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Queens Man Receives Seven-Year Sentence for Brooklyn Robberies
Queens Man Receives Seven-Year Sentence for Brooklyn Robberies
**Brooklyn, NY** – A Queens man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for committing three violent robberies in Brooklyn. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced that the defendant, Dupreme Williams, aged 43 from Far Rockaway, pleaded guilty to robbery last month.
Williams was handed the seven-year prison sentence by Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Jane Tully, along with five years of post-release supervision. The plea followed his admission to second-degree robbery charges on October 29.
The incidents, as detailed in the investigation, commenced on February 13, 2014. At approximately 8:15 a.m., Williams attacked a 50-year-old woman at Flatbush Avenue Extension and Fleet Street, taking her AirPods after assaulting her. Subsequently, at around 9:45 a.m., he assaulted a 73-year-old man on a southbound F train at the York Street subway, taking the victim’s cell phone.
On March 8, at approximately 1:55 p.m., Williams further assaulted a man outside 2135 Pitkin Avenue. His arrest followed on March 28, with prosecution led by Senior Assistant District Attorney Natalie Riether
Police Respond to Late Night Incident in Boston
Police Respond to Late Night Incident in Boston
**Boston, MA** – Police officers assigned to the Auto Theft Unit responded to a situation involving late night revelers in various Boston neighborhoods on Friday. They received an Officer in Trouble call near 485 Canterbury Street, where they observed around 80 vehicles gathered.
As attendees began to leave, officers documented vehicle registrations using body worn cameras and addressed auto law violations. Their actions resulted in motor vehicle citation enforcement for all vehicles at the scene.
Subsequent investigations led to the issuance of 78 citations for “No Stopping/No Standing” violations to the vehicles’ registered owners. The ongoing investigation aims to continue enforcement and prevent similar events.
At approximately 11:20 PM that evening, officers from District B-3 and District E-13 attended the scene in response to the Officer in Trouble report. Three individuals, Alan Ridenour, 19, Mario Florian, 19, and Geraldo Colon, 21, were arrested. Additionally, officers recovered two firearms and two stolen vehicles linked to the incident.
Rockland County Corrections Officer Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Material Charges
Rockland County Corrections Officer Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Material Charges
**Rockland County, NY** – Daniel Dworkin, 44, of Valley Cottage, New York and a Sergeant at the Rockland County Jail, was arrested Monday. The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office charged him with 51 counts each of promoting and possessing a sexual performance by a child.
The case began with a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, leading to searches of Dworkin’s residence and electronic devices. The investigation was conducted by the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and included local law enforcement support.
District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II expressed the seriousness of the charges, given Dworkin’s role in law enforcement. He affirmed a commitment to child protection and accountability in the legal process.
Dworkin was arraigned in Clarkstown Justice Court, where bail was set at $500,000 cash, $1 million bond, or $1.5 million partially secured bond. The proceedings will continue on November 25, with Gerard M. Damiani III and Joseph Santangelo as prosecutors.
Inmate Charged with Cellmate’s Murder at Burlington County Jail
Man Charged with Cellmate’s Murder at Burlington County Jail
**Mount Holly, NJ** – Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw has announced the arrest of a man accused of murdering his cellmate at the Burlington County Jail.
Rondale Holloman, 37, from Burlington Township, faces a First Degree Murder charge following the death of Kenneth Bulle, 74, from Mount Holly. The case is being prepared for a grand jury to consider an indictment.
The investigation started early on Tuesday when corrections officers discovered the incident. Kenneth Bulle was pronounced dead after the attack, with an autopsy confirming death by manual strangulation, conducted by Dr. Ian Hood, Burlington County Medical Examiner.
The Prosecutor’s Office led the investigation, with Major Crimes Unit Detective Nicholas Schieber and Crime Scene Unit Detective Steven Trunfio spearheading the efforts. Assistant Prosecutor Robert S. Van Gilst from the BCPO Major Crimes Unit will handle the prosecution. All individuals involved are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Queens Pimp Charged for Forcing Transgender into Prostitution
Queens Resident Faces Multiple Charges in Human Trafficking Case
**Queens, NY** – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced that Valezka Echeverrias has been arraigned on charges of sex trafficking and other crimes for allegedly coercing a transgender woman into prostitution on Roosevelt Avenue and demanding weekly payments. When the victim wished to cease these activities, Echeverrias reportedly threatened her with a knife to extort money. Additional charges in the indictment include grand larceny, robbery, and extortion involving two victims, during which Echeverrias allegedly used a knife to further intimidate them and steal their phones.
District Attorney Katz emphasized the severity of the allegations, noting the use of threats to exploit one victim and terrorize another for personal gain. She highlighted the creation of the Human Trafficking Bureau as part of the ongoing effort to combat such abuses. Echeverrias, a 30-year-old resident of Jackson Heights, is charged with 24 crimes, including four counts of sex trafficking, grand larceny, coercion, promoting prostitution, robbery, menacing, criminal mischief, and criminal contempt.
Supreme Court Justice Peter Vallone has remanded Echeverrias and ordered her to appear in court on December
Berkeley Man Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges
Berkeley Man Arrested on Narcotics Charges
**BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ** – Detectives from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force and Berkeley Township Police Department have concluded a month-long investigation into illegal narcotics distribution. William Manser, 44, of Berkeley Township, was identified as a suspect using a local residence for illicit drug activities.
The investigation led to surveillance being set up on the identified location on Thursday. Manser was spotted exiting the residence, and when law enforcement attempted to detain him, he fled on a motorized scooter. Authorities quickly arrested him without incident and found him possessing heroin, cocaine, and oxycodone.
Further investigation by the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team resulted in a search warrant being executed at the residence. Detectives seized more controlled dangerous substances and paraphernalia related to narcotics distribution.
Manser now faces multiple charges, including possession and intent to distribute cocaine, heroin, and oxycodone within 500 feet of a public housing project. He has been detained at Ocean County Jail, awaiting a detention hearing. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer praised the collaboration of all law enforcement agencies involved in the case.
New Castle Man Busted for Dealing Drugs in Mult-Agency Investigation
Delaware State Police Arrests Man for Drug Charges
**New Castle, DE** – The Delaware State Police have arrested Jermaine Johnson, a 45-year-old resident of New Castle, for felony drug dealing charges. This arrest was part of a multi-jurisdictional investigation conducted in partnership with the New Jersey Salem County Prosecutor’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations in Delaware.
On Tuesday, law enforcement executed a search warrant at a property on Constitution Boulevard in New Castle. The warrant was issued after an investigation into Johnson’s alleged distribution of narcotics in New Jersey and Delaware. During the search, Johnson attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended.
Officers discovered 851 grams of cocaine, multiple ammunition rounds, digital scales, pots, packaging materials, and $5,706 believed to be proceeds from drug dealing at the residence. Johnson, who is a convicted felon not allowed to possess ammunition, was taken to Troop 2 and charged with various felonies, including drug possession and paraphernalia charges.
He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and held at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution with a bond set at $67,000 cash. Additional suspects in New Jersey have been arrested in connection with this
Yonkers Burglar Sentenced to Nine Years for Failing to Appear in Court
Burglar Sentenced to Nine Years for Failing to Appear in Court
**Goshen, NY** – Oscar Castillo, a Yonkers resident, was sentenced to nine years in prison on Monday following his guilty plea to second-degree burglary in Orange County Court last year. After pleading guilty in February 2023, Castillo did not return for sentencing, leading to a warrant for his arrest.
In court documents, it was revealed that Castillo was involved in a burglary on November 18, 2017, at a house on Cardinal Drive in Washingtonville. Two men broke into the house, confronted by the homeowner, who reported that they were masked, armed with a shotgun, and impersonated FBI agents. A physical altercation ensued, resulting in the homeowner’s injury.
Washingtonville Police, with the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center, conducted a crime scene analysis where DNA evidence matched Castillo. Castillo was apprehended on July 2, 2021, in Westchester County, with the help of New York State Parole.
District Attorney David M. Hoovler expressed gratitude to the Washingtonville Police and other involved agencies for their collaborative efforts. The case against Castillo is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Peter Fernandez and
Arrest Made in Connection with Series of Robberies in Paterson
**Arrest Made in Connection with Series of Robberies in Paterson**
**Paterson, NJ -** The Paterson Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect linked to six robberies occurring in one day. Officer in Charge Isa Abbassi coordinated the operation, involving the Major Crimes Unit and Patrol Division.
On October 6, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., six robberies took place on Summer Street, 22nd Avenue, Main Street, Paterson Avenue, and McBride Avenue. The suspect reportedly wielded a semi-automatic handgun, demanding cash and sneakers from the victims.
Around 1:48 p.m., Totowa Police Department informed Paterson officers about a vehicle matching the suspect’s description. The suspect, identified as Justin Rodriguez, 25, was apprehended after attempting to flee and assaulting an officer. A search revealed a semi-automatic handgun and a 50-round drum magazine.
Rodriguez faces multiple charges, including six counts of robbery, weapon possession offenses, and assault on a law enforcement officer. He awaits prosecution by the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, with charges presuming innocence until proven guilty.
Paterson Police Department Welcomes 15 New Officers
Paterson Police Department Welcomes 15 New Officers
**LODI, N.J.**—Officer in Charge Isa Abbassi and other officials from the Paterson Police Department celebrated the addition of 15 new officers on Wednesday. The officers graduated from the Bergen County Police Academy at Felician University’s Lodi Campus, bringing Paterson’s police force to over 400 members.
The newly sworn-in officers joined the department as part of the PPD NextGen strategy, which aims to enhance policing with a focus on constitutional rights and community service. Officer in Charge Abbassi expressed gratitude to the Bergen County Police Academy for their continued collaboration and support in training the officers.
Over a 23-week program, the recruits were trained in various areas, including criminal law, use of force, and first aid. They also completed the Integrating Communications Assessment and Tactics (ICAT) course, which trains officers to manage critical incidents with minimal force.
The new officers reflect Paterson’s diversity and language capabilities, which will aid community relations. Their initial assignments will involve engaging with the Paterson community to foster better relationships between police and residents.
Arson Task Force Probes Early Morning Jersey City Blaze that Displaced 33 People
Arson Task Force Probes Jersey City Blaze
**Jersey City, NJ** – A fire that occurred Wednesday at a residential building on Monticello Avenue is under investigation by the Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force and Jersey City Fire Department. The fire was reported shortly before 6:00 a.m. at 274 Monticello Avenue, where emergency responders found heavy smoke and fire in the building’s basement and first-floor hallway.
During response operations, a 70-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man were discovered injured. Both were initially taken to Jersey City Medical Center and later transferred to Jacobi Medical Center in New York City for further medical treatment. Their condition is reported as stable.
The fire, which began in the basement, is not viewed as suspicious at present. In total, 33 residents have been displaced due to the incident, and a firefighter suffered minor injuries receiving treatment at Jersey City Medical Center.
Investigation into the fire’s cause is ongoing. Authorities request anyone with relevant information to contact the Prosecutor’s Office at 201-915-1345 or submit a tip online, assuring that all information provided will remain confidential.
New Jersey Man Arrested in Connection with Vehicle Burglaries
Man Arrested in Connection with Vehicle Burglaries
**Gloucester Township, NJ** – Gloucester Township Police arrested a man suspected of involvement in multiple motor vehicle burglaries in the Hilltop section. The arrest occurred on Thursday at 1:21 AM after officers were alerted to a man in dark clothing attempting to burglarize a vehicle on Old Black Horse Pike.
During the investigation, it was reported that the suspect had burglarized four additional vehicles. The unidentified man managed to gain entry into four unlocked vehicles, stealing various items. Officers located the suspect, identified as Gilbert J. Ferguson, on Landing Road.
Ferguson attempted to flee on foot but was detained after a brief pursuit on Brewer Avenue. Upon detention, he was found with proceeds from the burglaries and was subsequently charged with multiple offenses, including four counts of burglary. Gilbert Ferguson was remanded to the Camden County Correctional Facility in compliance with the New Jersey Criminal Justice Reform Act.
The Gloucester Township Police Department emphasizes the importance of preventing car burglaries by securing vehicle doors and windows. Residents are encouraged to park in well-lit areas, utilize anti-theft devices, and report suspicious activities.
Pennsylvania Cop Faces Charges for Stealing Prescription Take Back Drugs
West Goshen Township Officer Faces Charges for Substance Theft
**West Chester, PA** – The Chester County District Attorney’s Office has announced the arrest of David Maurer, 55, a Detective Sergeant with the West Goshen Township Police Department. Maurer is accused of taking controlled substances for personal use from a medication collection box on Wednesday.
Maurer has been charged with Possession of Controlled Substances and Theft by Unlawful Taking. He was apprehended and arraigned on Wednesday before Magisterial District Judge Martin Goch. Following his arraignment, Maurer was released on his own recognizance.
On the day of the incident, Maurer was tasked with emptying medication collection boxes at the West Goshen Township Police Department and Chester County Hospital. These boxes are part of a county program for the safe disposal of unwanted medications. Maurer allegedly retained several pill bottles containing controlled substances for himself rather than ensuring their proper disposal.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding this case to contact the Chester County Detectives at 610-344-6866.
