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Supermodel Dayle Haddon Killed In Suspected PA Carbon Monoxide Leak Supermodel Dayle Haddon Killed In Suspected PA Carbon Monoxide Leak
Supermodel Dayle Haddon Killed In Suspected PA Carbon Monoxide Leak Dayle Haddon, a celebrated Canadian actress, model, and humanitarian, has been identified as the victim of a fatal carbon monoxide leak at a Solebury Township residence, authorities confirmed. The tragedy unfolded Friday morning, Dec. 28, at a home on the 6900 block of Phillips Mill Road. Emergency responders were called to the property around 6:31 a.m. after Bucks County 911 received a report of an unconscious man on the first floor of a detached office/in-law suite, police said. The 76-year-old man was removed from the building by the New Hope Lambertville Rescue Squad and transported to…
Teen Caught With Bag Full Of Mail Stolen From Wall Township Businesses, Police Say Teen Caught With Bag Full Of Mail Stolen From Wall Township Businesses, Police Say
Teen Caught With Bag Full Of Mail Stolen From Wall Township Businesses, Police Say A Garfield teen was given more than 20 theft charges after he was found carrying stolen mail in Wall Township, authorities said. The 16-year-old boy was arrested near Industrial Road, the Wall Township Police Department said in a news release on Tuesday, Dec. 10.  The arrest came as officers have increased patrols in response to rising criminal activity, particularly mail theft, in parts of Wall. A detective saw the teen "acting suspicious" at around 8:40 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. The boy dropped a bag and tried to get away but he was eventually captured. Police said t…
Porch Pirates Busted In Central Jersey Package Theft Spree, Police Say Porch Pirates Busted In Central Jersey Package Theft Spree, Police Say
Porch Pirates Busted In Central Jersey Package Theft Spree, Police Say Two suspected porch pirates were caught in the act, following a series of package thefts in Highland Park, authorities said. The New Brunswick men were arrested on Wednesday, Nov. 20, the Highland Park Police Department said in a news release. Officers saw the unnamed duo stealing packages from homes on North Third Avenue and Highland Avenue. The first suspect, 40, was taken into custody on North Third Avenue. He was charged with third-degree theft by unlawful taking and resisting arrest by flight. The second suspect, 36, was arrested on Highland Avenue. He was charged with third…
Owner Who Left Cash At Holmdel Golf Range Wanted, Police Say Owner Who Left Cash At Holmdel Golf Range Wanted, Police Say
Owner Who Left Cash At Holmdel Golf Range Wanted, Police Say Police were looking for whoever left a significant amount of money at a golf range in Holmdel, authorities said. In a Facebook post, Holmdel police said the money was turned into the department on Thursday, Nov. 8.  The cash was found on the ground at around 2 p.m. at Swing Loose Golf, an indoor and outdoor range located at Bell Works. Police didn't disclose how much money was found. "You will be required to provide details regarding the amount of money that was lost in order for us to verify you are the rightful owner," the police department said. Anyone who misplaced the cash…
Two Teens Accused Of Aggravated Assault Near Jersey Shore City's Boardwalk: Police Two Teens Accused Of Aggravated Assault Near Jersey Shore City's Boardwalk: Police
Two Teens Accused Of Aggravated Assault Near Jersey Shore City's Boardwalk: Police Two teens from Pennsylvania were accused of aggravated assault near a Cape May County boardwalk, authorities said. Two boys, a 17-year-old from Philadelphia and a 16-year-old from Ivyland, PA, turned themselves in to North Wildwood police, the department said in a news release on Thursday, June 27. Police posted two pictures of the suspects on Facebook on Sunday, June 9.  The teens were wanted in an incident on Saturday, June 8 near the corner of East 26th Avenue and the Boardwalk. The location is also near Surfside Pier. Both boys were charged with third-degree aggravated assaul…
School Bus Catches Fire In Sayreville School Bus Catches Fire In Sayreville
School Bus Catches Fire In Sayreville A school bus caught fire in Sayreville on Tuesday afternoon, May 14, authorities said. All seven passengers and the driver escaped safely, they said. Police and firefighters were at the scene of the fire reported at 3:55 p.m. on Louis Street, according to Lt. James Novak, a Sayreville police spokesman. Alternate arrangements were being made to bring the students home, Novak said. The cause of the fire had not been determined as of press time. Residents were urged to avoid the area.
1 Airlifted In Overnight Crash In Jersey Shore Town 1 Airlifted In Overnight Crash In Jersey Shore Town
1 Airlifted In Overnight Crash In Jersey Shore Town An overnight crash on a Manchester Township street sent one person to the hospital, officials confirmed. A spokesperson for the township's police department said only that the crash happened on Lacey Road, sending one person to the hospital by medevac. Preliminary information suggests the crash happened at 3 a.m. and may involve a young adult. Police said a more detailed release is expected to be issued.
