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Woman killed during microburst storm at popular NY campsite identified
A woman who was killed when a large tree fell onto her camper during a severe microburst storm on Sunday has been identified. Carol E. Luistro of Edison, New Jersey, was pronounced dead at the scene, after the storm tore through the Russell Brook campground in Delaware County Sunday morning, according to the Colchester Police Department.
Firefighters battle Somerville house blaze on East Cliff Street
SOMERVILLE – Fire departments from four communities responded Tuesday afternoon to a house blaze on East Cliff Street two blocks from the Somerset County Administration building. Fire companies from Somerville, Manville, Raritan and Finderne responded to the alarm shortly after 2:30 p.m. Smoke was seen coming out of the...
PA Motorcyclist Killed Hitting One Car, Run Over By Another On Route 78 In Hunterdon County
At 10:04 p.m., a BMW motorcycle traveling eastbound on Route 78 in Greenwich Township struck the back of a 2017 Toyota Camry, Charles Marchan, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. As a result of the crash, the motorcyclist, whose name has not been released, was ejected and...
Somerset County Officials Warn of Increasing Tax and Jury Duty Scams
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Somerset County officials are alerting residents to a significant rise in mail and telephone scams targeting the community, particularly the "Distraint Warrant" tax scam and jury duty scams. Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives Francisco Roman Jr., and Somerset County Sheriff Darrin Russo emphasize the urgency of protecting personal information against these fraudulent activities.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Distraint Warrant Tax Scam The Distraint Warrant tax scam involves residents receiving a letter from a fraudulent “Tax Processing Unit” claiming unpaid taxes. The notice urges recipients to...
Victim shot 14 times, now NJ man sentenced for role in attempted robbery
A Middlesex County man is headed to prison for his role in an attempted robbery in New Brunswick where the victim was shot 14 times. 23-year-old Jonathan Rosales of New Brunswick previously pleaded guilty to an indictment charging him with conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery and attempted Hobbs Act robbery.
21-year-old victim of homicide in Hunterdon County, NJ identified
Authorities in Hunterdon County, New Jersey have identified a 21-year-old woman that was shot and killed last week. Amanda Pulver, of Independence, New Jersey, was known to Anthony Garvin, 34, of Netcong, who is accused of killing her, according to a news release from the county prosecutor's office. Garvin remains in Berks County Prison awaiting extradition.
Clark PD Responds to Shots Fired on Stanton St.
CLARK, NJ — Early Wednesday morning, the Clark Police Department responded to a report of shots fired at 9 Stanton Street. Members of the Clark PD quickly concluded that a man was barricaded with a weapon in his possession.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Union County Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) unit was then called in. The suspect is Kenneth Kutyla, a 79-year-old Clark resident. He has since been placed under arrest. The investigation into this incident is currently ongoing. TAPinto Clark will provide additional information once available.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ kidnap victim’s smart move helped cops find car
🚨The woman pretended to be on the phone talking to a relative. 🚨 Dispatchers are trained to handle this type of call. 🚨 Police were able to locate the car as she approached the GWB. A woman secretly kept police on the phone for two hours Wednesday...
🔴 A man has been charged with installing a skimmer on an ATM at a NJ market
MIDDLESEX — A California man has been charged with installing a skimming device on an ATM at a store in the Central Jersey borough in March, police said. A skimmer is a device that scammers attach to card readers to steal card data and PINs. The data can then be used to either make unauthorized purchases, withdraw cash from ATMs or create counterfeit cards.
Police respond to barricaded person inside home in Clark, New Jersey
Police in New Jersey responded to the scene of a barricaded person in Clark on Wednesday morning.Responding officers were attempting to talk the suspect out of the home on Stanton Street just off Madison Hill Road.The police response began sometime before 6 a.m.Officers made phone calls and alerted area residents about the police activity in the neighborhood.Clark Township Police along with the Union County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene.ALSO READ | Person of interest in custody in Central Park sex assault: sourcesKemberly Richardson has more on the person of interest in the recent sexual assault of a woman in Central Park.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* More New Jersey news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Morris County man accused of killing ex-girlfriend told witness to call 911: affidavit
A Morris County man purportedly armed with a handgun snuck into a Warren County home while a family slept early Thursday morning and opened fire, killing his 21-year-old ex-girlfriend and her puppy, according to authorities and family members. Amanda Pulver died after she was allegedly shot in the leg by...
Transportation Worker Dies Days After Quadruple Trenton Shooting: Campaign, Prosecutor
Samier Vincent, 30, of Trenton, died on Thursday, June 27 — four days after an early morning shooting in Trenton, according to the Mercer County Prosecuror's Office. A story on the shooting by Peterson's Breaking News of Trenton can be found by clicking here. The 1:33 a.m. shooting near...
Mercer County Sheriff's Office to Issue Senior IDs on July 22
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office will be visiting the Vincent J. Calcagno Robbinsville Senior Center on Monday, July 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., to process and issue Senior IDs for interested members. This initiative aims to provide seniors with identification that can be essential for various purposes, such as proving age for discounts, accessing senior services, and ensuring safety in case of emergencies. To qualify for a Senior ID, individuals must meet the following criteria:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Be a Mercer County resident aged 62 years or older. Present one of the following documents when photos are taken: Birth Certificate with a raised seal Driver's License with photo Social Security Card Current utility bill with their name listed on the bill Seniors interested in obtaining a Senior ID must visit the main office to obtain and complete the necessary form. The completed form must be submitted to the main office at the Senior Center no later than July 12. For additional details and to determine eligibility, contact the office at 609-259-1567. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
N.J. woman tried to smuggle device into United Arab Emirates, feds say
A Morris County county woman and a Virginia resident were accused this week of illegally exporting and smuggling an aviation device into the United Arab Emirates, federal prosecutors said. Fadi Nammas, 43, of Fairfax, Virginia, and Tara Jamhour, 24, of Rockaway, were arrested Tuesday and charged with one count of...
Scammers Struck Westfield Residents Last Week, Police Say
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Westfield resident is out $10,000 after answering a phone call from someone pretending to be a representative from the fraud department at his financial institution, police said Tuesday. The incident was reported on June 26, police said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER While speaking with the suspect or suspects, the resident granted them remote access to his computer, police said. After several phone conversations, the suspect/s instructed the resident to withdraw $24,000 from his bank account, police said. The suspect/s then directed the resident to purchase $10,000 of Bitcoin and deposit...
Edison Woman Killed by Fallen Tree at New York Campground
EDISON, NJ - A woman from Edison Township was killed by a downed tree at a campground in Delaware County, New York, according to the Colchester Police Department. Authorities say they have identified the victim as Carol E. Luistro. Police say they received numerous reports of trees down at campsites on Saturday due to a passing storm. They were also alerted to an individual trapped in her camper at the Russell Brook Campground, located in Colchester, NY.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to a press release, Luistro was inside the camper when a large tree fell, striking the camper and pinning her under it. Authorities pronounced her dead at the scene. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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