BURLINGTON, NJ – On Sunday, January 21, at approximately 2:00 pm, the Burlington City Police and Fire Departments responded to a reported structure fire in the 300 block of York Street. Upon arrival, first responders encountered a working fire in an attached dwelling, necessitating support from multiple mutual aid units. The blaze resulted in substantial … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – The City of Burlington Police Department is requesting public assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in a recent criminal mischief and trespassing incident. The event took place at the State Farm Insurance office located on Rt. 130 in Burlington. The police department has released a photo of the unknown male, who … Read more
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ – A recent GoFundMe campaign has revealed the heart-wrenching story behind a fatal crash in Burlington County. Jamie Widrig Stillwill, 45, from Chatsworth, who had just celebrated her marriage on New Year’s Day, tragically lost her life in the accident on Sunday. The crash involved a Polaris Ranger UTV in Tabernacle Township, … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ — The Burlington City Police Department alerts the community to an increase in vehicle break-ins and thefts, particularly targeting Hyundai and Kia models. Residents are advised to adjust their camera settings to record all motion, including street activity. The department requests community members to review their camera footage, especially from overnight hours, … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – The City of Burlington Police Department responded to a vehicle theft report in the Mehlville Neighborhood on Thursday evening. The stolen vehicle, a Hyundai, was recovered on Friday morning after a neighbor reported a suspicious vehicle with a broken window on Saint Mary Street. The Burlington City Police Department offers free … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – The Burlington Police Department is investigating an incident of illegal dumping that occurred on the evening of Sunday, December 10, 2023. A significant quantity of trash and debris was discovered on Linden Avenue and Darrs Alley, prompting a call for community assistance in identifying the responsible party. In a lighthearted appeal, the … Read more
Burlington, Vermont – The United States Attorney’s Office stated Leon Delima, 35, of Burlington, Vermont, pleaded guilty today to gun possession and fraud charges in two cases before U.S. District Court Judge Christina Reiss. According to the stipulated facts in the agreement between the parties, in the Spring of 2021, Leon Delima devised a plan … Read more
Nikolas P. Kerest, United States Attorney for the District of Vermont, made the following statement with respect to the shooting incident in Burlington on Saturday, November 25th: “The Burlington Police Department, the United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, the Federal Bureau of … Read more
BURLINGTON, VT – A gunman injured three college students of Palestinian descent on Saturday evening near the University of Vermont, Burlington police reported. The incident is under investigation as a potential hate crime. The assailant, armed with a pistol, confronted the victims on the street and fired four shots. The victims, all 20 years old, … Read more
CAMDEN, N.J. – A Burlington County, New Jersey, man admitted participating in schemes to negotiate fraudulent checks with forged signatures and to launder money from another fraud scheme, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today. Eugene Koranteng, 30, of Medford, New Jersey, pleaded guilty on Nov. 16, 2023, before U.S. District Judge Robert B. Kugler … Read more
TRENTON, NJ — A single Jersey Cash 5 ticket has won a staggering jackpot of $693,032 in the recent drawing held on November 11th. The New Jersey Lottery confirmed the win, noting the lucky numbers as 12, 26, 27, 28, and 39, with an XTRA number of 03. The winning ticket was purchased at Traino’s … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – The Burlington City Police Department reported a robbery that occurred on Monday, October 30, at approximately 7:19 pm at the Dollar General located at 919 Route 130. Officers were dispatched to the scene after the store manager reported a shoplifting incident that escalated to assault. According to the manager’s account, four suspects … Read more
MILLVILLE, NJ – Millville’s football team clinched a spot in the South Jersey, Group 4 semifinals on Friday, dismantling Northern Burlington 49-7. The win moves Millville to an 8-1 season record, solidifying their standing in the WJFL American Division. The quarterfinal matchup, part of the NJSIAA Tournament, began with Millville setting the tone early. Demere … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – The City of Burlington Police Department is inviting students to participate in Trunk or Treat on the Promenade on Saturday, October 28, from 5 to 6 pm. Attendees can obtain tickets to begin trunk-or-treating at decorated cars stationed on the Promenade. The police department also welcomes the public to contribute candy donations … Read more
TRENTON, N.J. – A Burlington County, New Jersey, man today admitted his role in a scheme to possess and distribute methamphetamine and illegally possess firearms, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Nicholas Layton, 43, of Mount Holly, New Jersey, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Zahid N. Quraishi in Trenton federal court to an information … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – The City of Burlington Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing dog named Leo. After an encounter with another dog, Leo became frightened and separated from his owner. Tragically, he was hit by a car and may have sustained injuries. Leo’s last known location was near St. … Read more