SEE ANYTHING? Arson Suspects Threw Incendiary Device Into Central Jersey Dumpster SEE ANYTHING? Arson Suspects Threw Incendiary Device Into Central Jersey Dumpster
SEE Anything? Arson Suspects Threw Incendiary Device Into Central Jersey Dumpster Police seek the public's help locating four men who threw an incendiary device into a dumpster. On Sunday, June 5, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the four arson suspects drove into the parking lot of Blonder Tongue, Old Bridge police said. The incendiary device caused a fire which required a response by the police and fire department.  If you know any of these four people, contact Detective Spinola at (732) 721-5600 x 3181 or aspinola@oldbridge.com
NOT TODAY, PAL: Fair Lawn Senior Turns Tables On 'Grandparent Scam' Artists NOT TODAY, PAL: Fair Lawn Senior Turns Tables On 'Grandparent Scam' Artists
NOT Today, PAL: Fair Lawn Senior Turns Tables On 'Grandparent Scam' Artists Not everyone falls for the "grandchild in trouble" scam. A Fair Lawn senior citizen who’d been targeted by scammers quickly figured out what was what and immediately called police. Detective Chris O’Shaughnessy responded to the Barry Place home after someone claiming to be a lawyer called a resident there and asked for $11,000 bail to get the would-be victim's granddaughter out of jail, Sgt. Brian Metzler said. A woman was waiting outside to pick up the money, the caller said. O’Shaughnessy found the woman, 21-year-old Destiny Gonzalez of New York, NY, “whose story would keep changing dur…
NJ Officer Recently Suspended For Sexual Harassment Was Among 2 Who Sued Chief: Report NJ Officer Recently Suspended For Sexual Harassment Was Among 2 Who Sued Chief: Report
NJ Officer Recently Suspended For Sexual Harassment Was Among 2 Who Sued Chief: Report A Central Jersey police officer who filed a discrimination lawsuit against his department's chief had been suspended less than two months earlier on sexual harassment allegations, NJ Advance Media reported, citing court documents. Officer Alan Barboiu was suspended without pay for 45 days, after a surveillance video showed him inappropriately touching a dispatcher, the outlet says citing Piscataway's township spokesman Gene Wilk. In a suit filed a suit last January, Barbou accuses Chief Thomas Mosier of mocking his accent, and creating a fake paper trail to have him fire…
Manchester Tanker Truck Tailspins, Fuel Unloads Manchester Tanker Truck Tailspins, Fuel Unloads
Manchester Tanker Truck Tailspins, Fuel Unloads A tanker truck disrupted the flow of fuel on Route 37 near Farm Street on the Jersey Shore, authorities said. The report came in at 3:33 p.m. saying that the tanker was leaking gasoline and possible exposure was involved, initial reports said. An employee at Mavis Discount Tire, on the East side of Route 37 said that business was without internet and cellphone, but had electric power, according to the Asbury Park Press. A mile away, the Police Department's lines were also down, app.com said.  A woman driving a disabled sedan that struck two deer in the eastern lanes of the route got o…
SEEN HIM? South Jersey Man Missing Since October SEEN HIM? South Jersey Man Missing Since October
Seen HIM? South Jersey Man Missing Since October Authorities are seeking the public's help locating a South Jersey man missing since October. Bertrand Benoit, 24, was reported missing Oct. 15 out of Monroe Township (Gloucester County). Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Bertrand is urged to call Det. Kristyn Morris at (856) 728-9800 x577. Email tips to crimetips@monroetownshipnj.org, or call the police department's tip line at 856-875-2940.
NO JOKE: Maywood Resident Shows Up At Police HQ In Handcuffs NO JOKE: Maywood Resident Shows Up At Police HQ In Handcuffs
NO Joke: Maywood Resident Shows Up At Police HQ In Handcuffs Here's one you don't see every day: A Maywood man showed up at police headquarters in handcuffs on his own. The 47-year-old resident found the antique set in his house Tuesday night, Police Chief Terence Kenny said. He put the bracelets on, locked them, then broke the key as he tried to free himself, Kenney said. "We were satisfied with his explanation," the chief said. Police picked the lock and sent the man on his way with the jimmied cuffs. ****** TRIBUTE: Bergen County legend Dave Rivara made an impression on just about everyone he met, not just personally but also among the countle…
Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion
Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion Paterson’s first Muslim police chief wasn’t in the job long when he became the target of texted threats from a 28-year-old Clifton man because of what authorities said are his race, religion and nationality. Stefan Keco was arrested and charged after being identified by Paterson detectives following the threats to Police Chief Ibrahim “Mike” Baycora, Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale Jr. said. Keco "sent threatening text messages to Chief Baycora with the purpose to intimidate him because of the chief's religion, race and national origin," Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes said …
VIDEO: Belmar Police Write 25 Tickets At Muscle Car 'Meet-Up' VIDEO: Belmar Police Write 25 Tickets At Muscle Car 'Meet-Up'
Video: Belmar Police Write 25 Tickets At Muscle Car 'Meet-Up'  When dozens of car drivers "showed off" in front of the fans in Belmar, police responded by ticketing at least 25 motorists for violations -- including parking tickets. Monday night’s car meet was the second impromptu event this year in Belmar.  Videos and photos shows hundreds of attendees and dozens of cars crowded around the 7-Eleven on Ocean Avenue at the beach, with cars bumping up and down and burning tire rubber. In January, a similar car meet-up drew a large police presence and tickets were written for violations of local and motor-vehicle laws. A sports car "meet-up" on Ocea…
'HORRIFIC': Wild Dogs Who Attacked Dozen Residents Captured By Little Egg Harbor Police 'HORRIFIC': Wild Dogs Who Attacked Dozen Residents Captured By Little Egg Harbor Police
'Horrific': Wild Dogs Who Attacked Dozen Residents Captured By Little Egg Harbor Police A pack of wild dogs who had bitten at least a dozen Little Egg Harbor residents over the course of several months have been captured by police. Six people were attacked by three loose dogs Monday, the same animals that have terrorized a neighborhood for months, township police said.  Police released a video on Tuesday of a man squaring off against the pack of barking canines, swinging a pole and shouting as the animals advanced on him. "Yesterday's events were horrific, and nobody should live in fear of allowing their children to play outside, walk down the street or simply get the ma…