fight. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Omar Boatwright, 29, of Jersey City, New Jersey, having sustained Multiple Stab Wounds. Mr. Boatwright was immediately transported to Jersey City Medical Center, for treatment.  

     On Saturday, July 9, 2022, Mr. Boatwright was readmitted to the hospital to be treated for complications relating to injuries from the stabbing and succumbed to his complications, and was subsequently pronounced deceased on Friday, July 16, 2022. The Regional Medical Examiner’s Office determined the Cause of Death to be Complications of a Stab Wound to the Abdomen, Delayed Death and the Manner of Death to be Homicide.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 16, 2022: LAW, HUDSON:  

Man Arrested For Fatal Stabbing

NEW BRUNSWICK MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO THE FATAL STABBING OF AN EDISON MAN

     " Rahmaad Howard Of New Brunswick Charged With Murder & Weapons Offenses For Fatally Stabbing Barry James Monday Morning."

September 14, 2022, 6:53 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ.- On Tuesday, September 13, 2022, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and New Brunswick Police Director Anthony A. Caputo announced on Tuesday, a New Brunswick man has been Arrested and Charged in connection to the Monday morning Fatal Stabbing of an Edison Township man.

     On Monday, September 12, 2022, at approximately 6:29 a.m., Members of The New Brunswick Police Department responded to the area of Throop Avenue and Townsend Street on a report of a Stabbing.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a victim, later identified as Barry James, 36, of Edison, New Jersey, suffering from Multiple Stab Wounds. Mr. Barry was immediately transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased.

     A shift investigation conducted by Detectives from The New Brunswick Police Department in conjunction with Detectives from The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office identified Rahmaad Howard, 34, of New Brunswick, New Jersey has the person responsible for the Stabbing Death of Mr. James. Detectives further determined that the Fatal Stabbing was not a random act of violence. Mr James was known to Mr. Howard.

     As a result, Mr. Howard has been Charged with First Degree Murder; Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Third Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Mr. Howard was processed on the Charges and remanded to The Middlesex County Adult Correctional Center, pending his First Appearance and a subsequent Detention Hearing in Middlesex County Superior Court.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 14, 2022: LAW, MIDDLESEX:  

      

Man Arrested In Trenton Homicide

TRENTON NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO THE SEPTEMBER 2nd TRENTON HOMICIDE

     " Anthony Smith Of Trenton Has Been Charged With The Shooting Death Of A Man & The Shooting Of Another Man Occurring On September 2, 2022."

September 13, 2022 7:26 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

HACKENSACK, NJ.- On Monday, September 12, 2022, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced that a Trenton, New Jersey man was Arrested in Hackensack, New Jersey by Members of The United States NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force in connection with the September 2, 2022 Fatal Shooting of a Trenton Man and the Shooting of another Man.

     Anthony Smith, 42, of Trenton, New Jersey was taken into custody on September 8, 2022 and Charged with First Degree Murder; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and Second Degree Certain Persons Not to Possess Weapons.

     The Charges are the result of an investigation conducted by The Mercer County Homicide Task Force in conjunction with The Trenton Police Department.

     On September 2, 2022, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to a Multiple Shot Spotter Activation and Multiple 911 Emergency Calls on reports of a Shooting that had occurred in The 200 Block of Spring Street in Trenton, New Jersey.

      Upon arrival, Police Officers located to men, Rashee Barlow, 35, of Trenton and another 38-Year-Old man, both men sustaining Gunshot Wounds. Both men were immediately transported to an area hospital where Mr. Barlow succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased a short time later. The second man was treated for a Gunshot Wound to his leg.

"The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 13, 2022: LAW, MERCER:

   

5 Essex County Men Charged

FIVE ESSEX COUNTY MEN ARRESTED AFTER ATTEMPTING TO BURGLARIZE MULTIPLE VEHICLES IN MONTVILLE

     " After A 7 Hour Search, 5 Essex County, New Jersey Men Have Been Arrested & Charged With Multiple Offenses By Morris County Authorities."

September 10, 2022, 11:08 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

MONTVILLE, NJ.- After an early Friday morning Crime Spree, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Christoph K. Kimker, Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon, Montville Township Police Chief Andrew Caggiano, and Boonton Police Department Officer in Charge Christian Trowbridge, that Five Essex County, New Jersey men were taken into custody after fleeing from a Stolen High End SUV that became disabled while Eluding Police.

     On Friday, September 9, 2022, at approximately 5:43 a.m., Members of The Montville Township Police Department responded to multiple calls from residents in the area of Quarry Mountain Road and Turkey Hill Road regarding a suspicious Porsche Cayenne whose occupants were attempting to steal vehicles from driveways. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers were able to locate the Porsche traveling at a high rate of speed on Taylortown Road. As The Police Officers attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop, the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed and entered onto Interstate 287 South. The Porsche, reported stolen out of Bergen County, New Jersey became disabled on Interstate 287 and the five men fled on foot from the vehicle.

     The Montville Township Police Department and Officers from the Boonton Police Department began to search the area for the men. The search was conducted by Members of The Montville Township Police Department, Boonton Police Department, Parsippany Police Department, Morris County Sheriff’s Office, and The New Jersey State Police.The search lasted until around 1:00 PM., when all five men were taken into Custody.

     The Arrested are Shuron D. Solomon, 24, of Newark, Newark Jersey; Marquis Nickels, 28, of Irvington, New Jersey; Sergio Furtado, 20, of Newark, New Jersey; Dandre McFadden, 24, Newark, New Jersey; and Brandon O. Juddmoore, 20, Newark, New Jersey.

     All Five Men were Charged Third Degree Theft by Knowingly Receiving Moveable Property; Fourth Degree Unlawful Taking of Means of Conveyance; Third Degree Conspiracy to Commit Burglary; and Fourth Degree Resisting Arrest by Flight.

     After being processed on The Charges, the Five Men were remanded to The Morris County Jail pending their First Appearance, in Morris County Superior Court.

     Sheriff Gannon stated, “The Morris County Chiefs of Police, led by President Chief Jeffrey Almer, Chief Andrew Caggiano, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll and I have been meeting frequently lately to plan how to better battle this crime scourge. Today, we put some of our plans into action and the result was successful. We’ll keep up the communication, strategy, and teamwork. Our neighbors are nervous and we want to keep them safe!”

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 10, 2022: LAW, MORRIS: 

Passaic New Jersey Shooting

PASSAIC COUNTY AUTHORITIES CONTINUE TO INVESTIGATE A LATE FRIDAY AFTERNOON SHOOTING

     " No Injuries Are Reported In A Friday Afternoon Shooting In The Area Of Madison Street & Leonard Place, Passaic, New Jersey."

September 10, 2022, 10:13 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News

PASSAIC, NJ.- On Friday, September 9, 2022, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Passaic Police Chief Luis A. Guzman announced that on September 9, 2022, at approximately 4:12 p.m., Members of the Passaic Police Department responded to the area of Madison Street and Leonard Place in Passaic, New Jersey on a report of a shooting. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a potential crime scene, but Officers were unable to locate no victims.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstance surrounding the incident.

     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 Passaic Police Department at 973-365-3900.

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 10, 2022: LAW, PASSAIC:  

High School Teacher Charged

STEINERT HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER ARRESTED FOR HAVING A SEXUAL RELATIONSHIP WITH A STUDENT

     " Anthony Linder-Creo, Has Been Charged With Second Degree Sexual Assault For Having An Inappropriate Relationship With His Student."

September 9, 2022, 5:58 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

TRENTON, NJ.- On Thursday, September 8, 2022, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced that a Business Teacher and Multi-Sport Coach at Steinert High School was Arrested and Charged yesterday for having an Inappropriate Sexual Relationship with a female student.

     Anthony Linder-Creo, 24, of Robbinsville, New Jersey was formally Charged with Four Counts of Second Degree Sexual Assault and One Count of Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Mr. Linder-Creo was processed on the Charges and remanded to The Mercer County Correction Center pending a Detention Hearing.

     It has been alleged that Mr. Linder-Creo had Sexual Relations with a 17-Year Old Female Student at his home in Robbinsville, New Jersey during an occasion in August 2022.

     Mr. Linder-Creo was Arrested on Thursday, September 8, 2022, following an investigation conducted by The Mercer County Prosecutor’s Special Victims Unit. The investigation remains active and ongoing.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, That 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 SEPTEMBER 9, 2022: LAW, MERCER:

  

East Orange New Jersey Man Charged

25 YEAR OLD EAST ORANGE MAN CHARGED WITH THE SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD

     " Joshua Foster Has Been Charged For Sexually Assaulting A Child Under The Age Of 2-Years-Old."

September 7, 2022, 6:23 A.M. ET, By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

ENGLEWOOD, NJ.- On Tuesday, September 6, 2022, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrest of  Joshua Foster of East Orange, New Jersey on Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment Charges. 

     

     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 Englewood Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

 

   

     On Saturday, September 3, 2022, The Englewood Police Department contacted The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit regarding the Alleged Sexual Assault of a Child. 

     An ensuing investigation by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and The Englewood Police Department determined that Mr. Foster Sexually Assaulted the Child, who was Two Years Old or Younger at the time, in Englewood, New Jersey.

     As a result of the investigation, on Saturday, September 3, 2022, Mr. Foster was Arrested in Englewood, New Jersey and Charged with First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault; First Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child; and Second Degree Sexual Assault by Contact. 

     Mr. Foster 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, That 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 SEPTEMBER 7, 2022: LAW, BERGEN: 

Passaic New Jersey Shooting

NO INJURIES REPORTED IN AN EARLY LABOR DAY SHOOTING IN PASSAIC NEW JERSEY

     " Authorities Are Unable To Locate Any Victims In An Early Morning Shooting In Passaic, New Jersey."

September 7, 2022, 5:14 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PASSAIC, NJ.- On Monday, September 5, 2022, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Passaic Police Chief Luis A. Guzman announced that on September 5, 2022, at approximately 12:19 a.m., Members of the Passaic Police Department responded to the area of Willet Street and Brighton Avenue in Passaic, New Jersey on a report of a Shooting. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a potential crime scene, but were unable to locate any victims.

     No arrests have been made and 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 this incident to contact The Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or you can contact The Passaic Police Department at 973-365-3900.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 7, 2022; LAW, PASSAIC: 

Woodbridge Murder Suicide Investigation

MIDDLESEX COUNTY AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING A WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP MURDER SUICIDE

     " Police Are Trying To Determine The Circumstances Surrounding Yesterday's Murder Suicide."

September 1, 2022 4:14 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

WOODBRIDGE, NJ.- On Wednesday, August 31, 2022, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Woodbridge Township Police Director Robert Hubner announced Detectives are continuing their investigation into an apparent Murder, Suicide that occurred late yesterday afternoon.

     On Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at approximately 4:37 p.m., Members of The Woodbridge Township Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call on a report of a Shooting at a Soren Street residence.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered an unresponsive woman who had succumbed from a Gunshot Wound lying on the front lawn. Within minutes Police Officers locate another person who also succumbed to a Gunshot Wound, both individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene.

     Based upon the preliminary investigation, Police determined that there is no threat to the public and it appears to be an apparent Murder, Suicide.

FILED UNDER SEPTEMBER 1, 2022: LAW, MIDDLESEX: