Newark NJ Robbery ChargesNewark New Jersey police officers recently arrested two local men who allegedly committed an armed robbery on a city street.

The theft crime occurred around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday near the intersection of South 16th Street and 15th Avenue in Newark’s West Ward. According to law enforcement, the suspects approached the victim, threatened him with a handgun, and stole an unspecified amount of cash.

Afterwards, the suspects allegedly fled the scene on foot. However, they were reportedly spotted by two Newark patrol officers. The Newark NJ cops quickly captured the suspects.

The victim is a 61-year-old man from Newark, New Jersey. Fortunately, he was not injured during the violent incident.

Anthony Ambrose, the Newark public safety Director, issued a statement on the recent arrest and said that Newark police officers found one of the suspects carrying a loaded .40-caliber handgun. Authorities have not yet indicated if this was the weapon used to commit the armed robbery in the West Ward.

Both suspects are 24 years old and live in Newark, New Jersey. They face multiple charges, including armed robbery and conspiracy. One of the suspects also faces criminal charges for illegal possession of a handgun and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.

For more information about this case, read the NJ.com article, “Man Caught with Gun After Newark Robbery, Police Say.”

Newark Handgun Possession LawyersNewark NJ police officers recently arrested a local man accused of carrying a handgun while walking on a city street.

The suspect, a 20-year-old resident of Newark, NJ, was arrested a short time just after 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

According to authorities, two Newark NJ cops were on patrol near the intersection of South 6th Street and Springfield Avenue in Newark NJ when they saw the suspect acting suspiciously and holding a firearm.

The Newark police officers started to approach the suspect, which reportedly prompted the suspect to make a run for it. The suspect did not get very far, with the cops quickly catching up to him and placing him under arrest.

While searching the suspect, Newark NJ police officers allegedly discovered a .380-caliber handgun.

The suspect has been charged with multiple crimes, including unlawful possession of a weapon and resisting arrest. If the suspect is ultimately convicted of resisting arrest, he would face severe penalties. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:29-2, a person who resists arrests by fleeing from an arresting officer can be charged with a fourth degree felony.

To learn more about this case, view the NJ.com article, “Newark Man Arrested for Weapons Possession.”

Bloomfield Handgun Possession ChargesA Bloomfield NJ man was recently arrested and charged with weapons offenses and drug offenses after being pulled over in Kearny, New Jersey.

The suspect, a 25-year-old resident of Bloomfield, was reportedly spotted driving on a Kearny road with a broken taillight. A Kearny patrol officer then stopped the suspect for the traffic violation.

While speaking to the suspect, the Kearny NJ police officer reportedly detected an odor of pot coming from the vehicle.

When police later searched the suspect’s car, they allegedly found a small quantity of marijuana and oxycodone pills without a valid prescription. Police also reportedly discovered a gun on the backseat.

The suspect was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Kearny police station.

The suspect now faces multiple drug crime charges, including simple possession of marijuana, illegal possession of oxycodone pills, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Additionally, the suspect faces weapons offense charges for illegal possession of a handgun and a certain persons offense for being a convicted felon unlawfully carrying a firearm.

According to law enforcement, the suspect was barred from owning or carrying a firearm because he has a prior criminal history that includes a conviction for aggravated assault.

For more information about this case, view the NJ.com article, “Bloomfield Man Facing Gun, Drug Charges After Kearny Traffic Stop.”

South Orange Burglary SuspectSouth Orange NJ police are trying to find a man who allegedly burglarized a local home and assaulted someone.

The burglary occurred around 10:15 a.m. According to law enforcement, the suspect broke into a residence on Ward Place in South Orange, New Jersey. The resident of the home heard noises coming from upstairs and subsequently went to investigate.

When the victim confronted the suspect, the suspect reportedly responded by attacking her. The suspect allegedly punched the victim and then ran out of the house.

By the time South Orange cops arrived at the scene, the suspect was long gone. Detectives investigated the break-in and determined that the suspect got inside the home through a rear sliding door.

If South Orange detectives can identify and arrest the suspect, he would probably be charged with crimes that include burglary, theft of movable property, and aggravated assault.

Anyone with information about the break-in or the suspect should contact South Orange NJ detectives at 973-763-3000.

For more information about this case, read the NJ.com article, “Cops Seek Man Who Attacked Resident in South Orange Home Burglary.”

Orange NJ Criminal Law FirmAn Orange New Jersey man faces criminal charges for allegedly murdering three women in 2016 and also trying to murder another woman.

The suspect, a 20-year-old resident of Orange, NJ, allegedly committed the homicides in September, October, and November, 2016.

The murder victims were from Newark, Montclair, and Philly.

The first homicide victim was a 19-year-old female from Philadelphia, PA. After the suspect allegedly killed her, he reportedly moved her body to a house in Orange New Jersey and started a fire.

One victim, a 34-year-old Elizabeth woman, managed to survive after allegedly being assaulted by the suspect.

Cops were eventually able to locate and arrest the suspect at his residence in Orange, NJ. He was charged with numerous crimes, including first degree murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, aggravated sexual assault, aggravated arson, and desecration of human remains.

Now the suspect might have to stand trial in Essex County Superior Court in Newark after being indicted by a grand jury.

