Woman Indicted For Murder Of Elderly Boyfriend

75-Year-Old Mays Landing Woman Indicted For The Stabbing & Beating Death Of Her 81-Year-Old Boyfriend

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 3:00 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds reported, on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, Eileen Bright, 75, of Mays Landing, New Jersey was indicted by an Atlantic County jury in connection with the murder of her boyfriend, Gary Johnson, 81, inside his Mays Landing home.

     According to authorities, on Sunday, March 31, 2024, shortly after 5:30 p.m., members of the Hamilton Township Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call from a nurse reporting a deceased man inside 13 Lewis Drive in Mays Landing.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, identified as Gary Johnson, 81, of Mays Landing, New Jersey, deceased inside the home from apparent head trauma and multiple stab wounds to his body. Mr. Johnson was pronounced deceased inside the residence and later transported to the Regional Medical Examiner's Office. The determination of death was multiple stab wounds and blunt force trauma and the manner of death was ruled homicide.

     Following the discovery of Mr. Johnson's body, his girlfriend Ms. Bright admitted to killing Mr. Johnson. Police Officers immediately placed Bright under arrest for the murder.

     Ms. Bright has remained detained in the Atlantic County Justice Facility since her initial arrest.

"The Rules Of The Court requires 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 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC: 

 

Arrest Made In Sunday Night Warinanco Park Murder

47-Year-Old Elizabeth Man Surrendered To Authorities After Being Charged For The Murder Of Linden Man

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 1:30 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher Englebrook Independent News,

ROSELLE, NJ.- Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel reported on Friday, a 47-year-old Linden, New Jersey man surrendered to authorities in connection with the fatal shooting of a 29-year-old Linden man that occurred Sunday night in the Roselle area of Warinanco Park.

     Gerald O. Walker, 47, of Linden, New Jersey, has been formally charged with one count of first-degree Murder; one count of second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and one count of second-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. 

     The charges stem from an investigation that began on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at around 8:00 p.m., members of the Union County Police Department responded to the Roselle area of Warinanco Park following receiving a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, Police Officers found Shakir Manns, 29, of Linden, New Jersey deceased from a gunshot wound.

     A swift-moving investigation by members of the Union County Homicide Task Force and the Union County Police Department were quickly able to link Walker to the area and identify him as the shooter. Following being charged a warrant was issued for Walker's arrest.

     After learning that he was wanted in connection with the murder of Mr. Manns, on Friday, May 24, 2024, Walker surrendered himself at the Elizabeth Police Department. Walker was transported to the Union County Jail where he is currently being detained pending his first appearance which has been scheduled for Sunday, May 26, 2024, in Union County Superior Court.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with additional information regarding the fatal shooting of Mr. Mann is urged to contact Union County Homicide Task Force Sergeant Keyla Live at (908) 370-6793, Detective Alex Lanza at (908) 370-4318, or Union County Police Department Detective Nelson Costa at (862) 240-6780. All calls will be kept confidential.

"The rules of the court requires 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 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, UNION:       

Man Charged In Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

29-Year-Old Pennsylvania Man Charged In Connection With A Motor Vehicle Crash That Killed On & Injured Another

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 11:15 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News, 

LAWNSIDE, NJ.- On Thursday, a 29-year-old North Wales, Pennsylvania man was taken into custody and charged in connection with a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on May 13, 2024, in Lawnside, New Jersey, that killed a 69-year-old Cherry Hill, New Jersey woman and injured her 69-year-old passenger who still remains hospitalized.

     According to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay, on Monday, May 13, 2024, shortly after 9:30 p.m., members of the Lawnside Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a serious motor vehicle crash near the intersection of White Horse Pike and Gloucester Avenue in Lawnside.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a two-vehicle crash. One vehicle being operated by Anwar Parham, 29, of North Wales, Pennsylvania, collided with the second vehicle being operated by Theresa Karbach, 69, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and a 69-year-old Pine Hill, New Jersey woman who was her passenger. Both women had to be extricated from the vehicle by members of the Lawnside Volunteer Fire Department.

     All three individuals involved in the crash were immediately transported to Cooper University Hospital where Ms. Karbach succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased two hours later. Ms. Karbach's passenger still remains in the hospital where she continues to recover from injuries. Mr. Parham was treated and later released.

     An investigation by members of the Camden County Prosecutor's Office and the Lawnside Police Department determined that Parham was driving on a suspended driver's license and driving at a high rate of speed when the collision occurred.

     Accordingly, on Thursday, May 23, 2024, Parham was taken into custody at the Lawnside Police Department and formally charged with second-degree Death by Auto; third-degree Driving with a Suspended License During a Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash; and fourth-degree Assault by Auto. 

     Following being processed on the charges, Parham was remanded to the Camden County Correctional Facility pending future court proceedings in Camden County Superior Court in Camden, New Jersey.

"The rules of the court requires 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 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, CAMDEN:

    

 

Three People Struck Gunfire Early Saturday Morning In Paterson

Three People Were Hospitalized After Being Struck By Gunfire Early This Morning In Paterson, New Jersey

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 9:30 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- With the start of the 2024 Memorial Day Weekend, city residents brace as gun violence also gets underway in the City of Paterson after three people were hospitalized after being struck by gunfire early Saturday morning on a Paterson, New Jersey street.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes reported, on Saturday, May 25, 2024, shortly before 2:00 a.m., members of the Paterson Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting multiple shots being fired in the area of East 30th Street and 18th Avenue in the City of Paterson.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers were able to locate evidence of a shooting at that location but were unable to locate any victims.

     Within minutes of Police Officers arriving, the Paterson Police Department was notified that a 35-year-old Paterson, New Jersey man, and a 25-year-old Saint Albans, New York man had arrived at Saint Joseph's University Medical Center both seeking treatment for non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.

     Shortly thereafter, a third victim, a 31-year-old New York man also arrived at Saint Joseph's University Medical Center seeking treatment for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

     Based on the initial investigation, after interviewing the victims, and evidence that was recovered, Police Officers determined that all three were shot in the area of East 30th Street and 18th Avenue in the City of Paterson.

FILED UNDER: MAY 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, PATERSON:       

Man Convicted Of Robbing Man At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

51-Year-Old Newark Man Convicted Of Hitting A Man In The Head & Robbing Him Of $20,000 At Atlantic City Casino

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 8:30 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ.- Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds reported, on Monday, May 20, 2024, a jury sitting in Atlantic County, New Jersey, found Robert Reed, 51, of Newark, New Jersey guilty on the charges of second-degree Robbery; third-degree Aggravated Assault; third-degree Theft by Unlawful Taking; and a third-degree and fourth-degree Weapons offenses.

     According to documents in the case, The conviction stems from an incident that unfolded on March 3, 2023, the victim had traveled down to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino to gamble. Reed was present at the table when the victim won $20,000.00 on a hand of poker. Reed then befriended the victim.

     The following morning on March 4, 2023, the victim was checking out of his hotel and was met again by Reed. During a brief conversation, Reed told the victim that he had missed his bus and asked the victim for a ride to the bus station. The victim agreed to drive him. While walking to the victim's car in the parking garage, Reed struck the victim in the head with a glass wine bottle and robbed him of his cash winnings and other personal belongings.

     The victim received several head lacerations due to being struck by the bottle. Reed then fled the scene on foot, but the Hard Rock security and surveillance were able to identify Reed by his player's card information. Reed was taken into custody and formally charged shortly after the robbery.

     Reed has been scheduled for sentencing before the Honorable Dorothy Garrabrant, J.S.C. on July 18, 2024, at which time Reed will face a New Jersey State Prison Term of up to 10 years.

FILED UNDER: MAY 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC:   

Man Charged With Threatening To Shoot Police Officers

55-Year-Old Oakland Man Charged With Making Terroristic Threats Against Law Enforcement Personnel

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 6:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

OAKLAND, NJ.- Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella reported, on Thursday that a 55-year-old Oakland, New Jersey man was taken into custody and formally charged in connection with making terroristic threats against Police Officers over social media.

