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Suspect arrested with illegal gun and drugs in West New York
**Suspect arrested with illegal gun and drugs in West New York**
West New York, NJ Officers apprehended a man with active warrants during a response to a physical altercation near 62nd Street and Bergenline Avenue. Richard Zambrano, 39, of Jersey City, was identified by officers following an initial report of the incident.
During the stop, Zambrano provided a false name and resisted identification. Officers confirmed his identity and found he had active warrants from Secaucus and Union City.
Zambrano’s arrest led to a struggle before he was taken into custody. A search incident to his arrest uncovered a handgun, a large-capacity magazine with hollow-point bullets, cocaine packaged for distribution, and drug paraphernalia.
He faces multiple charges, including unlawful possession of a handgun, possession during a CDS offense, and resisting arrest. Zambrano was processed at the West New York Police Department and subsequently taken to Hudson County Jail.
Police Director Henry Codina commented on the incident, emphasizing the role of law enforcement in ensuring community safety.
For inquiries, contact media@wnypdnj.org.
Man Arrested in Child Luring Case in West New York
Man Arrested in Child Luring Case in West New York
**West New York, NJ** – Officers from the West New York Police Department responded to an incident on November 19, at 10:45 PM. A man was reported attempting to lure an 11-year-old girl into a vehicle near 61st Street and Kennedy Boulevard in West New York. The girl was unharmed during the event.
A swift investigation led to the arrest of Guy R. McCann II, a 29-year-old from North Bergen. He faces charges of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Attempting to Lure or Entice a Child. McCann is currently detained in the Hudson County Jail, with charges still requiring legal determination of guilt.
The investigation into the case is ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the West New York Police Detective Bureau at (201) 295-5011 or email tips@wnypdnj.org.
Police Director Alejandro De Rojas praised the department’s efforts, emphasizing their commitment to child safety in the community.
