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State hit with $12M judgment after rookie trooper arrests stroke victim
A state trooper arrested a driver who had a stroke instead of seeking medical help, prompting a negligence claim and a $12 ...
NJ lawmakers create new bill to combat impersonating first responders
First responders can be some of the most trustworthy figures in our communities, but some will try to impersonate them to commit other crimes. “While these ...
This Paterson school struggles with high absenteeism, poverty — and potential gang threat
School 6 has the highest absenteeism rate among K-8 schools in Paterson. It serves a neighborhood with high poverty, a food ...
N.J. man stole car, hurt 4 cops as he fled, authorities say
A man was arrested on Friday after he allegedly fled from two separate crime scenes in a stolen car, injuring multiple police officers, officials said. Azeem Mark, 21, of Piscataway, was arrested by ...
N.J. cop accused of having sex in front of kids will be fired, police say
The Hamilton police department in Mercer County said Friday it plans to fire an officer facing child pornography charges after suspending him without pay. Hamilton police officer Brian DiBiasi, 39, ...