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Morris County, NJ – Juan A. Fernandez, a 61-year-old resident of Towaco, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for aggravated sexual assault. The sentence was announced by Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll along with Chief of Detectives Robert McNally and Montville Township Police Chief Andrew Caggiano. Fernandez pled guilty on June 19 to one count of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, according to N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2(a)(1). The Honorable Ralph Amirata, J.S.C., imposed the 16-year sentence on October 4, specifying that it must be served in full with no chance for early release. Additionally, Fernandez is subject to…
Baltimore, MD – The Maryland Lottery’s $30 FAST PLAY VIP Club game has reached a historic jackpot level, now exceeding previous records. As of 10:20 a.m. on Tuesday, the progressive jackpot for the VIP Club game has risen to $2,687,862, surpassing the previous record set in 2021 by the FAST PLAY Diamond Mine game, which had a jackpot of $2,620,246. Progressive jackpots in the FAST PLAY games increase with the sale of each ticket until a ticket with the winning progressive jackpot is purchased. Current progressive jackpot amounts are printed on each ticket when sold, ensuring that players are aware…
Brick Township, NJ– Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced that Christopher Budelman, aged 37, from Brick Township, has pled guilty to two counts of Sexual Assault. His plea was made on Friday before Judge Kenneth T. Palmer, J.S.C., and relates to incidents from June 2022. The State seeks a seven-year New Jersey State Prison term for each count, with the sentences running concurrently. Budelman will also face the conditions of Megan’s Law, Nicole’s Law prohibiting contact with victims, and Parole Supervision for Life. The investigation began with a referral from the New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against…
Wilkes-Barre, PA – A 30-year-old man from Ashley, Pennsylvania was taken into custody on Monday afternoon by the Wilkes-Barre City Police. The arrest occurred following the suspect’s attempt to present false identification to officers. The incident took place at 2:45 PM near South Main and Academy Streets when patrol officers identified Joel Perez as having an active warrant. The warrant was initially issued by the Dickson City Police Department. Upon making contact, officers informed Perez of the active warrant. Perez responded by giving a false name but was subsequently arrested. During the ensuing search after his arrest, officers discovered suspected…
WILKES-BARRE, PA- A theft by unlawful taking was reported on South River Street leading to an active investigation by the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department. On Monday, October 7th, at 4:00 PM, a 28-year-old woman from Wilkes-Barre visited the City Headquarters to report that her firearm had been stolen. The victim explained that she had hosted a party at her home on October 5th. The following day, upon checking her bathroom cabinet, she discovered that her Taurus 9mm semi-automatic handgun was missing. There was no information on any suspect at the time of the report. Police confirmed the incident and are…
NEW YORK — A confrontation between New York City Department of Correction officials occurred Tuesday night at Gracie Mansion during a Hispanic Heritage event, with the agency’s top spokeswoman throwing a cellphone belonging to a senior colleague, according to video footage. The video shows Annais Morales, press secretary for the Department of Correction, seizing the cellphone from Mariam Singh, the department’s health and safety compliance director, and then hurling it across the room. The incident unfolded in front of attendees gathered for the event, which was hosted by Mayor Eric Adams. Do yall know the press secretary for New York’s…
EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A lost dog was found Wednesday afternoon at the Brunswick Square Mall and is currently receiving treatment at a local veterinary facility, according to the East Brunswick Police Department. The animal was recovered around 12:32 p.m. and taken to Garden State Veterinary Services Care for evaluation. Authorities are seeking to reunite the dog with its owner, who can contact the department at 732-390-6900 for further information. The condition of the dog has not been disclosed. For other inquiries, the police department advises contacting Animal Control via email at AnimalControl@ebpd.net. The circumstances of how the dog ended…
BROOKLYN, Md. — Anne Arundel County police are investigating a non-contact shooting in the 5700 block of Ritchie Highway, the department announced. Officers are currently on the scene, and an increased police presence is expected in the area. Authorities have not reported any injuries related to the incident. Residents and commuters are advised to follow the directions of officers on site as the investigation continues. Further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting have not yet been released. The situation remains under investigation.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 43-year-old man wanted in connection with an August shooting was arrested Sunday after attempting to flee from officers while carrying a loaded handgun, police said. Juan Maldonado, of Pleasantville, was taken into custody in the 2500 block of Pacific Avenue following a brief pursuit. The arrest occurred around 6:26 a.m. on October 6 when Officer Michael Regalbuto spotted Maldonado riding a bicycle. Maldonado had an active warrant stemming from an August 17 shooting on the 100 block of North Georgia Avenue, where a man was injured but survived. The Violence Crimes Unit had identified Maldonado…
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — A 24-year-old Stafford man was taken into custody Friday night following a brief pursuit with deputies that ended on Baldwin Drive, authorities said. The suspect, Devin Chewning, was charged with felony eluding and reckless driving after attempting to flee a traffic stop on October 4. The incident began around 9:28 p.m. when Deputy J.W. Ahern spotted an Acura traveling at 66 mph on Northbound Warrenton Road. After the driver abruptly slowed down, Deputy Ahern activated his emergency lights in an attempt to pull the vehicle over. However, as the Acura approached the red light at the…