     On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, Detectives of the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Cyber Crimes Unit launched an investigation into a pattern of social media posts threatening to shoot Police Officers. During the investigation, Detectives were able to trace and track the social media posts to Todd Gentile, 55, of Oakland, New Jersey.

     Accordingly, on Thursday, May 23, 2024, Gentile, who was already being detained in the Bergen County Jail on an unrelated matter, was formally charged with third-degree Terroristic Threats. Gentile will remain in the Bergen County Jail pending future court proceedings in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

"The rules of the court requires 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 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, BERGEN:    

Chatsworth Elementary School Teacher Indicted For Touching Students

59-Year-Old Chatsworth Elementary School Teacher Indicted & Faces Additional Charges For Touching Kids

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 5:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

CHATSWORTH, NJ.- A 59-year-old Philadelphia, Pennsylvania man, who was employed as a Chatsworth Elementary Special Education School Teacher has been indicted and now faces additional charges for inappropriately touching male students.

     According to Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw, a grand jury sitting in Burlington County, New Jersey, returned a 28-count indictment charging Vincent Root, 59, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 14 counts of second-degree Sexual Assault; and 14 counts of second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

     Root who was originally charged in October 2023, in connection with sexually inappropriately touching seven students, has been charged in the indictment with inappropriately touching an additional seven students. Following the return of the indictment, Root pleaded not guilty last week during an arraignment hearing.

     The indictment stems from an investigation that began in September 2023 following a student coming forward and accusing Root of touching him inappropriately during the previous school year. The investigation uncovered that all of the student victims, who are all male, were touched in classrooms inside the school building. The investigation further uncovered that the abuse occurred over multiple years.

     The names and ages of the children, along with their dates of enrollment are being withheld by law enforcement to protect their identities.

     Anyone who believes they were victimized by Root is urged to contact the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office Special Victims Unit at (609) 265-5035 or you can email tips@co.burlington.nj.us.

"The rules of the court requires 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 25, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, BURLINGTON: 

     

 

Man Sentenced To Prison For Killing Teen

Bensalem, Pennsylvania Man Sentenced To 30 Years In State Prison For Fatally Shooting Willingboro Teen In 2021

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 3:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

WILLINGBORO, NJ.- A 24-year-old Bensalem, Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to a term of 30 years in New Jersey State Prison for the 2021 execution-style murder of a 14-year-old boy at a Willingboro gas station in August of 2021.

     According to Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw, Tamir Phillips appeared in Burlington County Superior Court and was sentenced by the Honorable Terrence R. Cook, J.S.C. to a 30-year term in prison. Judge Cook ordered that Phillips must serve the entire 30 years before becoming eligible for parole.

     In November 2023, following a trial, a jury sitting in Burlington County, New Jersey found Phillips guilty on the charges of first-degree Murder; second-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon; and second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose.

     According to court records, the conviction and sentence stem from an investigation that began in the afternoon hours of August 21, 2021, when members of the Willingboro Police Department responded to the Phillips 66 Gas Station located on the First Block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in Willingboro following receiving a report of a shooting.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers learned that a teen, identified as Jesse Everett, 14, of Willingboro, New Jersey was transported by way of a private vehicle to Virtua Willingboro Hospital. The teen was then airlifted to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later in the afternoon.

     Shortly after the shooting, Phillips, who was known to stay in Willingboro was immediately identified as the shooter and charges were filed against him the next day.

     The investigation determined that the day before the shooting, the owner of a 2014 Honda Civic had contacted Willingboro Police to report that the vehicle had been stolen. Detectives further uncovered that the owner of the Civic would at times let Phillips to use the car. The investigation determined that just before the shooting, Phillips was a passenger in another vehicle that was driving along Martin Luther King Drive when he spotted the Civic at the pumps of the Phillips 66 Gas Station.

     The driver pulled into the gas station behind the Civic, which was being driven by Everett. Phillips jumped out of the other car and went to the driver's side of the Civic, confronting Everett who was sitting in the driver's seat of the Civic, before firing a single gunshot striking Everett in the head. Two other people were in the Civic but were uninjured at the time of the shooting.

FILED UNDER: MAY, 25, 2025: LAW, LOCAL, BURINGTON:     

Glen Rock Basketball Game Turns Violent After Gunfire Erupts

23-Year-Old Paterson Man Struck By Gunfire Following An Altercation At A Glen Rock Basketball Court

Friday, May 24, 2024, 10:15 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

GLEN ROCK, NJ.- The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and the Glen Rock Police Department are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspect in a Glen Rock shooting that left a 23-year-old Paterson, New Jersey resident injured.

     As first reported by Bergen County Authorities, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, shortly after 7:30 p.m., members of the Glen Rock Police Department responded to Wilde Memorial Park in Glen Rock following receiving multiple reports of a disturbance involving a large group of people that were playing basketball on the park's basketball court. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located an individual, identified as a 23-year-old Paterson, New Jersey resident who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. the victim was treated at a nearby hospital and released.

     The initial report of the disturbance prompted a multiple county and local law enforcement response. 

      The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and the Glen Rock Police Department request the assistance of the public in providing any photos, videos, or other pertinent information that may assist investigators. Those with pertinent information may remain anonymous and contact the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Tip Line at (201) 226-5532. Anyone with pertinent photos or videos taken in and around Wilde Memorial Park immediately before, during, or after the shooting, may submit them by utilizing the following link:

https://bcponj.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/glenrock

FILED UNDER: MAY 24, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, BERGEN:

      

       

UPDATE: Willingboro Man Killed In Drive-By Shooting

45-Year-Old Willingboro Man Dies After Being Gunned Down Outside Willingboro Social Club Tuesday Night

Friday, May 24, 2024, 7:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

WILLINGBORO, NJ.- Burlington County Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 45-year-old Willingboro, New Jersey man who was gunned down Tuesday night outside the Diamond Dogz Social Club in an apparent drive-by shooting.

     According to Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at just around 9:15 p.m., members of the Willingboro Township Police Department responded to the Diamond Dogz Social Club located on the First Block of John F. Kennedy Way in Willingboro after receiving a 911 Emergency Call reporting shots fired.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a group of people outside the club and a man identified as Major Hamilton, 45, of Willingboro on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound to his chest. Mr. Hamilton was immediately transported to Virtua Willingboro Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased a around 10:30 p.m.

     The preliminary investigation by Detectives of the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office and the Willingboro Township Police Department determined that while Mr. Hamilton was standing outside the Social Club with a group of people, a dark-colored vehicle appeared in the roadway and drove toward the group of people slowly and an occupant in the vehicle fired multiple rounds from inside the vehicle striking Mr. Hamilton in the chest ultimately causing his death.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made. Anyone with information or video footage of the area at the time of the shooting is urged to contact Detective Shannon Sawyer or Detective Katie White of the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office or you can contact Detective Brandon Norris of the Willingboro Township Police Department.

     Anyone with information that will help Detectives can contact the Willingboro Township Police Department's Tips Line at (609) 877-6958. Or you can email a tip to tips@burlington.nj.us.

FILED UNDER: MAY 24, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, BURLINGTON:   

  

Man Indicted For The Murder Of His Mother

53-Year-Old Mays Landing Man Indicted On Charges For The March 20, 2024 Murder Of His 74-Year-Old Mother

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 4:45 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- A 53-year-old Mays Landing man was indicted on charges for the March 20, 2024 murder of his mother, 74-year-old Melba Daly inside her Mays Landing home. Ms Daly's son, Sean Daly, had spent time in prison for stabbing his mother numerous times back on March 3, 2015.

     According to Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds, on Wednesday, May 23, 2024, a grand jury sitting in Atlantic County, New Jersey, returned an indictment against Sean Daly, 53, of Mays Landing, New Jersey on charges in connection with the March 20, 2024, murder of Melba Daly.

     The indictment stems from an investigation that began on March 20, 2024, when at approximately 11:38 a.m., members of the Hamilton Township Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call at a residence located on Quinn Avenue in Mays Landing. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers discovered Melba Daly deceased inside her residence. A subsequent investigation by the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Unit and the Hamilton Township Police Department were quickly able to determine that Sean Daly was responsible for the death of his mother.

     Daly was taken into custody shortly after the murder and formally charged with first-degree Murder and Weapons Offenses. Daly has been in custody at the Atlantic County Justice Facility since his arrest.

"The rules of the court requires 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 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC:

  

  

Graphene The Next Generation In Batteries

Faster Charging, Longer Life, & Less Chance Of Explosion & Fire, Graphene The New Advancement In Battery Power

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 3:00 P.M. ET. By Ryan Metz: Englebrook Independent News,

MANHATTAN, NY.- Graphene, is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice structured sheet. graphene is poised to become the material of choice to replace lithium-ion batteries, the batteries that power everything from cell phones to electric vehicles. 

     Graphene has 10 times the energy density of lithium-ion batteries and can charge in seconds to minutes, has a lower rate of overheating and thermal runaway, is not prone to explosion or fire, and can last up to 10 years. Combining graphene with other types of batteries such as superconductors can also increase the efficiency of batteries as well as enable them to operate in extreme cold.

     While lithium-ion batteries are currently utilized throughout a vast number of industries, they are not the ideal choice for battery material. Lithium-ion batteries have been linked to fires and in some instances, explosions, one example we all remember is "Hoverboards," lithium-ion batteries are also expensive to produce, do not function well in cold weather, and have a limited capacity. 

     Because of these attributes and the expected transition from combustion engine vehicles to EVs, the hunt is on to find the materials for the next generation of batteries. "If there is one battery technology to keep an eye on, it is graphene," says Jard van Ingen, co-founder and CEO of Focus, an AI analysis platform that predicts technological breakthroughs based on global patent data. Acumen Research and Consulting is also predicting graphene to become an industry worth over $1 Billion by 2032, up from $105 Million last year in 2023.

     Graphene does have one drawback, it's currently not produced in large quantities to fully replace the lithium-ion market. Scientists and engineers are working with over twenty production methods to find the one that will produce graphene in large quantities and at low costs. Once this has been achieved, graphene will finally be able to be utilized in the same way lithium-ion is being used.

FILED UNDER: MAY 23, 2024: SCIENCE & NATURE, LOCAL, NATIONAL:              

   

Man Struck By Gunfire On A Paterson Street

20-Year-Old Man Arrives At Hospital After Being Struck By Gunfire Early This Morning

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 12:00 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News, 

PATERSON, NJ.- A 20-year-old Paterson man arrived at Saint Joseph's University Medical Center in the early morning hours today, making him the second person to be struck by gunfire in just under 8 hours on a Paterson, New Jersey Street.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at around 1:15 p.m., members of the Paterson Police responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting shots fired in the area of Pennington and Market Streets in the City of Paterson.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers were able to locate evidence of a shooting but were unable to locate a victim. Within minutes of arriving on the scene, the Paterson Police Department was advised that a 20-year-old Paterson, New Jersey man had arrived at Saint Joseph's University Medical Center seeking treatment for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made as authorities continue the search for the gunman.

     Anyone with information regarding this shooting is asked to contact the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or you can contact the Paterson Police Department's Shooting Investigation Unit at (973) 321-1342.

FILED UNDER: MAY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, PASSAIC:

       

Nikki Haley Says She Will Vote For Donald Trump

Former GOP Primary Candidate Nikki Haley Announced Yesterday She Will Be Voting For Trump This November

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 8:30 A.M. ET. By Jennifer Hodges: Englebrook Independent News,

WASHINGTON, DC.-  On Wednesday, former GOP Primary Candidate Nikki Haley said she would be voting for Donald Trump in the 2024 general election, in a show of support for Trump which will unite the republican party, despite their contentious rivalry during the primary calendar.

     "I will be voting for Trump," Trump's former U.N. Ambassador, said at a speaking event at the Hudson Institute, yesterday.

     Haley also made it clear that she feels that Trump has work to do to win over voters who supported her during the course of the Republican primary campaign, and who continue to cast votes for her in ongoing state primary contests.

