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Why Meetups for Gaming Computers are Becoming High-Risk Targets in North Jersey

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This Marketplace Meetup Ended in an Armed Car Burglary—Now 3 Face Serious Charges in Lodi

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Lodi NJ, It’s a scenario millions of people take part in every single week: meeting up with a local buyer from social media to flip a piece of used tech for quick cash. But a recent online marketplace sale in Bergen County serves as a chilling reminder of just how quickly these standard meetups can spiral out of control.

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Bergen County Pickleball Coach Arrested Following Multi-Agency Cyber Crimes Raid

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Bergen County Pickleball Coach Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ — A 25-year-old local athletic coach is facing serious felony charges after a sweeping digital investigation uncovered the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

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Massive $7.7 Million Cyber Heist Hits Bergen County Business: Wyckoff Man Facing First-Degree Charges

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$7.7 Million Real Estate Scam: Wyckoff Man and Florida Accomplice Arrested in Massive Bergen County Wire Fraud Bust

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Wyckoff , NJ — A high-stakes cyber fraud investigation has culminated in the arrest of a Wyckoff resident and a Florida man accused of laundering millions from a local real estate transaction.

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of 49-year-old Jason S. McNeill of Wyckoff, NJ, and 43-year-old Ryan A. Telesford of Lake Worth, FL. Both men face severe first- and second-degree financial crime charges following a multi-agency, cross-country investigation into a massive business email compromise (BEC) scheme.

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Guatemalan National Arrested After Ridgefield Park Residential Sexual Assault

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Ridgefield Park Man Charged with Attempted Sexual Assault; ICE Takes Custody of Guatemalan National

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RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ — A joint investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and local police has led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Ridgefield Park resident following a reported violent encounter at a local residence.

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Attempted Murder Charges Filed in Brutal Wallington Stabbing; 74-Year-Old Victim Stable After Narrow Escape

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Wallington Man Charged with Attempted Murder Following Violent Stabbing Incident

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WALLINGTON, NJ – A quiet morning on Strong Street was shattered this weekend after a medical call transitioned into a major criminal investigation. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 42-year-old Sean McAvinue on charges including first-degree attempted murder.

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North Jersey Teacher Faces Cruelty Charges After Alleged Narcotic Use During Class

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Nutley Teacher Arrested: Narcotic Use Alleged While Supervising Children in Bergen County

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Nutley NJ, A Nutley, NJ woman is facing serious legal consequences following an investigation into allegations of child endangerment and substance abuse during school hours. Jenna Junio, 41, was arrested by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office on charges that have sent shockwaves through the local community.

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Palisades Park Daycare Teacher Arrested: Child Endangerment and Assault Charges Filed

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Palisades Park, NJ – A local daycare teacher is facing serious legal consequences following an investigation into an incident involving a juvenile at a Palisades Park childcare facility.

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Broad Daylight Stabbing in Hackensack: Two Charged After Machete-Wielding Altercation

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Machete and Knife Duel: Two Charged Following Violent Altercation in Hackensack

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Hackensack NJ, A terrifying daytime confrontation involving a machete and a knife has led to the arrest of an 18-year-old and charges against a juvenile in Hackensack. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the charges following a joint investigation into a stabbing that occurred on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

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Bergen County Prosecutor Details Violent Fairview Assault; Suspect in Custody

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Fairview Stabbing Investigation: 60-Year-Old Man Charged with Attempted Murder

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FAIRVIEW, NJ — A violent early-morning confrontation on Grant Street has resulted in the arrest of a local man on first-degree attempted murder charges. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella confirmed the arrest of Victor A. Soto, 60, following a swift joint investigation by the Fairview Police Department and the Prosecutor’s Major Crimes Unit.

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Joint Investigation Leads to Sexual Misconduct Charges Against Essex County Resident

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Belleville Man Facing Charges Following Sexual Abuse Investigation in North Arlington

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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ — A 36-year-old Essex County man has been arrested and charged following a joint investigation into the sexual abuse of a minor. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Ahmed A. Rady of Belleville, NJ, in connection with incidents reported earlier this month.

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Fairview Man Charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Juvenile

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Charged with Multiple Sexual Assaults

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Fairview NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 59-year-old ELDER G. MIMBELA-PORTILLA of Fairview, NJ on charges of aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer, and the Fairview Police Department, under the direction of Chief Vincent Belucci.

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Shots Fired in Rochelle Park: Victim Injured in Violent Howard Avenue Home Invasion

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Police Alert: Shots Fired During Early Morning Home Invasion in Rochelle Park

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Rochelle Park NJ, Residents on a quiet Bergen County street were jolted awake early Tuesday morning as an armed home invasion escalated into a shooting. Rochelle Park authorities and the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office are currently investigating the violent encounter that left one person injured and a neighborhood on edge.

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Company Controller Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Nearly $1M from Bergen Firm

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Nearly $1 Million Stolen: Former Bergen County Controller Arrested in Massive Corporate Fraud Scheme

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North Haldon NJ, a lengthy investigation into corporate greed has culminated in the arrest of a North Haledon man accused of treating a local company like his personal piggy bank.

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Pennsylvania Fire Bug Charged in East Rutherford Hotel Fire

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East Ruherford NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 36-year-old SEAN P. MCDERMOTT, with recent addresses in Tobyhanna, PA and East Moriches, NY, on charges of attempted aggravated arson, attempted arson, and creating a risk of widespread injury or damage. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer, and the East Rutherford Police Department, under the direction of Chief Dennis Rivelli.

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Last Fugitive In Maywood Armed Jewelry Store Robbery Picked Up In NYC After 22-Month Hunt

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Maywood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the capture of 26-year-old CRISTIAN RICARDO VERA CASTILLO of Brooklyn, NY, a fugitive sought by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and Maywood Police Department in relation to an armed robbery in Maywood, NJ in 2024. This latest development is the result of an extensive investigation that has spanned a total of 22 months by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer, and the Maywood Police Department, under the direction of Chief Terence Kenny.

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