Newark NJ Homicide LawyersNewark NJ police are looking into a homicide after law enforcement discovered a man dead on a city street.

According to Newark officials, police got a call about a man lying unconscious in the 300 block of Elm Street in the Ironbound section of Newark, New Jersey. When police showed up at the scene, they came across the victim. Authorities said that the victim had sustained body trauma.

The victim was transported to a local hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead. The precise cause of the victim’s death has not been disclosed. Newark medical examiners will conduct an autopsy and then make an official determination about the cause of death.

Members of the Newark Police Department Homicide Task Force and detectives with the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office conducted a joint investigation into the suspected murder. Not long after discovering the victim’s body, police searched the area and tried to find evidence in the case.

Investigators have not yet identified a suspect or a motive for the murder.

If police do identify a suspect in the killing, it is likely that the suspect would face criminal charges for felony murder. N.J.S.A. 2C:11-3 classifies murder as a first degree felony and the most serious crime in the NJ Criminal Code. A conviction for first degree murder charges could lead to life imprisonment, with a minimum mandatory sentence of 30 years in New Jersey State Prison.

According to law enforcement, this was the 85th homicide Newark in 2015.

For additional information about this case, check out the NJ.com article entitled “Authorities Investigate 2nd Newark Homicide in as Many Days.”

Newark New Jersey Theft SuspectA Newark New Jersey man was arrested after allegedly stealing cooking oil from a Linen NJ restaurant.

According to law enforcement, a Linden patrol officer noticed the suspect trying to commit the theft around 1:00 a.m. When the police officer drove past Bella Gina’s Italian Deli and Catering, he reportedly observed the 33-year-old suspect sitting in a white Ford van. The vehicle was parked behind the restaurant.

The Linden police officer moved toward the suspect’s van and reportedly saw a half-full tank of liquid in the back of the vehicle.

The police officer also noticed another possible suspect in the theft. The suspect, who was standing near the building, bolted as soon as he saw the officer head in the direction of the van.

A subsequent search of the suspect’s vehicle reportedly led police to find a pair of orange work gloves, a hose, a pump, and a used cooking oil container.

The suspect was arrested at the scene without incident.

Linden police canvassed the surrounding area in search of the other suspect, but they could not locate him.

The main suspect was charged with attempted theft of movable property.

Law enforcement seized the suspect’s van.

After being placed under arrest and charged, the suspect was remanded to the Union County Jail. He was being held at the correctional facility in lieu of an unspecified bail amount.

For further information about this case, check out the NJ.com article entitled “Newark Man Caught Trying to Steal Cooking Oil, Linden Police Say.”

Newark NJ Manslaughter SuspectA Newark New Jersey man entered a guilty plea on reckless manslaughter charges in a case involving the shooting death of another person in 2014.

The fatal shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. on March 20, 2014 on the 200 block of South 6th Street in Newark, NJ. According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, the 25-year-old suspect shot the 28-year-old victim, who also lived in Newark, New Jersey.

A few months after the fatal shooting, the suspect reportedly led police on a high-speed pursuit that ended when the suspect crashed into a police patrol vehicle. The suspect was allegedly driving a stolen car during the chase.

The suspect was arrested and charged with several criminal offenses, including murder, robbery, kidnapping, eluding police, resisting arrest, assault by auto, and weapons offenses.

The suspect recently made an appearance in Essex County Superior Court in Newark NJ and pleaded guilty to charges of reckless manslaughter. In exchange for the suspect’s plea of guilty, Essex County NJ prosecutors agreed to downgrade the murder charge to a less serious charge of manslaughter. Additionally, prosecutors agreed to dismiss the other criminal charges against the suspect.
The terms of the plea agreement call for Essex County NJ prosecutors to recommend a sentence of 7 years in NJ State Prison. The suspect would be ineligible to be released on parole until after he has served at least 6 years in state prison.
The suspect will need to return to Essex County Superior Court in January 2016 so that his official sentence can be handed down.

For additional information about this case, view the NJ.com article entitled “Man Admits to Killing Before Allegedly Crashing into Police Car During Chase.”

Newark Illegal Handgun Possession LawyersNewark New Jersey police recently apprehended a man who allegedly had a loaded handgun while walking on a city street.

According to law enforcement, the Newark Police Department got an anonymous tip about a man illegally in possession of a weapon. Members of the Newark Violence Reduction Initiative staked out a local store near Norfolk Street and New Street and waited for the suspect. The law enforcement agency includes members of the New Jersey State Police, NJ State Parole, Essex County Sheriff’s Department, Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, and the FBI.

While conducting surveillance, Essex County detectives reportedly observed the 26-year-old suspect walking on the street and removing a handgun from his waistband.

When officers moved toward the suspect, he reportedly threw the gun to the ground and began to flee the scene on foot.

Police officers ran after the suspect and quickly caught up to him. Police placed the suspect under arrest without further incident.

Additionally, police officers allegedly recovered the weapon, a loaded a Smith & Wesson 9mm handgun.

The suspect, who lives in Newark, has been charged with illegal possession of a handgun.

If the suspect is eventually convicted of the very serious weapons offense charge, he would be subject to significant penalties. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:39-5(b), unlawful possession of a weapon such as a handgun is a second degree felony and carries a potential sentence of 5-10 years in NJ State Prison.

For further information about this case, access the NJ.com article entitled “Tip Leads to Arrest of Newark Man on Gun Charges.”

Newark NJ Auto Theft AttorneysNewark New Jersey police are looking for a man accused of stealing a car with a child still inside the vehicle.

According to officials, the suspect took a car that had been parked outside an auto dealership on the 900 block of 18th Avenue in Lower Valisburg, NJ. The theft incident occurred early in the morning.

The driver of the car left the engine running as he stepped outside to speak with someone. The owner of the vehicle also left his sleeping child inside.

A few minutes after the suspect allegedly sped off with the child, he stopped the vehicle and abandoned it along Spencer Street.

Thankfully, the child was not injured as a result of the theft incident.

Newark NJ police responded to the scene and investigated the auto theft. The Newark Police department Robbery Squad is actively investigating the theft incident.

If investigators can eventually identify and apprehend the suspect, he would likely be subject to criminal charges for auto theft and kidnapping. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:20-3, the minimum charge for the unlawful taking of an automobile is third degree auto theft. A conviction for third degree auto theft could result in a sentence of 3-5 years in NJ State Prison.

For more information about this case, go to the NJ.com article entitled “Thief Stole Car with Sleeping Child Still Inside, Newark Authorities Say.”

Linden New Jersey Armed Robbery SuspectLinden NJ police are on the lookout for a man accused of committing an armed robbery at a local store.

According to law enforcement, the suspect entered the Linden Stationary store located on West Street near Georgia Avenue and pointed a weapon at the clerk. The robbery occurred around 6:00 p.m.

The suspect reportedly entered the store and walked around for a few minutes before removing a handgun from his waistband and ordering the store worker to open the cash register.

After the worker complied, the suspect allegedly went behind the counter and grabbed an unspecified amount of cash. He then exited the store and ran away.

Linden NJ police officers were dispatched to the scene to investigate. The store worker gave police a detailed description of the suspect. The suspect is reportedly a male in his late teens or early 20s who was wearing a camouflage hooded sweatshirt and dark pants.

Linden police recently released a photograph of the suspect taken from surveillance video footage.

If the suspect is identified and captured, he would likely face severe penalties. As set forth by N.J.S.A. 2C:15-1, a theft offense carried out by someone armed with a deadly weapon like a handgun can be classified as a first degree crime. A conviction on first degree armed robbery charges could lead to a sentence of 10-20 years in New Jersey State Prison.

Anyone who has information about the armed robbery or the suspect should get in touch with Linden detectives at 908-474-8542.

To learn more about this case, check out the NJ.com article entitled “Have You Seen This Man? Police Searching for Gunman Who Robbed Linden Store.”

Newark NJ Crack Cocaine Possession ChargesNewark New Jersey police recently busted an accused gang member who allegedly sold drugs in the city.

According to authorities, undercover officers with the Essex County Sheriff’s Office saw the 30-year-old suspect in engaged in a drug transaction in the vicinity of Weequahic Avenue and Clinton Place in Newark, NJ. The police officers were at the scene because the Newark Police Department had received numerous complaints about open-air drug deals in the area.

Newark police allegedly observed the suspect put a black plastic bag in the bushes near the roadway. Not long after that, a 34-year-old man pulled up, talked to the suspect, and then took drugs from the plastic bag. He then allegedly handed the suspect an unspecified amount of money.

Police officers later searched the bushes and reportedly found 305 glassine envelopes of heroin, 146 bags of crack cocaine, and 22 bags of marijuana. According to law enforcement, the drugs have an estimated street value of roughly $5,000.

The suspect, who is from Irvington NJ, is allegedly a Crips gang member. She was charged with distribution of heroin, distribution of crack cocaine, and distribution of marijuana.

After being placed under arrest and charged, the suspect was transported to the Essex County Jail in Newark, New Jersey. She later managed to secure her release from jail by posting a cash bond of $200K.

To learn more about this case, check out the NJ.com article entitled “Alleged Gang Member Caught Dealing Crack, Heroin, Authorities Say.”

Newark New Jersey Handgun AttorneysPolice recently arrested two men on weapons charges during a routine traffic stop in the Newark’s South Ward.

Members of the Newark Firearms Interdiction Team were on patrol in the area of Fabyan Place and Beverly Street, near the New Jersey Institute of Technology, when they allegedly saw a car run through a red light.

According to law enforcement, the driver of the vehicle then made an illegal U-turn and changed directions on the street. Newark police officers pulled over the car and approached the vehicle.

When police moved toward the vehicle and shined a flashlight inside, they reportedly spotted a handgun lying on the floor of the car. Police later conducted a search of the vehicle and allegedly seized a loaded .45-caliber handgun.

The two suspects were placed under arrest a short time later. They have been charged with multiple weapons offenses, including illegal possession of a handgun.

The Newark NJ police director offered praise for the officers who made the arrests. He said that they had done a great job in keeping the community safe and effecting the removal of an illegal gun from the streets.

Newark investigators have asked for the public’s help with the ongoing investigation into the recent incident. Anyone with information about the suspects should contact the Newark Police Department’s Crime Stoppers tip line at 877-NWK-TIPS or 877-NWK-GUNS.

For additional information about this case, check out the NJ.com article entitled “2 Arrested After Car Runs Red Light in Newark.”

Newark NJ Cocaine Distribution SuspectNewark NJ police recently arrested a number of men who were allegedly involved in drug transactions on city streets.

Police made the arrests in connection with different investigations conducted by the Essex County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Narcotics.

The first arrest was made early in the morning when two patrol officers observed a 46-year-old man drive a silver SUV to the corner of South 16th Street and 15th Avenue. The suspect reportedly stopped the car, met another man, and handed over an unspecified amount of money in exchange for a plastic bag. The other man got into the suspect’s SUV and drove away, while the suspect remained behind.

According to officials, the suspect “furtively scanned the location” and then examined the bag. Police officers soon moved in on the suspect and placed him under arrest. A search of the bag reportedly led police to find103 envelopes of heroin.

Newark police made two more arrests sometime later in the area of South 15th Street and 14th Avenue. Undercover officers reportedly saw two local men loitering on the street. At some point, another man walked toward the suspects and handed them cash in exchange for an item thought to be heroin.

Police placed the two suspects under arrest and allegedly found them in possession of 57 decks of heroin.

A few hours later, Newark NJ police arrested a 23-year-old man who allegedly tried to sell one envelope of heroin in the area of South 19th Street and Avon Avenue. Police also arrested the alleged buyer, who was found in possession of 44 decks of heroin.

The last arrest of the day happened a few hours later, when Newark NJ police officers saw a Newark NJ man and an Irvington NJ man conduct a drug transaction on Frelinghuysen Avenue. A search of the suspects allegedly turned up 82 plastic bags of crack cocaine.

All of the suspects in the alleged drug deals were charged with various drug distribution crimes such as distribution of heroin and distribution of cocaine.

After being placed under arrest and processed, the suspects were taken to the Essex County Jail. The suspects were being held at the correctional facility on bail amounts ranging from $30,000 to $75,000.

For additional information about this case, view the NJ.com article entitled “Essex Sheriff’s Officers Nab 6 for Selling Crack, Heroin in Newark.”

Essex County NJ Bank Robbery SuspectUnion Township NJ police recently arrested a man who allegedly robbed three banks in Union NJ and two other banks in Essex County, New Jersey.

According to law enforcement, the 59-year-old suspect committed three robberies at two banks located in Union Township, including the Connect One Bank and the Santander Bank on Chestnut Street.

Union Township police and the FBI worked together to investigate the thefts and identified the suspect as the robber.

Union police detectives searched for the suspect and eventually got a tip that he was staying at the Airport Hotel Inn, a motel located on Spring Street in Elizabeth, NJ. Police officers went to the motel and reportedly found the suspect hiding inside a bathroom in one of the rooms.

Police placed the suspect under arrest without further incident.

Union Township police also apprehended another man in the suspect’s motel room. According to authorities, the other man resides in East Orange, New Jersey.

The main suspect was charged with three counts of bank robbery in Union. He may face additional charges for the bank robberies in Essex County, NJ.

The other man was charged with obstruction of justice. Authorities do not believe that he had anything to do with the bank robberies.

After being placed under arrest and charged, the robbery suspect was transported to the Union County Jail.

Local law enforcement is still investigating the robberies. Anyone with information about the suspect or the robberies should contact Union police detectives at 908-851-5030.

For additional information about this case, read the NJ.com article entitled “Serial Bank Robber Found Hiding in Motel Bathroom, Union Police Say.”