     "Having said that, I stand by my suspension speech," Haley continued. "Trump would be smart to reach out to the millions of people who voted for me and continue to support me and not assume that they're just going to be with him. And I genuinely hope he does that."

     Yesterday's comments in her first public speech since she officially dropped out of the primary race are just another signal of the GOP's complete support behind Trump, even from those who had said he was a threat in the past.

     Haley suspended her own run for the GOP nomination just a little over two months ago but during her suspension speech, she failed to immediately endorse Trump, accusing him of causing chaos and disregarding important U.S. alliances across the globe as well as questioning whether Trump at 77 was too old to be president again.

     In return, Trump repeatedly mocked Haley, with the nickname "Birdbrain," and even made remarks about Haley's husband who was serving overseas in the military. In March, Trump pulled back his attacks are he secured enough delegates to become the presumptive Republican nominee.

     Trump's campaign did not immediately respond to requests for comments on Haley's announcement. 

     Meanwhile, the Biden Campaign has been working to win over Haley's supporters, whom they believe are swing voters. With yesterday's announcement, Biden may now have little hope of bringing Haley supporters to his side.

FILED UNDER: MAY 23, 2024: NATIONAL, LOCAL, POLITICS, ELECTION 2024:         

 

      

  

Man Sentenced To Prison For Killing Ex-Wife In 2020

76-Year-Old Man Will Die In Prison After Being Sentenced To 4 Decades For The 2020 Murder Of Ex-Wife

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 7:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

CAMDEN, NJ.- A 76-year-old Cherry Hill man learned his fate that he would die in New Jersey State Prison after he appeared before a Camden County Superior Court Judge and was sentenced to four decades in prison for the July 2020 slashing attack and robbery of his ex-wife, who died from complications of the attack in March 2021.

     According to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay, on April 3, 2024, a jury sitting in Camden County, New Jersey found Philip Puche, 76, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, guilty of the charges of first-degree Murder; first-degree Robbery; second-degree Burglary; and third-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, for the murder of his ex-wife, Nancy Kenny.

     Six weeks after being convicted, on May 15, 2024, Puche appeared before a Camden County Superior Court Judge and was sentenced to 40 years in New Jersey State Prison for first-degree Murder and related offenses. The Judge ordered that the sentence be subject to The No Early Release Act which will require Puche to serve 85% of his custodial term before becoming eligible for parole. The sentence is the equivalent of life in prison for Puche.

     The conviction and sentence stem from an incident that began on July 19, 2020, at just around 10:00 a.m., when Puche attacked his ex-wife Nancy Kenny as she was entering her vehicle outside her Audubon Park, New Jersey home. During the attack, Puche slashed Ms. Kenny multiple times in her neck with a sharp object, along with other injuries to her body. Puche also took Ms. Kenny's purse during the attack.

     Following the attack, Ms. Kenny was rushed to Cooper University Hospital, where she underwent emergency surgery. Following an eight-month battle, on March 15, 2021, Ms. Kenny tragically succumbed to complications she sustained in the attack and passed away.

FILED UNDER: MAY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, CAMDEN: 

      

 

Teen Struck By Gunfire In Paterson Shooting

13-Year-Old Hospitalized After Being Struck By Gunfire Wednesday Afternoon In Paterson, New Jersey

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 5:40 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- Passaic County Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding a shooting after gunfire erupted Wednesday afternoon on a Paterson, New Jersey Street leaving a 13-year-old hospitalized from a gunshot wound.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, shortly after 5:00 p.m., members of the Paterson Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a shooting in the area of Putman and Mercer Streets in the City of Paterson.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 13-year-old Patterson juvenile who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The teen was immediately transported to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center for treatment. The teen's condition is unknown at this time.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made as police continue to search for the gunman.

      Anyone with information regarding the shooting of the teen is asked to contact the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or you can contact the Paterson Police Department's Shooting Investigation Unit at (973) 321-1342. All calls will be kept confidential.

