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Belt Parkway road rage turns deadly: Brooklyn driver indicted for murder of Breezy Point man

Breaking Local News ReportApril 19, 20250

QUEENS, NY — A Brooklyn man has been indicted for murder after a road rage altercation escalated into a fatal collision that left a Breezy Point resident dead six months later, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced. Malcolm Anglin, 32, was arraigned this week on charges of second-degree murder, leaving the scene of an incident causing death, and criminal possession of a weapon. The charges stem from a May 13, 2024, incident in which Anglin allegedly used his vehicle as a weapon to strike 55-year-old Thomas McDade in a Breezy Point parking lot following a dispute that began on the

Lakewood School Trip Ends in Disaster as Bus Full of Childen Overturns on Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 11, 20250

MONTVALE, N.J. — A school bus heading to New York State overturned on the Garden State Parkway on Monday night, injuring multiple passengers and causing an overnight closure of northbound lanes. The crash occurred around 7:40 p.m. near mile marker 170.9, just south of Exit 172 (Grand Avenue), according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation’s 511nj.org. All northbound lanes were initially closed, with one lane reopening by 9:45 p.m. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy acknowledged the crash on social media. “I’ve been briefed on a crash on the Garden State Parkway earlier tonight near the James Gandolfini Service Area

Four Dogs Found Dead in Plastic Bags on Garden State Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 5, 20250

ABERDEEN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in an animal cruelty investigation after four deceased pit bull mixes were found in dog food bags along the Garden State Parkway. On February 27, at approximately 11:00 a.m., troopers responded to the New Jersey Turnpike Authority’s Telegraph Hill Maintenance Yard after NJTA maintenance workers discovered the remains near milepost 119.4 on the southbound local roadway. Authorities determined the dogs had injuries consistent with dog fighting. Investigators are urging anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity or has information about possible dog fighting rings to

New Jersey State Police seek suspect in iPad theft at Parkway service area

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 28, 20250

FORKED RIVER, NJ – The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole an iPad from a convenience store at the Celia Cruz Service Area on the Garden State Parkway. The theft occurred on Sunday, February 16, at approximately 4:32 p.m., when the suspect entered the A Plus convenience store inside the Sunoco gas station. The individual took an iPad from the counter and left in a silver or gray 2002-2010 Ford Explorer with an unknown registration, heading southbound on the Parkway. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5’8”

Snow-related speed Restrictions impact morning commute on Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 6, 20250

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Snowfall across New Jersey on Friday morning caused widespread traffic delays, speed restrictions, and ongoing salting operations as commuters navigated slippery roads and reduced visibility. The Garden State Parkway has been particularly impacted, with speed advisories issued in both directions between Egg Harbor Township (Exit 30) and Tinton Falls (Exit 105), limiting vehicles to 45 miles per hour. Full salting operations are underway. Further south, a 35-mph restriction is in place from Cape May (CR 109) to Atlantic City Expressway (Exit 38A), with plowing operations in progress. The New Jersey Turnpike also implemented speed restrictions of

Garden State Parkway Backed Up Near Clifton, Woodbridge

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 2, 20250

As of 8:10 a.m., a disabled vehicle is causing disruptions on the northbound Garden State Parkway, just south of Exit 156 for US 46 in Clifton. The right lane is currently blocked, so drivers should anticipate delays in the area. In Newark, a crash on Port Street eastbound, just east of Brewster Road, has resulted in a center lane closure as of 8:05 a.m. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to proceed with caution and expect potential slowdowns. Westbound I-280 is experiencing delays between East of Stickel Drawbridge in Harrison and Exit 13 for Orange Street/1st Street in Newark.

High-speed crash on Northern Parkway claims life of 27-year-old woman

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 15, 20240

BALTIMORE — A 27-year-old woman died early Saturday after a high-speed crash on the 2700 block of W. Northern Parkway, where her vehicle struck a tree and burst into flames, according to Baltimore Police. The incident occurred at approximately 2:59 a.m., when the woman’s vehicle, traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed, lost control and collided with a tree. Following the crash, the vehicle caught fire, prompting nearby motorists to intervene and pull the victim to safety. Emergency medics arrived at the scene and transported the victim to Sinai Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead by medical personnel.

