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Camden Man Charged With Murder After Shooting: Prosecutor Camden Man Charged With Murder After Shooting: Prosecutor
Camden Man Charged With Murder After Shooting: Prosecutor A 45-year-old man was arrested and charged with first degree murder following a shooting earlier this month, authorities announced Thursday, June 18. Eric Irizarry is charged in the death of Luis Bonet, a 24-year-old Camden resident, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. At 12:23 a.m., on Tuesday, June 9, Camden County police responded to a ShotSpotter detection and found Bonet in the area of Baird Boulevard and Boyd Street, authorities said. Bonet was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was soon pronounced d…

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by Sam Barron
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Teen Shot In Winslow Twp: Prosecutor Teen Shot In Winslow Twp: Prosecutor
Teen Shot In Winslow Twp: Prosecutor A 19-year-old shot was shot in Winslow Township Wednesday, June 17, authorities said. At 9:59 p.m., officers responded to Locust Court and found the victim, a 19-year-old man, inside a car that crashed into an unoccupied vehicle, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Winslow Township Police Chief Donald Lemons said. The man was transported to Cooper University Hospital and reported to be in critical, but stable condition, authorities said.  The investigation is active and ongoing, authorities said.

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by Sam Barron
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NJ Police Sergeant Dies In Sleep, Leaving Family, Colleagues Heartbroken NJ Police Sergeant Dies In Sleep, Leaving Family, Colleagues Heartbroken
NJ Police Sergeant Dies In Sleep, Leaving Family, Colleagues Heartbroken The sudden death of an Englewood police sergeant has left his family, fellow officers, and the community mourning the loss of a man described as a dedicated officer, trusted friend, and devoted father. Sgt. Matthew DePetro died in his sleep following a medical event, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched by Englewood PBA Local 216. DePetro was a longtime member of the Englewood Police Department whose death came as a shock to colleagues and loved ones, organizers said. The campaign says DePetro took great pride in serving the community but was most devoted to his family. Organizer…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Vineland Man Drove 108 MPH In Deadly Crash: Atlantic County Prosecutor Vineland Man Drove 108 MPH In Deadly Crash: Atlantic County Prosecutor
Vineland Man Drove 108 MPH In Deadly Crash: Atlantic County Prosecutor A Vineland man has been indicted on manslaughter charges following a deadly crash in Atlantic County, authorities announced Thursday, June 17. At 3:31 a.m., on Friday, Nov. 14, Alfredo Huertas-Vidal was driving a motor vehicle while impaired in Buena Vista Twp when it left the roadway in on multiple occasions before striking a tree in the woods, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. Huertas-Vidal was traveling at 108 miles per hour at the time of the crash. Huertas-Vidal's passenger, Luis Martinez, a 43-year-old Vineland resident was killed in the crash, authorities said.

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by Sam Barron
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Man Indicted In Deadly Shooting Of Atlantic City Woman: Prosecutor Man Indicted In Deadly Shooting Of Atlantic City Woman: Prosecutor
Man Indicted In Deadly Shooting Of Atlantic City Woman: Prosecutor A 26-year-old Atlantic County man has been indicted following the deadly shooting of Jaylou Marlenne Pineda-Lopez, authorities announced Thursday, June 18. Franklin Junior Felipe De La Paz is facing manslaughter charges, along with being in possession of a large-capacity ammunition magazine, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. At 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, officers responded to 2202 Hamilton Ave. and found Pineda Lopez, 22, with a gunshot wound, authorities said. She was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. Lopez had emigrated from the Dominican Republic to work…

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by Sam Barron
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Man Exposed Genitals To Girls: Medford Twp PD Man Exposed Genitals To Girls: Medford Twp PD
Man Exposed Genitals To Girls: Medford Twp PD A man is at large after he exposed his genitals in Medford Township, authorities announced Wednesday, June 17, authorities said. At 1:23 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, officers responded to Bob Bende Park amid reports of a man intentionally exposing his genitals in front of girls during an athletic event, Medford Township police said. Anyone with information about the incident or the suspect, is asked to contact the Medford Township Police Detectives at 609-654-7375 or via email, [email protected].

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by Sam Barron
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Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash: Medford Twp PD Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash: Medford Twp PD
Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash: Medford Twp PD A 21-year-old Shamong resident was airlifted after a crash in Medford on Tuesday, June 16, authorities said. At 1:29 p.m., officers responded to Hawkin Road and Chairville Road after a 2019 Ducati motorcycle was traveling east when a 2012 U-Turn, operated by a 74-year-old Medford man, attempted to make a U-turn, Medford Township police said. The motorcyclist applied a hard brake to avoid a collision, but lost control of the bike and slid into the Honda, police said. The motorcyclist was airlifted to a nearby hospital with serious injuries, police said. The crash remains under investigation…

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by Sam Barron
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Teen Charged In Deadly Bridgewater Crash: Prosecutor Teen Charged In Deadly Bridgewater Crash: Prosecutor
Teen Charged In Deadly Bridgewater Crash: Prosecutor A 19-year-old Bridgewater resident has been in charged following a fatal car crash in the township, authorities announced Wednesday, June 17. At 9:41 p.m., officers responded to Finderne Avenue near Van Veghten Drive and saw a two-car crash between a Honda and a Kia, Somerset County Prosecutor John McDonald, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Acting Chief of County Detectives Meredith McKay and Bridgewater Township Chief of Police John Mitzak said. The Honda, driven by Dylan Baez, was travelling north when it crossed over the centerline into the southbound lane striking the Kia …

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by Sam Barron
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Teen Tourist Killed When Central Park Carriage Horse Gets Loose: Police Teen Tourist Killed When Central Park Carriage Horse Gets Loose: Police
Teen Tourist Killed When Central Park Carriage Horse Gets Loose: Police An 18-year-old man died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park, police said. The incident happened near 71st Street and Center Drive at 2:47 p.m., according to the NYPD.  Officers were told the man had fallen from the carriage, police said. He was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, according to the NYPD. According to ABC7, the man was an 18-year-old tourist. Footage of the horse breaking free and being chased by the driver was shared to X by Gus Stalton, the managing editor of the West Side Rag. Here’s a video of the h…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House
Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House A man accused of carrying out a deadly ambush on National Guard members steps from the White House now faces new federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, prosecutors announced.  Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 30, an Afghan national, was charged in a 17-count superseding indictment filed in U.S. District Court on Tuesday, June 16, according to U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. The new charges stem from the shooting that killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and seriously injured Sgt. Andrew Wolfe on Nov. 26. Beckstrom, a member of the West Virginia National Guard, was killed in the sh…

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by Josh Lanier
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Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries
Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries The British may have marched on Boston centuries ago, looking for a fight. This time, the Scots are here looking for a pint.  Scottish soccer fans have descended on Massachusetts for the World Cup, and in less than a week, they've helped drink some of the city's bars dry. The "Tartan Army" spent the past week filling restaurants and pubs, and in some cases helping empty beer taps across the city, according to NBC Boston. The fans took over the streets last weekend after Scotland claimed a 1-0 win over Haiti on Saturday and marched to Fenway Park for a Red Sox game on Sunday. Sam Ad…

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by Josh Lanier
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Pop-Up Party Leads To Cop Being Assaulted: Vineland PD Pop-Up Party Leads To Cop Being Assaulted: Vineland PD
Pop-Up Party Leads To Cop Being Assaulted: Vineland PD A 40-year-old Phillipsburg woman was arrested for assaulting a police officer following a large pop-up party in Vineland, authorities announced Wednesday, June 17. On Saturday, June 13, officers responded to 2135 E. Oak Rd. and were met with multiple parking issues and several hundred people attending an unpermitted event at the residence, Vineland police said. Amy Smith was arrested and charged with aggravated assault on police and resisting arrest after  striking and biting one of the officers on the scene who was attempting to assist the subject getting medical treatment by&nbs…

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by Sam Barron