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Hudson County Officials Investigate Jersey City Assault

Hudson County Officials Investigate Jersey City Assault

**JERSEY CITY, NJ** – The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit is currently investigating a sexual assault case in Jersey City. The incident was reported to have occurred on Sunday, January 5, at a residence on McAdoo Avenue.

The Jersey City Police Department received notification of the home invasion shortly before 7 p.m. Upon their arrival, officers found a female victim who stated that an unknown male had entered her home through a window. The victim reported that she was physically and sexually assaulted and is now receiving medical treatment at a local hospital for multiple injuries.

As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the case. The investigation is ongoing with collaboration between the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit and the Jersey City Police Department.

Authorities are requesting anyone with information or who wishes to report a sex crime to contact the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit at 201-915-1234. All provided information will be treated as confidential.

Hudson County Opens In-House DNA Laboratory

Hudson County Opens In-House DNA Laboratory

**Secaucus, NJ** – The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has inaugurated a new DNA Laboratory at its Meadowview Campus. This facility enables in-house DNA testing, accelerating the processing of investigative and evidentiary materials.

The initiative to establish the DNA Laboratory commenced in 2019 to enhance forensic testing. The lab examines evidence in major cases such as sexual assaults, homicides, and shootings, and serves all Hudson County law enforcement. It is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board and follows State and Federal regulations.

Previously, DNA evidence was handled by State-operated labs, causing significant delays. The new Hudson County facility aims for results within 14 business days.

Hudson County joins Union County as one of two Prosecutor’s Offices in New Jersey with a DNA laboratory. The facility operates independently of the prosecutor’s office, directed by Jonathan Kui and staffed by Senior DNA Analysts Kaylee Klose and Meredith Napor, analyzing up to 500 cases annually.