The State’s case against 20-year-old Gregory Oliver has become increasingly complex, as the man accused of murdering young Paterson basketball star Armoni Sexton has now been accused of yet another murder, this one dating back to August of 2014. Oliver was first charged with homicide in connection with the fatal drive-by shooting that claimed the… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Homicide, Assault & Threat Crimes
Police Arrest Second Defendant in Paterson Drive-By Shooting Case
As a follow-up to an ongoing case involving the tragic murder of a 15-year-old Paterson basketball star, a second defendant has been charged for allegedly participating in the fatal drive-by shooting that claimed the life of young Armoni Sexton. According to officials from the Passaic County Prosecutor s Office, 20-year-old Paterson resident Hasmeek Coles is… Continue Reading
New Jersey Appellate Court Rules in Landmark Gun Case
In a precedential case involving New Jersey gun law, a state appeals court recently issued a decision which allows the State to prevent an individual who has been accused of an act of domestic violence, but never convicted, from purchasing a firearm and/or maintaining a firearm in his or her residence. This case calls into… Continue Reading
Man Arrested After Allegedly Claiming the Life of Young Paterson Basketball Star
After a tragic fatal shooting claimed the life of a 15-year-old Paterson basketball star, law enforcement officials have identified the man whom they believe is responsible. 20-year-old Gregory Oliver is now facing charges for murder (homicide), attempted murder, and weapons offenses, which may entail a life-long prison sentence if he is ultimately found guilty. 15-year-old… Continue Reading
Wounded man points cops to his killer, Paterson police say
In Paterson a woman is charged with the murder in the stabbing death of her boyfriend after the wounded man told police she attacked him, authorities said Wednesday. Police and emergency medical crews were called to a stabbing and found Johnny Holley, 56, around 10:30 p.m. Saturday bleeding on the sidewalk outside the Market Street… Continue Reading