FILED UNDER: MAY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, PASSAIC:

       

Man Charged With Sexual Assault Of Child

56-Year-Old Homeless Morristown Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting A 4-Year-Old Boy At Town Park

Thursday, May 23, 2024, 4:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

MORRISTOWN, NJ.- On Tuesday, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll reported that a 56-year-old homeless Morristown, New Jersey man was taken into custody and charged with allegedly sexually assaulting a 4-year-old boy in a Morristown Memorial Park that took place on May 9, 2024.

     On May 15, 2024, the Morris County Prosecutor's Office was notified of an incident that had taken place on May 9, 2024, at George Gramby Memorial Park. A 4-year-old boy reported to authorities that he was sexually assaulted by an unknown man while in the park.

     During an investigation, the man, later identified as John Dowd, 56, of Morristown, was located and taken into custody in Morristown, New Jersey.

     Accordingly, on May 15, 2024, following being taken into custody, Dowd was formally charged with first-degree Aggravated Sexual Assault; and third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Dowd was processed on the charges and will be detained in the Morris County Correctional Facility pending trial.

     Anyone with additional information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Morris County Prosecutor's Office Sex Crimes/ Child Endangerment Unit at (973) 285-6200. All calls will be kept confidential.

"The rules of the court requires 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 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, MORRIS:

 

Two Dead, Three Hospitalized In Chester Pennsylvania Shooting

UPDATE: 2 People Were Killed & 3 Remain In Critical Condition In "Work Place" Shooting In Chester Business

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 2:30 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

CHESTER, PA.- Two people are dead and three others remain hospitalized in critical condition, following a Wednesday morning shooting at a business located on West 4th Street in Chester, Pennsylvania, a town just west of Philadelphia.

     A suspect was taken into custody in the nearby city of Trainer, according to Chester Police Commissioner Steven Gretsky.

     The shooting occurred at Delaware County Linen on Wednesday morning, just around 8:40 a.m. 

     "This is a story that plays out too often across the United States of America," Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said during a news conference this morning. "A disgruntled employee has walked into a linen shop, the Delaware County Linen shop behind us, and shot five people, five coworkers."

     Authorities have not released the names of the two people killed or the injured three. Police have not released the name of the shooter at this time. 

FILED UNDER: MAY 22, 2024: NATIONAL, LOCAL, LAW: 

  

  

Willingboro Township Murder Investigation

Man Was Fatally Shot Tuesday Night Outside A Willingboro Township Social Club

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 1:30 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

WILLINGBORO TOWNSHIP, NJ.- The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office and the Willingboro Township Police Department are asking for the public's assistance for any information or video footage of the fatal shooting of a man.

 

     According to authorities, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at around 9:15 p.m., members of the Willingboro Township Police Department responded to a report of a man being shot outside a social club located on the First Block of John F. Kennedy Way in Willingboro.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a man on the ground outside the club suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The man was immediately transported to Virtua Willingboro Hospital, where he succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased a short time later.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made. More information may become available once released by Burlington County Authoroities.

     Anyone with information that might be helpful to Detectives is urged to contact the Willingboro Township Police Department's Tip Line at (609) 877-6958 or you can email to tips@burlington.nj.us.

FILED UNDER: MAY 22, 2024: LAW, LOCAL BURLINGTON:   

Man Pleads Guilty To Kidnapping And Firearms Charges

A 33-Year-Old Atlantic City Man Will Spend The Next 18 Years In Prison After Pleading Guilty Multiple Offenses

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 11:00 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds reported that on Monday, May 20, 2024, Glen Graves, 33, of Atlantic City, New Jersey, appeared in Atlantic County Superior Court and pleaded guilty before the Honorable Bernard E. DeLury, J.S.C., to the charges of first-degree Kidnapping; second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and fourth-degree Resisting Arrest by Flight.

     In return for Graves pleading guilty, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office will recommend that Graves be sentenced to an 18-year term in New Jersey State Prison. The sentence will be subject to the No Early Release Act which will require Graves to serve 85% of his custodial term before becoming eligible for parole. Following being released Graves will be subject to intensive parole supervision for an additional 5 years.

     The guilty plea stems from an incident that began on the morning of December 27, 2022, Graves forcibly entered an apartment in Atlantic City armed with a handgun. Graves ransacked the apartment and then forced the resident, at gunpoint, to drive to a local bank. While seated in the backseat of the victim's car, Graves forced the victim to take out $600.00 from the bank's drive-through ATM.

     Shortly thereafter, Graves discarded a pair of latex gloves and a loaded handgun. Ultimately, Police Officers identified Graves through surveillance video, witness statements, and a positive DNA match from the latex gloves.

     Graves also pled guilty on unrelated indictments, and he is expected to be sentenced to concurrent terms on the charges of second-degree Aggravated Assault; second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and second-degree Eluding Law Enforcement. Graves admitted that on August 5, 2022, he fired a handgun at an occupied vehicle that had been driving through Brigantine Homes in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Graves also admitted that on December 4, 2022, he deliberately eluded Police Officers from Egg Harbor City when he fled from a motor vehicle stop while in a stolen vehicle. 

     Graves was apprehended earlier this year after a joint investigation by the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Galloway Township Police Department.

FILED UNDER: MAY 22, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC:      

 

  

Multiple People Shot In Chester, Pennsylvania

DEVELOPING: Multiple People Have Been Shot This Morning Inside A Business In Chester, Pennsylvania

Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 9:30 A.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

CHESTER, PA.- Sources have reported that multiple people have been shot inside the Delaware County Linen Building, located on the 2600 Block of West 4th Street in Chester.

     The incident unfolded when gunfire erupted just shortly before 9:00 a.m., Wednesday. Police are still searching for the alleged gunman. All available Police Officers have responded to the area, following a county-wide alert going out, according to local news reports. 

     It is unclear at this time how many people have been shot, or the extent of their injuries. Authorities are trying to determine how the shooting began.

     This is a developing story we will bring you more once it is confirmed by Chester law enforcement officials.

FILED UNDER: MAY 22, 2024: BREAKING, NATIONAL, LOCAL, LAW:   

 

Two Men Killed In Two Separate Camden Shootings

An 18-Year-Old Man & A 24-Year-Old Man Were Killed Within 8-Hours On Friday In Camden, New Jersey

Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 7:30 P.M. ET. By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

CAMDEN, NJ.- Two Camden, New Jersey men become the latest victims of senseless gun violence after gunfire erupts in two separate shootings on Friday, May 17, 2024, leaving an 18-year-old man, and a 24-year-old man dead from gunshot wounds.

     According to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay, on Friday, May 17, 2024, shortly after 12:30 p.m., members of the Camden County Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter Activation for shots fired on the 800 Block of Princeton Avenue in the City of Camden. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, identified as Marcus Corbitt, 24, of Camden, New Jersey on the ground, suffering from multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. Mr. Corbitt was immediately transported by Camden County Police Officers to Cooper University Hospital, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased a short time later.

     Later that day, just shortly after 8:30 p.m., members of the Camden County Sheriff's Department who were detailed to Cooper University Hospital reported that a man, identified as Na'Quan McCray, 24, of Camden, New Jersey was dropped off at the hospital by way of a private motor vehicle, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite life-saving efforts, Mr. McCray succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 10:08 p.m. During the initial investigation, Detectives determined that Mr. McCray was shot at Point Street Park located at Point and York Streets in the City of Camden.

     The investigation into both shooting deaths remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made as Police continue their search for the gunmen in both shootings.

     Anyone with information about the shooting death of Mr. Corbitt is asked to contact Detective Erica DiLolle of the Camden County Homicide Unit at (856) 225-5539 and Detective Jake Siegfried of the Camden County Police Department at (609) 820-3537. All calls will be kept confidential.

     Anyone with information regarding the shooting death of Mr. McCray is asked to contact Detective Daniel Crawford of the Camden County Homicide Unit at (856) 225-2593 and Detective Brian Ford of the Camden County Police Department at (609) 519-6927. All calls will be kept confidential.

FILED UNDER: MAY 21, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, CAMDEN: