Philadelphia Man Convicted In Atlantic County

PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA MAN CONVICTED IN 2019 FATAL SHOOTING IN ATLANTIC CITY NEW JERSEY

     " Avery Bracey Of Philadelphia Has Been Convicted In The Robbery & Fatal Shooting Of 21-Year-Old KyLee Haynes At The Sunset Inn In Atlantic City In 2019."

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

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- On Friday, August 27, 2021 Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Cary Shill announced after a six-day trial before The Honorable W. Todd Miller an Atlantic County Jury convicted a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania man for the January 2019, Fatal Shooting of 21-year-old Kylee Haynes of Atlantic City, New Jersey.

     On Friday, August 27, 2021, The Jury returned a Guilty Verdict against Avery Bracey on the following counts: Two Counts of First Degree Robbery; Third Degree Criminal Restraint; Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Handgun; Four Counts of Second Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; First Degree Aggravated Manslaughter; First Degree Felony Murder; Fourth Degree Aggravated Assault; Third Degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance; First Degree Attempted Witness Tampering, By Use Of Threat; and Second Degree Attempted Witness Tampering, By Use Of Bribery. Mr. Bracey is scheduled to be sentenced on October 19, 2021 in State Superior Court.

     On Friday, January 4, 2021 Members of The Atlantic City Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call for a man being shot at The Sunset Inn.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located KyLee Haynes, 21, of Atlantic City, New Jersey, suffering from gunshot wounds. Mr. Haynes was immediately transported to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center City Campus where he was pronounce deceased.

     Investigators were able to broadcast a description of the suspect in the fatal shooting. Investigators subsequently responded to a ShotSpotter Activation in the area of Florida Avenue within The City, and located a male matching the description of the suspect sought in The Sunset Inn shooting. Mr. Bracey was taken into custody, a subsequent search of Mr. Bracey uncovered a loaded firearm on his person.

     The investigation continued when a victim walked into AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center with a gunshot wound to his leg and reported that he sustained the injury by being shot on Florida Avenue. Bracey was later identified as the shooter in that crime as well.

     The investigation was conducted by The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office in conjunction with The Atlantic City Police Department.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 28, 2021: LAW, ATLANTIC: 

Trenton New Jersey Man Shot

TRENTON NEW JERSEY MAN IN CRITICAL CONDITION AFTER BEING SHOT FRIDAY MORNING 

     A 21-Year-Old Trenton Man Remains In Critical Condition After Being Shot In The City Friday Morning, August 27, 2021."

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

TRENTON, NJ.- On Friday, August 27, 2021 Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and The Trenton Police Department are investigating a late Friday morning shooting that has left a 21-year-old Trenton, New Jersey man hospitalized in critical condition.

     On Friday, August 27, 2021, at approximately 11:00 a.m. Members of The Trenton Police Department responded to the area of Kirkbride Avenue in Trenton, New Jersey on a report of a shooting.

     Shortly thereafter The Trenton Police Department were notified that a 21-year-old Trenton man had arrived at Capital Health Regional Medical Center by way of private vehicle, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

     The victim remains in critical condition as of late Friday evening. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this shooting is asked to contact Detective Jessica Sense at (609) 989-6406 or you can email at mchtftips@mercercounty.org

FILED UNDER AUGUST 28, 2021: LAW, MERCER:  

Little Ferry New Jersey Man Charged

LITTLE FERRY NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED WITH THE ALLEGED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A MINOR IN RIVER EDGE NEW JERSEY

     " Roberto Carlos Mancia Of Little Ferry, New Jersey Charged With Sexual Assault & Child Endangerment Offenses In Connection With The Sexual Assault Of A Minor."

August 27, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

RIVER EDGE, NJ.- On Friday, August 27, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Roberto Carlos Mancia, 23, of Little Ferry, New Jersey on Charges of Sexual Assault and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.

     On Thursday, August 12, 2021, The Division of Child Protection and Permanency contacted The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit regarding an allegation of a Sexual Assault of a Minor. An investigation was initiated and determined that Mr. Mancia Sexually Assaulted the Minor who was under the age of thirteen while at a residence in River Edge, New Jersey on more than one occasion.

