TRENTON, NJ – A state grand jury has declined to criminally charge any Essex County correctional police officers in connection with the December 2021 death … Read more
BRONX, NY — A 44-year-old man was walking near McClellan Street and Grand Concourse on Tuesday night when two armed individuals confronted him and robbed … Read more
Pediatric Affiliates officially opened its newest location in Jackson Township this week, with local councilmembers joining to welcome the trusted pediatric practice to its new … Read more
A man was fatally shot Tuesday afternoon during a law enforcement encounter involving New Jersey State Police detectives assigned to a federal fugitive task force, … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — Police are searching for a woman who allegedly stole a purse from a 77-year-old woman’s walker in a broad daylight theft on … Read more
BLACKWOOD, N.J. – The Pickle Juice Pickleball Club will celebrate the official grand opening of its Blackwood location Saturday with a public event featuring open … Read more
EDGEWOOD, Md. — A Harford County resident turned Father’s Day into a major payday, winning $6,500 as the Maryland Lottery’s Home Run Riches Contestant of … Read more
NEWARK, N.J. — A federal grand jury in Newark returned a three-count indictment Tuesday against U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver, charging her with forcibly impeding and … Read more
QUEENS VILLAGE, N.Y. — A Nassau County man has been indicted on murder and related charges after allegedly running over a pedestrian and dragging him … Read more
NEW YORK, NY — A 55-year-old on-duty MTA conductor was punched in the face while looking out of the train window at Grand Central Station … Read more
BRUNSWICK, Ohio — A Brunswick resident scored a $20,000 prize playing the Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions scratch-off game, officials confirmed Friday. The winning ticket was … Read more
NEW YORK, NY — A 24-year-old NYPD officer has been arrested and faces multiple charges, including grand larceny, following an internal investigation, police confirmed. James … Read more
BERKELEY TWP., N.J. — Officials have announced new speed limits now in effect along County Road #91 — also known as Grand Central Parkway, Pinewald … Read more
WOODBRIDGE, N.J. – A Middlesex County grand jury has declined to bring criminal charges against Woodbridge Township Police Officer Hector Rivera following a February 2023 … Read more
GERMANTOWN, Md. — Raymond Mitchell had every reason to cheer during the Orioles’ April 16 game against the Cleveland Guardians — a second-inning grand slam … Read more
FALLSTON, Md. — A Delaware resident using the alias Orioles Fan hit it big with a $136,810 jackpot on the Maryland Lottery’s FAST PLAY Home … Read more
TRENTON, NJ — A New Jersey state grand jury has declined to file criminal charges against two Hamilton Township police officers involved in the fatal … Read more
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Pro-Palestine demonstrators temporarily shut down Grand Central Station on Monday in a disruptive protest coinciding with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s … Read more
GRAND ISLAND, N.Y. — A TAKE 5 top-prize ticket worth more than $38,000 was sold at a local Speedway gas station in Grand Island, the … Read more
Piscataway, NJ – The wait is almost over for New Jersey fried chicken enthusiasts as Bojangles, the iconic Southern fast-food chain, will open its doors … Read more
State Grand Jury Decides on Paterson Police Shooting Incident
**Trenton, NJ** – A state grand jury concluded its deliberations with a decision not to file criminal charges against Paterson Police Officers Anzore Tsay and Jose Hernandez following the police-involved shooting of Najee Seabrooks on March 3, 2023. This decision came after a thorough investigation by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) which presented extensive evidence, including video footage, ballistics reports, and witness testimony.
The investigation revealed that officers responded to a distress call early on March 3, 2023, and encountered Seabrooks behaving erratically in a Paterson apartment. Despite efforts from negotiators and the Emergency Response Team, the situation escalated when Seabrooks, armed with knives, set a fire and threw objects at officers. Officers Tsay and Hernandez discharged their weapons after Seabrooks exited a bathroom with at least one knife, leading to his death.
In response to incidents like this, Attorney General Platkin took steps to transform the Paterson Police Department in 2023 by appointing new leadership and introducing department reforms. These initiatives aimed to rebuild trust and improve community policing, supported by various
NEW YORK, NY — Police are searching for a man accused of committing a lewd act aboard a southbound “5” train near Grand Central Station … Read more
ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. — A grand jury report has detailed how absentee ballots were mishandled in a village’s 2023 election, outlining procedural failures and recommending … Read more
QUEENS, N.Y. — A Kew Gardens Hills woman has been charged with grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property for allegedly scamming elderly victims … Read more
State Grand Jury Decision on Fatal Accident Involving NJ Trooper
**TRENTON, NJ** — A state grand jury has voted against filing criminal charges in the case of Raul L. Diaz, a 59-year-old cyclist from Long Valley, New Jersey. The incident involved a collision with a New Jersey State Police officer on February 5 just after 6:00 a.m. in Hackettstown.
The Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) conducted an investigation, presenting findings to a grand jury in line with the Independent Prosecutor Directive of 2019. Evidence reviewed included surveillance and body-worn camera footage, radio transmissions, a crash report, photographs, and autopsy results. On February 24, the grand jury decided not to indict NJSP Sergeant First Class Kesene Grier.