Police issue 22 speeding tickets during joint operation on American Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 12, 20240

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The Allentown Police Traffic Safety Unit and Pennsylvania State Police issued 22 speeding tickets during a joint enforcement operation on American Parkway on December 10, authorities said. The operation, conducted to emphasize the dangers of speeding during wet and potentially snowy road conditions, targeted drivers exceeding the posted 40 MPH speed limit. Police reported that the highest speed recorded during the detail was 71 MPH. In a statement, the Allentown Police Department urged drivers to adhere to speed limits, particularly during hazardous weather conditions, to ensure the safety of all road users. “Your safety is our top

Traffic Backed up on Garden State Parkway, Turnpike Near Woodbridge

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 5, 20240

BEDMINSTER TWP., N.J. — The Tuesday morning commute across New Jersey is marked by significant delays on major highways and thoroughfares, with congestion stemming from high traffic volumes and a disabled tractor-trailer. As of 7:52 a.m., a disabled tractor-trailer on I-78 eastbound at the ramp to Exit 29 (I-287/US 202/US 206) in Bedminster Township has caused the left lane to close, exacerbating congestion in the area. The Garden State Parkway northbound is experiencing a 3.5-mile delay from the Colonia Service Area in Woodbridge Township to Exit 136 at Stiles Street in Cranford Township. All lanes remain open, with delays attributed

Crash on Parkway Slows Traffic Through Brick Township on Monday Morning Commute

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 2, 20240

Crash and watermain break snarl Monday morning NJ commutes TRENTON, N.J. — Monday morning commuters across New Jersey faced numerous traffic disruptions, with crashes, watermain breaks, and heavy delays reported on major roadways, including the Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Turnpike, and key Hudson River crossings. A crash on the Garden State Parkway northbound near Exit 90 in Brick Township caused early delays, though all lanes remain open as of 8:10 a.m. Another crash was reported on the Parkway southbound at Exit 130B-A in Woodbridge Township, with vehicles moved to the right shoulder. Commuters on US Route 46 westbound encountered

Virginia Beach police use city surveillance cams to arrest Lynnhaven Parkway robbery suspect

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 28, 20240

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A 22-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an armed robbery on Lynnhaven Parkway, thanks to swift investigative work and advanced surveillance technology, Virginia Beach police announced Wednesday. The incident occurred on November 24 at approximately 9:37 a.m. in the 800 block of Lynnhaven Parkway, where the suspect allegedly discharged a firearm inside a business during the robbery. No one was struck by the gunfire, but the act created alarm and endangered employees. Using a combination of evidence from residential and commercial security cameras, city-owned surveillance systems, and Flock license plate readers, detectives

Crash on Garden State Parkway causes delays near Lakewood

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 25, 20240

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A crash on the northbound Garden State Parkway south of Exit 89A for NJ 70 East in Lakewood Township is causing traffic disruptions Monday morning. As of 8:31 a.m., the right shoulder is blocked at the crash site. Traffic backups have been reported in the area as emergency responders address the scene. In addition, delays are being reported on the Garden State Parkway northbound from the Toms River Toll Plaza in Dover Township to Exit 89C in Lakewood, spanning approximately five miles due to heavy traffic volume. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to proceed with

Traffic disruptions mount on New Jersey Turnpike, Parkway during morning rush

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 13, 20240

LINDEN, N.J. — Multiple traffic incidents and delays were reported across New Jersey’s highways and major roadways early Wednesday morning, impacting commuters statewide. At 8:27 a.m., a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike’s outer roadway northbound, just north of Interchange 13 near the I-278/Goethals Bridge in Linden, resulted in the blockage of two right lanes. Additionally, delays in the vicinity extended north of Interchange 12 in Carteret, creating a 3.5-mile backup. Just one minute earlier, at 8:26 a.m., an accident on I-78 westbound express lanes east of Exit 52 at the Garden State Parkway in Hillside Township blocked one left

New York State Trooper injured in crash on Southern State Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 10, 20240

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. — A New York State Trooper was injured Saturday afternoon when his patrol vehicle was struck by a passing motorist on the Southern State Parkway, authorities said. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 p.m. on November 9, as the Trooper was finishing a traffic stop on the westbound Exit 22N ramp in the town of Hempstead. According to officials, the Trooper was re-entering his vehicle when it was hit by an oncoming car. The Trooper reported pain and was transported to Nassau University Medical Center for evaluation. Officials stated that his injuries do not appear to be serious.

Wildfire Burns 19 Acres Along Palisades Interstate Parkway in Englewood Cliffs

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 8, 20240

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — A wildfire broke out Tuesday near the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Englewood Cliffs, Bergen County, burning 19 acres and prompting a swift response from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. Firefighters have contained 30% of the blaze as of Wednesday morning and expect it to remain within its current perimeter. Officials reported that no structures are threatened by the fire, and no evacuations have been ordered. The Forest Fire Service has deployed fire engines, ground crews, and a helicopter to assist in containing the flames. The helicopter, equipped to drop 350 gallons of water, was scheduled

New York State Police seek help in locating vehicle involved in trooper shooting on Southern State Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 3, 20240

WEST HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. — New York State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle connected to the shooting of a state trooper late on Wednesday night on the Southern State Parkway in Nassau County. The incident occurred around 11:45 p.m. on October 30 in the westbound lanes near Exit 17 in West Hempstead. The suspect, described as a dark-skinned male, fled the scene in a black sedan, believed to be a Dodge Charger with a New Jersey temporary license plate of 997636T. Police said the vehicle has distinctive custom features, including matte gray dual exhaust tips,

