Passaic County Sheriff’s Officers recently arrested two men after uncovering a substantial heroin supply during a building search in Paterson, New Jersey. The defendants are now facing charges for possession of heroin with the intent to distribute as well as possession with intent to distribute near or on school property. According to Richard H. Berdnik,… Continue Reading
Man Convicted of Newark Murder Sentenced to 75-Year Prison Term
During a sentencing hearing recently held in Essex County Superior Court, a man from Irvington, New Jersey received a 75-year prison sentence in connection with a 2011 Newark homicide. According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, 27-year-old Andre Mells fired 10 shots from 2 guns when he killed 27-year-old Newark resident Idris Denmark on May… Continue Reading
Ongoing Debate Concerning NJ Bail System Reform
In an update concerning an ongoing debate among New Jersey Law makers about the current mechanisms governing the state’s bail system, a group of religious leaders recently appeared before a State Assembly Judiciary Committee requesting the approval of significant reforms. On March 10th, an affiliation of religious leaders appeared before a New Jersey Assembly Judiciary… Continue Reading
Body Found in Newark Sparks Homicide Investigation in Essex County
According to a recent announcement made by the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, detectives from the Homicide Task Force are currently conducting an investigation in connection with a dead body just discovered in Newark, New Jersey. Essex County Prosecutor Carolyn Murray made a statement to the public after police began their investigation on Saturday, March 8th… Continue Reading
Continued Controversy over Bloomfield Police Department
There is continued debate surrounding the Bloomfield Police Department, which has been under investigation by the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office in connection with a number of prior incidents of alleged police misconduct. In the most recent developments, Mayor Michael Venezia is attempting to subject the department’s Internal Affairs division to a period of suspension until… Continue Reading
