New Jersey Tuesday Morning Commute Sees Truck Crash, Tunnel Delays and Heavy Parkway Traffic

An overturned tractor-trailer in Middlesex County and major backups at Hudson River crossings slowed Tuesday’s morning commute across North Jersey. New Jersey drivers faced a challenging morning commute Tuesday with an overturned…

Point Pleasant man pleads guilty after investigators find more than 1000 illicit files

Ocean County prosecutors said investigators uncovered more than 1,000 files of child sexual abuse material on electronic devices seized from a borough home TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Point Pleasant Borough man…

East Brunswick Business Owner Convicted in $28,000 Equipment Insurance Fraud Scheme

Prosecutors say a Middlesex County man submitted a fraudulent claim for damage that existed before he purchased the insurance policy and used a fake repair invoice to support the claim. TRENTON —…

New York Pride Festival Canceled After School Board Member Charged with Explicit Chats With Children

The vice president of the Cazenovia Central School District Board of Education resigned after his arrest on child-related charges, while the nonprofit organization he founded voted to dissolve and cancel its upcoming…

Maryland Woman Killed After E-Bike Enters Traffic on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach

Delaware State Police say a 66-year-old Maryland woman died after her electric bicycle entered the travel lanes of Coastal Highway and was struck by a pickup truck. REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. — Delaware…

New Jersey Bill Would Create New Crime of Political Violence, Tougher Penalties for Targeted Attacks

Legislation would establish a separate political violence offense, create an independent review board, and require specialized training for law enforcement and prosecutors. A bipartisan New Jersey bill would create a new criminal…

First Full Day of Summer Brings Heavy Delays Across North Jersey, Hudson River Crossings

Commuters faced lengthy backups Monday morning as police activity on the George Washington Bridge, a water main break on Route 17, and heavy rush-hour traffic snarled major roadways throughout North Jersey. The…

Old Bridge Man Sentenced to 7 Years for $7.7 Million Fake Fuel Investment Fraud Scheme

An Old Bridge man was sentenced to seven years in state prison after admitting he orchestrated a $7.7 million investment fraud scheme using fake fuel companies, a Ponzi-style operation, and fabricated business…

Two North Plainfield Police Officers Terminated Following License Revocation and Criminal Forgery Case

Two North Plainfield police officers were fired in separate disciplinary cases, including one officer who lost his law enforcement certification following a final restraining order and another who admitted submitting a fraudulent…

ICE Operation in Tennessee Tourist Region Results in 117 Arrests, Officials Say

Federal immigration authorities arrested 117 people during a weeklong enforcement operation in East Tennessee, including individuals with prior convictions for assault, drunk driving, theft, and attempted aggravated sexual battery. A large-scale immigration…

Millville Police Officer Fired After Racist, Anti-Gay Text Messages Discovered During Background Investigation

A Millville police officer was terminated after a background investigation conducted by another law enforcement agency uncovered text messages containing derogatory references to race and sexual orientation, according to state disciplinary records.…

New Jersey Man Sentenced to 7 Years for $7.7 Million Fuel Investment Ponzi Scheme

An Old Bridge man who admitted stealing millions from investors through fake fuel companies, a luxury car purchase, and a fraudulent investment operation has been sentenced to seven years in state prison.…

Bridgeton Police Sergeant Suspended 180 Days After Failing to Complete Megan’s Law Verifications

A Bridgeton police sergeant assigned to juvenile and special victims investigations received a six-month suspension after authorities found he failed to complete required Megan’s Law registration verifications over a multi-year period. A…

Gloucester Township Officer Charged in Hit-and-Run, Supervisors Suspended in Series of Major Discipline Cases

A Gloucester Township police officer remains suspended after being criminally charged in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a bicyclist, while several supervisors were disciplined for misconduct, policy violations, and failure to…

Newark Killer Convicted in Deadly West Orange Shooting, Acquitted of Murder Charge

A Newark man was convicted of aggravated assault and conspiracy after prosecutors said he helped initiate a confrontation that ended with a 20-year-old West Orange man being fatally shot outside a deli.…

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Man Found Dead with Multiple Stab Wounds, Woman Critically Injured in South River Investigation

Authorities are investigating a violent incident in South River after a man was found dead and a woman was hospitalized in critical condition at a Kamm Avenue residence. Police and prosecutors are…

North Brunswick Man Charged After Allegedly Trying to Kidnap Four Boys Walking Home From School

A 27-year-old North Brunswick man is accused of attempting to lure four juvenile boys while they were walking home from school, leading to multiple kidnapping and child endangerment charges. A North Brunswick…

Daycare Employee Charged in Investigation Involving Two Children at Manassas Facility

A daycare employee was arrested after detectives investigating allegations of inappropriate contact involving two 3-year-old girls at a Manassas childcare center obtained felony charges, police said. A 38-year-old daycare employee is facing…

Man Found Dead, Woman Critically Injured in South River Stabbing Investigation

A man was found dead and a woman was hospitalized in critical condition after authorities responded to a reported disturbance Thursday morning in South River, officials said. Middlesex County prosecutors and South…

Four New Jersey counties contribute to most of the state’s gun violence: Here they are

A decade of New Jersey Attorney General data shows shootings have steadily declined statewide, but gun violence remains heavily concentrated in Essex, Mercer, Camden, and Passaic counties, while many suburban and rural…

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