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West Orange Man Surrenders In Morris County Shooting West Orange Man Surrenders In Morris County Shooting West Orange Man Surrenders In Morris County Shooting
West Orange Man Surrenders In Morris County Shooting A West Orange man who shot a victim in the leg during a Morris County domestic incident surrendered to law enforcement, authorities announced Tuesday. Michael Mecca, 39, was in an argument with the victim in Roxbury the night of May 31 when he left and returned with a .40 caliber Highpoint handgun, Acting Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said. Mecca pulled the firearm from his waistband and fired at the victim, who suffered more than one gunshot wound to the leg, Carroll said alongside Chief of Detectives Chris Kimker, Morris County Sheriff James Gannon and Roxbury Polic…
'Force Of Positivity' Delilah Rosario Of Belleville Dies, 18 'Force Of Positivity' Delilah Rosario Of Belleville Dies, 18 'Force Of Positivity' Delilah Rosario Of Belleville Dies, 18
'Force Of Positivity' Delilah Rosario Of Belleville Dies, 18 Delilah Joy Rosario of Belleville died on May 18, 2021. She was 18 years old. Delilah graduated from Belleville High School in 2020 and was studying psychology at William Paterson University, her obituary says. A GoFundMe in Delilah's memory launched by Ramon Espinol had raised more than $11,000 as of June 1. Delilah was honored with a lantern-release ceremony last weekend. BOE member Frank Velez remembered her as "force of positivity and joy," on a post from the ceremony. "Delilah was a beautiful person & it was a beautiful sight to see the community come together for such a special…
SEEN HIM? South Jersey Teen Reported Missing SEEN HIM? South Jersey Teen Reported Missing SEEN HIM? South Jersey Teen Reported Missing
Seen HIM? South Jersey Teen Reported Missing A 16-year-old boy has been reported missing out of South Jersey. Curtis E. James, 16, of Shamong, was last seen leaving his house near Shawnee Lane Tuesday morning around 6:50, New Jersey State Police say. He was reportedly on his way to the bus stop. Curtis is described as a white male, 5’8”, 130 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing khaki pants, a blue sweater, white tee-shirt, and gray shoes. Anyone with information is asked to call the New Jersey State Police Red Lion Station at 609-859-2282.
New Brunswick Man Indicted For Causing Bedminster Woman's Fentanyl, Cocaine OD Death New Brunswick Man Indicted For Causing Bedminster Woman's Fentanyl, Cocaine OD Death New Brunswick Man Indicted For Causing Bedminster Woman's Fentanyl, Cocaine OD Death
New Brunswick Man Indicted For Causing Bedminster Woman's Fentanyl, Cocaine OD Death A New Jersey man was indicted on charges that he caused the drug overdose death of a 37-year-old woman. Lashawn D. Boyd, 25, of New Brunswick, had been accused of selling the woman cocaine, fentanyl, 4-ANPP and tramadol in the days leading up to her death in January 2020 Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson said. Boyd was indicted on charges of first-degree strict liability for drug induced death, and four counts of third-degree distribution of a controlled dangerous substance. The woman had made arrangements to meet Boyd for a suspected drug deal between Jan. 16, 2020 and …
'Let Me Get Your Snapchat': Montclair Police Probe Attempted Luring 'Let Me Get Your Snapchat': Montclair Police Probe Attempted Luring 'Let Me Get Your Snapchat': Montclair Police Probe Attempted Luring
'Let Me Get Your Snapchat': Montclair Police Probe Attempted Luring Montclair police are investigating reports of an attempted luring. The alleged victim said she was walking on South Park Street when she was approached by an unknown man in a car on May 27, Montclair Police Sgt. Terence Turner said. The driver said, “Hey come over to my car. Let me get your Snapchat," according to police. The victim refused, but the male then said, "Hey get in my car," Turner said. The victim again refused and the vehicle fled north on Orange Road towards Hillside Avenue, police said.  The suspect was described as a black male, in his early 20's, slender build with …
WATCH: Body Cam Footage Shows Officers Evacuating Historic Newark Church As Blaze Spreads WATCH: Body Cam Footage Shows Officers Evacuating Historic Newark Church As Blaze Spreads WATCH: Body Cam Footage Shows Officers Evacuating Historic Newark Church As Blaze Spreads
Watch: Body Cam Footage Shows Officers Evacuating Historic Newark Church As Blaze Spreads A Newark firefighter suffered second-degree burns battling a blaze in the rectory of a historic church after police noticed smoke coming from the building. Newark Police Officers Thomas Johnson and Veronica Rivera were patrolling near 7th Avenue when they noticed smoke coming from the rectory of St. Lucy's Church around 2:35 p.m. Monday, Newark Public Safety Director Brian A. O’Hara said. St Lucy's Church fireNewark PD The officers contacted the Fire Division and Johnson entered the building, evacuating 10 people. Firefighters found a fire in a sun porch area at the rear of the buildin…
Philly Man, 26, Killed In South Jersey Crash Philly Man, 26, Killed In South Jersey Crash Philly Man, 26, Killed In South Jersey Crash
Philly Man, 26, Killed In South Jersey Crash A 26-year-old Philadelphia man was killed in a South Jersey crash over the weekend. The driver -- Brian Trexler, 21, of Philadelphia -- was heading north on Route 347 when his vehicle veered off the roadway to the left and struck a tree near milepost 7.5 in Maurice River Township around 12:30 a.m. Sunday, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Alejandro Goez said. The car went up an embankment hitting several trees along the way before coming to a stop. Rear seat passenger Brad M. Geist was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. No charges were filed as of Tuesday. The driver and two…
Philadelphia Man Arrested In Triple Norristown Shooting, Police Say Philadelphia Man Arrested In Triple Norristown Shooting, Police Say Philadelphia Man Arrested In Triple Norristown Shooting, Police Say
Philadelphia Man Arrested In Triple Norristown Shooting, Police Say A 38-year-old Philadelphia man was in custody in connection with a triple shooting that left two women hospitalized Monday night in Norristown, authorities said. Arriving officers found two women with multiple gunshot wounds in the 500 block of Green Street around 11:10 p.m. Norristown police said. The women were airlifted to Penn Presbyterian Hospital and are listed in stable condition, police said. Brian Cole was reportedly upset at the mother of his child, who had barred Cole from entering her Green Street apartment, authorities said. While walking to the Norristown Transportation…
PA Bicyclist Dies After Hitting Parked Car PA Bicyclist Dies After Hitting Parked Car PA Bicyclist Dies After Hitting Parked Car
PA Bicyclist Dies After Hitting Parked Car A Schuylkill County bicyclist died nearly two weeks after he hit a parked car last month, authorities announced. John Rich Jr. was involved in the crash on Thursday, May 20 in Pottsville, and died at  Lehigh Valley Hospital on Monday, the Lehigh County coroner's office. Rich died of injuries suffered in the crash. He was 69 years old.
TJ Pope Of Manville Dies, 32 TJ Pope Of Manville Dies, 32 TJ Pope Of Manville Dies, 32
TJ Pope Of Manville Dies, 32 Thomas Justin "TJ" Pope of Manville died on Wednesday, May 26. He was 32 years old. Born in Plainfield, TJ was a lifelong resident of Manville. His obituary remembers him for his passions: Video games, anime, gardening, playing Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and "almost anything associated with dragons and swords." TJ was a "dedicated" team member at PetSmart in Bridgewater, where he received the PetSmart Associate Appreciation certificate -- of which he was very proud. Visitation will be June 3 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and June 4 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Fucillo & Warren Funeral Home. …
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