Judge grants summary judgment to Paterson, officers in death of man restrained in ambulance
Newark, NJ – A federal judge has largely cleared the City of Paterson and several of its police officers of liability in the 2019 death of Jameek Lowery, ruling that most claims…
Willingboro Police Officers Turn Boy’s Misfortune Into Kind Gesture
WILLINGBORO, NJ – In a heartwarming response to a young resident’s loss, Willingboro Township Police Department’s shift 1B officers have transformed a sad incident into a joyful surprise. Following a motor vehicle…
Rockaway Beach Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges for Shooting at NYPD Officers
QUEENS, NY — Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz has announced the arraignment of Joel Kelly, 60, from Rockaway Beach, on charges of attempted murder and other related crimes after he reportedly fired…
Woodbridge Man Arrested for Assaulting Officers During Mental Health Crisis
WOODBRIDGE, VA—A tense situation unfolded in Woodbridge when police responded to a call involving a person in a mental health crisis. The incident took place at a residence in the 15300 block…
Lindenwold Police Officers Rescue Kitten from Car Engine Bay
LINDENWOLD, N.J. — While typically a job for firefighters, Lindenwold Police officers responded to an unusual call last month involving a stuck kitten. Officers Gallegos, Glassman, and Medina were dispatched to rescue…
Westfield Police Officers Assist Turtle on East Broad Street
WESTFIELD, N.J. — Officers Beal and Testa of the Westfield Police Department were dispatched to assist a turtle found crawling down East Broad Street. The incident occurred on the shoulder of the…
Myrtle Beach Police Officer’s Vehicle Struck While Assisting at Accident Scene
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — On the evening of July 24, at approximately 10:50 p.m., a Myrtle Beach Police Department officer was dispatched to the 1200 block of Port Drive to assist the…
Secaucus Officers Commended for Lifesaving Efforts at Harmon Cove Towers
SECAUCUS, N.J. — Officers Michael Borrelli and Austin C. Hawxhurst were recognized for their lifesaving efforts during a council meeting on Tuesday, following an incident on May 12, 2024. At 8:49 p.m.…
Six Indicted for Attack on NYPD Officers in Long Island City
QUEENS, NY — Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the arraignment of six individuals following a grand jury indictment for an attack on two NYPD officers. The incident occurred early on June…
Six Indicted in Assault on NYPD Officers Outside Long Island City Hotel
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the indictment of six individuals involved in an alleged assault against NYPD officers. The incident occurred as the officers were attending…
New Jersey State Grand Jury Clears Newark Police Officers in Fatal Shooting
TRENTON, NJ — A state grand jury has concluded its investigation into the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Everett Rand of Newark, deciding not to file criminal charges against Newark Police Department officers…
Baltimore Officers Seize Firearm and Illegal Fireworks During Traffic Stop
BALTIMORE, MD—A routine traffic stop led to the seizure of a loaded handgun and illegal fireworks by the Baltimore Police Department’s Eastern District Action Team. The incident occurred on Monday evening in…
Cherry Hill Officers Connect with Community Through Operation Chill
CHERRY HILL, NJ — The Cherry Hill Police Department celebrated a successful community engagement event in local parks, where Officers Amato and Domingo spent a pleasant morning interacting with families. The officers…
WaWa’s Hoagies For Heroes Appreciation for Local Police Officers
Gloucester Township, NJ — The Gloucester Township Police Department expressed their gratitude to local Wawa stores for their generous donations of hoagies to the GTPD and area first responders. The donations were…
Queens Man Arraigned on Attempted Murder Charges for Shooting NYPD Officers
QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today the arraignment of 19-year-old Bernardo Raul Castro Mata on charges stemming from the shooting of two NYPD officers. The incident occurred on…
Man Arrested for Assaulting Officers at Potomac Mills
WOODBRIDGE, VA – A confrontation at Potomac Mills Mall led to the arrest of 22-year-old David Joshua Barnes from Reston on charges of assaulting law enforcement officers. The incident occurred on June…
New Jersey Grand Jury Clears Officers in Fatal Shooting of Las Vegas Man
A state grand jury in Trenton, New Jersey, has decided not to file criminal charges against the officers involved in the fatal shooting of Mohamed Bounaouar, a 42-year-old man from Las Vegas,…
Matthew Esposito Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Weapons Charges and Assault on Officers
Suffolk County, NY – Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Matthew Esposito, 50, of Miller Place, has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison following his conviction…
Westchester County Jail Officers and Employees Charged with Accepting Bribes and Smuggling Contraband
White Plains, NY – Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah and Westchester County Department of Correction Commissioner Joseph K. Spano announced the arraignment of several correction officers and civilian employees on…
Four Arraigned for Assault on NYPD Officers in Long Island City
QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced that four individuals have been arraigned on charges of attempted gang assault and related offenses after attacking two NYPD officers. The officers were…
Four Charged in Assault on NYPD Officers in Queens
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY — Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz has announced the arraignment of four individuals following a violent altercation involving two NYPD officers. The incident occurred outside a Long Island…