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Suspect arrested after throwing rock through Robbinsville taco restaurant window
Suspect arrested after throwing rock through restaurant window
Robbinsville, NJ A suspect was taken into custody Saturday evening after multiple witnesses reported an incident at Taco Rito. The suspect allegedly threw a rock through the restaurant’s front door and side window around 7:58 PM.
Witnesses described the suspect as a heavyset black male wearing all black and a black face mask with a white skull design. Police deployed a drone and canvassed nearby areas in an attempt to locate him but were initially unsuccessful.
At approximately 9:32 PM, a communications officer monitoring traffic cameras spotted a person fitting the description on Route 33 and North Commerce Square. Patrol units responded and detained Hassan K. Hill, 26, without incident.
During questioning, Hill admitted to the act and indicated a bias motivation. He was transported to Robbinsville Police Headquarters for processing.
The Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office Bias Crime Unit was notified, and a warrant complaint was authorized. Hill faced charges of bias intimidation and criminal mischief.
The Robbinsville Township Police Department urges community members to report any bias-related incidents to the department.
Charges filed in shocking Robbinsville car assault incident
Charges filed in shocking car assault incident
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ — An investigation into an assault involving an automobile has led to the arrest of a driver. Chief William Swanhart confirmed that Kyle Pound, 23, of Matawan, faces multiple charges after the incident on Sunday evening.
Pound is charged with one count of second-degree aggravated assault, two counts of fourth-degree assault by auto, and one count each of third-degree endangering an injured victim and third-degree leaving the scene with serious injury. He also faces related motor vehicle offenses.
Robbinsville Police received reports of an illegal car meet on Applegate Drive on Sunday. Following the arrival of officers, approximately 50 cars dispersed from the area. An investigation conducted by the Criminal Investigations Unit identified a 16-year-old victim and an 18-year-old victim, who were run over by a vehicle operated by Pound.
Pound is currently being held at the Mercer County Correctional Center awaiting court proceedings. Authorities continue to investigate the incident and have urged anyone with information to reach out to Detective Connor Boyle or Sergeant Peter Galazka at (609) 259-3900.
Chief Swanhart commended the collaboration with the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office, the Freehold Township Police Department, and the Secaucus Police Department throughout the investigation.
Despite facing charges, every defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
This alarming case underscores the dangers of reckless driving at gatherings.
