Newark New Jersey Murder SuspectA Newark New Jersey man recently pleaded guilty to charges of murdering a Jersey City woman.

The suspect, and three other men, allegedly committed the homicide on June 19, 2012. Prior to murdering the 29-year-old victim, the suspect and his alleged accomplices abducted her as she walked along a street in Jersey City, NJ. During the kidnapping, at least one of the men reportedly had a handgun.

After snatching the victim, the suspect and his accomplices allegedly put her in a vehicle and drove to Newark, NJ.

Law enforcement later found the victim’s body in a vacant townhouse in Newark. The victim died due to several gunshot wounds.

The suspect is a 27-year-old man from Newark, New Jersey. He was arrested and charged with multiple crimes, including first degree murder and kidnapping. He eventually worked out a plea agreement with Essex County NJ prosecutors. Under the terms of the plea deal, the suspect will probably avoid being sentenced to life in New Jersey State Prison.

At this time, prosecutors have yet to reveal what the suspect’s motive for the kidnapping and murder might have been.

The three other suspects in the homicide case also face criminal charges for murder. One of the other suspects, a 28-year-old man from Irvington NJ, pleaded guilty in October 2014 and is still awaiting official sentencing. (There have been several delays in the case.)

The other two homicide suspects, a 41-year-old Newark NJ male and a 40-year-old Hillside male, are expected to stand trial later this year in Essex County Superior Court.

For further information about this case, access the NJ.com article, “Suspect Admits Role in Kidnapping, Killing of Jersey City Mother of 5.”

Newark NJ Armed Robbery LawyersNewark New Jersey police have asked for help from the public as they try to find the suspects accused of committing an armed robbery at a local grocery store.

The theft incident occurred around 2:00 p.m. at a store on the 100 block of Sherman Avenue in Newark, NJ. According to Newark law enforcement, the suspects walked into the grocery store and held up store employees at gunpoint.

After getting an undisclosed amount of money, the suspects quickly exited the building and fled the scene on foot.

The Newark Police Department got a 911 call and dispatched officers to the scene of the robbery, but the suspects were already long gone by time cops got to the store.

Newark NJ police recently released video surveillance footage of the suspects committing the armed robbery. The images reportedly show at least one suspect holding a firearm during the theft incident.

At this point, Newark investigators have not caught the break they need in the investigation. They are hoping that members of the public will see the surveillance images and recognize one of the suspects.

Newark Public Safety Director Anthony Ambrose has asked that anyone who knows anything about the suspects or the robbery get in touch with authorities.

If Newark investigators can eventually determine the identities of the suspects, it is likely that the culprits would be charged with armed robbery. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:15-1, a person who uses a deadly weapon like a handgun or knife during the commission of a theft can be charged with a first degree felony. A conviction on first degree armed robbery charges could lead to a sentence of 10-20 years in NJ State Prison.

To learn more about this case, view the NJ.com article, “Newark Police Seek Suspects in Gunpoint Store Robbery.”

Newark NJ Aggravated Assault LawyersNewark NJ police are looking into the shooting of a woman that caused serious personal injuries.

The non-fatal shooting happened around 4:00 p.m. According to authorities, the victim was walking along the 100 block of Ridge Street when someone drove by her in car and fired multiple gunshots.

The Newark Police Department got a report of gunshots being fired and immediately sent police officers to the area. When Newark NJ police arrived at the scene of the shooting, they found the victim lying on the pavement and suffering from a gunshot-related injury.

The 47-year-old victim resides in Newark, New Jersey. Emergency medical responders treated her at the scene before taking her to Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. After doctors at the Belleville hospital treated the victim for a gunshot wound, she was listed in stable condition. Her injuries are not considered life threatening.

Meanwhile, Newark New Jersey cops arrested two suspects near the scene of the non-fatal shooting. Two men were allegedly spotted attempting to flee the area in a motor vehicle. Somewhere along Grafton Avenue, the suspects reportedly crashed their car. They were subsequently arrested by Newark law enforcement.

The suspects, a 32-year-old male and a 25-year-old male, both live in Newark, New Jersey.

The 32-year-old Newark NJ suspect faces criminal charges for resisting arrest and obstructing the administration of law. Meanwhile, the 25-year-old suspect faces more serious charges for illegal possession of a handgun because police officers allegedly found him in possession of an unregistered firearm.

Law enforcement officials indicated that the suspects could be subject to additional criminal charges. It is possible that they will also be charged with aggravated assault in connection with the shooting.

For further information about this case, read the NJ.com article, “Two Charged in Newark Following Shooting, Crash.”

Bloomfield NJ Resisting Arrest AttorneysAll Bloomfield New Jersey police officers are going to have to wear body cameras when they are out on patrol.

A spokesperson for the Bloomfield Police Department recently announced that the police body cameras measure is intended to improve community relations. The use of body cameras by Bloomfield NJ police officers should also help to alleviate criticism of the department for allegedly engaging in racial profiling when making arrests.

A Seton Hall University study recently found that Bloomfield NJ patrol cops were conducting traffic stops on minority drivers at a disproportionate rate. Moreover, two Bloomfield cops were convicted in 2014 on charges of official misconduct because they falsified arrest records in a case.

The Bloomfield Police Department already had a pilot program for use of 10 body cameras. Now that number will increase to 22 cameras, with police officers downloading video from the cameras at the end of their shifts. This data will then be stored in a New Jersey police database.

Proponents of the new police body camera policy say that it will reduce the number of violent incidents by holding law enforcement accountable for their actions and letting suspects know that they will be recorded committing crimes such as resisting arrest or aggravated assault on a police officer.

Bloomfield Mayor Michael Venezia recently issued a statement in which he said the new body camera policy will be good because it will allow the Bloomfield Police Department to be “transparent” and “progressive.”

Venezia also said that the body cameras will “reduce the chance of negative encounters and provide evidence that can settle disputes and avoid lawsuits.”

For more information, read the NJ.com article, “After Accusations of Bias, All Bloomfield Patrol Cops to Wear a Body Camera.”

Newark NJ Heroin Possession LawyersTwo Newark NJ sanitation workers were fired after being placed under arrest and charged with heroin possession.

Newark law enforcement arrested the men on a city street around midnight. According to officials, the two suspects were caught in possession of a large quantity of heroin as they drove around Newark NJ late at night.

Newark Special Enforcement Bureau detectives allegedly observed the suspects traveling in a Dodge Charger and speeding on 15th Avenue.

Police officers stopped the vehicle and talked to the driver. While speaking with the driver and observing the passenger, law enforcement became suspicious. Newark NJ police later searched the suspects’ car and allegedly discovered a large amount of illegal narcotics: 256 decks of heroin.

The suspects, a 35-year-old Newark man and a 23-year-old Newark man, were arrested and charged with numerous drug crimes, including possession of heroin and possession of drugs in a motor vehicle.

The suspect said to be driving the motor vehicle was also issued several traffic citations, including traffic tickets for reckless driving and speeding.

Not long after the suspects were charged with the drug offenses, the Newark Department of Public Safety fired the men from their jobs as sanitation workers for the City of Newark. The suspects worked for the Newark government since April 2016.

If the suspects are eventually convicted on the heroin possession charges, they would face significant criminal penalties. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10, possession of a trace amount of heroin is considered a third degree crime, which means that a conviction could result in a sentence of 3-5 years in NJ State Prison.

For additional information about this case, go to the NJ.com article, “2 Lose Newark Sanitation Jobs after Heroin Arrest, Officials Say.”

Newark NJ Theft Offense LawyersA Newark NJ man has been charged with theft and burglary after he allegedly broke into multiple properties in Jersey City NJ and stole expensive equipment.

According to Jersey City law enforcement, the suspect committed at least three break-ins.

The first theft reportedly occurred on February 21, 2016. Authorities said that the suspect illegally entered a lot on the 600 block of Monmouth Street in Jersey City, NJ and stole a trailer generator valued at approximately $65,000.

The second theft reportedly went down on March 6, 2016. The suspect allegedly gained access to a lot located on the 700 block of Tonnelle Avenue and unlawfully took a trailer generator with a value of roughly $46,000.

The third theft incident reportedly went down on March 13. The suspect allegedly stole a trailer compressor from a lot on the 1000 block of Secaucus Road in Jersey City, New Jersey.

The suspect is a 38-year-old man who resides on Garside Street in Newark. He faces numerous criminal charges, including theft of movable property and burglary.

If the suspect is convicted on the most serious charges of theft, he would be subject to significant penalties. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:20-3, a person who unlawfully takes property valued at more than $75,000 can be charged with a second degree criminal offense. A conviction for second degree theft could lead to a punishment of 5-10 years in New Jersey State Prison, on top of heavy fines.

After being placed under arrest and charged, the suspect was remanded to the Hudson County Jail. He was being held at the jail on a $50K bail amount.

For further information about this case, read the NJ.com article, “Newark Man Charged with Stealing $130K in Heavy Equipment from Jersey City Businesses.”

Newark New Jersey Murder LawyersNewark New Jersey police are looking into the recent shooting death of a person outside a gas station.

According to Essex County NJ prosecutors, the fatal shooting occurred around 4:20 p.m. at Power Gas Station on the 400 block of West Market Street in Newark, NJ.

The Newark Police Department got a call about gunshots being fired at the gas station and sent officers to the scene. When police officers arrived in the area, they found the victim lying on the ground and having sustained a gunshot wound.

The victim was transported to nearby University Hospital so that he could receive medical treatment. Tragically, doctors at the medical facility were unable to save the victim; he was pronounced dead less than 30 minutes later.

Officials later said that the homicide victim was a 47-year-old Iselin NJ man.

The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Task Force and the Newark Police Department are working together on a joint investigation into the fatal shooting. Authorities have yet to determine the identity of the shooter or figure out a motive for the killing.

If police can eventually identify and apprehend the shooter, that person would likely be subject to criminal charges for first degree murder and various weapons offenses. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:11-3, murder is considered the most serious crime in the NJ Criminal Code. A conviction for first degree murder could result in life imprisonment, with a minimum mandatory penalty of 30 years in New Jersey State Prison.

For additional information about this case, check out the NJ.com article, “Newark Gas Station Owner ID’d as Victim in Fatal Shooting.”

Newark NJ Aggravated Assault LawyersNewark New Jersey police recently arrested a Pennsylvania man accused of firing a handgun into a car on a street in Newark, NJ.

According to law enforcement, the frightening incident went down just after 2:00 a.m. on the 500 block of South 18th Street in Newark, New Jersey. The suspect allegedly aimed a handgun into a motor vehicle and fired at least one gunshot before the car drove off.

Thankfully, nobody inside the car was injured.

Newark NJ police got a call about gunshots being heard and send police officers to the scene. When patrol officers arrived in the area, they quickly located the suspect and placed him under arrest.

Police also found several juveniles who were on Newark streets after curfew. The minors were detained and then later released into the custody of their adult guardians.

Meanwhile, the 21-year-old suspect in the shooting has been charged with several crimes, including aggravated assault, illegal possession of a handgun, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.

After being arrested and charged, the suspect was remanded to the Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark, New Jersey. He was being held at the jail in lieu of $125,000 bail.

The Newark Police Department is currently investigating the shooting incident. Anyone with information about the suspect should call the Newark Police Department Crime Stoppers tip line at 877-NWK-TIPS or 877-NWK-GUNS.

To learn more about this case, view the NJ.com article, “Pennsylvania Man Charged in Newark Shooting.”

Newark NJ Aggravated Assault AttorneysNewark New Jersey police are searching for a suspect who recently committed two shootings on a city street.

According to authorities, the shootings went down on the 100 block of West Kinney Street in Newark, NJ.

The Newark Police Department got a report of gunshots being fired and dispatched officers to the area. When Newark police officers arrived at the scene of the shooting, they found the two victims lying on the pavement.

Emergency medical responders treated the victims before taking them to University Hospital, located in Newark, where doctors provided additional medical treatment. Hospital officials later said that the victims were in stable condition and that their gunshot-related injuries were not life-threatening.

The victims are both 23 years old and residents of Newark, NJ.

Detectives with the Newark Police Department are currently investigating the violent incident. At this time, authorities have not yet determined the identity of the shooter or whether there was a motive for the shootings.

If police are able to identify and locate the shooter, the culprit would probably face criminal charges for aggravated assault and illegal handgun possession. The suspect could also face criminal charges for attempted murder, depending on the circumstances surrounding the shootings.

A conviction on aggravated assault charges could mean severe criminal penalties for the suspect. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1(b), a person who uses a deadly weapon such as a handgun or knife to commit an assault can be charged with a third degree felony. A conviction for third degree aggravated assault could potentially result in a sentence of 3-5 years in NJ State Prison.

Anyone with information about the shooting should reach out to the Newark Police Department’s Crime Stoppers tip line at 877-NWK-TIPS or 877-NWK-GUNS.

For further information about this case, see the NJ.com article, “2 Men Wounded in Newark Shooting.”

Newark NJ Drunk Driving SuspectA Newark NJ man was arrested for the second time in two weeks on drunk driving charges in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Law enforcement made the second arrest a short time after 4:00 a.m. According to authorities, the suspect was behind the wheel of a 2003 Hyundai and driving on 14th Street in Jersey City. A Port Authority patrol officer spotted the suspect’s vehicle and noticed that the car was swerving on the roadway.

The police officer trailed the suspect’s vehicle and saw that the car had a defective taillight. So the Port Authority cop pulled over the suspect’s motor vehicle near the Holland Tunnel.

While speaking with the suspect, the police officer noticed that he had red eyes and appeared to be drunk.

Additionally, the driver told the police officer that he had been arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) just two weeks earlier – by the same cop! The first DWI arrest was made on Route 1&9 in Jersey City, NJ.

This time, the Port Authority officer administered field sobriety tests, with the suspect reportedly failing the tests. As a result, the suspect was placed under arrest. He has been charged with a DWI offense.

Additionally, the suspect, a 29-year-old man who resides in Newark, was also cited for reckless driving. If the suspect is convicted of the moving violation, it could result in points on his license.

For further information about this case, view the NJ.com article, “Cop Busts Newark Man for Drunken Driving Twice in 2 Weeks, Police Say.”