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NJ Professor Guilty of Tax Evasion: $1.25M Fraud
Princeton Junction resident faces severe penalties after being found guilty of evading $1.25 million in taxes over four years. Princeton Junction, N.J. - A Mercer County man has been found guilty of evading federal income taxes and filing false tax returns, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Friday, August 16, 2024. Gordian A. Ndubizu, 69, of Princeton Junction, New Jersey, was convicted on August 15, 2024, on all eight counts of an indictment that included four counts of tax evasion and four counts of filing false tax returns for the tax years 2014 through 2017.
NJ Launches Summer-End “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign
NEW JERSEY - As summer draws to a close, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) have announced the start of an intensified campaign to combat impaired driving across New Jersey. The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” initiative, kicking off today and running through Labor Day on September 2, seeks to reduce crash risks and heighten awareness about the dangers of impaired driving during the busy summer season.
Guilty Pleas in Gunpoint Robberies & Conspiracy: Crime Spree in Three States
NEWARK, N.J. – Ramel Harris, 42, and Neville Brown, 40, both from Brooklyn, New York, have admitted to their involvement in a series of armed robberies at check cashing locations across New Jersey, as well as conspiring to commit additional robberies in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced their guilty pleas on August 14, 2024, in Newark federal court before U.S. District Judge Claire C. Cecchi.
Rollin' 60s Crips Member Pleads Guilty to Racketeering & Cocaine Charges
NEWARK, N.J. – Kareem Green, also known as "Try Me," a 32-year-old member of the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips gang, has admitted to his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.
NJ Man Receives 12-Year Prison Term for Child Sexual Abuse
NEWARK, N.J. – Frank Maile, a 68-year-old resident of Hamilton, New Jersey, and former Ocean County resident, was sentenced to 12 years in prison on August 15, 2024, for engaging in illicit sexual conduct abroad, including the production of child pornography.
Enhancing Language Access: New Jersey Courts Address Discrimination
NEWARK, N.J. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, in collaboration with the New Jersey Judiciary, have reached an agreement to enhance court services for people with limited English proficiency (LEP).
Saudi National Guilty to Interstate Transportation of Stolen School Bus
NEWARK, N.J. – Bader Alzahrani, a 24-year-old Saudi Arabian national, has admitted to transporting a stolen school bus across state lines, according to an announcement made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Alzahrani entered his guilty plea on August 14, 2024, before U.S. District Judge Evelyn Padin in Newark federal court.
Record 1.5M New Jerseyans to Receive Property Tax Relief Payments
NEW JERSEY - The New Jersey Division of Taxation is preparing to launch the new season of the ANCHOR property tax relief program, with a record 1.5 million residents set to receive automatic payments. The program, which has become a cornerstone of the state’s property tax relief efforts, will see significant improvements this year aimed at simplifying the process for both returning and new applicants.
NJ Hospital Settles Improper PPP Loan: $3.15M Settlement
NEW JERSEY - An Atlantic County health system has reached a settlement agreement with the United States government over allegations that it improperly received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.
NJ Landscaping Company Fined $38K for Labor Law Violations
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) has ordered VLD Landscaping L.L.C. of New Brunswick to pay $38,055.83 in back wages, penalties, and fees after an investigation by the Division of Wage and Hour Compliance uncovered several labor law violations affecting five employees.
Emergency Blood Shortage: Heat & Hurricanes Cause 25% Drop in National Blood Inventory
MORRISTOWN, N.J. - The American Red Cross is grappling with an emergency blood shortage, as a combination of record-setting summer heat and severe natural disasters have severely impacted blood drives across the nation. The organization's national blood inventory plummeted by 25% in July, raising alarm as hospitals continue to rely on dwindling supplies to meet patient needs.
NJ TRANSIT Fare Holiday: Free Rides from Aug. 26 - Sept. 2
MORRISTOWN, N.J. - Governor Phil Murphy announced today that NJ TRANSIT will offer a fare holiday from August 26 through September 2, 2024. During this period, customers can ride for free on all NJ TRANSIT buses, trains, and light rail services. This initiative is intended as a "Thank You" to the hundreds of thousands of loyal customers who rely on public transit every day.
Crypto Company to Refund NJ Investors in Securities Probe
NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with the Division of Consumer Affairs and the Bureau of Securities, is urging New Jersey investors to withdraw any remaining virtual assets from the Abra trading and lending platform as the company winds down its U.S. operations. This comes after a multistate investigation revealed that Abra sold interest-bearing crypto accounts in violation of state securities laws.
$4.5M Settlement for Health Data Breach Impacting Over 331k New Jerseyans
A ransomware attack exposed the personal health information of over 331,600 New Jersey residents, prompting legal action and strengthened cybersecurity measures. MORRISTOWN, N.J. - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Attorneys General of New York and Connecticut, announced a $4.5 million settlement with Enzo Biochem, Inc., a biotechnology company, for failing to protect the personal and private health information of its patients. The settlement follows an investigation into a 2023 ransomware attack that compromised the data of approximately 2.4 million patients nationwide, including 331,600 in New Jersey.
International Cybercrime Leader Extradited to NJ
NEWARK, N.J. – Maksim Silnikau, a 38-year-old national of Belarus and Ukraine, made his initial appearance in Newark federal court today after being extradited from Poland. Silnikau is facing charges related to leading two international cybercrime schemes, according to court documents unsealed Monday, August 12, 2024.
NJ Launches Research Project to Boost Student Learning
The New Jersey Department of Education has initiated a comprehensive research project to identify and promote innovative educational practices that have significantly accelerated student learning in schools across the state.
Construction Projects Cause Traffic Delays in Morris County
Interstates 287, 280 & 80, NJ 10, 15 & 23, and US 46 Experience Construction and Traffic Delys into Commuting Hours. Morris County, NJ - Drivers across Morris County are advised to prepare for significant lane closures due to ongoing construction projects on various highways. These closures are expected to cause delays throughout the day.
Guilty Plea: Man Laundered Funds in Elder and Computer Fraud Schemes
NEWARK, N.J. - A Queens man has admitted to laundering money obtained through elder fraud and computer fraud schemes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today. Hector Claveria, 51, of Elmhurst, New York, pleaded guilty to international money laundering before U.S. District Judge Esther Salas in Newark federal court.
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