Married Couple Sentenced To Prison For Sexually Assaulting Two Women

Old Bridge Husband & Wife Sentenced To Prison For Practicing Medicine Without License & Sexual Assaults

Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 9:00 A.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

OLD BRIDGE, NJ.- On July 9, 2024, an Old Bridge, New Jersey husband and wife were sentenced to terms in New Jersey State Prison and a Middlesex County Jail sentence in connection with practicing and administering medical care without being licensed and sexually assaulting two women that occurred in July 2022.

     According to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone, an initial investigation led by Detective Jessica Caffey of the Old Bridge Police Department uncovered that on July 20, 2022, a woman went to receive medical treatment at the residence of Orger Sibaja-Bolanos, 67, of Old Bridge, New Jersey. Sibaja-Bolanos represented and posed as a doctor. During the woman's visit, Sibjaj-Bolanos sexually assaulted her and administered injections to her.

     During the investigation, Detective Caffey determined that Sibaja-Bolanos was not a licensed doctor and was not allowed to administer injections. Accordingly, Sibaja-Bolanos was taken into custody and formally charged with second-degree Sexual Assault; third-degree Aggravated Assault; third-degree and third-degree Unlicensed Practice of Medicine.

     Approximately three weeks later, on August 8, 2022, a second woman came forward. The ongoing investigation quickly uncovered that Sibaja-Bolanos sexually assaulted and gave her injections on multiple occasions in July 2022. Sibaja-Bolanos was again charged with second-degree Sexual Assault; third-degree Unlicensed Practice of Medicine; and third-degree Financial Facilitation.

     During Detective Caffey's further investigation, it was learned that Sibaja-Bolanos's wife, Rosa Perez, 64, of Old Bridge, New Jersey, assisted in the unlicensed practice of medicine. Following the discovery, Perez was formally charged with third-degree Unlicensed Practice of Medicine; third-degree Conspiracy to Commit the Unlicensed Practice of Medicine; and third-degree Financial Facilitation. 

     On October 23, 2023, Perez appeared in Middlesex County Superior Court and pled guilty to third-degree Conspiracy to Commit the Unlicensed Practice of Medicine. In January 2024, Sibaja-Bolanos pled guilty to two counts of second-degree Sexual Assault.

     On July 9, 2024, Sibaja-Bolanos appeared in Middlesex County Superior Court and was sentenced by the Honorable Sheree V. Pitchford, J.S.C., to a term of 10 years in New Jersey State Prison. This sentence is subject to the No Early Release Act, which requires Sibaja-Bolanos to serve 85% of his custodial term before becoming eligible for parole. He will also be required to register as a sex offender under Megan's Law and be on parole supervision for life.

     Perez was sentenced to 364 days in county jail as a condition of a three-year term of probation.

FILED UNDER: JULY 24, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, MIDDLESEX:

                

  

Police Officer Charged With Physically Assaulting A Woman

42-Year-Old Palisades Park Police Officer Charged With A Series Of Alleged Threats & Physical Assaults Of A Woman

Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 6:45 A.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ.- On Monday, a 42-year-old South Hackensack, New Jersey man, who is employed as a Police Officer with the Palisades Park Police Department, was taken into custody and charged in connection with a series of continued threats and the physical assaults of a woman.

     According to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella, on Friday, July 19, 2024, the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Confidential Investigation Unit received information regarding the alleged assault of a woman and endangering the welfare of two children that had occurred in the past.

     An investigation by Detectives of the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office quickly determined that between 2019 and 2023, David Chun, 42, of South Hackensack, New Jersey, threatened and assaulted the woman on multiple occasions in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey. Detectives also determined that Chun assaulted the woman in front of two young children.

     Accordingly, following the investigation, on Monday, July 22, 2024, Chun was taken into custody at the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office in Paramus, New Jersey, and was formally charged with six counts of second-degree Aggravated Assault; one count of third-degree Aggravated Assault; one count of fourth-degree Aggravated Assault; seven counts of second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child; two counts of third-degree Terroristic Threats; and one count of a Disorderly Persons Offense of Criminal Mischief.