According to the investigation, Sergeant Grier was driving an unmarked state police SUV and collided with Diaz on an electric bike at the intersection of Willow Grove Street and Brook Hollow Drive. The collision occurred when Diaz applied the brakes abruptly, causing him to overturn and be struck by Grier’s vehicle.
Following the crash, Sergeant Grier alerted dispatch and provided assistance to Diaz until emergency services arrived. Diaz was pronounced dead at Hackett
NEW YORK — An off-duty New York City Department of Education employee was arrested Saturday evening in Midtown Manhattan on charges of grand larceny and … Read more
TRENTON, N.J. — A state grand jury has declined to file criminal charges against an Elizabeth police officer in connection with a December 10, 2023, … Read more
NEW YORK, N.Y. — A late-night dispute over a vehicle collision escalated into a violent assault and robbery near East 42nd Street and Madison Avenue … Read more
NEW YORK, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) employee was arrested Monday afternoon in Manhattan’s 5th Precinct, police said. Elijah Jones, … Read more
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Mayor Lisa Crate joined Council Vice President Vince Minichino, Councilwoman Heather deJong, and Councilman Steve Feinman on Wednesday to celebrate the … Read more
TRENTON, NJ — A state grand jury has decided not to bring criminal charges against members of the U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional … Read more
NEW YORK — Police are searching for a man accused of groping a woman on a southbound 6 train near the 42nd Street–Grand Central station … Read more
NEW YORK — If you ride the New York City subway system, don’t expect anyone to help you if you’re getting attacked. They’re calling it … Read more
State Grand Jury Declines Charges in Paterson Custody Death
**TRENTON, NJ** — A state grand jury has decided not to bring criminal charges following the death of Rosita Diaz, 57, in Paterson Police Department custody on February 18, 2022. The case was presented to the grand jury by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) in line with the 2019 Independent Prosecutor Directive.
The investigation conducted by OPIA involved witness interviews, a review of body-worn camera and surveillance footage, and examination of medical records, autopsy, and toxicology results. The grand jury reviewed this evidence and concluded deliberations on Monday, choosing not to file charges against any officers involved.
Ms. Diaz was arrested on February 17, 2022, for alleged narcotics possession and was taken to a hospital multiple times before being found unresponsive in a police holding cell. At approximately 5:55 p.m. on February 18, 2022, she was discovered, and after EMS was called, she was pronounced dead at 6:16 p.m. Toxicology revealed the presence of fentanyl, para-flouro-fentanyl, and cocaine in her system. Her
QUEENS, N.Y. — The NYPD is seeking two suspects involved in the robbery of a 55-year-old man at the Grand Avenue subway station in Queens … Read more
Bloomfield, New Jersey, just got a major nostalgia upgrade with the grand opening of Hometown Arcade at 85 Washington Street. This retro gaming haven is … Read more
Grand Jury Declines Charges in Manchester Township Shooting
**TRENTON, NJ** – A state grand jury voted not to file criminal charges related to the death of Shannon Rose, a 39-year-old from Manchester Township. Rose was shot on December 5, 2023, in a police encounter in Ocean County.
The Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) investigated Rose’s death, presenting findings to a state grand jury. The investigation included witness interviews, video footage analysis from body cameras, ballistics testing, and autopsy results. The grand jury concluded no charges would be filed against Officers Nicholas Greenwood and Michael Anderson.
On December 5, 2023, at about 8:28 p.m., the Manchester Police Department responded to a distress call concerning Rose, who reportedly had a semi-automatic rifle. Following a vehicle crash involving Rose’s van, officers located him in a wooded area and attempted negotiations for about twenty minutes. After Rose refused to disarm, Officers Greenwood and Anderson discharged their firearms. Rose was later confirmed deceased, with ballistic evidence showing a discharged casing from his rifle.
Released recordings include a police body-worn camera and two 911 calls. Under New Jersey law, any death involving law enforcement officers requires
TRENTON, N.J. — A state grand jury has decided not to file criminal charges against Cranford Police Officers Christopher Folinusz and Ryan McSharry in connection … Read more
CRANFORD, N.J. — Chief Ryan Greco of the Cranford Police Department expressed gratitude and relief following a grand jury’s decision not to file criminal charges … Read more
NEW YORK — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals wanted in connection with a grand … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — A 25-year-old Bronx man was arrested earlier this week in connection with a grand larceny case, the New York City Police Department … Read more
UTICA, NY- The Utica Police Department, in collaboration with Ilion Police Department, arrested Michael Jenkins, 25, of Utica on Tuesday in connection with a Grand … Read more
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township government congratulated Believe Beauty Co. on the grand opening of its new facility at 1898 Hinds Road. … Read more
A state grand jury has decided not to file criminal charges in the death of Daniel King, 30, of Millville, New Jersey, following a police … Read more
CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Cumberland Police Department is investigating the theft of two vehicles reported stolen from Grand Avenue residences early Monday morning. Authorities said … Read more
BRICK, N.J. — Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong recently marked the grand re-opening of Cold Stone Creamery with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the … Read more
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects involved in a grand larceny incident in … Read more
The NYPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman wanted in connection with a grand larceny that took place in the 75th … Read more
WESTMINSTER, MD — Mark Yurick, a lifelong Orioles fan from Westminster, won $6,000 through the Maryland Lottery’s Home Run Riches Contest, thanks to a grand … Read more