BURLINGTON, VT – Six individuals are facing charges in Burlington for allegedly conspiring to distribute cocaine and fentanyl, as announced by the United States Attorney’s Office. The individuals named in the superseding indictment include Tyler Orvis of Milton, Vermont; Christopher Purvis of Hartford, Connecticut; Alexis Sutton of Windsor, Connecticut; Russell Mitchell of Chesapeake, Virginia; Sierra … Read more
BURLINGTON, VT – The multi-year legal saga surrounding the murder of Benzel Hampton concluded today, with James Felix being the last of seven defendants to be sentenced. The United States Attorney’s Office confirmed that all individuals pleaded guilty to drug and firearm conspiracy charges. Lesine Woodson relocated from Orlando, Florida, to Vermont in late 2018 … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – On Tuesday, September 19, at about 7:31 AM, a severe collision between a motor vehicle and an electric bicycle occurred on East Pearl St. The City of Burlington Police Department arrived at the scene in the 1100 block of the street and found the electric bicycle rider with serious injuries. The … Read more
Burlington, NJ – The City of Burlington Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in locating the owner of a male dog found in the area of East Federal St. The dog is currently at the police station and appears to be in a relaxed state, but authorities have been unable to … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – We’re now well into 2nd season of Pearl Pointe Apartments “Food Trucks and Music Tuesdays,” in collaboration with “Arts Guild NJ” and Hope Fire Company. This year, the popular event has been expanded to include the “Main Street Burlington” farmers market, which will switch from its usual Wednesday nights to Tuesday nights. … Read more
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ – A shooting incident in the city’s New Yorkshire neighborhood has led to the arrest of Shaun M. Causey, a 36-year-old Burlington resident. The shooting took place on July 18, around the 200 block of Barclay Street. Causey, following a dispute with Joseph Morris, 33, of West Union Street, allegedly shot Morris, … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – The Burlington City Police Department (BCPD) demonstrated its commitment to local youth by supporting last week’s “Coach O’s Camp,” organized through the Opportunity League and community partners. BCPD took part in the event by covering the registration costs for youth from both Burlington City and Edgewater Park Township. The support enabled young … Read more
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ – A shooting in the city’s New Yorkshire neighborhood has led to the arrest of two men. The incident occurred on July 18, in the 200 block of Barclay Street, and has ties to a dispute earlier that day. Shaun M. Causey, 36, is alleged to have shot Joseph Morris, 33, after … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – A shooting incident on Saturday, July 15, has led to the arrest of Crashon Diggs, a 20-year-old resident of Burlington Township. The Burlington City Police Department was dispatched to the unit block of East Federal St at approximately 11:55 PM following a report of gunshots. Officers arriving at the scene found that … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – On Tuesday, Burlington City Police Patrols were dispatched to the 200 Block of Barclay Street following a report of a shooting that occurred at approximately 5:53 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered a gunshot victim, a 33-year-old male resident of Burlington City. The victim was quickly transported to Cooper University Hospital in … Read more
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ – Newlin Evans IV, a 23-year-old Burlington Township resident, was sentenced on Wednesday to 22 years in state prison for a fatal fire he started at a Pemberton Borough apartment complex last year. According to Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw, the sentence was handed down in Superior Court in Mount Holly … Read more
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – Dwayne E. Allen, a 21-year-old man from Palmyra, has been arrested by detectives from the Denville Police Department and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office’s Homeland Security & Juvenile Units. The arrest took place on Tuesday, following an investigation into an incident where a handgun was discovered in the possession of two … Read more
TRENTON, NJ – The May 13th Power Ball drawing resulted in one lucky New Jersey Lottery ticket winning the $50,000 second-tier prize by matching four white balls and the Power Ball. The Powerball ticket was sold at Sun’s Market on Juliustown Road in Browns Mills. The winning Powerball numbers for the May 13th drawing were: … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – The Burlington Police Department has announced multiple charges have been filed in an incident that unfolded in the city last month. On Friday, March 31, at approximately 4:50 pm, the City of Burlington Police Department was dispatched to the unit block of East Federal St. following reports of a disturbance involving … Read more
BURLINGTON TWP, NJ – The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office announced today that 23-year-old Newlin Evans has pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter in an arson-related death case. On April 20, 2022, firefighters were called to a fire inside the Tara Hall Apartment Complex on Egbert Street. During the course of the firefighting operation, the body of … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – Police in Burlington City have determined that an unknown trespasser who entered Burlington City High School unlawfully on Wednesday was let in by a student at the school. At around 12:40 pm, a Burlington City Police Department school resource officer at the school reported that an unknown subject gained entry into … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – A 13-year-old boy has gone missing in Burlington and police are asking the public to keep an eye out. The City of Burlington Police Department is asking for public assistance in locating a missing juvenile. Josiah Edwards, a 13-year-old male, was last seen on Saturday morning, January 14th. If you know of … Read more
CAMDEN, N.J. – A Burlington County, New Jersey, man who sold more than $2.7 million worth of pesticides he falsely claimed were registered with the Environmental Protection Agency as being effective against coronavirus, was sentenced today to 60 months in prison, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger and Assistant Attorney General Todd Kim of the Justice … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – Officials in the City of Burlington have declared a code blue weather alert for residents needing a warm place to stay out of the wind and cold of an incoming wintry weather pattern and low temperatures. Based on projected weather forecasts, a code blue is declared effective Wednesday, November 30th, 7 PM … Read more
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont announced that Andrew Lane, 36, of South Burlington, was arraigned yesterday in United States District Court in Burlington on an indictment charging him with being a felon in possession of two firearms. Lane pleaded not guilty. Chief U.S. District Judge Geoffrey W. Crawford … Read more
The United States Attorney’s Office stated Cameron Yee, 21, of South Burlington, was arrested yesterday based upon a one count indictment charging him with making a materially false statement in connection with his acquisition of a Glock handgun from a South Burlington federally licensed firearm dealer. Yee will be arraigned on the indictment this afternoon … Read more
Davenport, IA – Carlos Bhaiman Wesley, age 28, of Burlington, was sentenced to 21 months of imprisonment for failing to update his sex offender registration as required by the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA). After he is released from prison, Wesley will serve five years of supervised release. According to court documents, Wesley … Read more
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont stated that on November 17, 2022, a federal grand jury returned a four-count indictment against Kenneth Jackson, 68, of Burlington, Vermont, which charged him with distribution of fentanyl, possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine, and being a previously convicted felon in … Read more
CAMDEN, N.J. – A Burlington County, New Jersey, man has been charged with firearms and narcotics offenses, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today. Cody Starr, 35, of Mount Holly, New Jersey, is charged by complaint with one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, one count of possession of a machinegun, … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – Police are investigating after two homes were struck by gunfire in Burlington City Wednesday night. According to police, at around 11:05 PM, officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Columbus Rd. for a report of gunshots. “Upon arriving in the area, officers quickly located a crime scene with physical evidence … Read more
CAMDEN, N.J. – A Burlington County, New Jersey, man today admitted his role in a conspiracy to steal bank customer identities and then use that information to steal more than $520,000, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Jamere Hill-Birdsong, 33, of Mount Holly, New Jersey, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Renée Marie Bumb to … Read more
BURLINGTON, NJ – Amazon, the giant online retailer, has agreed to donate a monthly supply of dog food to the Burlington City Police Department K-9 unit to keep the police pups fed. The donation is important because the city’s police K-9 unit runs purely on donations. The company will be keeping the dogs fed and … Read more
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont stated that on October 14, 2022, Deyquan Martin, 21, of Burlington, Vermont, appeared in United States District Court in Burlington for an arraignment on a three-count indictment charging him with enticement of a minor as well as the receipt and possession of child … Read more
PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Bonnie Sweeten, 51, recently of Delanco, NJ, was charged by Information with two counts of wire fraud related to her scheme to steal from her former employer by forging checks and making fraudulent purchases with the company credit card. According to the Information, in September … Read more
PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Bonnie Sweeten, 51, recently of Delanco, NJ, was charged by Information with two counts of wire fraud related to her scheme to steal from her former employer by forging checks and making fraudulent purchases with the company credit card. According to the Information, in September … Read more
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont stated Leon Delima, 34, of South Burlington, Vermont appeared in United States District Court today on charges related to his possession of a firearm and controlled substances. According to documents filed in the case, Delima, a multi-time felon, possessed over 30 grams of … Read more
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont stated Leon Delima, 34, of South Burlington, Vermont appeared in United States District Court today on charges related to his possession of a firearm and controlled substances. According to documents filed in the case, Delima, a multi-time felon, possessed over 30 grams of … Read more
BURLINGTON CITY, NJ – Police in Burlington City are asking the public to help identify a tractor trailer that crashed into a utility pole, causing damage that fled the scene of the crash. On Thursday, at around 6 am, officers responded to Route 130 North and High Street for the report of a motor vehicle … Read more
TRENTON, NJ – A $7.1 million Pick-6 annuity jackpot was won in Burlington County yesterday, according to the New Jersey lottery commission. The winning ticket was purchased for the September 22nd drawing. The ticket matched all six numbers and was purchased at Shoprite on Route 38 in Hainesport. Shoprite will receive $10,000 for selling the winning … Read more