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Prosecutor: Statement On Grand Jury Finding In Police Involved Shooting Death Of Kevin Allen

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 14:11:37 GMT

On June 15, 2016, after considering testimony and evidence, a Bergen County Grand Jury voted not to file criminal charges against two Lyndhurst Police Department officers involved in the fatal shooting of Kevin Allen on May 29, 2015.

Grand Jury Votes No Bill On Indictment Of Police Officers In Lyndhurst Shooting Death Of Kevin Allen

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 13:18:16 GMT

The police officers who shot and killed 36-year-old Kevin Allen inside the Lyndhurst library in May were cleared by a Grand Jury today in Bergen County Superior Court. Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Gurbir S. Grewal informed the family of the decision moments ago.

Bill Reforming Chemical Safety Laws Championed By Late Senator Lautenberg Headed To President’s Desk

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 14:49:42 GMT

Today, U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Bob Menendez were joined by the family of U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg in honoring the late senator’s legacy following passage of landmark legislation he spent his career championing that protects families and children from toxic chemicals found in everyday products.

Orlando Gunman's Former NJ Wife Says Mateen Mentally Ill [Video]

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 11:41:46 GMT

Sitora Yusufiy married Orlando gunman Omar Mateen in 2009 after the two met online while she was living in New Jersey and he was in Florida. The marriage was relatively brief and ended after the family found out Yusufiy was being abused.

Passaic County Doctor Accused Of Sexual Misconduct Against Female Patients And Staff Members Has License Suspended

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 10:37:33 GMT

Dr. Alex Sarkodie, who owns a private practice in Paterson, agreed to the temporary license suspension shortly after the Attorney General filed a Complaint with the Board of Medical Examiners (“BME”), alleging the doctor had engaged in gross or repeated malpractice and professional misconduct that turned his patients and staff into “victims of sexual abuse.”

Corrections Officer Sentenced To 25 Years For Sexual Abuse Of Detainee

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 10:20:01 GMT

A former corrections officer with the Essex County Correctional Facility was sentenced today to 300 months in prison for sexually assaulting a pretrial detainee and then lying about it to investigators,

Updated: Names Of All 49 Victims Released In Orlando Deadly Shooting

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 05:12:43 GMT

Authorities have released the names of all 49 victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida.

Authorities Provide Update On Florida Deadly Shooting

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 12:33:20 GMT

On Sunday afternoon authorities conducted a press conference to update details of the ongoing investigation into the shooting deaths of 50 people and the wounding of over 50 more in the early hours of Sunday morning at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando.

Islamic State News Agency Amaq Issues Report Saying IS Fighter Was Behind Orlando Shooting

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 11:52:47 GMT

Amaq News Agency, the “official” media arm of the Islamic State, has commented on the shooting in Orlando, Florida carried out by Omar Mateen that left at least 50 dead. It reads:

Obama: Florida Shootings ‘Act Of Terror And Act Of Hate’ [Video]

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 11:18:10 GMT

President Obama addressed the nation on Sunday calling the mass killings at a gay nightclub in Orlando an “act of terror and an act of hate.”

Florida Shooter Swore Allegiance To ISIS Leader In 911 Call Before Attack

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 10:58:19 GMT

Omar Saddiqui Mateen has been identified as the gunman who opened fire at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando, killing at least 50 people and wounding more than 50 others. Mateen, who was killed by police, was born in New York and lives in Fort Pierce, Florida, officials said.

Bergen Dispatch Recognized By NJ Society of Professional Journalists At Annual Award Brunch

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 12:27:46 GMT

On Saturday, the Bergen Dispatch was recognized by the New Jersey Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists at its annual award brunch.

$50K Bail For Old Tappan Man Who Posted Sexually Explicit Images Of A Woman On Internet

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 16:03:29 GMT

Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Gurbir S. Grewal announced the arrest of Daniel G. Pfeiffer, age 27 of Old Tappan, New Jersey, relating to charges of Stalking and Invasion of Privacy.