State grand jury declines to charge Cranford officers in fatal Parkway shooting

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 25, 20240

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 with the fatal shooting of a Perth Amboy man on the Garden State Parkway in December 2023, the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General announced on Friday. The incident, which occurred during a police pursuit, led to the death of 40-year-old Kevin Harlfinger after an exchange of gunfire with the officers near Exit 131 in Woodbridge. According to the Attorney General’s Office, the investigation determined that Harlfinger, who had been driving a stolen vehicle,

Multiple Crashes Slowing Morning Commute on Garden State Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 24, 20240

This morning’s commute in New Jersey is facing multiple traffic disruptions, with incidents reported across key highways and bridges. On the Garden State Parkway, a disabled vehicle on the southbound entrance ramp near Exit 82 in Toms River Township is partially blocking the ramp, causing delays in the area. Meanwhile, further north, a crash occurred south of Exit 114 at Red Hill Road in Holmdel Township, blocking the right lane and slowing traffic. In Cranford Township, another crash was reported just north of Exit 136, although all vehicles involved have been moved to the shoulder, keeping all lanes open. In

NYPD seeks help identifying vehicle in Douglaston Parkway shooting

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 22, 20240

NEW YORK — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a vehicle connected to a non-fatal shooting that left two men injured in Queens earlier this month. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at approximately 11 p.m. near the northeast corner of the Long Island Expressway and Douglaston Parkway. According to police, two unidentified individuals in the vehicle in question fired 20 rounds at another vehicle, injuring two men. A 56-year-old male victim suffered a graze wound to his stomach, while a 43-year-old male was shot in the right arm and

Multiple Crashes Slowing Traffic on Garden State Parkway As Monday Morning Rush Slows

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 21, 20240

NEWARK, N.J. — Multiple traffic incidents have been reported on New Jersey highways this morning, causing delays across several routes. A crash on the Garden State Parkway southbound at Exit 140B in Union Township has blocked one lane as of 7:57 a.m. Another crash on the Parkway at Exit 36 in Egg Harbor Township has also blocked one lane, reported at 7:52 a.m. In South Kearny, the Pulaski Skyway southbound saw a crash at 7:49 a.m., closing one left lane, while a disabled vehicle on the northbound side at the same location has shut down one right lane. On I-80

Police Seeking Witnesses After Stray Tire Causes Garden State Parkway Crash

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 19, 20240

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in investigating a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred on Thursday, October 17, on the Garden State Parkway near milepost 81 in South Toms River, Ocean County. According to detectives, the crash happened at approximately 3:23 p.m. when a spare wheel became dislodged from an unknown vehicle traveling northbound. The wheel struck a motorist heading southbound, resulting in serious injuries to the driver. Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or has information about the events leading up to or following

Multiple Crashes Slow Traffic on Garden State Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 15, 20240

Newark, NJ—Multiple traffic incidents and delays are affecting major roadways in New Jersey this morning, impacting drivers across several counties. A crash on the Garden State Parkway’s northbound local lanes at Exit 123 in Sayreville has blocked two center lanes. Additionally, another crash occurred on the parkway’s southbound local lanes near Exit 116 in Holmdel Township, where two right lanes are closed. Both incidents are causing significant slowdowns. In Woodbridge Township, a disabled vehicle has blocked one center lane on the parkway’s northbound lanes south of Exit 127, while a previous crash at Exit 129 has the right shoulder blocked.

Crashes on Parkway, Turnpike Slow New Jersey’s Friday Morning Commute

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 11, 20240

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey motorists experienced numerous disruptions and delays on Thursday morning due to crashes, roadwork, and heavy traffic conditions across the state. As of 7:59 a.m., a crash on the Garden State Parkway northbound, just north of Exit 136 (Stiles St) in Cranford Township, has resulted in a left lane closure. Earlier, at 7:03 a.m., a crash with property damage on the New Jersey Turnpike near Interchange 15E (US 1&9) in Newark had all lanes open. Additional road issues included a water main break at 3:54 a.m. on US 1&9 northbound, south of Randolph Avenue in Woodbridge

Police seek suspect in aggravated assault on Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 30, 20240

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated assault on September 15, 2024, in the 9th District. At approximately 9:45 a.m., two female victims were walking on the 2000 block of Benjamin Franklin Parkway when the suspect tackled one of the women to the ground and punched her multiple times in the face and body. The second woman intervened, but she was also pushed to the ground. A Good Samaritan then stepped in, prompting the suspect to flee on foot toward Race Street via 20th Street. The suspect

Man robbed at gunpoint near East Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 30, 20240

BRONX, N.Y. — A 23-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint on Tuesday evening near the intersection of East Mosholu Parkway South and Lisbon Place, according to police. The incident occurred at approximately 8:34 p.m. when the victim was approached by an unidentified male. The suspect displayed a firearm and forcibly took the man’s property. Authorities said the individual fled westbound on foot toward Grand Concourse. No injuries were reported in connection with the robbery. The suspect is described as a male with a slim build and medium complexion, last seen wearing all black. Police are investigating the incident.