As a result of the investigation, Roberto Carlos Mancia was Charged with One Count of Second Degree Sexual Assault; and One Count of Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Mr. Mancia was processed and remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 27, 2021: LAW, BERGEN:  

 

Wallington New Jersey Man Charged

WALLINGTON NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH THE ALLEGED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A MINOR IN ELMWOOD PARK NEW JERSEY

     " Rene A. Castaneda Of Wallington, New Jersey Has Been Charged With Aggravated Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault, & Child Endangerment."

August 27, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

ELMWOOD PARK, NJ.- On Friday, August 27, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Rene A. Castaneda, 43, of Wallington, New Jersey on Charges of Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love. 

     On Thursday, August 12, 2021, The Division of Child Protection and Permanency contacted The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit regarding an allegation of a Sexual Assault of a Minor by Mr. Castaneda. An investigation was initiated and revealed that Castaneda Sexually Assaulted the Minor, who was under the age of thirteen at the time at a residence in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. 

     Based on the investigation, Rene A. Castaneda was Charged with One Count of First Degree Aggravated Sexual Assault; One Count of Second Degree Sexual Assault by Sexual Contact; and One Count of Third Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Mr. Castaneda was processed and remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 27, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Pennsylvania Man Detained In Ocean County

PENNSYLVANIA MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER AND WEAPONS OFFENSES WILL BE DETAINED PENDING TRIAL

     " Jose Serrano-Robles Of Lebanon, Pennsylvania Will Be Detained In The Ocean County Jail Pending Trial In Connection With The August 16, 2021 Seaside Heights Shooting."

August 27, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- On Friday, August 27, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced today, The Honorable Guy P. Ryan, J.S.C., ordered that Jose Serrano-Robles, 43, of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, be detained in the Ocean County Jail pending trial. 

     Mr. Serrano-Robles has been Charged with Attempted Murder; Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and Being a Certain Person Not to Possess Weapons.

     The Charges in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in the early morning hours of Monday, August 16, 2021 in Seaside Heights, New Jersey. Detectives from the Seaside Heights Police Department located Serrano-Robles at the Toms River Bus Station that same date, and he was taken into custody without incident. Serrano-Robles has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since his apprehension. The detention hearing was handled by Assistant Prosecutor Lynn Juan. 

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 27, 2021: LAW, OCEAN:

Paterson New Jersey Woman Pleads Guilty

PATERSON NEW JERSEY WOMAN PLEADS GUILTY TO AGGRAVATED ARSON IN CONNECTION TO THE AUGUST 3, 2020 FIRE IN PATERSON

     " Yanit Valdez Of Paterson, New Jersey Pleads Guilty In Connection With A Paterson, New Jersey Fire That Injured 4 Fireman & Displaced 60 Residents."

August 27, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Friday, August 27, 2021 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced that a Paterson, New Jersey woman has Pled Guilty to Aggravated Arson in connection with the August 3, 2020 Fire in Paterson, New Jersey.

     Yanit Valdez Pled Guilty today to Second Degree Aggravated Arson, before The Honorable Sohail Mohammed, P.J.Cr. In exchange for her guilty plea, The State will be recommending Six Years in New Jersey State Prison with 85% term of service before parole eligibility pursuant to The No Early Release Act, and Three Years of Parole supervision upon her release.

     Ms. Valdez admitted under oath that on August 3, 2020, she started a fire in the building located at 40 Cianci Street, in Paterson, New Jersey knowingly placing the occupants in Danger of Death or Bodily Injury. She also admitted that this fire thereafter spread to numerous adjacent buildings, including those located at 42 Cianci Street, 38 Cianci Street, 34 Cianci Street, and 35 Passaic Street.

     Ms. Valdez’s sentencing has been scheduled for Friday, October 29, 2021 before The Honorable Sohail Mohammed, P.J.Cr. The State is represented by Senior Assistant Prosecutor Julie Serfess, and Ms. Valdez is represented by Emily Schwartz, Esq.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 27, 2021: LAW, PASSAIC: 

Arrest Made In Camden Fatal Shooting

ARREST MADE IN SUNDAY AUGUST 15, 2021 FATAL SHOOTING IN CAMDEN NEW JERSEY

     " Maurice Peaker, Jr. Of Philadelphia Pennsylvania Has Been Arrested In Connection With The August 15, 2021 Early Morning Fatal Shooting Of Thomas Smith Of Camden, New Jersey."

August 27, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

CAMDEN, NJ.- On Thursday, August 26, 2021 Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez announced an arrest has been made in connection with last weeks Homicide in Camden, New Jersey.

     Maurice Peaker, Jr., 26, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was apprehended in Yeadon, Pennsylvania on Thursday, August 26, 2021, by The U.S. Marshals NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force-Camden Division and The U.S. Marshals Eastern PA Violent Crimes Task Force-Philadelphia Division.

     In the early morning hours of Sunday, August 15, 2021, Thomas Smith, 67, of Camden, New Jersey was found in the area of Kaighn Avenue and Rose Street in Camden, New Jersey suffering from a gunshot wound. Mr. Thomas succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased, later in the day.

     Mr. Peaker is currently being detained in The George Hill Correctional Facility in Delaware County, Pennsylvania pending his extradition back to New Jersey.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 27, 2021: LAW, CAMDEN:   

Biden Dealt Another Blow By U.S. Supreme Court

U.S. SUPREME COURT THROWS OUT NATIONWIDE EVICTION MORATORIUM; SAYING CDC "LACKED AUTHORITY"

     " White House Scrambles Is It Calls On State & Local Entities To Act."

August 27, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

WASHINGTON, DC.- The U.S. Supreme Court late Thursday in a 6-3 Majority ruled that evictions may resume across The United States, blocking The Biden Administration from enforcing a temporary ban put in place because of the coronavirus pandemic.

     The Court's ruling late Thursday ends protection for roughly 3.5 Million people in The United States who said they faced eviction in the next two months, according to Census Bureau Date from early August.

     The Court stated in an unsigned opinion that The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which reinstated the moratorium August 3, 2021, lacked authorities to do so under Federal Law without explicit Congressional Authorization. The Justices rejected The Administration's argument in support of The CDC's Authority.

     " If a Federally imposed eviction moratorium is to continue, Congress must specifically authorize it," The Court wrote.

     The three Liberal Justices dissented. Justice Stephen Breyer, writing for the three, pointed to the increase in Covid-19 caused by the Delta Variant as one of the reasons the court should have left the moratorium in place. " The public's interest strongly favors respecting The CDC's judgement at this moment, when over 90% of the counties are experiencing high transmission rates." Breyer wrote.

     On evictions, Biden acknowledged the legal challenges the new moratorium would likely encounter. But biden said that even with doubts about what the court would do, it was worth a try because it would buy at least a few weeks of time for the distribution of more of the 46.5 Billion in rental assistance Congress had approved.

     The Treasury Department said in a statement on Wednesday that the pace of distribution has increased and nearly a million households have been helped. But only about 11% of the money, just over $5 billion has been distributed by State and Local Governments. The Department said.

     The Biden Administration has called on State and Local Officials to " move more aggressively" in distributing rental assistance funds and urged State and Local Courts to issue their own moratoriums to "discourage eviction filings" until landlords and tenants have sought the funds.

     The High Court hinted strongly in late June that it would take this path if asked again to intervene. At that time, the court allowed an earlier pause on evictions to continue through the end of July. But four Conservative Justices would have set the moratorium aside, then and a fifth, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, said Congress would have to expressly authorize a new pause on evictions. Neither House of Congress passed a new eviction moratorium.

     The Administration at first allowed the earlier moratorium to lapse on July 31, 2021, saying it had no legal authority to allow it to continue. But The CDC issued a new moratorium days later as pressure mounted from certain progressive liberal lawmakers and others to help vulnerable renters stay in their homes as the coronavirus' delta variant surged . The moratorium had been scheduled to expire October 3, 2021.

     The earlier version of the moratorium, first ordered during the Trump Administration, applied nationwide and were put in place out of fear that people who couldn't pay their rent would end up in crowded living conditions like homeless shelters and increasing the spread of the virus.

     The new moratorium temporarily halted evictions in counties with substantial and high levels of virus transmission and would cover areas where 90% of The U.S. Population resides.

     The Biden Administration argued that the rise in the delta variant underscored the dangers of resuming evictions in areas of high transmission of Covid-19. But that argument did not win broad support in The U.S. Supreme Court.

     Yesterday's ruling might have dire consequences for many households across the nation in the upcoming months, but once again The Biden Administration's inability to properly evaluate the circumstance at hand, will place millions american families in jeopardy of becoming homeless.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 27, 2021: NATIONAL, POLITICS, WASHINGTON:     

Thursday Paterson Shooting

TUESDAY AUGUST 26, 2021 SHOOTING OCCURING IN THE AREA OF 25th STREET AND 15th AVENUE IN PATERSON NEW JERSEY

     " A Woman Reported That A Man Fired A Gun Several Times In Her Direction, Early Tuesday Morning In Paterson, New Jersey,

August 26, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- On Thursday, August 26, 2021 Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora announced on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at approximately 7:05 a.m., Members of The Paterson Police Department responded to the area of East 25th Street and 15th Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey on a report of a shooting. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a 40- year-old female Paterson, New Jersey resident reported that a male suspect had fired a gun in her directions several times and then fled the scene. The victim was not struck by gunfire. A potential crime scene was located in the area.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. More information may become available once its 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 Major Crimes Division at 973-321-1120.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 26, 2021: LAW, PASSAIC:   

Paterson New Jersey Man Charged In Bergen County

PATERSON NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED IN LAST NIGHT'S DOUBLE HOMICIDE IN HACKENSACK NEW JERSEY

     " Clarence Stokes Of Paterson, New Jersey Has Been Charged With Murder & Weapons In Connection With The Double Fatal Stabbing In Hackensack, New Jersey."

August 26, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News,

HACKENSACK, NJ.- On Thursday, August 26, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Clarence Stokes, 42, of Paterson, New Jersey on charges of Murder and Weapons Possession 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 Hackensack Police Department under the direction of Officer in Charge Captain Darrin DeWitt.

     On Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at approximately 8:03 p.m., Members of The Hackensack Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a dispute at 95 Fairmount Avenue in Hackensack, New Jersey. Upon their arrival in the area, officers found Clarence Stokes walking down the street with blood on his clothing and he was taken into custody.

     Officers then discovered 44-year-old Latric S. Avery, a resident of 95 Fairmount Avenue, 2nd floor, on the porch of that residence with multiple stab wounds. She was transported to Hackensack University Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased. Officers also found 67-year-old Stanley R. Gunter, also of 95 Fairmount Avenue, 2nd floor, deceased on the floor in the living room.

     An investigation conducted by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and The Hackensack Police Department revealed that Clarence Stokes murdered Avery and Gunter with a knife. 

     On Thursday, August 26, 2021, Clarence Stokes was Arrested and Charged with Two Counts of First Degree Murder; One Count of Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and One Count of Fourth Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Stokes was remanded to The Bergen County Jail pending his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 26, 2021: LAW, BERGEN: 

Toms River New Jersey Man Charged

TOMS RIVER NEW JERSEY MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED THEFT BY DECEPTION AND CONTEMPT

     " Karl Scheufler Of Toms River, New Jersey Charged In Connection With The Deposit Of Checks From A Business He Was Previously Involved In."

August 26, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- On Thursday, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, Karl Scheufler, 50, of Toms River, New Jersey was charged with Attempted Theft by Deception; and Two Counts of Contempt. 

     An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Economic Crime Squad revealed that between May 22, 2021 and August 8, 2021, Scheufler attempted to negotiate three checks totaling $687,499.74 for his own benefit. 

     These checks were drawn on an Ocean First bank account belonging to a business of which Scheufler was previously involved. Scheufler negotiated these checks knowing that he was not an authorized signature or for the business account and attempted to deposit these checks into his personal account and another unrelated business account. 

     In 2018, the Honorable Francis R. Hodgson Jr., P.J. Ch.P., issued an order barring Scheufler from conducting business transactions on behalf of the business. The two Contempt charges are a result of Scheufler violating Judge Hodgson’s order.

     On Wednesday, August 25, 2021 an arrest warrant was executed at Scheufler’s residence in Toms River Township, New Jersey where detective’s apprehended Scheufler without incident. Scheufler was processed at the Toms River Police Department and is currently lodged in the Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 26, 2021: LAW, OCEAN: 

Morris County Prosecutor's Office Joins LGBTQ+ Festival

MORRIS COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE MEMBERS JOIN THE 20th ANNIVERSARY PRIDE FESTIVAL

     " Members Of The Morris County Prosecutor's Office Join The Jersey City 20th Anniversary LGBTQ+ Pride Festival On Saturday, August 21, 2021."

August 26, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

MORRISTOWN, NJ.- On Thursday, August 26, 2021 Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll announced that Members of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office joined the 20th Anniversary Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival and Pride Equality March on Saturday, August 21, 2021 alongside other members of the New Jersey Law Enforcement Community and Acting Attorney General Andrew Bruck. 

     LGBTQ+ Liaison for the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Detective Supervisor Stephanie Merced, alongside Detective Raquelin Perea, who are members of the LGBTQ+ community and who wore their Morris County Prosecutor's Office Pride patches, and Detective Muhammad Thomas, represented the Morris County Prosecutor's Office at the festivities. 

     The New Jersey Law Enforcement LGBTQ+ Liaisons encompass close to 30 Law Enforcement Agencies at the State, County and Local levels, and are committed to fostering positive relationships between the LGBTQ+ community and New Jersey Law Enforcement Agencies through community outreach. At the conclusion of the march, the Liaisons accompanied Acting Attorney General Bruck as he gave a speech about unity, equality and the support of law enforcement agencies within the LGBTQ+ community. He encouraged members of the LGBTQ+ community to come to the police for help, as they are here to protect and serve all members of the community.

     The Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival and other themed events held in Jersey City, New Jersey in August celebrate the diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transexual, queer, intersex, and asexual communities and allies of the New Jersey/New York area. 

      Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said, “The Morris County Prosecutor's Office is proud of our LGBTQ+ Liaisons and support the work they are doing to better understand and promote Diversity for all individuals in our communities.”

FILED AUGUST 26, 2021: LOCAL, MORRIS:

Jersey City Man Charged With Manslaughter

JERSEY CITY DRIVER CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH SINGLE CAR COLLISION IN JERSEY CITY NEW JERSEY

     " Jose Colon Of Jersey City, New Jersey Has Been Charged With First Degree Aggravated Manslaughter In Connection With The Sunday, February 28, 2021 Single Car Crash."

August 26, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Thursday, August 26, 2021 Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez announced that on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Regional Collision Investigation Unit arrested the driver in a Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision on Christopher Columbus Drive at the Merseles split, in Jersey City, New Jersey that killed a 30-year-old Jersey City man in late February.

     Jose Colon, 31, of Jersey City, New Jersey was arrested and charged at approximately 12:30 p.m. at The Prosecutor’s Office in Jersey City, New Jersey where he turned himself in with his attorney. He was charged with First Degree Aggravated Manslaughter; and First Degree Vehicular Homicide/Driving While Intoxicated On or Near School Property.

     On Sunday, February 28, 2021, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Jersey City Police and the Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit responded to a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred on Christopher Columbus Drive near the Merseles Street split in Jersey City, New Jersey.

     According to the initial investigation, the driver was traveling westbound on Columbus Drive approaching the roadway split when his vehicle, a 1996 Honda Civic, struck the attenuator protected guard rail. The passenger, later identified as Jesus Gonzalez, 30, of Jersey City, New Jersey was found in a lifeless condition at the scene. The driver was transported to the Jersey City Medical Center in critical condition.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 26, 2021: LAW, HUDSON:  

Investigation Into Non-Fatal Police Shooting

 NJ  ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE APPOINTS CAMDEN COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE AS INDEPENDENT PROSECUTOR

     " Camden County Prosecutor's Office Appointed As Independent Prosecutor To Investigate Monday, August 23, 2021 Non-Fatal Involved Police Shooting In Gloucester County."

August 25, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

CAMDEN, NJ.- On Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Acting Camden County Prosecutor announced The Camden County Prosecutor's Office is investigating a Police Involved Shooting in Gloucester County that resulted from the arrest of Delaware County, Pennsylvania resident Arthur DiSanto.

     Mr. DiSanto who was wanted for allegedly shooting his girlfriend in Media, Pennsylvania in July, attempted to evade capture in Folcroft, Pennsylvania on Monday night, August 23, 2021. DiSanto fled to Deptford, New Jersey, where he exchanged gunfire with Police Officers.

     An Officer with The Monroe Township Police Department was struck. The Officer has been treated and released from the hospital. 

     Mr. DiSanto was also struck three times by gunfire and was transported to Cooper Medical Center in Camden, New Jersey where he remains in critical but stable condition.

     The investigation is being conducted pursuant to Attorney General Directive 2019-4, which provides clear standards and procedures for conducting such investigations. In accordance with Directive 2019-4 The Attorney General's Office has appointed The Camden County Prosecutor's Office as Independent Prosecutor. The Camden County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Unit and Special Prosecutions Unit will now continue the investigation of both Use Of Force and the Potential Underlying Criminal Charges.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 25, 2021: LAW, CAMDEN: 

Allentown Pennsylvania Man Charged

ALLENTOWN PENNSYLVANIA MAN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH AN ALLEGED ROAD RAGE INCIDENT IN WARREN COUNTY NEW JERSEY

     " Seth Grim Of Allentown, Pennsylvania Charged With Terroristic Threats In Connection With Allegedly Pointing An Imitation Firearm At Another Motorist On Interstate 78."

August 25, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News, 

POHATCONG TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Warren County Prosecutor James L. Pfeiffer announced the arrest of Seth Grim, 35, of Allentown, Pennsylvania on Charges in connection with an alleged road rage incident which occurred on Thursday, August 19, 2021 on Interstate Route 78 in Pohatcong Township, New Jersey.

     The charges allege that while driving on Interstate 78 in Pohatcong Township, Mr. Grim pointed a firearm and made threatening gestures towards the victim. After receiving the report Members of The New Jersey State Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on Grim's Vehicle, and a subsequent search of the vehicle revealed an imitation firearm inside of the vehicle.

     Mr. Grim was arrested and formally Charged with One Count of Third Degree Terroristic Threats; One Count of Fourth Degree Possession of an Imitation Firearm; and One Count of a Disorderly Persons Offense of Harassment.

     Mr. Grim was processed and released on a summons pending further Court Proceedings in State Superior Court. Mr. Grim, if convicted on the Charges faces a maximum sentencing of Five Years in New Jersey State Prison.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Listed 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 AUGUST 25, 2021: LAW, WARREN:   

Wildwood Crest Building Contractor Charged

WILDWOOD CREST NEW JERSEY BUILDING CONTRACTOR HAS BEEN CHARGED IN CONNECTION WITH THEFT OF FUNDS FROM THREE CUSTOMERS

     " John Ferry A Building Contractor From Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, Charged With Theft For Allegedly Failing To Perform Services After Receiving Payment."

August 25, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

CAPE MAY, NJ.- On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Cape May County Chief of Detectives Paul Skill announced the arrest of John Ferry, 57, of Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, on theft related charges.

     According to Cape May County Prosecutor Sutherland multiple complaints regarding Mr. Ferry were received by The Cape May County Department of Consumer Affairs. The complaints were forwarded to The Cape May County Prosecutor's Office, and a investigation was initiated.

     On Wednesday, August 18, 2021 Mr. Ferry was arrested and formally charged with Theft in excess of $200,000, for receiving funds from three separate victims and failing to perform construction related work that was agreed upon.

     Mr. Ferry was processed and released on a summons pending future Court Proceedings in State Superior Court.

     Cape May County Prosecutor Sutherland urges anyone with additional information regarding this investigation or any other alleged matter involving a contractor to contact The Cape May County Department of Consumer Affairs at (609) 886-2903 or you can contact The Cape May County Prosecutor's Office at (609) 465-1135.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 24, 2021: LAW, CAPE MAY:    

Biden Dealt A Blow By U.S. Supreme Court

THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION DEALT A BLOW OVERNIGHT BY THE U.S. SUPREME COURT THAT TRUMP'S REMAIN IN MEXICO POLICY STANDS

     "Supreme Court Puts An End To Biden Violating Federal Immigration Laws, Lets See How Vice President Harris Addresses The Root Causes Of immigration Now."

August 25, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News, 

WASHINGTON, DC.- The Supreme Court has ruled in a 6-3 Majority that The Biden Administration must immediately reinstate " The Remain In Mexico" policy which began under the prior administration. The Court stated that The Biden Administration failed to show that its June Memorandum repealing the policy was not "Arbitrary and Capricious." The Court's three liberal Justices dissented.

     The Court's ruling puts an end to The Biden Administration's attempt to avoid a Federal District Court ruling issued last Friday which required Biden to continue enforcing Former President Trump's Policy.

     The "Remain In Mexico" Policy, instituted by Trump on January 25, 2019, which requires immigrants and asylum seekers to remain in Mexico while waiting their Immigration Court Proceeding to be heard in The United States. The policy was implemented as part of Trump's Migration Protection Protocols and followed through with his Administration's aim of reducing numbers of illegal immigration within The United States.

     Since taking office, Biden has tried to reverse everyone of Trump's immigration policies, a reversal that has created one of the most catastrophic Humanitarian Crises and National Security issues that the nation has experienced in the past fifty years.

     Biden and his Administration has been complicit in not only violating Federal Immigration Laws, but also allowing Human Trafficking and illicit narcotics to flow over our Southern Border in record breaking levels, and also subjecting migrants to life-threatening conditions as the make the journey north.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 25, 2021: NATIONAL, POLITICS, WASHINGTON:

           

Arrest Made In Freehold Fatal Shooting

MANALAPAN NEW JERSEY MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH FATAL DRIVE-BY SHOOTING IN FREEHOLD NEW JERSEY

     "Lamin Conteh Of Manalapan New Jersey Has Been Arrested In Connection With Monday's Drive-By Shooting That Injured One & Claimed The Life Of Reashaun Billingsley Of Freehold."

August 25, 2021 By Art Fletcher Reporting For: Englebrook Independent News, 

FREEHOLD, NJ.- On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey and Freehold Borough Police Chief Craig Dispenza announced the arrest of Lamin Conteh, 23, of Manalapan, New Jersey, in connection with the Monday night fatal Drive-By Shooting that claimed the life of Reashaun Billingsley, 18, of Freehold, New Jersey and injured another individual.

     Mr. Conteh has been formally Charged with First degree Murder; First Degree Attempted Murder; Second Degree Possession of a Firearm for an Unlawful Purpose; and Second Degree Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.

     On Monday, August 23, 2021, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Members of The Freehold Borough Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call for a reported shooting occurring outside of a Lloyd Avenue residence, within The Borough.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found Reashaun Billingsley, as well as another male victim inside of the residence. Mr Billingsley was unconscious, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Billingsley was immediately transported to Centra State Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 6:04 p.m. The second male victim was treated for a non-life threatening gunshot wound to his leg.

     An investigation conducted by The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office in conjunction with The Freehold Borough Police Department determined that Mr. Billingsley and the second victim were seated on the front porch of the residence when a sedan approached them. At that time, the rear seat passenger, later identified as Mr. Conteh opened fire on the two men, striking both and causing them to flee inside of the residence.

     Mr. Conteh was apprehended on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at 2:10 p.m. in Manalapan, New Jersey and was lodged in The Monmouth County Correctional Institution, pending a Detention Hearing in State Superior Court. Conteh, if convicted on the charges will face a term of Life in Prison.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 25, 2021: LAW, MONMOUTH:  

Springfield Gardens New York Man Charged

SPRINGFIELD GARDENS NEW YORK MAN CHARGED IN BERGEN COUNTY WITH CONSPIRING TO MOVE DISTURB AND DESECRATE A DECEASED BODY

     " Aquello Parker Of Springfield Garden, New York Has Been Charged In Connection With The Discovery Of Human Remains Found In A Roadway In Ridgefield Park, New Jersey."

August 24, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ.- On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Aquello Parker, 29, of Springfield Gardens, New York on Charges related to Disturbing, Moving and or Concealing Human Remains. 

     The arrest is the result of an investigation by The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love, The Bergen County Sheriff’s Office under the direction of Sheriff Anthony Cureton, and The Ridgefield Park Police Department under the direction of Chief Joseph Rella.

     On Friday, August 13, 2021, at 10:38 a.m., Members of The Ridgefield Park Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious large plastic container left in the area of Hobart Street and Teaneck Road, Ridgefield Park, New Jersey. Inside the plastic container, Police Officers discovered human remains. The victim was later identified as Nicole Flanagan, 44, of  Corona, New York. An investigation revealed that Aquello Parker assisted in moving the human remains of Nicole Flanagan from New York to Ridgefield Park, New Jersey.

     On Thursday, August 19, 2021, Aquello Parker was Charged with One Count of Second Degree being an accomplice to Disturbing, Moving and or Concealing Human Remains; One Count of Second Degree being an accomplice to Desecrating, Damaging and or Destroying Human Remains; and One Count of Second Degree Conspiring with a co-defendant to Disturb, Move, Conceal and or Desecrate a Deceased Body. 

     On Sunday, August 22, 2021, Aquello Parker turned himself in to the New York Police Department, where he is being held pending extradition.

" The Rules Of The Court Require Us To Include A Statement, Which States: The Charges Contained 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 AUGUST 24, 2021: LAW, BERGEN:   

Seaside Park Teen Sentenced

SEASIDE PARK NEW JERSEY TEEN SENTENCED TO JUVENILE PROBATION IN CONNECTION WITH SEASIDE PARK SHOOTING

     " Michael Jedziniak Of Seaside Park, New Jersey Sentenced To Juvenile Probation In Connection With October 27, 2020 Shooting Robbery In Seaside Park, New Jersey."

August 24, 2021 By: Englebrook Independent News,

SEASIDE PARK, NJ.- On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on Monday, August 23, 2021, Michael Jedziniak, 18, of Seaside Park, New Jersey was sentenced by The Honorable Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C., to a Four-Year suspended sentence to the custody of the Juvenile Justice Commission (JJC), as a result of a previously entered guilty plea to Armed Robbery; and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. 

     In lieu of incarceration at a facility operated by the JJC as requested by the State, Judge Rahill imposed a Term of 18 Months Probation under the supervision of the Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program (JISP); as a condition of his JISP probation, Jedziniak must attend and successfully complete a Residential Program operated by the JJC. Upon successful completion of his JISP probation, Jedziniak will remain on probation for an additional 18 months and be supervised by the Ocean County Probation Department.

     The State was seeking a Seven Year Sentence of Incarceration to the custody of the JJC. Jedziniak, who was 17 years-old when the crimes occurred, pled guilty to both charges before Judge Rahill on June 8, 2021.

     On October 27, 2020, at approximately 11:45 a.m., Members of The Seaside Park Police Department responded to the area of I Street in response to a 911 Emergency Call on a reported Shooting in conjunction with a Robbery. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers were met by witnesses to the incident; a short time later, a white BMW pulled up to a marked Seaside Heights Police vehicle in the Borough of Seaside Heights and advised that one of the passengers was the victim of a robbery and shooting. The victim was taken to Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune, treated for injuries, and released. 

     Following a thorough investigation by The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, The Seaside Park Police Department, The Seaside Heights Police Department, and The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, Mr. Jedziniak was identified as the perpetrator. A warrant for Jedziniaks arrest was executed by The Ocean County Regional SWAT Team, and he was taken into custody without incident. Jedziniak was processed at Seaside Park Police Headquarters, and has been lodged at The Ocean County Juvenile Detention Center since his arrest.

     Ocean County Prosecutor Billhimer would like to acknowledge the diligent efforts of Assistant Prosecutor Madeline Buczynski who handled the case on behalf of The State, as well as The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Regional SWAT Team, The Seaside Park Police Department, The Seaside Heights Police Department, and The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for the collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation and disposition.

FILED UNDER AUGUST 24, 2021: LAW, OCEAN: