Man Forces His Way into Woman’s New Jersey Motel Room Before Robbing and Assaulting Her
SECAUCUS, N.J. – A month-long investigation into a robbery at a Secaucus hotel has resulted in the arrest of a 39-year-old Bordentown man, according to the Secaucus Police Department. Police said officers…
Overnight shooting in Paterson under investigation
PATERSON, NJ – Paterson detectives are investigating a shooting that took place overnight in the area of Summer Street, between Pearl Street and 16th Avenue, where a male was struck by gunfire.…
Attorney General launches probe into police shooting of suspect who killed 8-year-old boy
NEWARK, NJ – The Attorney General’s Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on May 3, 2023, in Newark, New Jersey. According to the initial investigation, police responded to a 911…
26-year-old shot in Linden
LINDEN, NJ – Linden detectives are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on the afternoon of May 4, 2023. According to reports, at approximately 4:00 p.m., officers responded to the 10 block…
Police investigating armed smash and grab at Franklin Township jewelry store
FRANKLIN TWP, NJ – An armed robbery took place at a jewelry store located on Hamilton Street on Monday, according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald. At around 11:56 a.m., Franklin…
Jersey man who tried to hire hitman to kill ex-wife, daughter sentenced to prison
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – A New Jersey man convicted of trying to hire a hitman to kill his ex-wife and her daughter will be heading to prison for eight years. Michael Stewart,…
Woman attacked by robber armed with a meat tenderizer
Bergenfield, NJ – Police have arrested a man who allegedly robbed a woman with a meat tenderizer outside a local elementary school. Rickent Carrasco, 33, is accused of wielding a meat tenderizing…
Hackensack police department honor guard attends Paterson Blue Mass
PATERSON, NJ – The Hackensack Police Department’s Honor Guard showed their respect and gratitude for law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. The Honor Guard members…
Newark police seek fugitive wanted for stabbing outside city bar
NEWARK, NJ – A man wanted in connection with a stabbing at a bar last week is being sought by police. Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has issued an arrest…
Gentrification, crime and equity topics of New Mayor’s meeting with Cleveland think tank
NEWARK, NJ – Newark’s innovative solutions for equitable economic growth were in the spotlight Tuesday, as Mayor Ras J. Baraka welcomed a delegation of over 60 leaders from Cleveland to the city.…
North Jersey man charged for running car theft and selling them to unsuspecting buyers
HACKENSACK, NJ – A former Bergen County resident has been charged with running a large car theft and fraud ring across multiple states, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Philip R.…
Paterson man charged for sexual assault of woman
PATERSON, NJ – A Paterson man, Andre Williams, has been arrested and charged with aggravated sexual assault and criminal restraint after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in Elmwood Park. According to Bergen…
Winning Powerball ticket sold in Middlesex County matched 4 of 5 numbers
EDISON, NJ – A New Jersey Lottery player has won a $50,000 second-tier prize in the Powerball drawing held on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The ticket matched four of the five white…
North Jersey weather report for Monday and Tuesday
NEWARK, NJ – Here’s your 24-hour weather report for North Jersey for Monday and Tuesday. A chance of showers and unsettled weather are expected for the next couple of days in the…
Registration for Cranford Police Youth Academy begins today
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford Police Department has announced that applications for its Youth Academy program are open starting from May 1st at 4:00 PM. Interested applicants must be residents of Cranford and…
Belleville police to host ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this week
BELLEVILLE, NJ – Belleville Police Department is inviting the community to come and meet their local police officers in an effort to strengthen their relationship with the people they serve. The event…
Suspect fleeing police capture after stolen car runs out of gas
FAIRFIELD, NJ – A high-speed chase in Fairfield ended when a stolen vehicle driven by Jessy Sainteloi, 25, of Uniondale, ran out of gas near Route 23. Police said they initiated a…
Belleville man arrested for attempted car theft in Nutley
NUTLEY, NJ – The Nutley Police Department has arrested a 29-year-old Belleville resident, Leman Kaifa, for allegedly attempting to steal cars in the early hours of Saturday morning. The arrest was made…
16-year-old missing in Paterson
PATERSON, NJ – The Paterson Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old male, Jahmai Montgomery. Montgomery, a black male standing approximately 6’1″ and weighing 177 pounds, with…
Alfredo’s is moving to the Botanic
CARTERET, NJ – Alfredo’s Pizza, a beloved family-owned and operated restaurant in Carteret, is relocating to a new and larger location at 36 Washington Ave. The new space is situated on the…
Essex County man heading to prison for stealing credit cards through U.S. Post Office
NEWARK, NJ – A man from Essex County has been sentenced to 82 months in prison, along with three years of supervised release and $330,391 in restitution for his involvement in a…
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