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Wanted Vineland Murder Suspect Turns Himself In: Prosecutor Wanted Vineland Murder Suspect Turns Himself In: Prosecutor
Wanted Vineland Murder Suspect Turns Himself In: Prosecutor A 31-year-old fugitive wanted for murder turned himself in on Friday, March 22, authorities said. Angel A. Aguero, of Vineland, was sought in the slaying of Dashon Lee, 35, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. He was charged with first-degree murder and weapons offenses, she said. Lee was fatally shot on March 9 at the Asselta Acres Apartments, according to Webb-McRae. Two other men were previously arrested in connection with the shooting, Webb-McRae said on Thursday, March 21. Jamin Carney, 28, of Millville and Chavez Mills, 26, of Vineland, were both charg…
2 Men Arrested In Fatal Shooting At South Jersey Apartment Complex, 3rd Suspect Still At Large 2 Men Arrested In Fatal Shooting At South Jersey Apartment Complex, 3rd Suspect Still At Large
2 Men Arrested In Fatal Shooting At South Jersey Apartment Complex, 3rd Suspect Still At Large Two men have been arrested in the slaying of Dashon Lee, 35, in Vineland, authorities said. Lee was fatally shot on March 9 at the Asselta Acres Apartments, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Jamin Carney, 28, of Millville and Chavez Mills, 26, of Vineland, were both charged on March 14, she said. Carney was charged with murder and conspiracy. Mills was charged with conspiracy to commit murder. Mills was arrested that same day while Carney was arrested by U.S. Marshals on Thursday, March 21, Webb-McRae said. Angel A. Aguero, 31, the first alleged shooter to…
Ghost Gunman Who Killed Upper Deerfield Home Invader Released From Jail: Prosecutor Ghost Gunman Who Killed Upper Deerfield Home Invader Released From Jail: Prosecutor
Ghost Gunman Who Killed Upper Deerfield Home Invader Released From Jail: Prosecutor A 24-year-old Cumberland County man charged with multiple gun crimes after he shot and killed an alleged home invader was ordered released from jail on Friday afternoon, March 1, authorities said. Kevin Lucero, 24, shot one of two people who reportedly forced their way into his Upper Deerfield home at 7:15 p.m. on Feb. 19, New Jersey State Police said.  Lucero was charged with owning ghost guns and other weapons offenses, police said. A ghost gun is a firearm without a serial number. Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae confirmed Lucero's release from jail. Troopers …
Cumberland County Coach Indicted For Sexually Assaulting Two Teenage Boys: Prosecutor Cumberland County Coach Indicted For Sexually Assaulting Two Teenage Boys: Prosecutor
Cumberland County Coach Indicted For Sexually Assaulting Two Teenage Boys: Prosecutor A youth sports coach from Cumberland County has been indicted on charges that he sexually assaulted two teenage boys, authorities said. Robert R. Marino, 73, of Bridgeton, was arrested on July 3, 2023, on charges related to an alleged incident involving a 16-year-old boy, they said. A grand jury indicted Marino on Jan. 24, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae.  A month after being charged in the first case, a second man claimed Marino sexually assaulted him for several years during the 1990s when he was a teenager and Marine was his coach, the prosecutor previ…
Man Indicted For Fatal Mass Shooting At Party In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Man Indicted For Fatal Mass Shooting At Party In Cumberland County: Prosecutor
Man Indicted For Fatal Mass Shooting At Party In Cumberland County: Prosecutor A 30-year-old man from Cumberland County has been indicted for first-degree murder in a shooting at a birthday party in 2021, authorities said. Arthur Armstead, of Fairfield Township, was additionally charged with conspiracy to commit murder, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. A second man also was charged in the targeted attack that left three people dead and 11 people wounded. Armstead was indicted in connection to the deaths of Kevin Elliott and Brailyn Holmes and injuries to three people. Asia Hester also died from the shooting. At approximately 1…
Millville Man, 64, Found Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old Girl: Prosecutor Millville Man, 64, Found Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old Girl: Prosecutor
Millville Man, 64, Found Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old Girl: Prosecutor A 64-year-old man from Millville has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a four-year-old girl, authorities said. Marvin Stidham was convicted by a Cumberland County jury on Thursday, Jan. 25 of second-degree sexual assault and third-degree child endangerment, according to county Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Stidham was acquitted on a charge of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, she said. The State presented evidence that Stidham engaged in sexual contact with a four-year-old girl in Commercial Township from June 1, 2021 to Nov. 11, 2021, Webb-McRae said. T…
South Jersey Driver Indicted In Hit-Run Crash Killing 10-Year-Old Girl: Prosecutor South Jersey Driver Indicted In Hit-Run Crash Killing 10-Year-Old Girl: Prosecutor
