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Man Fell Off Motorcycle Before Minivan Struck Him In Deadly Central Jersey Crash: Prosecutor Man Fell Off Motorcycle Before Minivan Struck Him In Deadly Central Jersey Crash: Prosecutor
Man Fell Off Motorcycle Before Minivan Struck Him In Deadly Central Jersey Crash: Prosecutor Investigators are looking into a crash that killed a motorcycle rider in Howell Township, authorities said. A 28-year-old man from Freehold Township died in the crash on Tuesday, July 9, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said in a news release on Thursday, July 11. The wreck happened at the intersection of Fort Plains Road and Jerry’s Lane at around 4:53 p.m. Investigators said the man was riding a Honda GL 1100L motorcycle north on Fort Plains when he tried to go around a curve in the road. The rider fell and slid with his motorcycle across the road into oncom…
SUV Driver Smelled Like Alcohol In Crash That Hospitalized Three In Central Jersey: Police SUV Driver Smelled Like Alcohol In Crash That Hospitalized Three In Central Jersey: Police
SUV Driver Smelled Like Alcohol In Crash That Hospitalized Three In Central Jersey: Police Three people were hospitalized, including a driver who police claimed smelled like alcohol, after a crash in Monmouth County, authorities said. Wall Township police responded to the crash at around 5:31 p.m. on Friday, July 5, the department said in a news release on Monday, July 8. It happened at the intersection of Route 34 and Hurley Pond Road near Monmouth Jet Center. Investigators said a 25-year-old Farmingdale woman was driving a 2017 Honda CR-V on Route 34 North. The SUV crossed the grass median and struck a southbound 2014 Nissan Rogue. The Honda driver wasn't wearing her…
New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America
New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America A Monmouth County cocktail bar picked up another national recognition after just one year of serving specialty drinks. Esquire named La Otra in Aberdeen Township on its list of 42 Best Bars in America for 2024. The bar is next to its sister restaurant Lita on Route 34, and both businesses are run by chef David Viana and his girlfriend Neilly Robinson. Bar manager Ricardo Rodriguez has a more "free-wheeling" approach to mixology at La Otra, compared to the Iberian classics at Lita. "Like the best bars attached to restaurants, the drinks are on the culinary side, such as the Tzatziki, which …
Woman High On Narcotics Indicted In NJ Crash That Killed Toddler: Prosecutors Woman High On Narcotics Indicted In NJ Crash That Killed Toddler: Prosecutors
Woman High On Narcotics Indicted In NJ Crash That Killed Toddler: Prosecutors A Monmouth County woman was indicted after she was accused of driving under the influence of drugs in a crash that killed a young girl, authorities said. Samantha Bonora, 31, of Howell, was indicted by a grand jury, the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office announced in a news release on Friday, Apr. 12. She was charged with first-degree aggravated manslaughter, two counts of second-degree aggravated assault, and four counts of assault by auto. Howell police responded to a crash on Route 34 near the Colts Neck border at around 4:41 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13. Investigators said Bonor…
Duo Accused Of Carjacking Takeout Customer In Newark Face Federal Prosecution Duo Accused Of Carjacking Takeout Customer In Newark Face Federal Prosecution
Duo Accused Of Carjacking Takeout Customer In Newark Face Federal Prosecution Two repeat offenders charged with carjacking a customer waiting for a pickup order outside a Newark restaurant are now in federal custody and aren't going anywhere. The victim was pumping air into the front passenger tire on Dec. 9, 2023 when the pair arrived in a 2015 Lexus that had been stolen from outside a Wawa on Route 34 in Wall Township. Arraqeeb Williams-Cook, 23, of East Orange, got into the driver's seat of the victim's car, then pulled a gun, U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Philip R. Sellinger said. As the victim ran into the restaurant to call for help, ex-con Washir Singleta…
Jersey Shore Acupuncturist Sexually Assaults Patient: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Acupuncturist Sexually Assaults Patient: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Acupuncturist Sexually Assaults Patient: Prosecutor A 57-year-old Jersey Shore doctor has been charged with sexually assaulting a patient during an acupuncture appointment, police said. Dr. Jeng K. Kuan, of Matawan, assaulted the woman during her appointment on Thursday, Jan. 25, at the Prosperity Health Center on Route 34, where he is the clinical director, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago said. Kuan, who is listed online as a chiropractor, was charged with one count of second-degree Sexual Assault and one count of fourth-degree Criminal Sexual Contact. He was arrested on Thursday, Feb. 1, and lodged at the Mon…
Woman Was High On Narcotics In NJ Crash That Killed Toddler: Prosecutors Woman Was High On Narcotics In NJ Crash That Killed Toddler: Prosecutors
Woman Was High On Narcotics In NJ Crash That Killed Toddler: Prosecutors A Monmouth County woman was under the influence of drugs in a crash that killed a young girl last month, authorities said. Samantha Bonora, 31, of Howell, was charged with one count of first-degree aggravated manslaughter and two counts of second-degree aggravated assault, in the Jan. 13 collision that killed Kylie Williams, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago announced on Friday, Feb. 2. Bonora was also charged with driving under the influence and several motor vehicle summonses. Howell police responded to a crash on Route 34 near the Colts Neck border at around 4:41 p.m.…
Victim Ditched On Roadside After Being Carjacked By Passengers On I-195: Police Victim Ditched On Roadside After Being Carjacked By Passengers On I-195: Police
Victim Ditched On Roadside After Being Carjacked By Passengers On I-195: Police Two men are accused of stealing another man's vehicle while they were all driving together in Monmouth County, authorities said. Wall Township police said officers responded to a reported carjacking on Interstate 195 near the interchange with Route 34 at around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28. Three men were heading to Asbury Park when two of the men stole the vehicle. The victim was left on the side of the road and he wasn't injured. “While this incident is very alarming, it is important that the public knows the three men involved knew each other and this wasn’t a random act of violence,” …
Man Steals Truck From Monmouth County Repair Shop: Officials Man Steals Truck From Monmouth County Repair Shop: Officials
Man Steals Truck From Monmouth County Repair Shop: Officials A Camden man is arrested in connection with a stolen pickup taken from an auto repair shop in Monmouth County, authorities said. Wall Township police said 37-year-old Matthew Leonard was charged with third-degree receiving stolen property on Wednesday, Jan. 24. The charge stems from a stolen truck report at Dorrer's Corner Garage in Sept. 2023. A Wall officer was called to the garage on Route 34 on Monday, Sept. 18, 2023. A 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup was reported as stolen. Leonard is being held in a Pennsylvania jail on similar charges in other locations and he's waiting to be e…
Couple's NJ Restaurant, 2 Area Chefs Nominated For James Beard Awards Couple's NJ Restaurant, 2 Area Chefs Nominated For James Beard Awards
Couple's NJ Restaurant, 2 Area Chefs Nominated For James Beard Awards A Monmouth County restaurant and two Garden State chefs are among the nominees for the prestigious James Beard Awards. The James Beard Foundation announced the semifinalists for the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards on Wednesday, Jan 24. The awards recognize the nation's best restaurants, chefs, food writers, and others in the hospitality industry. Lita, an Iberian cuisine restaurant in Aberdeen by Chef David Viana and his girlfriend Neilly Robinson, was among the 30 semifinal nominees for the best new restaurant award. According to its website, the Route 34 restaurant spe…
'Lives Imploded:' Death Of Toddler In NJ Crash Shakes Life For Grieving Family 'Lives Imploded:' Death Of Toddler In NJ Crash Shakes Life For Grieving Family
'Lives Imploded:' Death Of Toddler In NJ Crash Shakes Life For Grieving Family One man's coworkers are rallying to support his family after his three-year-old granddaughter was killed in a New Jersey crash last weekend. A GoFundMe page was created in memory of Kylie Williams, who was identified as the toddler killed in a three-vehicle crash on Route 34 in Howell. Kylie's mother Joelle was severely injured in the wreck and has needed multiple surgeries, according to the fundraiser. The GoFundMe page was made by an employee of Lee Wetherington Homes, a house-building company from Sarasota, Florida. Kylie's grandfather, Jack Williams, is the company's vice pre…
Motorcyclist On Stolen Bike Killed In Central Jersey Crash: Police Motorcyclist On Stolen Bike Killed In Central Jersey Crash: Police
Motorcyclist On Stolen Bike Killed In Central Jersey Crash: Police A 33-year-old motorcyclist riding a stolen Harley-Davidson was killed in a crash, authorities said. Kyle J. Kolbasowski of South Amboy was pinned under a car and  pronounced dead at the scene, Old Bridge police said. The crash occurred on Route 34 north near Annie Drive at 7:53 p.m. Sunday, June 5. The stolen Harley-Davidson motorcycle, driven by Kolbasowski, collided with a Toyota Corolla, driven by Zannatul F. Chowdhury, 51, of Matawan, police said. Police said Chowdhury was traveling north on Route 34 attempting to turn left onto Annie Drive when Kolbasowski, who was also travelin…
Motorcyclist Killed In Central Jersey Crash (DEVELOPING) Motorcyclist Killed In Central Jersey Crash (DEVELOPING)
Motorcyclist Killed In Central Jersey Crash (Developing) A motorcycle rider was killed in a crash in Central Jersey, according to developing and unconfirmed reports.  The crash occurred before 7 p.m. Sunday, June 5 near Route 34 and Annie Drive in Old Bridge, initial reports said. Emergency responders found an unidentified motorcyclist ejected from the bike suffering severe injuries after being pinned under a vehicle, reports said. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Motorcyclist Crashes On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING) Motorcyclist Crashes On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING)
Motorcyclist Crashes On Jersey Shore (Developing) There was a serious motorcycle crash in Monmouth County, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred at about 10 a.m. on Friday, April 29 at Route 34 and Wyckoff Road in Wall Township, initial reports said. Route 34 northbound was closed at Belmar Boulevard during the investigation. No other details were immediately available. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Truck Flips On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING) Truck Flips On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING)
Truck Flips On Jersey Shore (Developing) A box truck rolled over on the Jersey Shore, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred shortly before 9 a.m. on Friday, March 25 on Route 34 at Route 18 in Howell, initial reports said. This is a developing news story. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Fatal Crash Involving Garbage Truck Reported In Central Jersey: Developing Fatal Crash Involving Garbage Truck Reported In Central Jersey: Developing
Fatal Crash Involving Garbage Truck Reported In Central Jersey: Developing A 59-year-old motorist was killed in a collision with a garbage truck, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred about 5:35 a.m. Tuesday on Route 34 at Spring Hill Road in Old Bridge, initial reports said. The unidentified driver of the car reportedly crossed in front of the garbage truck as she exited a pharmacy, police said. The car's driver, who became trapped, was pronounced dead at the crash scene. The garbage truck driver was not hurt. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Monmouth County Woman, 19, Who Hit, Killed Man In Crosswalk While High On Weed Gets 4 Years Monmouth County Woman, 19, Who Hit, Killed Man In Crosswalk While High On Weed Gets 4 Years
Monmouth County Woman, 19, Who Hit, Killed Man In Crosswalk While High On Weed Gets 4 Years A 19-year-old Monmouth County woman was sentenced to four years behind bars for killing a pedestrian with her car while high on marijuana, authorities said. Amy Amkhanitsky, of Morganville, struck and killed Richard Lockwood III, 69, of Old Bridge, who was attempting to cross Route 34 in a crosswalk near Anchor Boulevard on Feb. 5, 2020, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said. Lockwood suffered from serious blunt force trauma and was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead later that evening. A follow-up investigation determined that Amkhanitsky was high on mariju…
Pedestrian Struck, Airlifted After Central Jersey Crash Pedestrian Struck, Airlifted After Central Jersey Crash
Pedestrian Struck, Airlifted After Central Jersey Crash First responders were called to a report of a pedestrian struck late Tuesday, Monmouth County authorities said. An unidentified woman in her 30's was hit and unresponsive near Route 34 and Cambridge Drive in Aberdeen, initial reports said.  A NorthStar medevac helicopter airlifted the victim from Lloyd Road School shortly after 8 p.m., according to an unconfirmed report.  The woman suffered severe head trauma and was taken to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, reports said.  This is a developing news story. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES