Last month, a 19-year-old Clifton man was stabbed on Mahar Avenue. According to Clifton police, the victim was stabbed multiple times. After the attack, he was rushed to St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center with serious injuries. The attack occurred near the Clifton Fire Department’s sub-station on Mahar Avenue. In New Jersey, aggravated assault is governed… Continue Reading
Essex County Jail in Newark NJ Receives Accreditation from the American Correctional Association
The Essex County Jail in Newark NJ has received accreditation from the American Correctional Association (ACA). According to county officials, the Essex County Correctional Facility received a three-year ACA accreditation after scoring a 95 percent compliance rating on an audit. The audit involved an extremely rigorous inspection process. It consisted of 59 mandatory and 300… Continue Reading
East Orange Police Seize $300K in Heroin, Cocaine, and Marijuana in Takedown of Gangs and Drug Distribution Network
East Orange Police dismantled a major drug network operated by allied factions of the Crips street gang. According to authorities, the 23-month investigation by East Orange Police resulted in 23 arrests and the seizure of nearly $300,000.00 in drugs. The impressive takedown was part of an operation dubbed “Operation Code Blue.” According to a department… Continue Reading
Newark NJ Police Looking for Suspect in Fatal Shooting
Newark police and Essex County prosecutors are seeking the public’s assistance in finding a suspect in the fatal shooting of a Newark Liberty International Airport worker in February. According to authorities, the 26-year-old victim was waiting for a bus home at the corner of Broad Street and Camp Street in Newark on February 26 when… Continue Reading
Wanaque NJ Man Who Allegedly Took Girl from Rhode Island to New Jersey for Sex Pleads Not Guilty to Charges That He Engaged in Criminal Sexual Activity
Last month, a 27-year-old Wanaque man pleaded not guilty to charges that he took a 13-year-old girl from Rhode Island to New Jersey for sex. A federal grand jury indicted Daniel Berger on a charge of transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. According to authorities, Mr. Berger communicated with… Continue Reading