Split Appellate Decision Overturns Conviction Of Man Found Guilty In Lyndhurst Killing Of Police Officer’s Son

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 13:49:59 GMT

In a split decision, a New Jersey Appellate panel, on Friday, reversed and remanded for a new trial the 2013 conviction of Fernando Carrero. Carrero was convicted of the 2007 shooting death of 21-year-old Jose Hall, the son of a Newark police officer who was planning to join the police force.

Appeals Court Reverses Order Requiring DYFS To Pay Attorney Appointed By Bergen Judge $375 Per Hour

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 13:45:47 GMT

On Friday, a New Jersey Appellate Court reversed an order from a Bergen County Family Court judge requiring the Division of Child Protective Services, a.k.a. DYFS, to pay an attorney $375 per hour to act as guardian ad litem (GAL) for a nine year old in a child custody case.

Second Birdsall Executive Sentenced To Prison For Participating In Scheme To Use Employees To Make Illegal Political Contributions

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 12:10:15 GMT

Acting Attorney General Robert Lougy announced that the former executive vice president of Birdsall Services Group (BSG) was sentenced to state prison today for his role in a criminal scheme in which more than $1 million in corporate political contributions were illegally made

Booker Resolution Honoring the Life of Muhammad Ali Passes Senate

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 11:55:33 GMT

A resolution introduced by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., and Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, honoring the life and achievements of Muhammad Ali following his death last Friday evening was passed by the Senate this afternoon by voice vote.

Seven Sentenced In Cargo Theft Ring Responsible For More Than $1.5 Million In Thefts

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 11:45:00 GMT

Acting Attorney General Robert Lougy announced that seven men were sentenced to state prison and jail terms today for conspiring in a $1.5 million series of thefts involving tractor-trailers loaded with cargo, including clothing, beauty products, auto parts and beer, which the defendants stole and fenced

Administration Partners with Libraries to Expand Job Search Assistance

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 11:31:33 GMT

The Christie Administration today announced the investment of nearly $1.4 million to provide uniform career guidance and job search assistance services at libraries throughout the state.

Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations And Direct Appointments 6.10.2016

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 11:28:27 GMT

Governor Chris Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate. The Governor’s nominations are subject to the advice and consent of the State Senate. Governor Chris Christie also filed the following direct appointments and departmental appointments with the Secretary of State's Office.

Hackensack Mayor Drops Republican Party Affiliation, Says Trump Comments Racist

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 08:50:08 GMT

Weeks after deciding that the City would hire a Democratic operative’s Secaucus public relations firm, Hackensack’s Mayor and Deputy Mayor filed change of party registration forms with the Bergen County Board of Elections.

Senate Hearing On Tenure Of Judge Reprimanded By Supreme Court Shines A Light On The Defects Of NJ Family Court

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 22:33:58 GMT

While Portelli was unanimously approved by the Committee for tenure, comments by Bergen County State Senators Gerald Cardinale and Loretta Weinberg should be applauded for addressing what is a widespread concern with New Jersey’s Family Courts.

Couple Charged With Food Stamp Fraud, Used EBT Cards To Buy Supplies For Pizzeria

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 17:58:48 GMT

Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced the arrest of Raymond T. Totino, 66, and his wife, Carole R. Totino, 69, both of North Haledon, New Jersey for food stamp fraud.

Christie: NJ Supreme Court COLA Decision A Huge Victory For Taxpayers

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 16:08:35 GMT

Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement on today’s New Jersey Supreme Court pension ruling:

Weinberg, Sarlo & Gordon Introduce Bill to Reform Oversight of Bergen County Regional Medical Center

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 16:00:04 GMT

Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg, Senator Paul Sarlo and Senator Bob Gordon today introduced legislation to create a county hospital authority to oversee the Bergen County Regional Medical Center.