     After being processed on the charges, Chun was remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending future court proceedings in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

"The rules of the court require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt."

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

    

   

Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting A Child

44-Year-Old Demarest Man Charged With Aggravated Sexual Assault & Child Endangerment Offenses

Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 6:30 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

DEMAREST, NJ.- On Monday, a 44-year-old Demarest, New Jersey, man was taken into custody and jailed after being charged in connection with the multiple sexual assaults of a child who was under the age of thirteen at the time of the assaults.

     According to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella, on Monday, July 22, 2024, the Division of Child Protection and Permanency contacted the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Special Victims Unit regarding the alleged sexual assault of a child under the age of thirteen that had occurred in the past.

     Following a swift-moving investigation and after Detectives of the Bergen County Special Victims Unit interviewed witnesses, including the victim, Detectives determined that Errol D. Daludado, 44, of Demarest, sexually assaulted a child under the age of thirteen in Demarest, New Jersey, in Demarest on multiple occasions.

     Accordingly, on Monday, July 22, 2024, Daludado was taken into custody in Demarest and formally charged with two counts of first-degree Aggravated Sexual Assault; and third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

     Daludado was processed on the charges and was remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending future court proceedings in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack, New Jersey.

"The rules of the court require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt."

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

   

Man Sentenced To State Prison For Narcotics And Weapons Offenses

23-Year-Old Atlantic City Man Will Spend The Next Decade In Prison For Weapons & Narcotics Offenses

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 6:00 P.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News, 

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- On Monday, July 22, 2024, Nahjajuan Ellis, 23, of Atlantic City, New Jersey, appeared in Atlantic County Superior Court and was sentenced by the Honorable Donna M. Taylor, J.S.C., to New Jersey State Prison on narcotics and weapons charges.

     According to Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds, Ellis was sentenced to a term of 10 years in State Prison on the charges of first-degree Maintaining a Controlled Dangerous Substance Production Facility; second-degree Possession of Heroin and Fentanyl with the Intent to Distribute; and second-degree Unlawful Possession of a Handgun. Ellis will be required to serve 42 months of his custodial term before becoming eligible for parole.

     The sentence stems from an investigation that unfolded on January 26, 2023, when Detectives of the Vice Unit of the Atlantic City Police Department executed a court-authorized search warrant at an apartment in Atlantic City. Prior to Detectives entering the apartment, Ellis was seen exiting the front door and was immediately taken into custody.

     During the search, Detectives found a stolen loaded handgun and over a half-ounce combination of heroin and fentanyl. Police additionally found paraphernalia that is consistent with the packaging of narcotics for street-level sales, along with stampers, ink pads, and digital scales. Further, Detectives seized $8,565 in cash consistent with narcotics sales.

     During Monday's sentencing hearing, Ellis was additionally sentenced to concurrent terms on unrelated charges of third-degree Possession of Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute; and Obstruction of Justice.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC:     

N.J. Democratic Senator Bob Menendez Will Step Down From Senate Seat

N.J. Senator Bob Menendez Will Step Down From His Senate Seat Effective August 20, 2024

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 5:00 P.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Jennifer Hodges: Englebrook Independent News,

WASHINGTON, DC. On Tuesday, New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez submitted a letter stating that he will resign from the Senate effective August 20, 2024.

     Tuesday's announcement is a major moment in the political downfall of the once-powerful New Jersey Democratic Senator. It will finally end his scandal-plagued tenure in the Senate. Today's announcement comes just one week after he was convicted on all 16 counts of the indictment on July 16, 2024, for his role in a years-long bribery scheme.

     Receipt of the Senator's resignation was announced at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday on the Senate floor during a brief exchange between Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Presiding Officer Senator Peter Welch, the Democratic Senator from Vermont.

     New Jersey's Democratic Governor, Phil Murphy, is expected to appoint a replacement to fill the remainder of Menendez's term, which ends on January 3, 2025.

