31 Charged in New Jersey statewide child predator operation

TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal today announced arrests of 31 individuals who are charged with sexually exploiting children online. The 31 men were arrested in “Operation 24/7,” a collaborative operation launched…

Paterson Man Sentenced to 95 Months in Prison for Coercion and Enticement of Minor

NEWARK, N.J. – A Passaic County man was sentenced today to 95 months in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor and for illegally re-entering the United States, Acting U.S. Attorney…

Bergen County Man Sentenced to 16 Months in Prison for Using Online Web Forums to Engage in Cyberstalking

NEWARK, N.J. – A Bergen County, New Jersey, man was sentenced today to 16 months in prison for using Facebook and other online web forums to cyberstalk victims, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael…

New Jersey’s COVID Corps Going Door to Door, Corner to Corner to Push Vaccinations

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – It was a hot summer day in June, and groups of Phil Murphy’s COVID Corps wearing their blue vests and armed with clipboards and brochures were going door…

With $20 billion to spend, Murphy eyes possible slavery reparations in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is rolling in taxpayer cash after realizing a $10 billion budget surplus in 2021 and another $10.2 billion in federal stimulus aid. Now, as…

Teen charged for shooting outside cigarette outlet store

Newark- Delaware State Police have arrested a 16-year-old male, of Newark, DE, for felony assault and weapons charges following a shooting last Thursday. On Thursday, July 01, 2021, at approximately 1:10 p.m.,…

Virginia Diagnostic Testing Lab Agrees to Pay $1.4 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations

NEWARK, N.J. – A Virginia diagnostic laboratory will pay $1.4 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by submitting or causing to be submitted claims for genetic tests…

Bridgeton Police Officer Charged with Civil Rights Violation and Filing False Police Report

CAMDEN, N.J. – A City of Bridgeton police officer has been indicted for offenses arising from an assault on the streets of Bridgeton, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig announced today. John…

Jersey City Gang Member Charged with Murder

NEWARK, N.J. – An alleged member of a Jersey City, New Jersey, gang has been charged with the March 31, 2020, murder of a Jersey City resident, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A.…

Wilmington Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison for Drug and Firearms Offenses

WILMINGTON, Del. – A Wilmington man was sentenced yesterday to 11 years in federal prison by the Honorable Colm F. Connolly, for possession with intent to distribute crack and powder cocaine and…

Man shot dead in Hillside

HILLSIDE, NJ – A fatal shooting that took place in Hillside early this morning is under investigation, acting Union County Prosecutor Lyndsay V. Ruotolo announced Wednesday. The victim has been identified as…

Veterans Affairs Employee Stole More Than $10 Million Worth of AIDS Medication

NEWARK, N.J. – A former pharmacy procurement technician was indicted today for stealing prescription HIV medications from the pharmacy of the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in East Orange, New Jersey, Acting…

Latino religious coalition backs Phil Murphy for Governor in New Jersey

NEWARK — Governor Phil Murphy and Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver today received the endorsement of the New Jersey Coalition of Latino Pastors and Ministers (NJCLPM), which includes more than 420 faith leaders…

North Jersey car thieves target vehicles in Jackson Township

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Across America, police departments are issuing the same warning to residents night after night. Lock your car doors and bring your key fob into your house. Still, each…

19 rescued from flash flooding on Friday

Newark, NJ – On July 2, 2021, heavy rain in the evening hours caused flooding in areas of the City of Newark leaving motorists stranded in their vehicles. The Newark Fire Division…

Watch as dye pack explodes during Jersey bank robber’s not so great getaway

NEWARK, NJ – A bank robber was caught on video leaving a Capital One bank in Newark shortly after robbing it. As he crossed the street, the dye pack in his bag…

New Jersey postal worker facing prison time for unreported side hustle during pandemic

A Union County, New Jersey, U.S. Postal Service (USPS) mail carrier made her initial court appearance for making false statements to obtain federal workers’ compensation benefits, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael Honig announced.…

Democrat Vin Gopal wants to get rid of your local school board and replace it with a county board

ASBURY PARK, NJ – New Jersey Democrat leaders Vin Gopal and Steve Sweeney is leading the charge to restructure and consolidate school districts in New Jersey at the county level. This means…

Union County Mail Carrier Charged with Making False Statements to Obtain Federal Workers’ Compensation Benefits

NEWARK, N.J. – A Union County, New Jersey, U.S. Postal Service (USPS) mail carrier made her initial court appearance today for making false statements to obtain federal workers’ compensation benefits, Acting U.S.…

Sussex County Man Admits Fraudulently Obtaining $5.6 Million Loan Meant to Help Small Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic

NEWARK, N.J. – A Sussex County, New Jersey, man today admitted fraudulently obtaining a federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan of over $5 million, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig announced. Azhar…

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