Missing Princeton Student Found Dead

AUTHORITIES HAVE FOUND THE BODY OF PRINCETON UNIVERSITY UNDERGRAD MISRACH EWUNETIE

     " After Been Missing Early Friday Morning, Police Find The Body Of Misrach Ewunetie Near The Tennis Courts On Princeton University."

October 20, 2022, 5:45 P.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PRINCETON, NJ.- On Thursday, October 20, 2022, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced that on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at approximately 1:00 p.m., Authorities located the deceased body of Princeton University Student Misrach Ewunetie, 20, who has been missing since the early morning hours of Friday, October 14, 2022 after attending an event.

     Ms. Ewunetie's body was discovered outside on The Facilities Grounds behind the tennis courts by a Facilities Employee this afternoon. An Autopsy will be performed by The Middlesex County Medical Examiner's Office to determine the manner and cause of death. 

     However there were no obvious signs of injury and the death does not appear suspicious or criminal in nature.

     Ms. Ewunetie was last seen near Scully Hall Dorm Building on Friday, October 14, 2022, at around 3:00 a.m.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 20, 2022: LAW, LOCAL, MERCER:

 

      

Wall Township Couple Charged

WALL TOWNSHIP COUPLE CHARGED AFTER THEIR TODDLER OVERDOSED ON NARCOTICS 

     " Sharek White & Alexis Mistretta Have Been Charged With Second Degree Child Endangerment After Their Daughter Was Exposed To Opioids."

October 20, 2022, 10:38 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

FREEHOLD, NJ.- In another case of the opioid tragedy plaguing The Country. On Wednesday, October 19, 2022, Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced that a Wall Township, New Jersey couple have been Charged with Child Endangerment Offenses after their toddler overdosed on suspected Opioids in the Family Home Monday, October 17, 2022.

     Sharek White, 46 and Alexis Mistretta, 37, of Wall Township have each been Charged with One Count Second Degree Endangering The Welfare of a Child.

     On Monday Night, October 17, 2022, Members of The Wall Township Police Department responded to a residence located on The 1100 Block of 17th Avenue on a report of a suspected Overdose.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered an unresponsive girl just under the age of two, with Lifesaving efforts already being performed on the toddler. The Girl was immediately transported to a local hospital, where she is recovering and being monitored.

     A preliminary investigation determined that the girl had been playing with items that had been contaminated with Opioid Narcotics.

     Anyone that may have additional information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Jose I. Rodriguez of The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office at (800) 533-7443 or Wall Township Police Detective Ty Hughes at (732) 449-4500 Ext. 1191.

     Mr. White and Ms. Mistretta are currently lodged in The Monmouth County Correctional Institution pending a Detention Hearing scheduled for Monday, October 24, 2022.

" 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 OCTOBER 20, 2022: LAW, MONMOUTH:    

Man Charged In Passaic Stabbing

19 YEAR OLD CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO THE OCTOBER 9, 2022 FATAL STABBING IN PASSAIC

     " John Martinez Has Been Charged With Murder For The Fatal Stabbing Of  A 16-Year-Old Passaic Teen During An Altercation."

October 14, 2022, 4:29 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PASSAIC, NJ.- On Tuesday, October 11, 2022, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Passaic Police Chief Luis A. Guzman announced at the conclusion of an investigation conducted by Members of The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office in conjunction with Detectives from The Passaic Police Department, John E. Martinez, 19, of Passaic, New Jersey has been Arrested and Charged in Connection to the early Sunday morning Fatal Stabbing in the area of Kreuger Place and Popular Street.

     Mr. Martinez 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.

     On Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 1:18 a.m., Members of The Passaic Police Department responded to the area of Kreuger Place and Popular Street in Passaic on a report of a Stabbing.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 16-Year-Old Boy and a 17-Year-Old Boy, both from Passaic that had been Stabbed during a fight. The 16-Year-Old was pronounced deceased at the scene. The 17-Year-Old was immediately transported to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center for treatment. 

     The subsequent investigation determined that Mr. Martinez was the assailant and the individual responsible for the Stabbing Death of the 16-Year-Old. Mr. Martinez was taken into Custody on Monday, October 10, 2022, in the area of Grove Street and Broadway in Passaic. 

     Mr. Martinez is currently lodged in The Passaic County Jail. The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office will file a Pretrial Detention Motion to have Mr. Martinez detained pending the resolution of the Charges against him.

      The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone that may have additional information regarding this incident is urged to contact The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact The Passaic Police Department Bureau at (973) 365-3900.

" 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 OCTOBER 14, 2022: LAW, PASSAIC:  

Trenton Homicide Investigation

MERCER COUNTY HOMICIDE TASK FORCE CONTINUE TO INVESTIGATE A SUNDAY FATAL SHOOTING

     " Detectives Continue To Investigate The Circumstance Surrounding The Shooting Death Of A 33-Year-Old Trenton Man."

October 10, 2022, 4:32 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independendent News,

TRENTON, NJ.- On Monday, October 10, 2022, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and Members of The Trenton Police Department are continuing their investigation into the Shooting Death of a Trenton man.

     On Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 3:10 p.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to a Multiple Shotspotter Activation located in The First Block of Ewing Avenue in Trenton.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found an adult man, later identified as Daquan Brown, 33, of Trenton, New Jersey lying on the ground in Kersey Ally suffering from a Gunshot Wound to his shoulder. Mr. Brown was immediately transported to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injury and was subsequently pronounced deceased.

     No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information regarding The Shooting Death of Daquan Brown is urged to Contact The Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406 or mchtftips@mercercounty.org.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 11, 2022: LAW, MERCER:  

Paterson Shooting

29 YEAR OLD PATERSON MAN INJURED IN A LATE THURSDAY AFTERNOON SHOOTING

     " Shooting In The Area Of  Clinton & North 6th Streets Leaves A Paterson Man Hospitalized."

October 7, 2022, 4:28 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Thursday, October 6, 2022, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Acting Paterson Police Chief Bert Ribeiro announced that yesterday at approximately 5:22 p.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department were notified by Hospital Personnel that a 29-Year-Old Paterson man had arrived a Saint Joseph's University Medical Center seeking treatment for a Non-Life Threatening Gunshot Wound.

     Based on the initial investigation, the man was shot in the area of Clinton and North 6th Streets in Paterson. Police Officers located a potential crime scene in the area.

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

     The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone that may have additional information regarding the Shooting to contact The Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or The Paterson Police Ceasefire Unit at (973) 321-1342.

FILED UNDER OCTOBER 7, 2022: LAW, PASSAIC: 

Phillipsburg Man Charged

PHILLIPSBURG MAN CHARGED AFTER THE CULMINATION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY INVESTIGATION

     " Zachary Danner Charged With Second Degree & Third Degree Endangering The Welfare Of A Child For Possession & Distribution Of Child Pornography."

October 6, 2022, 9:05 P.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

BELVIDERE, NJ.- On Thursday, October 6, 2022, Warren County Prosecutor James L. Pfeiffer announced that at the conclusion of an investigation into the Possession and Distribution of Child Pornography, a 23-Year-Old Lopatcong Township man has been Arrested and Charged with Multiple Counts of Child Endangerment.

     Back in July of 2022, a File Sharing Application Dropbox reported to The National Center for Missing Children that a user on their platform was allegedly Uploading Images depicting the Sexual Exploitation of Children alerted The Warren County Prosecutor's Office, which initiated a extensive investigation.

     The investigation was able to locate a suspect, later identified as Zachary Danner, 23, of Lopatcong Township, New Jersey. Detectives obtained a Court Authorized Communication Data Warrant in order to view the contents of the Dropbox Account. During the search, Detectives discovered images of Child Sexual Abuse Material. 

     On Wednesday, October 5, 2022, Detectives executed another Court Authorized Search Warrant at the home of Mr. Danner in which Mr. Danner was Arrested without incident.

     Mr. Danner was Formally Charged with Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child for Reproducing Images of Child Sexual Abuse Material; Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child for Possession with the Intent to Distribute Child Sexual Abuse Material; Second Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child for the Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material; and Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child for the Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material.

      Mr. Danner was processed on the Offenses and remanded, pending his First Appearance in Warren County State Superior Court. If Convicted, Mr. Danner will be exposed to a New Jersey State Prison Sentence of Ten Years and will be required to Register as a Sex Offender pursuant to Megan's Law Requirements.

" 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 OCTOBER 6, 2022: LAW, WARREN:   

 

Plainfield New Jersey Man Charged

20 YEAR OLD PLAINFIELD MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER FOR THE SHOOTING DEATH OF A SOMERSET MAN

     " Michael Cruz, 20, Of Plainfield Has Been Taken Into Custody For The September 17, 2022 Shooting Death Of  David Michael Buck Of Somerset, New Jersey."

October 6, 2022, 4:10 P.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PLAINFIELD, NJ.- On Thursday, October 6, 2022, Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel announced that a Plainfield, New Jersey man was Arrested Monday, October 3, 2022 in connection to a Shooting Death of a Somerset man that took place on September 17, 2022.

     Michael Cruz, 20, of Plainfield 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. The Charges are in connection with the Fatal Shooting of David Michael Buck of Somerset, New Jersey.

