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Man Arrested For Writing 'Free Palestine' On Hoboken Synagogue: Authorities Man Arrested For Writing 'Free Palestine' On Hoboken Synagogue: Authorities
Man Arrested For Writing 'Free Palestine' On Hoboken Synagogue: Authorities A 26-year-old Hoboken man was arrested and charged on Wednesday, July 31 with writing "Free Palestine" in graffiti on a synagogue last week, authorities said. Staff at United Synagogue of Hoboken at 115 Park Ave. found the "Free Palestine" graffiti in green lettering on a cement ledge on the early morning of Wednesday, July 24, a spokesperson for the City of Hoboken said. An investigation found Daniel Estreicher was the perpetrator and he turned himself into police, authorities said. He was charged with bias intimidation and criminal mischief before being released with a summons a…
Know Anything? Elk Statue Vandalized In Front Of Hunterdon County Charity Lodge (PHOTOS) Know Anything? Elk Statue Vandalized In Front Of Hunterdon County Charity Lodge (PHOTOS)
Know Anything? Elk Statue Vandalized In Front Of Hunterdon County Charity Lodge (Photos) Know anything? Police are seeking clues after a legendary elk statue that stands in front of a well-known charity lodge was vandalized with graffiti. The vandalism occurred in front of the Flemington Elks Lodge on Route 31 late on Saturday, May 7, according to Dave Norton, owner of The Corner boutique and photography studio located just down the road at 52 Main St. The word “devil” appears to have been scrawled across the statue in red paint. The Flemington Elks Lodge is described as a nonprofit organization that regularly gives back to the community, its Facebook page says. The funding u…
Hanover PD: These 2 Dozen Individuals Caused $125K In Graffiti Related Damages Hanover PD: These 2 Dozen Individuals Caused $125K In Graffiti Related Damages
Hanover PD: These 2 Dozen Individuals Caused $125K In Graffiti Related Damages Nearly two dozen individuals were arrested for graffiti-related offenses in Hanover. The incident caused more than $125,000 in damage over the last year, Hanover Police Chief Mark Roddy said. "Identifying and charging suspects allows the victim to recover financial assistance in the form of restitution to make repairs," Roddy said. "The Hanover Police hopes these investigations demonstrate our commitment to solving crimes in our jurisdiction and serves as a deterrent for those who wish to do harm."  The following individuals were charged: Marcus Hughes, 31, of Washington, DC, …
BUSTED: 22 Suspects Caused $125K In Morris County Graffiti Damage In Past Year, Police Say BUSTED: 22 Suspects Caused $125K In Morris County Graffiti Damage In Past Year, Police Say
Busted: 22 Suspects Caused $125K In Morris County Graffiti Damage In Past Year, Police Say Nearly two dozen people from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. have been charged with causing a combined $125,000 in damages in Morris County from graffiti and vandalism over the past year. The long-term investigation into “graffiti-style criminal mischief” resulted in a total of 22 arrests, Hanover Police Chief Mark Roddy said Monday. Scroll down to view the full list of suspects, their charges and alleged damages. Marcus Hughes, 31, of Washington, DC: Criminal Mischief and Trespassing (total damage: $1,800) Victor Blanco, 30, of the Bronx, NY: Criminal Mischie…
Three Busted In Separate Newark Graffiti Incidents Three Busted In Separate Newark Graffiti Incidents
Three Busted In Separate Newark Graffiti Incidents Three people are facing charges after being caught spray painting a mural and words onto traffic boxes in Newark, authorities said. Police saw Alexa Lipke, 25, of Green Brook, writing graffiti on traffic light boxes at Broad and Franklin streets near City Hall on June 28,  Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose said. She was arrested on graffiti and drug-related charges. Then, on July 5, officers saw Jayrone Rivera, 25, of Bergenfield, and Brendan Roura, 29, of Brooklyn, spray paining a mural at McCarter Highway and Hamilton Street, Amrbose said. Both were arrested and c…
KNOW ANYTHING? Vandals Spray-Paint Number '13,' Bubble Letters On Branchburg Business KNOW ANYTHING? Vandals Spray-Paint Number '13,' Bubble Letters On Branchburg Business
Know Anything? Vandals Spray-Paint Number '13,' Bubble Letters On Branchburg Business Authorities are seeking the public's help seeking vandals who spray-painted graffiti onto a Branchburg business. The number "13" along with undecipherable bubble letters sprayed onto a Route 202 business were reported to police around 2:20 p.m. Monday, Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson and Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives John W. Fodor said. Experts in the graffiti field said the writing not determined to be gang affiliated.  The matter is still under investigation.  Anyone with information relating to this incident to co…
$1,000 Reward: Vandals Spray Paint 'Bias Messages' At South Hunterdon High School $1,000 Reward: Vandals Spray Paint 'Bias Messages' At South Hunterdon High School
$1,000 Reward: Vandals Spray Paint 'Bias Messages' At South Hunterdon High School Authorities in Hunterdon County are offering a $1,000 reward for any information leading to the arrest of the vandal responsible for painting graffiti on South Hunterdon High School. The West Amwell Police Department is on the lookout for the suspect(s) who painted biased messages on the school between Tuesday, May 5 and the morning of Wednesday, May 6, Hunterdon County Acting Prosecutor Michael Williams said in a joint release. Anyone with information about the suspect(s) is urged to call the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office at 908-788-1129, the West Amwell Police Department at 609-397…
Police: Another Swastika Found At Glen Rock School Police: Another Swastika Found At Glen Rock School
Police: Another Swastika Found At Glen Rock School Another swastika was found Thursday at a Glen Rock school, the second such incident in a week and a half, authorities said. This time, a teacher found it etched into a classroom wall at the high school, Police Chief Dean Ackermann said. "Officers responded and photographed the area," Ackermann said. "However, very little in the way of evidence existed."The Detective Bureau will be conducting a bias incident follow-up in accordance with the state Attorney General’s Revised Bias Incident Investigation Standards," the chief said. Ths came after a swastika was found drawn on the wall of a…