Pair Charged In $18K Jewelry Heist After Deflating Victim's Tire In Central Jersey Pair Charged In $18K Jewelry Heist After Deflating Victim's Tire In Central Jersey
Pair Charged In $18K Jewelry Heist After Deflating Victim's Tire In Central Jersey A pair of New York men have been charged with stealing $18,000 worth of jewelry after deflating a victim's tire, authorities said. The crime took place on August 19, 2022, after the victim visited a jewelry store in Iselin, South Brunswick police said. After leaving the store and traveling Route 27 the victim stopped at a pharmacy. Investigators believe two males inserted a tire-deflation device into the tire of the victim’s vehicle. The victim stopped in the parking lot of Dusal’s Italian Restaurant on Route 27 in Kendall Park to see why their tire was going flat.  When the victim pu…
Rabid Raccoon Found At Central Jersey Dog Park Rabid Raccoon Found At Central Jersey Dog Park
Rabid Raccoon Found At Central Jersey Dog Park A rabid raccoon was found at a park in Central Jersey. On Thursday, Dec. 29, the ill raccoon was found at the Rocky Top Dog Park after it came in contact with an owner’s dogs, South Brunswick police said. The raccoon was tested and found to be positive for rabies. All users of the dog park and nearby neighbors are advised to be alert of any wildlife that may be around the area of the Rocky Top Dog Park. Do not approach any wildlife and keep your pets away from them. If your pet comes in contact with a wild animal, contact the South Brunswick Police and request assistance from the Animal …
Driver, 23, Killed In Weekend Crash On Route 1 Central Jersey Driver, 23, Killed In Weekend Crash On Route 1 Central Jersey
Driver, 23, Killed In Weekend Crash On Route 1 Central Jersey A 23-year-old man from Mercer County was killed in a weekend crash in Central Jersey, authorities said. The man's name had not been released by South Brunswick police.  The crash happened at 12:21 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 on Route 1 at Greenview Avenue and involved three vehicles, police said. The 23-year-old was driving a Toyota Camry south on Route 1 and lost control, hit two vehicles and a utility pole, police said.
Serious Crash Blocks Traffic On Route 130 Central Jersey: Police Serious Crash Blocks Traffic On Route 130 Central Jersey: Police
Serious Crash Blocks Traffic On Route 130 Central Jersey: Police A serious crash blocked one lane of traffic on Route 130 North in South Brunswick, authorities said. The crash occurred early Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 20 on Route 130 between Deans Rhode Hall Road and Georges Road, South Brunswick police said. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Truck Blows Through Red Light, Injures Teens In Central Jersey: Police Truck Blows Through Red Light, Injures Teens In Central Jersey: Police
Truck Blows Through Red Light, Injures Teens In Central Jersey: Police A New York truck driver faces criminal charges for a crash that seriously injured two teenagers in Central Jersey, authorities said. South Brunswick police said the truck was "over a football field" away from the intersection when the traffic light turned red, but never stopped.  More details were expected later.
Serious Crash Closes Central Jersey Roadway Serious Crash Closes Central Jersey Roadway
Serious Crash Closes Central Jersey Roadway A serious crash closed a roadway in Central Jersey, authorities said. The crash was reported at about 10:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9. South Brunswick police said that Promenade Boulevard westbound was closed at Route 1 due to the crash.  Police expected the area to be disrupted for the next four hours. Promenade Boulevard eastbound will be reduced to a single lane, police said. Avoid the area and plan alternate routes.
2 Stabbings Shake Up Central Jersey Town: Report 2 Stabbings Shake Up Central Jersey Town: Report
2 Stabbings Shake Up Central Jersey Town: Report Two local men were attacked in a pair of back-to-back stabbings in South Brunswick, MyCentralJersey.com reported. At 7:50 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 8, police received a call from the first man seeking medical attention at the Home Depot on Route 1, South Brunswick Police Lt. Gene Rickle told the outlet, adding that this was not a random attack. While no suspect was located, officers found a second victim — a 20-year-old man — in the area with knife wounds a short time later before both men were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, the report says. Anyone with information is asked to contac…
21-Year-Old Passenger Killed In Central Jersey Crash: Police 21-Year-Old Passenger Killed In Central Jersey Crash: Police
21-Year-Old Passenger Killed In Central Jersey Crash: Police South Brunswick Police continue to investigate a fatal crash that killed a 21-year-old passenger from Monroe.  At 10:32 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, South Brunswick police received multiple 911 calls of an overturned van on Route 130 near Deans Rhode Hall Road.  Officers found a 2003 Ford Econoline van had been traveling Route 130 southbound being driven by Eli Szmer a 32-year-old man from Monroe.  Szmer for unknown reasons lost control of his vehicle and crossed the grass divider, the northbound lanes of travel then struck the guardrail off the northbound shoulder of the highway…
'Abduction' Of Bloodied Woman In South Brunswick Was Big Misunderstanding 'Abduction' Of Bloodied Woman In South Brunswick Was Big Misunderstanding
'Abduction' Of Bloodied Woman In South Brunswick Was Big Misunderstanding What police in South Brunswick initially believed was a possible abduction turned out to be a big misunderstanding, police said. Authorities launched an investigation Wednesday, Aug. 3, when witnesses said they saw a woman bleeding from her head and yelling help being pulled into the cab of a tractor trailer. Turns out, the woman had fallen and hit her head, and knew the man who helped her. The pair rushed off to seek medical treatment, abc7 says. "South Brunswick detectives received tips from around the country after releasing the video and images on social media," South Brunswick police …
Fatal Crash Reported In Central Jersey: Police Fatal Crash Reported In Central Jersey: Police
Fatal Crash Reported In Central Jersey: Police An unidentified man was killed in a crash in Central Jersey, authorities said. The crash happened just before 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 2 on Kingston Lane at Ridge Road in South Brunswick, police said. South Brunswick police said the road would be closed for three hours during an investigation. Two other people were reported hurt, police said, one critically. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Suspect 'Zoom-Bombed' High School Student's Virtual Memorial Service: Police Suspect 'Zoom-Bombed' High School Student's Virtual Memorial Service: Police
Suspect 'Zoom-Bombed' High School Student's Virtual Memorial Service: Police A suspect has been identified and charged in a Zoom attack on a virtual memorial service for a South Brunswick High School student, authorities said. The memorial service was being held for 17-year-old Emily Murillo who tragically died in January 2021, according to South Brunswick Police Chief Raymond Hayducka. Due to the coronavirus, the memorial service was broadcasted virtually.  During the service, an unknown person entered the Zoom and threatened to blow up the funeral home and make the casket turn to ashes. The suspect is a juvenile from North Jersey. “It was unspeakable …
IDENTIFIED: 'Confused' Man Found Wandering In Central Jersey Park IDENTIFIED: 'Confused' Man Found Wandering In Central Jersey Park
Identified: 'Confused' Man Found Wandering In Central Jersey Park UPDATE: The man has been identified and is safe, authorities said. ORIGINAL STORY: Police in Central Jersey are looking to identify this man who was found walking in a local park. The man was found on Tuesday, July 5 along Route 27 in South Brunswick. "He is confused and unable to give his name," South Brunswick police said on Twitter. The man is described as being 5'10 inches tall in his late 50s or early 60s and wearing jeans, sneakers, a gray t-shirt and a straw hat. Any information, please call 732-329-4646