For additional information about this case, see the NorthJersey.com article, “Orange Man Indicted in 3 Killings, 1 Attempt.”

East Orange NJ Sex Crime AttorneysA Roselle NJ man who used to teach gym and coach wrestling in East Orange has been charged with possession of child pornography.

The suspect, a 39-year-old Roselle resident, worked at Costley Middle School in East Orange and East Orange Campus High School as both a wrestling coach and a physical education teacher.

In 2015, police placed the suspect under arrest. The arrest came at the end of an investigation into allegations that he used the Internet to upload sexual images of juveniles. According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, the suspect accessed a computer at East Orange Campus High School and distributed the images of child pornography.

Moreover, police searched the suspect’s home in Roselle NJ and reportedly discovered “a major indoor marijuana growing operation.”

The suspect was charged with multiple crimes, including possession of child pornography and marijuana production, distribution, and possession.

Now the suspect may be headed to trial in Essex County Superior Court after a grand jury indicted him on the criminal charges.

For more information about this case, access the NJ.com article, “Former N.J. Gym Teacher Indicted on Child Porn, Drug Charges.”

Newark Robbery SuspectPolice in Newark New Jersey are searching for a man who allegedly committed multiple robberies in the city and then escaped from police custody.

The suspect, a 19-year-old resident of Newark, NJ, was being transported by police in Trenton New Jersey when he was able to free himself from his restraints and get away from law enforcement.

Afterwards, Trenton NJ police searched the surrounding area for the suspect but could not find him.

The Trenton Police Department and the Newark Police Department later issued bulletins about the suspect and warned the public to be on the lookout for him.

If law enforcement can eventually locate and arrest the suspect, he would likely face criminal charges for robbery, theft, and escape from official detention.

Any members of the public with information about the suspect should contact the Newark Police CrimeStoppers tip line at 877-NWK-TIPS or 877-NWK-GUNS.

To learn more about this case, check out the NJ.com article, “Escapee Suspected in Newark Robberies, Authorities Say.”

Newark NJ Handgun ChargesNewark law enforcement is searching for a man accused of using a handgun to threaten a person inside a store.

The violent altercation happened just after 10:00 p.m. at the 2-4 Supermarket, which is located on Central Avenue in Newark’s Central Ward. According to authorities, the suspect was inside the grocery store when he got into a heated argument with the victim.

The verbal argument turned violent at some point, with the suspect reportedly flashing a gun and pointing it in the direction of the victim. Additionally, the suspect allegedly threatened the victim with the firearm.

Fortunately, no one was hurt during the violent incident.

However, police were unable to arrest the suspect because he left the store and was gone by the time Newark NJ cops arrived at the scene.

Newark Public Safety Director Anthony Ambrose later issued a statement about the situation and said that that Newark detectives got store surveillance video showing the suspect as he committed the violent threat crime.

If police are eventually able to identify and arrest the suspect, he would probably be charged with aggravated assault. Additionally, could also be charged with weapons offenses such as illegal handgun possession and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.

For more information about this case, see the NJ.com article, “Police Search for Man Who Pointed Gun in Newark Store.”

Fairfield NJ Drug Crime SuspectFairfield New Jersey law enforcement recently arrested a Hoboken man who allegedly attempted to sell heroin over the Internet.

The suspect, a 51-year-old resident of Hoboken NJ, reportedly went online and posted an advertisement on the Craigslist website. According to authorities, the Craigslist ad listed a small amount of heroin for sale for $60.

Fairfield Police Department detectives found out about the Craigslist ad and conducted an undercover sting operation with Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) task force members. A Fairfield detective got in touch with the suspect and allegedly arranged to buy 50 glassine envelopes of heroin.

According to law enforcement officials, the suspect later showed up at a location in Fairfield NJ with the intention of selling the heroin. Detectives arrested the suspect and searched his car. While searching the suspect’s automobile, police allegedly discovered 61 glassine envelopes of heroin.

The suspect now faces charges for multiple drug offenses, including possession with intent to distribute heroin.

For additional information about this case, access the NJ.com article, “N.J. Man Allegedly Advertised Heroin for Sale on Craigslist.”

Newark Airport Drug Crime ChargesA Towaco NJ woman was recently arrested at Newark Liberty International Airport after customs officials reportedly discovered her carrying prescription medication without a prescription.

The suspect, a 22-year-old woman who lives in Towaco in Morris County, arrived at the Newark Airport around 3:20 p.m. on Wednesday. Her international flight reportedly came from Paris, France.

Shortly after stepping off the plane, the suspect tried to walk through a customs checkpoint with her carry-on luggage. However, US customs officials allegedly found her in possession of a large amount of codeine. According to authorities, the suspect had 90 codeine pills in her bags.

When customs officials asked the suspect to show them her prescription for the cough medication, she allegedly failed to provide the necessary prescription.

Port Authority police officers later arrived at the scene and arrested the suspect. She now faces very serious drug offense charges for illegal possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS). A drug crime conviction could expose the suspect to significant penalties, including a lengthy term of incarceration in New Jersey State Prison.

For additional information about this case, check out the NorthJersey.com article, “Police: Towaco Woman Arrested at Newark Airport with Codeine.”