Law & Justice Top Stories

May 19, 2026

"We remain committed to standing in solidarity with the victims’ family members and fondly remembering and honoring these four lives that were taken far too soon.” Monmouth County Prosecutor, Raymond Santiago. MONMOUTH COUNTY — The brother of a Colts Neck man who was found dead along with his wife ...

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"We remain committed to standing in solidarity with the victims’ family members and fondly remembering and honoring these four lives that were taken far too soon.” Monmouth County Prosecutor, Raymond Santiago. MONMOUTH COUNTY — The brother of a Colts Neck man who was found dead along with his wife ...

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"We remain committed to standing in solidarity with the victims’ family members and fondly remembering and honoring these four lives that were taken far too soon.” Monmouth County Prosecutor, Raymond Santiago. MONMOUTH COUNTY — The brother of a Colts Neck man who was found dead along with his wife ...

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MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A Trenton man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in an operation that sold underage girls for sex on an online classified advertising website, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey announced.According to the sentencing, Al-Tariq Mitchell, 28, will serve ...

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NEW JERSEY, NJ – The FBI Newark announced on May 18, 2026 that a reward of up to $50,000 is now being offered for information leading to the arrest of Nazeer Hameed, who they believe is connected to the 2017 murders of a Burlington County mother and her 6-year-old son. According to the FBI, Hameed ...

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NEW JERSEY, NJ – The FBI Newark announced on May 18, 2026 that a reward of up to $50,000 is now being offered for information leading to the arrest of Nazeer Hameed, who they believe is connected to the 2017 murders of a Burlington County mother and her 6-year-old son. According to the FBI, Hameed ...

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Over 150 guests and honorees gathered at Razberry's on Rt. 12 on Thursday evening, May 14th, for the 2026 Valor and Merit Awards Ceremony, presented by a local nonprofit – The 200 Club of Hunterdon County.As part of the evening, The 200 Club of Hunterdon County celebrated its 50th anniversary of ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 37-year-old Marvin A. Nugra Ruiz of Little Falls, NJ, on charges of sexual assault, criminal sexual contact, and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Two local legislators are holding a seminar this week on how seniors can avoid scams like ID theft.The free presentation will be held on Thursday, May 21, at the Central Bucks Senior Center from 1-3 p.m. It will discuss topics including avoiding popular ID theft scams, when to report ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The state Attorney General’s Office has filed an appeal seeking to revive a voter fraud case tied to Third Ward Councilman Alex Mendez and several co-defendants, according to court records reviewed by TAPinto Paterson.The filing comes after Superior Court Judge Sohail Mohammed ...

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MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A Trenton man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in an operation that sold underage girls for sex on an online classified advertising website, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey announced.According to the sentencing, Al-Tariq Mitchell, 28, will serve ...

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MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A Trenton man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in an operation that sold underage girls for sex on an online classified advertising website, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey announced.According to the sentencing, Al-Tariq Mitchell, 28, will serve ...

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TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, the New Jersey State Police, and the Division of Criminal Justice announced on Friday, May 15 that criminal charges were filed against 13 individuals – including 5 Burlington County residents – accused of operating a human trafficking ...

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MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A Trenton man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in an operation that sold underage girls for sex on an online classified advertising website, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey announced.According to the sentencing, Al-Tariq Mitchell, 28, will serve ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Car thefts, home break-ins, electric bikes and traffic enforcement were top of mind at a public safety forum hosted by State Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy on Tuesday at the Westfield Town Hall. Macurdy was joined by Westfield Mayor Jeremy Berman, Westfield Police Chief Christopher ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Car thefts, home break-ins, electric bikes and traffic enforcement were top of mind at a public safety forum hosted by State Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy on Tuesday at the Westfield Town Hall. Macurdy was joined by Westfield Mayor Jeremy Berman, Westfield Police Chief Christopher ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Car thefts, home break-ins, electric bikes and traffic enforcement were top of mind at a public safety forum hosted by State Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy on Tuesday at the Westfield Town Hall. Macurdy was joined by Westfield Mayor Jeremy Berman, Westfield Police Chief Christopher ...

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ROXBURY, NJ — A much-anticipated federal court hearing on the state and township’s effort to halt a proposed immigration detention facility in Ledgewood was canceled Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agreed to pause conversion work at the site and conduct an environmental ...

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ROXBURY, NJ — A much-anticipated federal court hearing on the state and township’s effort to halt a proposed immigration detention facility in Ledgewood was canceled Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agreed to pause conversion work at the site and conduct an environmental ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - A 23-year-old Jersey City man was arrested on Thursday and charged in connection with a hit-and-run collision in Jersey City that injured a pedestrian on Saturday, May 9.According to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, Jayden Medina is charged with Endangering an Injured ...

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TRENTON, NJ — A former church official in Monmouth County has admitted to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his parish, according to an announcement by state authorities, in a case that has drawn attention across the local faith community. TAPinto reported on the incident last ...

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TRENTON, NJ — A former church official in Monmouth County has admitted to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his parish, according to an announcement by state authorities, in a case that has drawn attention across the local faith community. TAPinto reported on the incident last ...

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TRENTON, NJ — A former church official in Monmouth County has admitted to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his parish, according to an announcement by state authorities, in a case that has drawn attention across the local faith community. TAPinto reported on the incident last ...

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TRENTON, NJ — A former church official in Monmouth County has admitted to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his parish, according to an announcement by state authorities, in a case that has drawn attention across the local faith community. TAPinto reported on the incident last ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - A Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 team has earned national recognition after placing first in a major police canine competition.Sheriff James M. Gannon announced that Detective Brian McCormack of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Canine Section and K-9 Abbi placed first in ...

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TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, the New Jersey State Police, and the Division of Criminal Justice announced on Friday, May 15 criminal charges filed against 13 individuals – including two Mount Laurel residents who are considered to be organization leaders – accused of ...

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Basking Ridge, NJ — An audit by the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller found that Bonnie Brae, a residential treatment provider serving youth in Liberty Corner, failed to adequately document required clinical and support services under its Medicaid contracts and must repay more than $1.5 ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Efforts to block tenants from joining together to sue landlords would be banned under legislation proposed by Assemblywoman Katie Brennan (D-Hudson) and advanced by the Assembly Housing Committee this week. The No Class Action Waivers in Leases Act (A3997) bans landlords from sneaking ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Efforts to block tenants from joining together to sue landlords would be banned under legislation proposed by Assemblywoman Katie Brennan (D-Hudson) and advanced by the Assembly Housing Committee this week. The No Class Action Waivers in Leases Act (A3997) bans landlords from sneaking ...

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“The simplest pleasures in life brought Angel and Daniela great joy.  They would often explore local hiking trails finding beauty in nature. They made time to have gatherings in their home and to visit family and friends no matter how near or far. Anyone who knew Angel and Daniela were touched by ...

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