Middlesex County Jail Blotter: Home Invasion, Assault and Contempt Charges Lead Latest Bookings

North Brunswick, NJ – The Middlesex County Department of Corrections logged several new bookings over the past 24 hours, with defendants facing charges ranging from violent felonies to municipal court contempt offenses.…

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Middlesex County player lands life changing $2.2M lottery prize

Lucky New Jersey player lands second-tier Millionaire for Life prize worth $2.2M cash value after matching all five white balls TRENTON, NJ — A routine lottery play in Middlesex County turned into…

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Middlesex County ticket turns into $100K-a-year-for-life lottery shock

Lucky Pharmacy sale delivers second-tier Millionaire for Life prize worth $2.2M cash option TRENTON, N.J. — A single lottery ticket sold in Middlesex County has turned into a life-changing prize after matching…

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NJ fugitive hunted after skipping court in Middlesex County eluding case

Prosecutors warn public not to approach wanted Staten Island man tied to multiple charges NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Middlesex County prosecutors are asking for the public’s help tracking down a Staten Island…

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Middlesex County man jailed after gas station pepper spray robbery

Pepper spray robbery at Sayreville gas station leads to arrest in cross town crime spree SAYREVILLE, NJ — A late-night robbery at a Sayreville gas station where an attendant was sprayed with…

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Twelve perps of Christmas arrested in ‘Operation Bad Santa’ child predator sting across Middlesex County

JACKSON, N.J. – A multi-agency undercover operation targeting individuals attempting to lure minors for sexual activity has led to the arrest of twelve men across New Jersey, authorities announced. The six-day operation,…

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Prosecutor’s office and Perth Amboy police team up for community outreach in Middlesex County

PERTH AMBOY, NJ – The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office joined forces with Perth Amboy Police and local organizations Monday to strengthen community ties and promote public well-being across the county. The collaboration,…

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Low flying helicopter expected to raise some eyebrows in Middlesex County

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — This week, residents of Monroe Township could be impacted by low flying helicopters with men dangling from them. Residents can expect to see helicopters circling overhead throughout the…

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Bingo player in Middlesex County hits $100K jackpot

Gloucester County player strikes $1 million jackpot on Diamond Dazzler ticket Trenton, NJ — A lucky scratch-off ticket purchased at a Gloucester County convenience store turned into a $1 million windfall last…

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Judge halts inmate’s lawsuit against Middlesex County jail over missing fee paperwork

Newark, NJ – A lawsuit filed by a state prisoner against the Middlesex County Adult Correctional Center has been put on hold after a federal judge ruled the case could not proceed…

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Middlesex County names Fugitive of the Month for August

Middlesex County officials say a Somerset man wanted on theft-related charges is now their Fugitive of the Month NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Prosecutors in Middlesex County have identified 28-year-old Yilbe Cuello-Alcantara as…

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Middlesex County store sells lottery ticket worth $738K

Middlesex County local hits $738K jackpot with Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold at liquor store TRENTON, NJ — A life-changing moment unfolded for one lucky Middlesex County resident who struck it big…

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Middlesex County woman pleads guilty to $194K COVID-19 relief fraud scheme

TRENTON, N.J. — A Perth Amboy woman admitted to fraudulently obtaining more than $190,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funds, including loans and unemployment benefits, by submitting false applications, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba…

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Middlesex County students win top honors in statewide drug-free art contest

MILLBURN, N.J. — Two Middlesex County fourth graders have been named statewide winners in the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s 2025 “Fun Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs” contest, the…

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Sen. Testa demands answers on $193M Middlesex County pet project funding

TRENTON, N.J. — State Senator Michael Testa (R-01) is demanding an explanation from the Murphy administration over 18 budget line items totaling $193 million that were allocated to a single Middlesex County…

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Middlesex County man arrested on stolen firearm charges after Cranford police stop

CRANFORD, N.J. — A Piscataway man was arrested early Friday morning after Cranford police discovered a loaded, stolen firearm during a motor vehicle stop on Raritan Road. The incident occurred at approximately…

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$500K scratch-off win stuns Middlesex County retiree

TRENTON, N.J. — A Middlesex County retiree is deciding how to spend $500,000 after winning a top prize from the Neon Cash Party $10 Scratch-Off game. The winning ticket was purchased at…

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Middlesex County prosecutors promote autism-friendly policing at statewide summit

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office took part in a statewide summit on autism-friendly law enforcement on November 12, with First Assistant Prosecutor Christopher Kuberiet addressing attendees about initiatives…

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Middlesex County man pleads guilty to drug-induced death charge

RARITAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Leonard R. Contreras, 26, of Hopelawn, pleaded guilty on Friday to first-degree strict liability for drug-induced death, according to a joint statement from the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office…

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Middlesex County Fair in Full Swing

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The Middlesex County Fair, running from August 5 to 11, is underway at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds. The event offers a week of family-oriented entertainment and activities, attracting…

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