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Teenager On Scooter Critical After Jersey City Crash: Authorities Teenager On Scooter Critical After Jersey City Crash: Authorities
Teenager On Scooter Critical After Jersey City Crash: Authorities A 17-year-old is in critical condition after he struck a vehicle while riding a scooter on the afternoon of Sunday, Oct. 27 in Jersey City, authorities said. The crash occurred at Route 440 and Danforth Avenue, near the intersection, Kimberly Wallace-Scalfione, a spokeswoman for the mayor's office said.  The teenager was transported to a local hospital with apparent life-threatening injuries to his head, Wallace-Scalfione said. He was last stated to be in critical condition, Wallace-Scalfioe said.  The investigation is ongoing, Wallace-Scalfioe said.

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by Sam Barron
Police & Fire
Shooting Suspects At Large In Newark: Police (PHOTO) Shooting Suspects At Large In Newark: Police (PHOTO)
Shooting Suspects At Large In Newark: Police (Photo) Police are looking for multiple suspects in connection with a shooting in Newark on Saturday, Aug. 24, authorities said. At 8:51 p.m., police responded to Dickerson Street near Hecker Street on a report of shots fired, Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé said. Police did not locate any victims, but observed that a vehicle parked in the area and a residential building in the area were both struck by gunfire, Fragé said. Two people were riding on a scooter heading southbound on Hecker Street before an argument ensued with other people in the area, Fragé said. …

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by Sam Barron
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Man Riding Scooter Broke Into Newark Dunkin': Police Man Riding Scooter Broke Into Newark Dunkin': Police
Man Riding Scooter Broke Into Newark Dunkin': Police A man riding a scooter is at large after he broke into a Dunkin in Newark on Saturday, Sept. 7, authorities said. At 3:23 a.m., the man arrived at Dunkin at 794 Franklin Ave. on a scooter, and then used an object to break in, Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said.  Once inside, the suspect also used an object to break into an office where he stole approximately $3,500.00 in cash before fleeing on the scooter heading northbound on North 6th Street, Fragé said. The suspect later entered Stephen Crane Village, where he entered a white Kia, Fragé  said. The suspect…

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by Sam Barron
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Hoboken Wants You To Weigh In On New Skatepark Hoboken Wants You To Weigh In On New Skatepark
Hoboken Wants You To Weigh In On New Skatepark The City of Hoboken has released a survey asking residents to weigh on a new skatepark at the site of the future Maritime Park. The skatepark planned for Maritime Park will be replacing the existing Castle Point Skatepark, the city said. Along with skateboarders, the skatepark plans to accommodate BMX riders, scooters, and roller skaters. Construction is set to begin in Summer 2025.  “We are committed to making Maritime Park a place that reflects the diverse interests and needs of our community," said Mayor Ravi Bhalla. "The expanded skatepark will be an integral part of the park,…

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by Sam Barron
Police & Fire
Scooterist Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Newark: Prosecutor Scooterist Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Newark: Prosecutor
Scooterist Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Newark: Prosecutor A 63-year-old Elizabeth man was killed after he was struck by a vehicle while riding a scooter on Monday, July 15 in Newark, authorities said. At 5:25 p.m., Kenneth Roy William was riding a motorized scooter when it collided with a 2016 Jeep at Frelinghuysen Avenue and Carrington Street, a spokesman for the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said.  William was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead soon after, authorities said. The driver of the other vehicle remained on the scene, authorities said. No charges have been filed as of this time and the investigatio…

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by Sam Barron