South Jersey Driver Indicted In Hit-Run Crash Killing 10-Year-Old Girl: Prosecutor A grand jury has indicted a Cumberland County woman who allegedly struck a child with her SUV, then drove away without helping the girl, authorities said. Sierra A. Thomas, 28, of Bridgeton, was driving on May 10, 2023, when police said her SUV struck Larissa Muniz as she crossed East Broad Street in Bridgeton near a Wawa. Larissa, 10, died of her injuries 18 days later. Thomas initially was charged on May 30 with second-degree leaving the scene of an accident resulting in the death of another, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. A Cumberland County grand jury i…
Man Gets Prison Time For Rite Aid Robbery In Millville: Prosecutor Man Gets Prison Time For Rite Aid Robbery In Millville: Prosecutor
Man Gets Prison Time For Rite Aid Robbery In Millville: 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…
Man Climbs Ladder Up To Girl's Bedroom Room, Sexually Assaults Her In Millville: Police Man Climbs Ladder Up To Girl's Bedroom Room, Sexually Assaults Her In Millville: Police
Man Climbs Ladder Up To Girl's Bedroom Room, Sexually Assaults Her In Millville: Police A Philadelphia man is facing charges in the terrifying sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl in New Jersey, authorities announced. Aleem King, 35, climbed a ladder up to the girl's open bedroom window on the 1000 block of North Street in Millville, early March 14, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said. He had a handgun that he used to threaten the girl while he sexually assaulted her, against her will, Webb-McRae said. King was identified as a suspect after a months-long investigation, and captured in North Carolina in mid-October, the prosecutor said. He's facing charges of…
South Jersey Teacher's Aide Shared Child Porn With Students Via Snapchat: Prosecutor South Jersey Teacher's Aide Shared Child Porn With Students Via Snapchat: Prosecutor
South Jersey Teacher's Aide Shared Child Porn With Students Via Snapchat: Prosecutor A South Jersey teacher's aide is accused of sharing child pornography with high school students via Snapchat, authorities said. Ryan C. Johnson, 47, of Hopewell Township, has been arrested and charged with child endangerment, possession of child pornography and lewdness, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Johnson was a teacher’s aide at the Cumberland Regional High School during the 2022-2023 school year. Both victims were students at the high school during the same time. Johnson is alleged to have shared sexually explicit photographs with the two…
Deadly 2021 Birthday Party Mass Shooting: Charges Upgraded For Suspect In Fairfield Deadly 2021 Birthday Party Mass Shooting: Charges Upgraded For Suspect In Fairfield
Deadly 2021 Birthday Party Mass Shooting: Charges Upgraded For Suspect In Fairfield Charges have been upgraded for the gunman now accused of shooting two partygoers dead in an incident that killed a total of three and wounded nearly a dozen in 2021 in South Jersey. Arthur Armstead, 30, of Fairfield Township, has been charged with first degree murder, one count of first degree Conspiracy to Commit Murder, and other related offenses in connection with the deaths of Kevin Elliott and Brailyn Holmes, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said. Asia Hester, a 25-year-old healthcare worker, was also killed. Kevin Dawkins, of Bridgeton, was previously charged…
South Jersey Man Guilty Of Sexual Assault On Ex-GF, Threatening Her With A Hatchet: Prosecutor South Jersey Man Guilty Of Sexual Assault On Ex-GF, Threatening Her With A Hatchet: Prosecutor
South Jersey Man Guilty Of Sexual Assault On Ex-GF, Threatening Her With A Hatchet: Prosecutor A 50-year-old man from South Jersey has been found guilty of sexual assault on an ex-girlfriend whom he held captive with a hatchet, authorities said. Julio Sigurani, Jr., of the Rosenhayn section of Deerfield Township, was convicted on Tuesday, Sept. 19, on eight counts including sexual assault, kidnapping, burglary, terroristic threats and weapons offenses, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. The charges stem from a sexual assault that occurred on Aug. 13, 2020, in Deerfield. Sigurani and the victim had previously been in a relationship, the prosecuto…
Tips Arise With Release Of Dulce Maria Alavez' Photos, South Jersey Authorities Say Tips Arise With Release Of Dulce Maria Alavez' Photos, South Jersey Authorities Say
Tips Arise With Release Of Dulce Maria Alavez' Photos, South Jersey Authorities Say Cumberland County authorities have received about a dozen new tips on the 2019 disappearance of Dulce Maria Alavez from a Bridgeton playground, they said after the release of her photos last week. "Yes. Investigators are following up as we speak," Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said on Tuesday, Sept. 19. Her office received six new tips, she said. Bridgeton City Police received about new six tips, according to Police Chief Michael Gaimari. But Gaimari cautioned, "Nothing substantial has been reported to me."  About half were possible sightings and half "just …
South Jersey Jail Guard Guilty Of Threatening To Kill Ex-Inmate Who He Had Sex With: Prosecutor South Jersey Jail Guard Guilty Of Threatening To Kill Ex-Inmate Who He Had Sex With: Prosecutor
South Jersey Jail Guard Guilty Of Threatening To Kill Ex-Inmate Who He Had Sex With: Prosecutor A corrections officer at the Cumberland County Jail has been convicted of threatening to kill a former inmate whom he had a relationship with, authorities said. Neal J. Armstrong, 35, of Vineland, was found guilty on Thursday, Sept. 14 of his involvement in an incident that occurred in the City of Millville in the fall of 2017, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Armstrong was alleged to have shared drugs and sex with the inmate during an ongoing relationship after her release from jail, she said. Armstrong was convicted of third-degree terrorist threat…
4 Years Later: What Dulce Maria Alavez Would Look Like Now 4 Years Later: What Dulce Maria Alavez Would Look Like Now
4 Years Later: What Dulce Maria Alavez Would Look Like Now Dulce Maria Alavez would be nine years old. She was just five when she went missing on Sept. 16, 2019, while at a Cumberland County playground with her younger brother, Manny. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children released a new "progressive sketch" that shows what Dulce Maria would look like today. A vigil will be held Saturday, Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. at Bridgeton City Park's Dulce tree —dedicated to the missing child near the playground where she was last seen. The tree is often decorated with flowers, balloons and well wishes for the girl's return. Cumberland County Pro…
South Jersey Men Sentenced In Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor South Jersey Men Sentenced In Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor
South Jersey Men Sentenced In Fatal Shooting: Prosecutor A 35-year-old man from Seabrook was sentenced to 48 years in New Jersey State Prison for his role in a fatal shooting, authorities said. Cleve W. Lewis was convicted of murder, conspiracy to commit murder, burglary and weapons offenses, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. A 44-year-old co-defendant, Gregrey A. Coombs of Seabrook was sentenced to 30 years in state prison for conspiracy to commit murder, she said. A third defendant is awaiting sentencing in the murder case. On Nov. 6, 2019, around 11:27 p.m., in Millville City, police were dispatched to an&nb…
Teenager Indicted In Fatal Headshot In Millville: Prosecutor Teenager Indicted In Fatal Headshot In Millville: Prosecutor
Teenager Indicted In Fatal Headshot In Millville: Prosecutor A Cumberland County high school senior charged in a fatal shooting in June has been indicted for murder, authorities said. Emmanuel B. Doivilus, 18, ws indicted for first-degree murder, second-degree aggravated assault, second-degree possession of a weapon without a permit, second-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and third-degree unlawful possession of weapons, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Millville police responded around 5 a.m. June 12 to Rieck Avenue Elementary School to a report of an unresponsive man in a parked car. Police&nb…
Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Millville: Prosecutor Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Millville: Prosecutor
Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Millville: 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 …
Man Charged With Manslaughter After Victim Dies From Rock Injury In South Jersey: Prosecutor Man Charged With Manslaughter After Victim Dies From Rock Injury In South Jersey: Prosecutor
Man Charged With Manslaughter After Victim Dies From Rock Injury In South Jersey: Prosecutor A man who was struck by a rock during a fight has died, authorities said. The death meant charges were upgraded against Julio Morales-Amilcar, 24, of Bridgeton, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. On Aug. 12, Bridgeton Police Officers were dispatched to a location on Myrtle Street for the report of an assault. Upon arrival, they encountered an individual who was later identified as Clememte Vazquez-Pacheco, age 35, of Bridgeton who was transported to Inspira Hospital in Vineland and later determined to be suffering from a brain bleed and in critical …
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…
South Jersey Man Charged With Stabbing Death During Burglary: Prosecutor South Jersey Man Charged With Stabbing Death During Burglary: Prosecutor
South Jersey Man Charged With Stabbing Death During Burglary: Prosecutor A 36-year-old man from South Jersey has been charged with the murder and assault of a couple during a burglary, authorities said. Zachary M. Adamo, of Millville, was charged on a warrant with murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, burglary, contempt, obstruction, tampering with evidence and weapons offenses, according to  Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. The charges are related to a homicide that occurred during the early morning hours of July 28, in the City of Vineland. It is alleged that the defendant entered a residence in the 600 block of Ridgewoo…
Ohio Man Convicted In Double-Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County: Prosecutor Ohio Man Convicted In Double-Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County: Prosecutor
Ohio Man Convicted In Double-Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County: Prosecutor A 28-year-old Ohio man has been convicted in connection with a double-fatal shooting in Cumberland County, authorities said. Michael R. Loftin, Jr., of Cincinnati, OH, was convicted after a 12-day jury trial of first-degree conspiracy to commit murder, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Loftin was acquitted on Wednesday, Aug. 9 of two counts of first-degree murder, aggravated assault and weapons offenses, she said.  On March 8, 2015, around 12:20 a.m., Vineland Police Officers were dispatched to the 100 block of West Grape Street for several …
Former Bridgeton Coach Sexually Assaulted Teen For Years, 2nd Victim Recently: Prosecutor Former Bridgeton Coach Sexually Assaulted Teen For Years, 2nd Victim Recently: Prosecutor
Former Bridgeton Coach Sexually Assaulted Teen For Years, 2nd Victim Recently: Prosecutor A 73-year-old former youth sports coach in Cumberland County has been charged in two sexual assault cases — one involving a teen that is alleged to have occurred in the 1990s. Robert R. Marino was a youth coach in Bridgeton when he sexually assaulted one victim between 1994 and 1998, when the victim was between ages 14 and 17, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said. He was charged on Friday, Aug. 4 with aggravated sexual assault, and sexual assault in connection to that case, Webb-McRae said. On July 3, Marino was charged on a complaint-warrant for similar alleged condu…
Woman Dead, Man Critical After Being Flown In Vineland Double Stabbing Woman Dead, Man Critical After Being Flown In Vineland Double Stabbing
Woman Dead, Man Critical After Being Flown In Vineland Double Stabbing A woman died and a man was critical after both were stabbed overnight this week in South Jersey, authorities said. Vineland police responding to the 600 block of Ridgewood Avenue found Sharon Taylor, 60, and James Taylor, 51, both suffering stab wounds in their home around 1:45 a.m. Friday, July 28, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb McRae said. Sharon was pronounced dead at the scene while James was flown to Cooper Hospital and was last listed in critical condition. Their relationship was not immediately clear. Further details were not released. Anyone with information is as…
Man, 40, Stabbed Dead In Millville: Prosecutor Man, 40, Stabbed Dead In Millville: Prosecutor
Man, 40, Stabbed Dead In Millville: 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 Millville Shooting (VIDEO) Witness On Bicycle Sought In Millville Shooting (VIDEO)
Witness On Bicycle Sought In Millville 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…
Second Teen Charged In Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County, Another Suspect Remains At-Large Second Teen Charged In Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County, Another Suspect Remains At-Large
Second Teen Charged In Fatal Shooting In Cumberland County, Another Suspect Remains At-Large A second 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Bridgeton, authorities said. An adult, meanwhile, remains wanted in the case, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. On Tuesday July 6, the teenager was arrested by members of the Bridgeton Police Department and Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office. The juvenile was charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder, obstruction,  destruction of evidence, hindering apprehension and weapons offenses, Webb-McRae said. The juvenile is in custody and the State will move for contin…
14-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Millville 14-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Millville
14-Year-Old Boy Shot Dead In Millville 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- …
Teenager Shot Dead In Bridgeton: Prosecutor Teenager Shot Dead In Bridgeton: Prosecutor
Teenager Shot Dead In Bridgeton: Prosecutor A 16-year-old Cumberland County boy was fatally shot on Sunday, June 25, authorities said. At approximately 8:50 p.m., Bridgeton police responded to Mount Vernon Street for a subject suffering from a gunshot wound, according to Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. Police found the boy from Millville dead from an apparent gunshot wound, she said. The investigation is ongoing and there is no known threat to the public at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective M. Yoshioka of the Bridgeton Police Department at 856-392-9031 or Detective C. Johns…
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…
PA Man Tried To Lure Child From South Jersey Wawa With Candy: Prosecutor PA Man Tried To Lure Child From South Jersey Wawa With Candy: Prosecutor
PA Man Tried To Lure Child From South Jersey Wawa With Candy: Prosecutor Authorities have arrested a Pennsylvania man who allegedly tried abducting a 7-year-old boy at a South Jersey Wawa by luring him with candy. Thomas Cannon, 79, of Camp Hill, was arrested in connection with the incident on Thursday, June 1, 2023, according to Cumberland County NJ Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae. He was charged with one count of child endangerment, she said. The suspect is also alleged to have grabbed the child’s arm, she said. On Sunday, May 28, at approximately 12:20 p.m., an unidentified male entered the convenience store on Route 47 in Dorchester (Maurice River), be…