     On Monday, September 17, 2022 at approximately 6:38 p.m., Members of The Plainfield Police Department responded to the area of The 700 Block of Kensington Avenue in The City on reports of Gunshots. Upon arrival, Police Officers located a male victim, later identified as David Michael Buck of Somerset, New Jersey who was suffering from gunshot wounds. Mr. Buck was immediately transported to an area hospital where he succumbed ti his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased.

     On Monday, October 3, 2022, at approximately 5:30pm, Michael Cruz was taken into Custody by Members of The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force in Philadelphia. Union County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Task Force Sergeant Scuorzo and Detective Kirsh, along with Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit, Union County Sheriff’s Department Crime Scene Unit, and the Union County Police Department Ballistics Team, to execute this Arrest. Mr. Cruz was transported to The Philadelphia Police Department where he is awaiting Extradition proceedings to return him to New Jersey.

     Anyone with information regarding this matter is urged to contact Union County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Task Force Sergeant Chris Scuorzo at 908-472-0492, Detective Ryan Kirsh at 908-347-1420 or The Plainfield Police Department Criminal Investigations Bureau at 908-753- 3131.

" 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 OCTOBER 6, 2022: LAW, UNION:

 

Three Massachusetts Men Charged

THREE MASSACHUSETTS MEN CHARGED WITH DRUG AND WEAPONS OFFENSES IN BERGEN COUNTY

     " An Investigation In Teaneck Results In The Arrests Of Kelvin Perez, Joseph Espinal & Brayan Lebron On Drug Trafficking & Weapons Offenses."

October 6, 2022, 11:18 A.M. ET By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

TEANECK, NJ.- On Thursday, October 6, 2022, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the Arrests of Kelvin Perez, 36, of Lawrence, Massachusetts, Joseph Espinal, 22, of Lawrence Massachusetts & Brayan Lebron, 23, of Lawrence, Massachusetts on Narcotics and Weapons Offenses. The Arrests are a direct result of an investigation conducted by The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office.

     On Wednesday, October 5, 2022, while traveling through Bergen County, New Jersey the three Massachusetts men were stopped by Detectives from The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Narcotics Task Force on suspicion of Transporting Bulk Amounts of Narcotics, Weapons and Money derived from Criminal Activity.

     After being stopped in Teaneck, a Court Authorized Search Warrant was conducted on the men's vehicle. Detectives found Five Ounces of Suspected Cocaine, Two Loaded Handguns, one containing Hollow Point Bullets, and $25, 515.00 in Cash. The three men were Arrested at the scene. 

     Mr. Perez, Mr. Espinal, and Mr. Lebron were each Charged with First Degree Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Dangerous Substance in an amount Greater than Five Ounces; Two Counts of Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; Two Counts of Possession of a Weapon while Possessing a Controlled Dangerous Substance; Third Degree Money Laundering; and Fourth Degree Possession of Hollow Point Bullets.

     All three were processed on the Charges, and remanded to The Bergen County Jail to await their 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 OCTOBER 6, 2022: LAW, BERGEN:    

Jersey City Man Charged

JERSEY CITY MAN ARRESTED IN PENNSYLVANIA ON CHARGES FOR THE STABBING DEATH OF A MAN

     " Sean Williams Arrested & Charged In Connection With The May 29, 2022 Jersey City Stabbing Death Of  Jawon Purcell."

October 4, 2022, 4:32 A.M. ET Yesica Ramirez-Alzate Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Monday, October 3, 2022, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced that On Saturday, October 1, 2022, a Jersey City man was Arrested by Members of the Allentown Police Department as a Fugitive from Justice for his involvement in the May 29, 2022 Death of Jawon Purcell in Jersey City, New Jersey.

     Sean Williams, 33, of Jersey City has been Charged with First Degree Murder; Fourth Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. Mr. Williams was Arrested without incident at approximately 3:30 p.m. on West Emmaus Avenue in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Williams will be held in Pennsylvania on Additional Charges pending an extradition hearing to New Jersey.

     On May 29, 2022, at approximately 1:53 p.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to a report of a fight on Bostwick Avenue in The City. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found an unresponsive man, later identified as Jawon Purcell, 28, of Jersey City, New Jersey suffering from multiple Stab Wounds in the area of 112 Bostwick Avenue. Mr. Purcell, succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene at approximately 2:03 p.m. The Regional Medical Examiner’s Office determined the Cause of Death to be Sharp Force Wounds and the Manner of Death to be that Homicide.

     Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez credited The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit and The Jersey City Police Department for the investigation and The United States Marshals Service NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force and The Allentown Police Department for the Arrest.

" 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 OCTOBER 4, 2022: LAW, HUDSON: 

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: