BREAKING: Newark, New Jersey Shooting Homicide Investigation

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY SHOOTING LEAVES ONE MAN DEAD AND ANOTHER MAN HOSPITALIZED

     " Essex County Homicide Task Force Investigating The Circumstance Surrounding An Early Monday Morning Shooting, Homicide."

Tuesday, May 23, 2023, 8:07 A.M. ET. By George Petruska: Englebrook Independent News,

NEWARK, NJ.- Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II reported that Members of The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Task Force are continuing their investigation into the circumstance surrounding an early Monday morning Shooting that has claimed the Life of a Newark man, and has left another man Hospitalized.

     On Monday, May 21, 2023, at approximately 12:10 a.m., Members of The Newark Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a Shooting had occurred on The 100 Block of Riverview Court in Newark. Upon arrival, Police Officers found Two Men suffering from Multiple Gunshot Wounds.

     One of the men, Jamid Hardgrove, 22, of Newark, New Jersey was immediately transported to University Hospital, where he succumbed to Multiple Gunshot Wounds and was pronounced deceased at 1:02 a.m. The other man was also transported to University Hospital for treatment for Non-Life Threatening Gunshot Wounds. The man's condition is unknown at this time.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing, and no Arrests have been made. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432. 

FILED UNDER MAY 23, 2023: LAW, ESSEX:   

BREAKING: Paterson, New Jersey Shootings

TWO KILLED AND THREE HOSPITALIZED ON SUNDAY IN PATERSON, NEW JERSEY SHOOTINGS

     " On Sunday In Paterson, 2 People Were Fatally Shot & 3 Remain Hospitalized In A Rash Of Shootings In Paterson."

Monday, May 22, 2023, 2:21 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.-Two Men were Fatally Shot, and Three remain hospitalized, in Three Separate Shootings in Paterson, New Jersey, according to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes.

     On Sunday, May 21, 2023, at approximately 2:25 a.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of River and East 13th Street in Paterson, on a report of a Shooting. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 22-Year-Old Paterson man suffering from Multiple Gunshot Wounds. The man was immediately transported to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. While at the hospital Police Officers learned that a 24-Year-Old Paterson man and a 33-Year-Old Paterson man had arrived at Saint Joseph's University Medical Center seeking treatment for Gunshot Wounds. The initial investigation determined that all Three Were Shot in the area of River and 13th Streets in Paterson.

     Then just Six Hours later at approximately 8:30 a.m., on Sunday, Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of 18th Avenue and East 28th Street in Paterson on a report of a Suspicious Vehicle. Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered a 33-Year-Old Paterson man in the Driver's Seat of the vehicle with a Gunshot Wound to his Head. The man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

     Then again, on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at approximately 10:06 p.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center after being notified that a 19-Year-Old Paterson man had arrived there seeking treatment for a Non-Life Threatening Gunshot Wound. A Preliminary investigation determined that the man had been Shot in the area of 24th Street and Park Avenue in Paterson.

     At this time no Arrests have been made in connection with the Shootings. More information may become available once released by Authorities. 

     Anyone with information regarding the Shootings is asked to contact The Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact The Paterson Police Department's CeaseFire Unit at (973) 321-1342.

FILED UNDER MAY 22, 2023: LAW, PASSAIC:   

 

BREAKING: Woman Shot Multiple Times In Bergenfield

BERGEN COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE INVESTIGATING THE SHOOTING OF A WOMAN IN BERGENFIELD

     " A Woman Remains Hospitalized After Being Shot Multiple Times In Bergenfield, New Jersey."

Monday, May 22, 2023, 5:05 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

BERGENFIELD, NJ.- Last Night, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella reported that The Bergen County Major Crimes Unit and The Bergenfield Police Department are investigating a Shooting that occurred that has left a Woman hospitalized after being shot Multiple Times inside a Bergenfield Residence.

     On Sunday, May 21, 2023, at approximately 6:50 p.m., Members of The Bergenfield Police Department responded to 87 Taylor Street in Bergenfield, New Jersey on a report of a Shooting.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a Woman suffering from Multiple Gunshot Wounds. The Woman was immediately transported to Hackensack University Medical Center for treatment. The woman's condition is unknown at this time.

      The investigation remains active and ongoing and is actively being investigated by The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and The Bergenfield Police Department. More information may become available once released by Authorities.

FILED UNDER MAY 22, 2023: LAW, BERGEN:   

BREAKING: Newark, New Jersey Homicide Investigation

ESSEX COUNTY AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING THE FATAL SHOOTING OF A MAN

     " Authorities Are Investigating The Circumstance Surrounding The Fatal Shooting Of A 37-Year-Old Newark Man That Occurred Early Friday Morning

Sunday, May 21, 2023, 7:21 A.M. ET, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

NEWARK, NJ.- Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II reported that Members of The Essex County Homicide Task Force and Detectives of The Newark Police Department are actively investigating The Shooting Death of a 37-Year-Old Newark, New Jersey man that occurred early Friday Morning.

     On Friday, May 19, 2023, at approximately 2:35 a.m., Members of The Newark Police Department responded to The 100 Block of Lindsley Avenue in Newark on a report of a Shooting. Upon arrival, Police Officers were notified of a Motor Vehicle Accident on The 200 Block of Sunset Avenue in Newark. Responding Police Officers locate an Accident and found a man, later identified as Wesley Murphy, 37, of Newark in a car, suffering from Multiple Gunshot Wounds.

     Mr. Murphy was immediately transported to University Hospital in Newark, where he succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced deceased at 3:14 a.m.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing and no Arrests have been made. Anyone with information regarding the Fatal Shooting of Mr. Murphy is urged to contact The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

FILED UNDER MAY 21, 2023: LAW, ESSEX:  

BREAKING: UPDATE: Jersey City Man Charged

EX-BOYFRIEND CHARGED FOR THE BRUTAL SLAYING OF THE MOTHER OF HIS CHILDREN

     " Gregory Mallard Of Jersey City Was Charged On Friday, May 19, 2023, With Murder & Weapons Offenses In The Killing Of Norelis Mendoza."

Sunday, May 21, 2023, 5:25 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Friday, May 19, 2023, Members of The Hudson County Homicide Unit Charged a 35-Year-Old Jersey City, New Jersey man, with a Violent Past in connection with The Death of his Ex-Girlfriend, Norelis Mendoza, 32, of Lindenwold, New Jersey, who was found Dead on Wednesday, in a Wooded Area on the side of Route 440 in Bayonne, New Jersey, according to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez.

     Gregory Mallard, 35, of Jersey City was Charged with One Count of First Degree Murder; Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; Fourth Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; Third Degree Failing to Dispose of Human Remains in Accordance to Law; and Fourth Degree Tampering with Physical Evidence. Mr. Mallard is currently incarcerated at The Somerset County Jail in Somerville, New Jersey. The Homicide is currently being investigated as an Act of Domestic Violence.

     On Sunday, May 14, 2023, The Jersey City Police Department received a Missing Person report for Ms. Mendoza, who was last seen on Saturday, May 13, 2023, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Due to the nature of the Report, an investigation was initiated by Members of The Hudson County Homicide Unit with assistance from The Jersey City Police Department, The Bayonne Police Department, and The New Jersey State Police. The investigation determined that sometime between Saturday and Sunday, Mr. Mallard allegedly used his Motor Vehicle to run over Ms. Mendoza, Killing her.

     On Wednesday, May 17, 2023, Ms. Mendoza's Body was discovered by Police in a Wooded Area alongside Route 440 in Bayonne, New Jersey. Ms. Mendoza was pronounced deceased at the scene. The investigation remains active and ongoing. More information may become available once released by Authorities.

      Anyone that may have additional information regarding the Death of Ms. Mendoza is Urged to contact The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office at (201) 915-1345.

" 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 MAY 21, 2023: LAW, HUDSON:

      

     

  

BREAKING: Elizabeth, New Jersey Homicide Investigation

UNION COUNTY AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING THE MURDER OF A MAN 

     " Police Are Seeking Assistance In Identifying The Torso Of A Man Found Tuesday Floating In Elizabeth, New Jersey Waters."

Sunday, May 21, 2023, 3:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

ELIZABETH, NJ.- Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel reported that a Homicide investigation is underway in connection with a Torso that was found floating in the waters on the Elizabeth, New Jersey Waterfront.

     On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Members of The Elizabeth Police Department responded to South Front Street on The Elizabeth Waterfront and discovered a White Male Torso, floating in The Elizabeth River where it enters The Arthur Kill Waterway. The Body was recovered and transported to The Union County Medical Examiner's Office, which subsequently determined the Man's Manner of Death to be Homicide.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing and is being led by The Union County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Task Force and Detectives of The Elizabeth Police Department.

     Anyone with information regarding the Death of the Man is urged to contact Homicide Task Force Sgt. Filipe Afonso at (908) 603-7116 or Homicide Task Force Detective Kenneth Luongo at (908) 347-1935 or you can contact Elizabeth Police Detective James Szpond at (908) 558-2041.

FILED UNDER MAY 21, 2023: LAW, UNION:     

BREAKING: Passaic, New Jersey Shots Fired Investigation

PASSAIC COUNTY AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING A SHOTS FIRED REPORT IN PASSAIC, NEW JERSEY

     " Police Responded To A Report Of Gunfire, On Wednesday Night On Main Avenue In Passaic."

Friday, May 19, 2023, 9:35 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PASSAIC, NJ.- Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes reported that Detectives are continuing to investigate a Wednesday Night Gunfire incident that occurred in Passaic, New Jersey. 

     On Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at approximately 7:22 p.m., Members of The Passaic Police Department responded to the area of Main and Highland Avenues on a report of Shots being Fired. Upon arrival, Police Officers were able to find a Crime Scene but were unable to locate any Victim.

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

     The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone with information regarding 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 MAY 19, 2023: LAW, PASSAIC:

  

BREAKING; UPDATE: Arrest Made

18-YEAR-OLD BURLINGTON COUNTY MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH WEDNESDAY'S HOMICIDE

     " Joshua Davis, 18, Charged With Murder & Weapons Offenses In The Shooting Death Of Matthew Morales."

Friday, May 19, 2023, 4:03 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News, 

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ.- Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri reported that following a swift-moving investigation by The Mercer County Homicide Task Force in conjunction with The Hamilton Township Police Department, an 18-Year-Old Burlington County, New Jersey man was Arrested on Wednesday and Charged in the Shooting Death of Matthew Morales.

     Joshua Davis, 18, of Fieldsboro, New Jersey is Charged with One Count of First Degree Murder; Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. Mr. Davis was taken into Custody on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. After being Processed on the Charges Mr. Davis was Remanded to The Mercer County Correctional Facility. The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office has Filed a Pretrial Detention Motion pending Trial.

     On Wednesday, May 17, 2023, just after 1:00 a.m., Members of The Hamilton Township Police Department responded to The 4900 Block of South Broad Street in The Township on a report of a Shooting. Pon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Matthew Morales, 25, of Blackwood, New Jersey, lying in a Driveway of a Home near Pilgrim Way, suffering from a Gunshot Wound. Mr. Morales was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased.

     The investigation uncovered that Mr. Morales and Mr. Davis got into an altercation on South Broad Street, at which time Mr. Davis pulled out a Firearm and Shot Mr. Morales.

     The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with additional information regarding The Shooting Death of Mr. Morales is urged to contact The Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406 or mchtftips@mercercounty.org.

" 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 MAY 19, 2023: LAW, MERCER:    

       

Hudson County Homicide Investigation

A WOMAN THAT WAS REPORTED MISSING ON MOTHER'S DAY, WAS FOUND DEAD YESTERDAY

     " Hudson County Authorities Investigating A Lindenwold Woman Who Was Found Dead On The Border Of  Jersey City & Bayonne."

Thursday, May 18, 2023, 9:46 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- Hudson County Prosecutor Esther reported that The Hudson County Homicide Unit is actively investigating the Death of a 32-Year-Old Lindenwold, New Jersey woman that was Reported Missing on Mother's Day, May 14, 2023, was found deceased yesterday on The Border of Jersey City and Bayonne, New Jersey.

     On Sunday, May 14, 2023, The Jersey City Police Department received a Missing Persons report for a 32-Year-Old Lindenwold, New Jersey woman who was last seen in Jersey City on Saturday, May 13, 2023. An Investigation was initiated and during the course of the investigation by Members of The Hudson County Homicide Unit, with assistance from The Jersey City Police Department, The Bayonne Police Department, and The New Jersey State Police, Detectives were able to locate the lifeless Body of a woman off of Route 440, on the border of Jersey City, Yesterday, May 17, 2023, the woman was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene.

     Authorities were able to tentatively identify the woman as Norelis Mendoza, 32, of Lindenwold, New Jersey. The Death has been considered suspicious at this time. The Cause and Manner of Death are pending Findings of The Hudson County Regional Medical Examiner's Office.

     The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Unit and The Jersey City Police Department are actively investigating The Death of Ms. Mendoza. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office at (201) 915-1345. 

FILED UNDER MAY 18, 2023: LAW, HUDSON:

        

  

BREAKING: Arrest Made In Tuesday's Paterson Shooting

59-YEAR-OLD PATERSON MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH TUESDAY'S PATERSON SHOOTING

     " Robert Carroll Charged With Attempted Murder & Weapons Offenses."

Thursday, May 18, 2023, 6:14 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes reported that following an investigation into a Shooting that occurred on Tuesday Morning, a 59-Year-Old Paterson, New Jersey man was Taken into Custody and Charged by Members of The Paterson Police Department.

     On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of Madison and 10th Avenues in Paterson on a report of a Verbal Altercation between a School Security Guard and an individual, later identified as Robert Carroll, 59, of Paterson, New Jersey.

     Based upon the initial investigation, Police Officers determined that the Verbal Altercation escalated to Gunfire being exchanged between Mr. Carroll and the School Security Guard. No one was injured during the exchange. Mr. Carroll then fled the scene and was later located and Taken into Custody by Police Officers at 12:37 p.m. at the intersection of 12th Avenue and Rosa Parks Boulevard in Paterson, New Jersey.

     Accordingly, Mr. Carroll was Charged with One Count of First Degree Attempted Murder: Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. 

     The circumstances surrounding the Shooting still remain under active investigation. Mr. Carroll has been scheduled to Appear in Passaic County Central Judicial Processing Court Today, at 1:30 p.m., at which time The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office will make a Motion before the Court to have Mr. Carroll detained pending Trial.

     The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone with information regarding this incident to contact The Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org. or The Paterson Police Department's Detective Bureau at (973) 321-1120.

" 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 MAY 18, 2023: LAW, PASSAIC:

    

BREAKING: Hamilton Township Homicide Investigation

MERCER COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE INVESTIGATING TODAY'S FATAL SHOOTING OF A 28-YEAR-OLD MAN

     " Matthew Morales Was Fatally Shot Early This Morning In Hamilton Township, New Jersey."

Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 12:55 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ.- Today, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri reported that The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and Detectives of The Hamilton Township Police Department are actively investigating the Shooting Death of a 28-Year-Old Blackwood, New Jersey man that occurred early this morning.

     On Monday, May 17, 2023, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Members of The Hamilton Township Police Department responded to The 4900 Block of South Broad Street on a report of a Shooting in Progress. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Matthew Morales, 28, of Blackwood, suffering from a Life-Threatening Gunshot Wound. 

     Mr. Morales was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injury and was subsequently pronounced deceased a short time later.

     No Arrests have been made and the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the Shooting Death of Mr. Morales is asked to contact Mercer County Homicide Task Force, Detective Luis Vega at (609) 989-6406 or Detective Sgt. Sherika Salmon at (609) 960-3119 or mchtftips@mercercounty.org.

FILED UNDER MAY 17, 2023: LAW, MERCER:    

BREAKING: Union City, New Jersey Man Charged

30-YEAR-OLD UNION CITY MAN NABBED WITH 3 KILOGRAMS OF COCAINE

     " Following An Investigation, Mervin J. Menier Was Charged With First Degree Possession With Intent To Distribute Cocaine."

Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 9:47 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

HACKENSACK, NJ.- Yesterday, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella reported that following a Narcotics Investigation a 30-Year-Old Union City man was taken into Custody and Charged with Possessing Three Kilograms of Cocaine.

     On Friday, May 12, 2023, while conducting a Narcotics Investigation, Detectives of The Bergen County Narcotics Task Force conducted a Traffic Stop on a Motor Vehicle as it was Driving through Bergen County, New Jersey. During the investigation, Detectives determined that the driver, Mervin J. Menier was Transporting Three Kilograms of Cocaine in a Hidden Compartment in the Vehicle.

     As a result, Mr. Menier was Arrested at the scene and Charged with One Count of First Degree Possession with the Intent to Distribute a Controlled Dangerous Substance. Mr. Menier was Processed on the Charge and Remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending Future Court Proceedings.

" 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 MAY 17, 2023: LAW, BERGEN: 

      

Jersey City Fatal Crash Investigation

HUDSON COUNTY COLLISION UNIT INVESTIGATING AN EARLY MONDAY MORNING FATAL CRASH

     " 25-Year-Old Jersey City Man Dies In A Crash On Kennedy Boulevard In Jersey City, Early Monday Morning."

Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 7:08 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez reported that The Hudson County Collision Unit is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding a Jersey City Motor Vehicle Crash that Claimed the Life of a 25-Year-Old Jersey City man, that occurred Early Monday Morning.

     On Monday, May 15, 2023, at approximately 2:22 a.m., Members of The Jersey City Police Department responded to Kennedy Boulevard near Saint Pauls Avenue on a report of a Motor Vehicle Crash. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a Motor Vehicle fully engulfed in Flames. The Driver of the vehicle a 25-Year-Old Jersey City, New Jersey man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

     The Hudson County Regional Collision Unit is actively investigating the Crash with assistance from The Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force and The Jersey City Police Department. Anyone with information regarding this Crash is urged to contact The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office at (201) 915-1345.

FILED UNDER MAY 17, 2023: LAW, HUDSON: 

  

BREAKING: Passaic New Jersey Man Charged

PASSAIC MAN CHARGED FOLLOWING A MAY 10, 2023 OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING

     " Jason Urban Has Been Charged After A May 10th, Incident Where He Pointed A Gun At A Passaic Police Officer."

Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 4:37 A.M. ET. By George Petruska: Englebrook Independent News,

PASSAIC, NJ.- Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes reported that following a Police-Involved Shooting investigation, The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office has formally Charged a 42-Year-Old Passaic, New Jersey man with Multiple Weapons and Assault Offenses.

     On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, just before 6:30 p.m., Members of The Passaic Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call in the area of Lackawanna Place and Passaic Avenue on a report of a man brandishing a Gun.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers encountered Jason Urban, 42, of Passaic, with a Firearm in his hand. Mr. Urban fired multiple rounds into the air. When Police Officers told Mr. Urban to Drop the Weapon, Urban turned and Pointed a .44 Caliber Handgun at a Police Officer. A second Police Officer Fired his Service Weapon, Striking Mr. Urban. Accordingly, Mr. Urban was Taken into Custody and transported to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey for treatment.

     Following an investigation, Pursuant to The New Jersey Office of The Attorney General, Directive 2019-4, The Attorney General's Office was notified and The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office was appointed as The Independent Investigator.

     The investigation determined that the Gun used by Mr. Urban, a Smith and Wesson .44 Caliber Magnum Handgun was reported to be Stolen out of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, and that Passiac Police Officers acted properly while confronting Mr. Urban.

     Mr. Urban has been Charged on a Warrant Complaint with One Count of Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; Secon Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; One Count of Third Degree Receiving Stolen Property; One Count of Fourth Degree Aggravated Assault; and Second Degree Certain Persons not to Possess Weapons.

     After being released from the hospital, Mr. Urban was transported to The Passaic County Jail, pending his First Appearance. The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office has filed a Pretrial Detention Motion to have Mr. Urban detained Pending the resolution of the Charges Filed against him. A Court Hearing has been Scheduled for May 19, 2023, in Passaic County State Superior Court.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone with additional information regarding this incident to contact The Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org.

" 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 MAY 17, 2023: LAW, PASSAIC:      

 

Newark, New Jersey Homicide Investigation

ESSEX COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE INVESTIGATING THE FATAL SHOOTING OF A NEWARK MAN

     " Essex County Homicide Task Force Investigating A Shooting Death Of Anthony Damico Who Was Found Dead Monday Morning."

Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 3:55 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

NEWARK, NJ.- Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II reported that The Essex County Homicide Task Force and Detectives of The Newark Police Department continue to investigate the Fatal Shooting of a 33-Year-Old Newark, New Jersey man.

     On Monday, May 15, 2023, Members of The Newark Police Department responded to The 600 Block of Frelinghuysen Avenue in Newark on a report of a Dead Body being discovered. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Anthony Damico, 33, of Newark, unresponsive from an apparent GunShot Wound. Mr. Damico was subsequently pronounced deceased at 7:17 a.m.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No Arrests have been made. Anyone with information regarding the Shooting Death of Mr. Damico is urged to contact The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

FILED UNDER MAY 16, 2023: LAW, ESSEX: 

East Brunswick Hit & Run Investigation

MIDDLESEX COUNTY AUTHORITIES ARE LOOKING FOR THE DRIVER WHO FLED AFTER HITTING ANOTHER CAR

     " Police Are Seeking The Public's Assistance In Finding The Driver Of A Dodge Ram, Who Struck Another Car, & Fled After Injuring 4 People."

Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 4:12 A.M. ET. By George Petruska: Englebrook Independent News,

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ.- Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone reported that Authorities are asking for the Public's Help in locating a Driver of a Dodge Ram that Fled on foot after hitting another Vehicle, Sunday Night in East Brunswick, which left Four Individuals Hospitalized.

     On Sunday, May 14, 2023, at approximately 8:41 p.m., Members of The East Brunswick Police Department responded to the intersection of Ryders Lane and Peach Orchard Drive on a report of a Motor Vehicle Accident. 

     An initial investigation by Police Officers determined that a Dodge Ram Pickup Truck crossed the Double Yellow Line and Struck an Acura MDX Head On, Injuring a Man, a Woman, & Two Juveniles. All Four were transported to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital for treatment. Officers were unable to locate the Driver of the Dodge Ram and determined that they Fled the Scene on Foot.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this accident is asked to contact Officer Ryan Welch of The East Brunswick Police Department at (732) 390-6900 or Detective James Alleva of The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office at (732) 745-4011.

FILED UNDER MAY 16, 2023: LAW, MIDDLESEX:

  

BREAKING: Active Trenton Homicide Investigation

MERCER COUNTY AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING THE STABBING DEATH OF A MAN

     " Detectives Are Looking For A Suspect For Last Night's Stabbing Death Of A 27-Year-Old Trenton Man."

Monday, May 15, 2023, 1:25 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

TRENTON, NJ.- Today, Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri reported that The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and The Trenton Police Department are actively investigating a Fatal Stabbing that occurred late last night in Trenton, New Jersey.

     On Sunday, May 14, 2023, at approximately 10:46 p.m., Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to The 500 Block of Second Street in The City of Trenton on a report of a Stabbing in Progress. Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Roger Martinez-Rodriguez, 27, suffering from a Life-Threatening Stab Wound to his Torso. 

     Mr. Martinez-Rodriguez was immediately transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased.

     No Arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the Stabbing Death of Mr. Martinez-Rodriguez is urged to contact The Mercer County Homicide Task Force Detective Jennifer Eyster or Detective Sgt. Roberto Reyes at (609) 989-6406 or mchtstips@mercercounty.org.

FILED UNDER MAY 15, 2023: LAW, MERCER:   

BREAKING: Two Men Charged In Thursday Night Murder

TWO IRVINGTON MEN CHARGED IN THURSDAY NIGHT'S NEWARK SHOOTING DEATH

     " Deontee Jones & Earl Betterson Have Both Been Charged In Connection With The Fatal Shooting Of Romulo Luzuriaga."

Monday, May 15, 2023, 11:16 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

NEWARK, NJ.- Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II reported that Two Irvington, New Jersey men have been Arrested and Charged in connection with The Fatal Shooting of Romulo Luzuriaga that occurred last Thursday Night in Newark, New Jersey.

     On Thursday, May 11, 2023, at approximately 10:25 p.m., Members of The Newark Police Department responded to The 200 Block of Grafton Avenue in Newark on a report of a Shooting. Upon arrival, Police Officers found Romulo Luzuriaga, 57, of Newark, in a car, suffering from an apparent Gunshot Wound. Mr. Luzuriaga was immediately transported to University Hospital where he succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased.

     A swift-moving investigation by Members of The Essex County Homicide Task Force identified a Motor Vehicle that was involved in the Shooting. On Friday, May 12, 2023, Newark Police Department Patrol Units observed the Vehicle, and a Pursuit Ensued. The Driver Deontee Jones, 24, of Irvington, Fled the Vehicle and was Apprehended by Police Officers a Short Time Later.

     Accordingly, Mr. Jones was taken into Custody and Charged with One Count of First Degree Murder; First Degree Felony Murder; First Degree Conspiracy to Commit Murder; Two Counts of Robbery; One Count of Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and Four Counts of Eluding Police.

     In addition, Mr. Jones was identified and linked to other Robberies in Newark, New Jersey, and Charged with Five Counts of Robbery; and Three Weapons Offenses.

     The ensuing investigation led to the Arrest of Earl Betterson, 33, of Irvington, New Jersey. Mr. Betterson was Charged with One Count of First Degree Murder; First Degree Felony Murder; First Degree Conspiracy to Commit Murder; Two Counts of Robbery; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

     Mr. Betterson was also identified and linked to the same other Robberies in Newark and was additionally Charged with Five Counts of Robbery; and Three Weapons Offenses.

     The Two men were Processed on the Charges and Remanded to The Essex County Correctional Facility pending Future Court Proceedings.

" 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 MAY 15, 2023: LAW, ESSEX: 

      

BREAKING: Three Charged With Animal Cruelty

THREE ATLANTIC COUNTY RESIDENTS CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEATH OF A DOG

     " Derek Hardy, Lassale Hardy, & Shak Balayet All Of Egg Harbor Township Were Charged With 2 Counts Of  3rd Degree Animal Cruelty & Other Offenses."

Monday, May 15, 2023, 8:39 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News, 

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ.- Atlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds reported that on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, Derek Hardy, 58, Lassale Hardy 56, and Shak Balayet, 51, all of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey were each Arrested and Charged with Two Counts of Third Degree Animal Cruelty and Multiple Charges of Disorderly Person Offenses of Animal Cruelty. The Three were Charged in connection with the Death of One Dog and Cruelty to Another Dog.

     On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, Members of The Egg Harbor Police Department responded to Wilburforce Avenue in The Township on a report of Two Dogs being Abandoned. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered Two Dogs Tied to a Tree. One of the Dogs had already died, and the other was found Extremely Emaciated and in need of Immediate Medical Attention. 

     A joint investigation by Members of The Egg Harbor Township Humane Law Enforcement Department in conjunction with Detectives of The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office quickly determined that the Dogs were Abandoned for at least One Week prior to their discovery by Police Officers. 

     The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office would like to remind the public that any Pets that can no longer be cared for or are no longer wanted, can be surrendered to The Atlantic County Animal Shelter in Pleasantville, New Jersey, or The Humane Society in Atlantic City, 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 MAY 15, 2023: LAW, ATLANTIC:  

Montclair, New Jersey Attorney Convicted

MONTCLAIR ATTORNEY CONVICTED FOR THE 2018 MURDER OF HIS GIRLFRIEND

     " James Ray, III Will Face Life In Prison After Being Convicted Of Murder & Weapons Offenses For The Shooting Death Of Angela Bledsoe."

Monday, May 15, 2023, 6:41 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

NEWARK, NJ.- Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II reported that a Jury sitting in Essex County, New Jersey has returned Guilty Vedicts against a Montclair Attorney for Killing his Girlfriend and the Mother of his 6-Year-Old Daughter. 

     On Friday, May 12, 2023, Following a Six-Week Trial in Essex County State Superior Court, the Jury Deliberated for just 3-Hours before Convicting James Ray, III, 60, of First Degree Murder; Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Sentencing in the matter has been Scheduled for June 22, 2023, before The Honorable Verna G. Leath, J.S.C. at which time Mr. Ray will face the Potential Sentencing Exposure of Life in New Jersey State Prison.

     The Murder occurred nearly Five Years Ago in a home the couple shared with their Daughter on North Mountain Avenue in Montclair, New Jersey. On October 22, 2018, Mr. Ray, who was 55, at the time Shot Angela Bledsoe, 44, in the Chest, Face, and Back, according to Assistant Prosecutor Michele Miller, who along with Assistant Prosecutor John Petillo tried the Case for The State. Mr. Ray Shot Ms. Bledsoe shortly after she returned home from dropping their Daughter off at School.

     After Shooting Ms. Bledsoe, Mr. Ray prepared Several Documents and went to a Local Bank, where he withdrew Checks and Cash. Ray then went and picked his Daughter up from School and then dropped her off with his Brother at a New Jersey Restaurant. Ray then traveled to Mexico, where he Booked a Flight to Cuba. Ray was then Captured and returned to The United States by U.S. Law Enforcement Officials and has been Incarcerated since November 6, 2018, in The Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark, New Jersey. 

     On the day of her Death, Ms. Bledsoe had Scheduled a meeting with a Realtor to find a place of her own. She had planned on Moving Out of the house she shared with Ray.

FILED UNDER MAY 15, 2023: LAW, ESSEX:     

Jersey City Man Charged In Fatal Hit & Run

JERSEY CITY MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO MAY 5, 2023, NORTH BERGEN FATAL HIT AND RUN

     " Julian Palacios Was Charged On Tuesday For  Fatally Striking A Motorcycle Operated Joshua Huayamave & Then Fleeing The Scene."

Sunday, May 14, 2023, 1:21 P.M. ET. By George Petruska: Englebrook Independent News,

NORTH BERGEN, NJ.- According to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, Members of The Hudson County Regional Collision Unit Arrested a 30-Year-Old Jersey City man in connection with a Fatal Hit and Run that occurred in North Bergen, New Jersey on Friday, May 5, 2023.

     Julian Palacios, 30, of Jersey City, New Jersey has been Charged with Second Degree Knowingly Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Collision Resulting in Death; and Fourth Degree Obstruction. Mr. Palacios was Arrested on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, in Long Branch, New Jersey. As of Tuesday, Mr. Palacios was in Custody at a local Medical Facility and will be transferred to The Hudson County Correction Facility, once Medically Cleared.

     On Friday, May 5, 2023, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Members of The North Bergen Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a Motorcycle Lying in the Roadway in the area of Granton and Liberty Avenues in North Bergen.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located an Injured man, later identified as Joshua Huayamave, 23, of North Bergen, Several Blocks away from the Motorcycle on 76th Street, between Cottage and Tonnelle Avenues. Mr. Huayamave was immediately transported to Palisades Medical Center, where he was subsequently pronounced deceased.

     A swift-moving investigation by Members of The Hudson County Regional Collision Unit was quickly able to identify Mr. Palacios as the Operator of a Blue Honda Civic that Struck a Motorcycle that was being Operated by Mr. Huayamave and then Fled the Scene.

" 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 MAY 14, 2023: LAW, HUDSON: