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Pittsgrove Township Man Drove Drunk In Crash That Killed Millville Pedestrian, Police Say Pittsgrove Township Man Drove Drunk In Crash That Killed Millville Pedestrian, Police Say
Pittsgrove Township Man Drove Drunk In Crash That Killed Millville Pedestrian, Police Say A Pittsgrove Township man was accused of driving while drunk and killing a Millville man crossing a street, authorities said. Robert Johnson of Norma was charged with death by auto and driving while intoxicated, the Millville Police Department said in a news release.  Johnson, 61, was arrested in the crash that killed 44-year-old Shane McManamy on Wednesday, Sept. 4. Officers responded to the pedestrian crash on the 500 block of Route 49 (West Main Street) at around 9:13 p.m. Investigators said Johnson was driving east on West Main Street in a 2016 GMC Terrain…
South Jersey Man Gets Prison Time For Rite Aid Robbery: Prosecutor South Jersey Man Gets Prison Time For Rite Aid Robbery: Prosecutor
South Jersey Man Gets Prison Time For Rite Aid Robbery: Prosecutor A 54-year-old man from Burlington County has been sentenced to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison for the robbery of a Rite Aid store in Cumberland County, authorities said. Rodney Green, of Willingboro, was sentenced for robbery on Tuesday, Dec. 5, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. He must serve over 12 1⁄2 years before being eligible for parole, she said. The robbery occurred on Sept. 29, 2020, at Rite Aid on 907 North High Street in Millville. Green entered the store, demanded money from the cashier, and threatened to kill her and everyone el…
Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Cumberland County: Prosecutor
Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Cumberland County: Prosecutor A 25-year-old Vineland woman was shot and killed, authorities said. In the early morning hours of Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, Shanelle Stewart of Vineland was found dead inside a vehicle in the 2000 block of Wheaton Avenue, Millville having succumbed to her injuries, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Alex Blocker, 34, of Bridgeton, was arrested by members of the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office and Millville Police Department. Blocker has been charged with murder and weapons offenses, the prosecutor said. The investigation is ongoing.  Anyone …
Suspect Arrested In Fatal South Jersey Shooting: Prosecutor Suspect Arrested In Fatal South Jersey Shooting: Prosecutor
Suspect Arrested In Fatal South Jersey Shooting: Prosecutor A 50-year-old man from South Jersey has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting last month, authorities said. Marlon D. Thompson of Millville was arrested without incident in Roselle by members of the US Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Fugitive Task Force and Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday, Aug. 15, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennier Webb-McRae. Thompson was charged with murder and weapons offenses, she said. On July 25, at 4:44 p.m., 40-year-old Salmadine Johnson of Millville was located deceased in the 600 block of High Stree…
Grand Slam! Police Car Smashed By South Jersey Teen's Baseball Blast Grand Slam! Police Car Smashed By South Jersey Teen's Baseball Blast
Grand Slam! Police Car Smashed By South Jersey Teen's Baseball Blast A police car was damaged by an unlikely source last month in South Jersey. A grand slam hit by 13-year-old Sol Elmer, of the South Jersey Bulls. Sol Elmer poses with police after his home run ball damaged a police car.Millville Police Department The Woodlawn player's ball ended up going right into a patrol vehicle, causing some damage, Millville Police said.  Police, who admitted they usually aren't thrilled when their vehicles are damaged, praised Elmer for his big bomb and said they wish him nothing but success. "All we ask is to hit any future home runs in Millville more towards ce…
Man, 40, Stabbed Dead In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Man, 40, Stabbed Dead In Cumberland County: Prosecutor
Man, 40, Stabbed Dead In Cumberland County: Prosecutor A 40-year-old man was stabbed to death ni Cumberland County, authorities said. On Tuesday, July 25, at 4:44 p.m., Millville police responded to the 600 block of High Street, Millville for a report of shots fired, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Police found the victim, Salmadine Johnson, of the 600 block of Buck Street, dead from an apparent stabbing wound, the prosecutor said. The investigation is ongoing and there is no known threat to the public at this time, she said. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective John Harris of the Mi…
Witness On Bicycle Sought In Cumberland County Shooting (VIDEO) Witness On Bicycle Sought In Cumberland County Shooting (VIDEO)
Witness On Bicycle Sought In Cumberland County Shooting (Video) Authorities in Cumberland County are seeking help from a witness to a multi-gun shooting, they said. The shooting occurred on July 22, 2021, in Millville and left Anthony Thomas dead, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Security camera footage shows a bicyclist passing by just before the shooting near 3rd and Vine streets, the prosecutor said. Authorities seek help from this bicyclist (circled) who may have witnessed a shooting in Millville on July 22, 2021.Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office Anyone that may have information that could assist with this inve…
14-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Cumberland County 14-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Cumberland County
14-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Cumberland County A 14-year-old boy was shot and killed in Cumberland County, authorities said. On Monday, July 10, at approximately 10:20 p.m.,  Millville police responded to City Park Drive for reports of a young male suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. The victim was transported to Inspira Hospital and pronounced dead. The investigation is ongoing.  There is no known threat to the public, the prosecutor said. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Emilio Santiago of the Millville Police Department at 856- …
Murder For Man Accused Of Strangling Woman, 25, In South Jersey Home Murder For Man Accused Of Strangling Woman, 25, In South Jersey Home
Murder For Man Accused Of Strangling Woman, 25, In South Jersey Home A 24-year-old man has been charged in the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old woman Monday, July 3 in Cumberland County, authorities said. Steven Gonzalez has been charged with first-degree murder and second-degree aggravated assault, following the strangulation on Monday, July 3, Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McCrae said. Members of the Millville Police Department found the victim dead on the 200 block of Riverside Drive, police said. The woman, whose name was not released, died of strangulation, according to results from the autopsy. The death is being investigated as an act of domestic viol…
Cumberland County Man Arrested In Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor Cumberland County Man Arrested In Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor
Cumberland County Man Arrested In Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor An 18-year-old man from Vineland has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting. Emmanuel B. Doivilus was arrested on Wednesday, June 14 with assistance from U.S. marshals, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Doivilus was charged with first-degree murder and weapons offenses in the death of Mark Hoffman, 20, Webb-McRae said. Hoffman was shot inside a vehicle at Rieck Avenue Elementary School in Millville on Monday, June 12, the prosecutor said. He was additionally charged with aggravated assault and theft, she said. The investigation is ongoing. An…
Fatal Shooting Investigated In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Fatal Shooting Investigated In Cumberland County: Prosecutor
Fatal Shooting Investigated In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting involving a 20-year-old victim. On Monday, June 12, at approximately 5 a.m., Millville police responded to the Rieck Avenue Elementary School in the 300 block of Rieck Avenue for an unresponsive male inside of a vehicle.  Police found the victim, Mark Hoffman, of Newcombtown Road, Millville, dead from an apparent gunshot wound, according to the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office. The investigation is ongoing and there is no known threat to the public at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detecti…
Police Car Crashes In Cumberland County Police Car Crashes In Cumberland County
Police Car Crashes In Cumberland County A patrol car crashed in Millville, authorities said. The police car had its lights and siren on when it collided with another car, Millville Police Chief Ross Hoffman said. Both drivers suffered minor injuries in the Monday, April 24 crash, Hoffman said. The crash occurred around 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Second and Main streets, he said. Both drivers were taken to Inspira Medical Center Vineland.  The crash remains under investigation and no tickets had been issued as of Thursday, April 27, the chief said.
Pair Arrested In Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Pair Arrested In Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County: Prosecutor
Pair Arrested In Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Two men have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Millville last month, authorities said. Maurice L. Jones, 30, of Vineland and Edwin I. Torres, 31, of Philadelphia, were charged with conspiracy to commit murder and weapons offenses, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. On Feb. 17, Millville police responded to 4 th and E Street for reports of shots fired. Police found Lamont O. Jones Jr., 34, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest. He was pronounced dead shortly thereafter at Cooper Hospital, the prosecutor said. …
SEEN HIM? Police Seek Suspect In Fatal South Jersey Shooting SEEN HIM? Police Seek Suspect In Fatal South Jersey Shooting
Seen HIM? Police Seek Suspect In Fatal South Jersey Shooting Bridgeton Police and Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of a 36-year-old Bridgeton man early Saturday morning at the Maple Gardens Apartment complex off of South East Avenue. As a result of that investigation, criminal warrants have been issued for Ryan A. Askins, 29, last known address of Fayette Street in the city, for murder and weapons offenses, and Desmond L. Bethel, 29, of Cohansey Street for weapons offenses, according to Bridgeton Police Chief Michael Gaimari. An additional charge of eluding police was also signed against Askins by…
South Jersey Man Charged In Carjacking, Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor South Jersey Man Charged In Carjacking, Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor
South Jersey Man Charged In Carjacking, Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor A 32-year-old man from Pleasantville man has been charged in connection to the fatal shooting, authorities said. Jermaine Wharton, 32, is charged with first-degree murder, first-degree carjacking and weapons offenses, according to Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Cary Shill.  On Monday at the Atlantic County Justice Facility, where Wharton is in custody on an unrelated matter, he was charged with the above offenses. On Nov. 13, 2021, at 9:19 a.m., Pleasantville police received a Shot Spotter alert and 911 call in reference to a shooting at 914 N. Main St., Shill said. Police fo…
US Marshals Nab Fugitive In Fatal South Jersey Shooting US Marshals Nab Fugitive In Fatal South Jersey Shooting
US Marshals Nab Fugitive In Fatal South Jersey Shooting U.S. Marshals helped arrested a 29-year-old fugitive in a fatal shooting in South Jersey. Brandon Dennis of Vineland was captured on Friday in connection with the Oct. 23 death of Patrick Trotter of Penns Grove, according to the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office.  Dennis was charged with murder, burglary and several other offenses, said Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. On Oct. 23, the Millville Police Department – Criminal Investigations Division and the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office – Major Crimes Unit investigated the shooting death of Trotter …
NJ Fugitive Wanted For Murder Tried Concealing Body In Mowed Grass, Report Says NJ Fugitive Wanted For Murder Tried Concealing Body In Mowed Grass, Report Says
NJ Fugitive Wanted For Murder Tried Concealing Body In Mowed Grass, Report Says An accused South Jersey killer wanted by police tried to hide the victim's body in grass clippings after the attack, authorities and court documents show. Brandon Dennis, 29, of Vineland, is wanted on numerous charges including murder, desecration, aggravated assault, terrorist threats and several weapons offenses, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Dennis broke into a home on West Main Street in Millville and got into a fight with Patrick Trotter, 32, of Penns Grove, NJ Advance Media reports citing police papers. Dennis apparently shot Trotter before trying to …
Fugitive Sought In Fatal South Jersey Shooting, Alleged Desecration, Prosecutor Says Fugitive Sought In Fatal South Jersey Shooting, Alleged Desecration, Prosecutor Says
Fugitive Sought In Fatal South Jersey Shooting, Alleged Desecration, Prosecutor Says Authorities seek the public's help locating a 29-year-old fugitive wanted in the fatal shooting of a South Jersey man. Brandon Dennis of Southeast Boulevard in Vineland is wanted on numerous charges including murder, desecration, aggravated assault, terrorist threats and several weapons offenses, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. On Saturday, Millville police and the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office investigated the shooting death of Patrick Trotter, 32, of Penns Grove, on the 500 block of West Main Street in the City of Millville, the prosecutor …
South Jersey Man Who Climbed Through Neighbors' Bedroom Window Apprehended, Prosecutor Says South Jersey Man Who Climbed Through Neighbors' Bedroom Window Apprehended, Prosecutor Says
South Jersey Man Who Climbed Through Neighbors' Bedroom Window Apprehended, Prosecutor Says A 44-year-old man who climbed through his elderly neighbors' window and demanded their car keys in the middle of the night has been apprehended, authorities said. Rhys Lershe broke into the couple's Winstead Drive home in Westampton through a bedroom window and demanded the keys to their 2014 black Kia Optima around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina said. Rhys Lershe stole his elderly neighbors' 2014 black Kia Optima, authorities said.Izmo cars/Burlington County Prosecutor's Office Lershe assaulted the couple before leaving in the car, Coffina said alongsi…