Clifton Cop Tackles Moped Rider, Reckless Crew Circles, Kicks Officer: Police Clifton Cop Tackles Moped Rider, Reckless Crew Circles, Kicks Officer: Police
Clifton Cop Tackles Moped Rider, Reckless Crew Circles, Kicks Officer: Police A moped rider tried to run from police after his bike broke down — and several others in his reckless riding crew tried to kick the officer chasing him, Clifton police said. The wild scene unfolded around 6:42 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, when officers spotted a group of 10 to 15 ATVs, dirt bikes, and mopeds driving recklessly on Main Avenue near Delawanna Avenue, Lt. Robert Anderson said. The group turned onto Allwood Road and kept riding west, blowing through red lights and ignoring traffic laws. Officer Maurice Marsilla followed the group with the flow of traffic and spotted one moped dis…
Off-Duty Cop Helps Nab Man Breaking Into Cars In Clifton, Police Say Off-Duty Cop Helps Nab Man Breaking Into Cars In Clifton, Police Say
Off-Duty Cop Helps Nab Man Breaking Into Cars In Clifton, Police Say A man in a ski mask was arrested in Clifton after he was caught breaking into a parked car, police said. Officers responded around 1:14 a.m. on Thursday, April 3 to a report of a suspicious person near the intersection of Center Street and Arthur Street, according to Clifton Police Lt. Robert Anderson. The witness, an off-duty law enforcement officer from another agency, told police he saw the man enter an unlocked 2012 Mazda, rummage through the interior, and then try to enter other parked cars. Police located the suspect, identified as Allen Bright, 24, of Brooklyn, NY, near the intersec…
Saddle Brook Teen Killed By Israeli Soldiers In West Bank: Reports Saddle Brook Teen Killed By Israeli Soldiers In West Bank: Reports
Saddle Brook Teen Killed By Israeli Soldiers In West Bank: Reports A 14-year-old boy from New Jersey was killed in the West Bank on Sunday, April 6, as first reported by NorthJersey.com. The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates identified the boy as Omar [Amer] Mohammed Saadeh Rabee and said the killing happened in the town of Turmus Ayya in Ramallah. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) shared a blurry video of what they said showed “three terrorists who were throwing rocks toward a highway with civilian vehicles," spotted by Israeli fighters. במהלך פעילות מבצעית של לוחמים מיחידה 636 במרחב תורמוסעייא שבחטיבת שומרון, הכוח זיהה שלושה מחבל…
Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why
Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why Public House 46 in Clifton will be closing for good after service on Sunday, April 6, owner Robby Corujo confirmed to Daily Voice. The longtime Route 46 hotspot, located at 1081 US-46, has been a go-to for locals looking to catch a game, hear live music, or enjoy a classic burger and beer. But Corujo says it’s time for a new chapter. “The reason why I’m closing is due to limited parking,” said Corujo, who also owns the Wayne Ale House, known for its massive pizzas. “I’m unable to run the bar/restaurant the way I would like.” Corujo took over ownership in 2006. Prior to that, the place was …
Dating App Trap: Teens Robbed In Late-Night Clifton Set-Up, Cops Say Dating App Trap: Teens Robbed In Late-Night Clifton Set-Up, Cops Say
Dating App Trap: Teens Robbed In Late-Night Clifton Set-Up, Cops Say Two teens thought they were going on a date. Instead, they walked into an armed robbery, police in Clifton said. The incident happened around 1:20 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, when Clifton Police responded to Harrington Road for a reported armed robbery, Lt. Robert Anderson said. The 18-year-old male victims had connected with a woman through a dating app and were invited to meet her in the neighborhood, Anderson said. When they arrived, Luis Mena, 24, of Clifton, and Nevaeh Steve, 18, of Asbury Park, apparently approached their vehicle. Mena got into the car while Steve waited outside, And…
Man Stabs Victim, Threatens Others With Knife At Clifton Pool Hall, Police Say Man Stabs Victim, Threatens Others With Knife At Clifton Pool Hall, Police Say
Man Stabs Victim, Threatens Others With Knife At Clifton Pool Hall, Police Say A Paterson man was arrested after police say he stabbed one person and threatened others with a knife during a violent outburst at a Clifton pool hall. David Jackson, 45, was taken into custody after fleeing from police early Saturday, March 29 around 2:11 a.m., according to Clifton Police Lt. Robert Anderson. Officers were dispatched to Clifton Billiards on Main Avenue after a 911 call reported a man with a knife inside the business. Officers Nicholas Freites and Anderson Ferreira located a man matching the suspect’s description walking on Getty Avenue near Burgh Avenue, police said. When…
Software Engineer Points Gun, Pulls Trigger During Dispute In Clifton: Police Software Engineer Points Gun, Pulls Trigger During Dispute In Clifton: Police
Software Engineer Points Gun, Pulls Trigger During Dispute In Clifton: Police A Clifton man was arrested after police say he pointed a gun at another man’s head and pulled the trigger during a late-night argument — though the weapon was not loaded. Michael Estwanick, 32 — whose social media profiles indicate he works as a software engineer for Amazon — was taken into custody around 10:15 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, after officers responded to a reported dispute in the Richfield neighborhood, according to Clifton Police Lt. Robert Anderson. Investigators say a 46-year-old male acquaintance had arrived at Estwanick’s home when the two got into an argument. While the ma…
Screaming Teen Found By Cops Had Been Sexually Assaulted By DUI Driver: Prosecutor Screaming Teen Found By Cops Had Been Sexually Assaulted By DUI Driver: Prosecutor
Screaming Teen Found By Cops Had Been Sexually Assaulted By DUI Driver: Prosecutor Chilling screams led officers to a juvenile in a vehicle who they say had been sexually assaulted by the DUI driver Thursday, March 27 in Bergen County. As a result, Union City resident Elmer Barranco has been charged with second-degree sexual assault, third-degree endangering the welfare of a child, fourth-degree criminal sexual contact, and various motor vehicle violations including DUI and open container, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said.  The scene unfolded at Ramapo Valley Road and East Oak Street in Oakland, where police officers found the child, between ages 13 and 16,…
Services For 'Dunkin Queen' Daniela Ghafour Finalized Services For 'Dunkin Queen' Daniela Ghafour Finalized
Services For 'Dunkin Queen' Daniela Ghafour Finalized The family of a 31-year-old Passaic County woman fatally stabbed earlier this month is preparing to say their final goodbyes. Memorial visitation for Daniela M. Ghafour will be held Saturday, March 29 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home on Van Houten Avenue in Clifton. Daniela, affectionately remembered by many as the “Dunkin’ Donuts Queen,” died on Sunday, March 16, her obituary on the funeral home site says. As previously reported by Daily Voice, Daniela was identified by loved ones as the victim of a stabbing in Passaic. She grew up in Clifton and worked at various Dunki…
$50K Powerball Ticket Sold In Clifton $50K Powerball Ticket Sold In Clifton
$50K Powerball Ticket Sold In Clifton A Powerball ticket good for $50,000 was sold in North Jersey. The ticket from the Saturday, March 22 drawing was purchased at the Quick Stop at 261 Clifton Ave. The winning numbers were 06, 07, 25, 46, and 57. The red Power Ball was 12 with a Powerplay of 3X.
New 'Snow White' Starring Clifton's Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Gets Mixed Reviews From Critics New 'Snow White' Starring Clifton's Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Gets Mixed Reviews From Critics
New 'Snow White' Starring Clifton's Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Gets Mixed Reviews From Critics After all the hype and controversy, the new live-action adaptation of "Snow White" seems to be "meh." Critics are mixed on the Disney movie, which has a 46% rating at Rotten Tomatoes and a 47 rating at Metacritic. The film stars Rachel Zegler, a Clifton native, as the titular heroine and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen. Zegler received praise for her performance with Variety calling her a "shining supernova," while another critic called her "incandescent," saying she sells her performance with "conviction and heart." But not all critics are on board. The BBC said "the story is cluttered, …
Video Shows Car Flying Through Intersection In Fatal 5-Car Clifton Crash Video Shows Car Flying Through Intersection In Fatal 5-Car Clifton Crash
Video Shows Car Flying Through Intersection In Fatal 5-Car Clifton Crash Brand-new footage has surfaced showing the Wednesday, March 12, five-car Clifton crash that left a 52-year-old driver dead. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @dailyvoicenewjersey The video, initially shared by Inside Clifton NJ, shows a 2021 Chevy Trailblazer flying down Getty Avenue and through the intersection at Crooks Avenue, appearing to blow a red light. The Chevy — which can be heard approaching — hits a sedan, then a pickup truck, and then the other vehicles, causing a loud bang each time.  "Holy sh—," someone can be …