     Today's announcement will also bring an end to Menendez selling his power in the Senate for his own financial gain.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: NATIONAL, LOCAL, POLITICS, WASHINGTON DC:

      

  

Three Men Sentenced To Prison For The Murder Of Teen

Three Jersey City Men Were Sentenced To State Prison For 2018 Shooting Death Of  A Jersey City, New Jersey Teen

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 2:45 P.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

JERSEY CITY, NJ.- On Friday, July 19, 2024, three Jersey City, New Jersey, men appeared in Hudson County Superior Court and were sentenced by the Honorable Mitzy Galis-Menendez to New Jersey State Prison for their roles in the 2018 shooting death of Jayden Fondeur, 17, that occurred in Jersey City, New Jersey.

     According to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, on Friday, Rayquan Carmichael, 23, of Jersey City, was sentenced to 40 years in State Prison on the charge of Murder. The sentence will run consecutive to a seven-year sentence on an unrelated Unlawful Possession of a Weapon charge and a four-year sentence on an unrelated Burglary charge, for a total New Jersey State Prison sentence of 51 years.

     Isaiah Huggins, 24, of Jersey City, was sentenced to 42 years in State Prison for Murder. The sentences are the result of convictions against both men. On March 13, 2024, a jury sitting in Hudson County found Carmichael and Huggins guilty on the charge of Murder and related Weapons Offenses.

     Jahmari Hector, 21, of Jersey City, was sentenced to six years in State Prison subject to The No Early Release Act, which will require Hector to serve 85% of his custodial sentence before becoming eligible for parole. Hector had previously pleaded guilty on May 20, 2024, to a charge of Conspiracy to Commit Aggravated Assault for his part in the shooting death.

     On Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at around 6:30 p.m., members of the Jersey City Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting shots fired in the area of Old Bergen Road and Pamrapo Avenue in Jersey City.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found an unresponsive male, later identified as Jayden Fondeur, 17, of Jersey City, New Jersey, with an apparent gunshot wound to his neck. Mr. Fondeur was subsequently pronounced deceased a short time later.

     A subsequent autopsy performed at the time by the Regional Medical Examiner's Office determined the cause of death to be a gunshot wound to the neck and the manner of death to be a homicide.

     Following a swift-moving investigation by Detectives of the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office and the Jersey City Police Department, Detectives were able to identify Carmichael, Huggins, and Hector as suspects and the individuals responsible for the fatal shooting of Mr. Fondeur. All three were taken into custody and charged.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, HUDSON:        

 

BREAKING: Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle Resigns Amid Calls From Lawmakers To Step Down

After Refusing To Resign In The Wake Of The Agency's Failures In The Attempted Assassination Of Trump, Cheatle Steps Down On Tuesday

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 1:15 P.M. ET. 3 Minute Read, By Jennifer Hodges: Englebrook Independent News,

WASHINGTON, DC. On Tuesday, Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle, in an internal email to Secret Service staff and in a letter to President Joe Biden, said she would be resigning effective immediately in wake of the Saturday, July 13th failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.

     Cheatle, who came under fire on Monday by both Democratic and Republican Lawmakers during her testimony before members of the House Oversight Committee, provided few details and answers into how a 20-year-old man, Thomas Matthew Crooks, who took his father's AR Style rifle and climbed on top of a roof and open fire wounding former President Trump and killing a husband and father of two, and former firefighter Cory Comperatore, and severely injuring another two attendees. 

     Cheatle admitted under oath in her opening statement to members of the Oversight Committee that the Secret Service on "July 13th, We Failed. As the director of the United States Secret Service, I take full responsibility for any security lapse of our agency." she said. "We must learn what happened, and I will move heaven and earth to ensure that an incident like July 13th never happens again."

     House Republicans and Democrats alike, including House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, who had been calling on Cheatle to resign, calling her and the agency under her watch "The Face of Incompetence. It is my firm belief, Director Cheatle, that you should resign," Comer said during the hearing.

     Cheatle from the day of the assassination attempt provided few details and even blamed local law enforcement for the security lapses that local officials refuted in numerous press releases.

     Following her resignation, President Biden praised Cheatle for not firing her, which was what Biden should have done immediately after the July 13th attempt on former President Trump's life.

     Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said, "I am grateful to Kimberly Cheatle for her leadership as Director of the United States and for her lifelong devotion to our country."

     Since being sworn into office on September 17, 2022, Cheatle has shifted hiring standards instead of focusing on training. A change in standards may have led to the catastrophic failures of July 13th in Butler, Pennsylvania.

     Under her watch, in 2023, ranking of the best places to work in federal as measured by the Office of Personnel Management's annual Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey and compiled by the Partnership for Public Service, the United States Secret Service came in 413 for overall engagement and satisfaction out of 459 subcomponent agencies.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: WASHINGTON, NATIONAL:   

                    

  

Paterson, New Jersey Active Shooting Investigation

35-Year-Old Paterson Man Hospitalized After Being Shot Late Monday Afternoon On A Paterson, New Jersey Street

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 11:45 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- A 35-year-old Paterson, New Jersey man was hospitalized after he was struck by gunfire late yesterday afternoon as summer gun violence continues to ramp up in the City of Paterson, New Jersey.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, on Monday, July 22, 2024, shortly before 5:30 p.m., members of the Paterson Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting shots fired in the area of 12th Avenue and Straight Street in the City of Paterson.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found evidence of a shooting crime scene and a 35-year-old Paterson, New Jersey man who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The man was immediately transported to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center for treatment. The man's condition was unknown at this time.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made as Passaic County authorities are continuing their search for the suspect.

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

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

 

  

Man Charged With Killing Pedestrian While Driving With Suspended License

68-Year-Old Seaside Park Man Charged With Killing Pedestrian While Driving On The Revoked & Fleeing The Scene

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 10:45 A.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

TOMS RIVER, NJ.- A 68-year-old Seaside Park, New Jersey man was taken into custody and jailed after being charged in connection with running down a pedestrian on Sunday in Toms River, who later died at a local hospital from injuries he sustained from being hit by a pickup truck.

     According to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, on Sunday, following a swift-moving investigation, John Marrone, 68, of Seaside Park, was formally charged with Causing Death or Injury While Driving with a Suspended or Revoked Driver's License; and Knowingly Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident Resulting in Death.

     Both charges stem from an investigation that began on Sunday, July 21, 2024, when, shortly before 3:00 p.m., members of the Toms River Township Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a pedestrian being struck by a motor vehicle that fled the scene on Route 166 near Old Freehold Road in the Township.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Gonzalo Jimenez-Hernandez, 48, of Toms River, New Jersey, having sustained life-threatening injuries. Mr. Jimenez-Hernandez was immediately transported to Community Medical Center in Toms River, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased a short time later.

     The initial investigation by responding Police Officers determined that Mr. Jimenez-Hernandez stepped into the roadway and was struck by a motor vehicle.

     An ensuing and swift-moving investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office in conjunction with the Toms River Township Police Department determined that a Black Ford F-150 pickup truck was traveling north on Route 166 when Mr. Jimenez-Hernandez stepped into the roadway and was struck by the truck, which then fled the scene.

     Police Officers and Detectives located the Black Ford F-150 unoccupied in the parking lot of a nearby apartment complex. After locating the Ford, Detectives learned that it was registered to Marrone. A short time later, Police Officers located Marrone walking on foot near the Ford pickup. 

     Marrone was then taken into custody without incident. Marrone was then transported to Community Medical Center, where he submitted to a court-authorized warrant to have his blood drawn. 

     Following the blood draw, Marrone was transported to the Ocean County Jail pending future court proceedings in Ocean County Superior Court in Toms River, 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: JULY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, OCEAN:

    

          

  

Biden To Return To The White House Tuesday Afternoon

Hiden Biden Scheduled To Return To White House Mid-Tuesday Afternoon Amid Calls For Him To Resign Increase

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 9:15 A.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Jennifer Hodges: Englebrook Independent News,

WASHINGTON, DC.- President Joe Biden is scheduled to return to the White House on Tuesday afternoon following his COVID-19 diagnosis late last week in Las Vegas, Nevada. He released a one-page letter on Sunday on social media saying he will be stepping down in his 2024 bid for President.

     Biden had been isolating at his Rehoboth Beach, Delaware home since testing positive for Covid, cutting a Las Vegas campaign appearance short. No one has seen the President since he arrived in Delaware.

     Many are questioning if Biden becoming ill as pressure has mounted for him to end his campaign following his catastrophic debate performance on June 27th against former President Donald Trump that has raised concerns from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers about his health and mental capacity as president.

     On Sunday, July 21st, shortly before 2:00 p.m., Biden, in a one-page letter on his personal letterhead, posted on social media that he would not be seeking the nomination to run for President in the 2024 General Election against Donald Trump. In the letter, Biden also said he would fully support Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee.

     Today's announcement of his return comes as Biden just canceled nine upcoming trips, fueling speculation that Biden may not be fit to continue as President.

     In 2020, we watched as Biden hid in the basement of his Delaware home during his presidential run. As calls for Biden to resign, White House Staff may be "Hiden Biden" in the basement of the White House shielding him from the press and the American public.

     Biden is scheduled to arrive at the White House on the South Grounds at 2:30 p.m. Today and will receive the daily briefing which is closed to the press. We will have to see if Biden addresses the nation this week to hear the reasoning behind his stepping down as the Democratic nominee, although we already know that he was forced out.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: BREAKING, NATIONAL, LOCAL, POLITICS, WASHINGTON:

           

BREAKING: Monmouth University On Lockdown Following Active Threat

Monmouth University Students Have Been Ordered To Shelter In Place As Authorities Are Searching The Campus

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 7:00 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By George Petruska: Englebrook Independent News,

WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ.- During the early hours on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Monmouth University officials ordered a lockdown of the campus due to an active investigation on campus grounds. University students were told to shelter in place.

     Just shortly after 1:30 a.m. this morning, University Police officials initiated the lockdown, stating, "There Is An Emergency at Monmouth University. A Lockdown is in Effect. This is Not a Drill. Please Close and Lock All Doors and Await Further Instructions."

     At around 4:15 a.m., school officials posted on their website, "University Police are continuing their investigation. Please Continue to Shelter in Place."

     Monmouth Univerisity Police and local law enforcement agencies have closed all entrances to the campus. The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office will be releasing a statement later this morning.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, MONMOUTH: 

     

  

Pleasantville Man Indicted For Killing A Pedestrian In 2023

Pleasantville Man Indicted On A Charge Of Vehicular Homicide For Killing A Pedestrian While Driving Drunk

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 6:45 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- Last Tuesday, July 16, 2024, a Grand Jury sitting in Atlantic County, New Jersey, returned an indictment against Maykol J. Mendozarizo, 38, of Pleasantville, New Jersey, on the charge of second-degree Vehicular Homicide in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on November 19, 2023, in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

     According to Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds, on November 19, 2023, shortly after 8:00 p.m., Mendozario was involved in a motor vehicle crash on Albany Avenue in Atlantic City. Mendozario struck a pedestrian, Heriberto Alicea, 61, of Atlantic City, New Jersey. 

     Mr. Alicea was pronounced deceased from injuries he sustained due to being struck by Mendozario's motor vehicle.

     A subsequent investigation at the time of the collision by Detectives of the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office Crash Investigation Unit and the Atlantic City Police Department determined that at the time of the crash, Mendozario was driving under the influence of alcohol when he struck Mr. Alicea.

"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 defendant are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt."

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC:

 

Harrington Park, New Jersey Death Investigation

Investigation Continues Into The Death Of A 55-Year-Old Woman Who Was Found Dead In Her Bathroom

Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 6:30 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

HARRINGTON PARK, NJ.- The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and the Harrington Park Police Department are continuing the investigation into what appears to be an accidental death of a 55-year-old woman who was found dead Saturday afternoon inside the bathroom of her Harrington Park home.

     According to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella, on Saturday, July 20, 2024, shortly after 3:30 p.m., members of the Harrington Park Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting an unresponsive woman inside the bathroom of her Harrington Park home.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers and First Responders found 55-year-old Rachel Minaya, the wife of former Yankees General Manager Omar Minaya, unconscious inside the bathroom of their home. First Responders performed life-saving-measures and transported Ms. Minaya to Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, New Jersey, where she was sadly pronounced deceased an hour later.

     According to the Prosecutor's Office, Ms. Minaya's death does not to be suspicious in nature. The ruling on the cause and manner of death are pending the final determination of the Regional Medical Examiner's Office.

FILED UNDER: JULY 23, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, BERGEN:    

  

Active Clifton, New Jersey Fatal Crash Investigation

Linden, New Jersey, Truck Driver Killed When His Truck Was Hit From Behind A Burst Into Flames On Monday

Monday, July 22, 2024, 3:45 P.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

CLIFTON, NJ.- Detectives of the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Fatal Investigations Unit, in conjunction with the Clifton Police Department, are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding Monday morning's fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on Route 3 in Clifton, New Jersey, that claimed the life of the truck driver.

     According to Clifton Police Chief Thomas Rinaldi, at around 9:00 a.m., members of the Clifton Police Department and the Clifton Police Department responded to the area of Route 3 West near Grove Street in Clifton after receiving a report of a serious motor vehicle crash.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers and First Responders found a tractor-trailer fully engulfed in flames that had crashed into the side barrier on Route 3 West. Route 3 was closed in both directions while firefighters extinguished the fire. During the initial investigation, Police Officers determined that a bus had struck the truck from behind, pushing it into the barrier and causing it to explode.

     Following the fire being brought under control, members of the Clifton Fire Department discovered the body of the truck driver, only identified at this time as a 55-year-old Linden, New Jersey man.

     Following the discovery of the man's body, at around 11:00 a.m., the Clifton Police Department notified the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office, and Detectives responded, according to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes.

     The exact cause of the vehicle crash remains undetermined at this time. The investigation remains active and ongoing. The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone with additional information regarding this crash to contact the Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org.

FILED UNDER: JULY 22, 2022: LAW, LOCAL, PASSAIC:  

 

  

 

  

Active Paterson, New Jersey Shooting Investigation

43-Year-Old Paterson Woman Hospitalized After Being Struck By Gunfire Last Night In Paterson

Monday, July 22, 2024, 2:45 P.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- A 43-year-old Paterson, New Jersey woman was hospitalized after she was struck by gunfire late Sunday night on a Paterson, New Jersey Street.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, shortly before 10:00 p.m., members of the Paterson Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call after receiving a report of a shooting in the area of Prospect and Market Streets in the City of Paterson.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a 43-year-old Paterson, New Jersey woman suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The woman was immediately transported to Saint Joseph's University Medical Center for treatment. 

     During the initial investigation, Detectives and responding Officers found evidence of a shooting crime scene at that location. 

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time as authorities are continuing their search for the gunman. 

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

FILED UNDER: JULY 22, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, PASSAIC:

 

  

Man Charged In Connection With Fatal Stabbing Of A Woman

Woman Stabbed To Death Yesterday Afternoon While Her Son Was Sleeping In His Bedroom

Monday, July 22, 2024, 1:00 P.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

EDISON, NJ.- A 37-year-old Edison, New Jersey man was taken into custody and charged in connection with Sunday's afternoon stabbing death of a 37-year-old Edison woman inside her home while her son was sleeping in his room.

     According to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone, on Sunday, July 21, 2024, shortly after 4:30 p.m., members of the Edison Township Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a stabbing at a Horizon Drive residence in the Township.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found Lizbeth Benitez-Ramirez, 37, of Edison, deceased from multiple stab wounds inside her home. Ms Benitez-Ramirez was pronounced deceased at the scene.

     The initial investigation by Detective Clint Hetzell of the Edison Township Police Department and Detective Javier Morillo of the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office determined that Ms. Benitez-Ramirez's son was asleep in his bedroom when he woke up later in the afternoon, at which time he found his mother dead from multiple stab wounds.

     Detectives determined that Joan Franklin Polanco, 37, of Edison, New Jersey, was seen entering the bedroom with a knife and leaving the residence shortly after the stabbing.

     Within hours of the stabbing death, Polanco was located and taken into custody by members of the New York City Police Department, where he is being detained on the charges of first-degree Murder; third-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and fourth-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact Detective Hetzell of the Edison Township Police Department at (732) 248-7400 or Detective Morillo of the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office at (732) 745-8843. All calls will be kept confidential.

"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: JULY 22, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, MIDDLESEX:

     

 

Bangladesh Enforces Curfew Amid Protests Rising Death Toll

Bangladesh Police Have Been Given 'Shoot-On-Sight' Orders For Those Who Violate Nationwide Curfew

Monday, July 22, 2024, 9:00 A.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Ryan Metz: Englebrook Independent News,

DHAKA, BD.- Authorities in Bangladesh have imposed a nationwide curfew, confining citizens to their homes and cutting off internet access after rioting in the Capital City of Dhaka turned violent, leaving dozens of people dead amid deadly clashes between protesters and police.

     The days of violence have been sparked by students' calls for the government to end a rule reserving that a third of public jobs be rewarded to the families of veterans of the country's independence war in 1971.

     Students began the protest just under two weeks ago, but as the government began to crack down, the protests turned violent, causing the government to issue a 'shoot-on-sight' order across Bangladesh, prompting military forces to patrol parts of the capital city as scores were killed and hundreds injured.

     In recent years protesters have considered the allocation quota of civil service jobs to be discriminatory.

     The prime minister's office announced the curfew following an attack on the country's Narsingdi Prison, which led to hundreds of inmates being released into the streets.

      Government Press Secretary Naeemul Islam Khan said the military deployment was necessary in order to restore order to the streets.

FILED UNDER: JULY 22, 2024: WORLD, BANGLADESH: PROTESTS:

   

        

Man Indicted On Charges For Killing A Man While Driving Drunk

On Tuesday, A 39-Year-Old Egg Harbor Township Man Was Indicted On Charges For Running Down & Killing Bicyclist

Monday, July 22, 2024, 7:30 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

MAYS LANDING, NJ.- Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds reported on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, that a Grand Jury sitting in Atlantic County, New Jersey, returned an indictment against Shawn P. Duffy, 39, of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, on the charges of second-degree Leaving the Scene of a Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash; and second-degree Vehicular Homicide.

     The charges are in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on February 6, 2024, in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey.

     According to authorities, on February 6, 2024, just minutes after 6:30 p.m., Duffy, while driving, was involved in a motor vehicle crash on Steelmanville Road in Egg Harbor Township. It has been alleged that Duffy was driving under the influence of alcohol when he struck a bicyclist and fled the scene.

     The bicyclist, Neil G. Burman, 68, of Egg Harbor Township, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

     Members of the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office Crash Investigation Unit and the Egg Harbor Township Police Department swiftly investigated and identified the motor vehicle and its driver as Duffy and the individual responsible for colliding with Mr. Burman, ultimately causing his death.

"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: JULY 22, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, ATLANTIC:

     

Man Charged With Murdering His Roommate

38-Year-Old Jackson Township Man Charged With Stabbing His 74-Year-Old Roommate To Death Friday Morning

Monday, July 22, 2024, 6:15 A.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ.- On Friday, a 38-year-old Jackson Township, New Jersey, man was taken into custody and jailed in connection with the stabbing death of his 74-year-old roommate Friday morning inside their Jackson Township home.

     According to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, Louis Gargiso, 38, of Jackson Township, has been charged with first-degree Murder; third-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose; and fourth-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. Gargiso was processed on the charges and was remanded to the Ocean County Jail pending future court proceedings in Ocean County Superior Court.

     The charges stem from an incident that occurred on Friday, July 19, 2024, when, shortly before 6:00 a.m., members of the Jackson Township Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting an unconscious man inside a Maple Street residence in the Township.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found the body of a man, later identified as Robert Sunris, 74, of Jackson Township, deceased from an apparent stab wound. Officers also located a knife near Mr. Sunris' body. A subsequent autopsy by the Ocean County Medical Examination determined the cause of death as a stab wound and the manner of death to be a homicide.

     A swift-moving investigation by Ocean County Authorities quickly determined that Gargiso and Mr. Sunris were roommates who resided together in the Maple Street residence as roommates. An apparent dispute or altercation may have erupted between the two men, which led to the stabbing. Detectives determined that Gargios was the individual responsible for the fatal stabbing of Mr. Suris. Gargios was taken into custody at 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: JULY 22, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, OCEAN:

      

BREAKING: President Joe Biden Stepping Aside

President Joe Biden Has Just Announced He Will Be Stepping Down From His 2024 Run For President

Sunday, July 21, 2024, 2:15 P.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

REHOBOTH BEACH, DE.- On Sunday, July 21, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., President Joe Biden has just announced he will be stepping down from his bid to run for President in the 2024 General Election.

     In his statement, Biden said he will address the nation later this week and will fully endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Nominee for President.

     This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

FILED UNDER: JULY 21, 2024: BREAKING, NATIONAL, LOCAL, POLITICS, ELECTION 2024, WASHINGTON:

     

 

Vehicle Struck By Gunfire Friday Night While Traveling On Route 21 In Passaic

Passaic County Authorities Are Searching For The Suspect Who Opened Fire On A Passing Vehicle Friday Night 

Sunday, July 21, 2024, 7:15 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PASSAIC, NJ.- Passaic County Authorities are actively searching for the gunman who recklessly opened fire on a passing vehicle Friday night on Route 21 in Passaic, New Jersey.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, on Friday, July 19, 2024, at around 8:00 p.m., members of the Passaic Police Department responded to a 911 Emergency Call reporting a vehicle being struck by gunfire in the area of 11 B on Route 21 in the City of Passaic. 

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a vehicle that had been struck by gunfire. Luckily no one was injured in the shooting.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time as authorities continue to search for the gunman. Anyone with information or who may have witnessed this shooting is urged to contact the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or the Passaic Police Department at (973) 365-3900. All calls will be kept confidential.

FILED UNDER: JULY 21, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, PASSAIC:

      

     

 

Investigation Into The Death Of Infant Girl Found Inside Parked Vehicle

Morris County Authorities Are Continuing The Investigation Into The Death Of An Infant Found In Parked Car

Sunday, July 21, 2024, 7:00 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

EAST HANOVER, NJ.- Detectives of the Morris County Prosecutor's Office and the East Hanover Police Department are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 6-month-old girl who was found dead inside a parked vehicle on Wednesday afternoon in an East Hanover parking lot.

     According to Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at around 1:30 p.m., members of the East Hanover Police Department responded to a parking lot near the intersection of Route 10 and South Ridgedale Avenue in East Hanover after receiving a 911 Emergency Call reporting an infant in distress, inside a parked vehicle.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers and First Responders located a 6-month-old girl unresponsive inside a vehicle. Despite life-saving measures by paramedics, the child was tragically pronounced deceased at the hospital a short time later. The child's mother was transported to the hospital for treatment.

     The initial investigation by responding Police Officers indicates that the child was left unattended inside the vehicle prior to the death. A final determination of the cause and manner of death is pending.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests or charges have been filed at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Morris County Prosecutor's Office at (973) 285-6200 or the East Hanover Police Department at (973) 887-0432.

FILED UNDER: JULY 21, 2024: LAW, LOCAL, MORRIS: