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Oradell NJ, River Dell Regional High School and Middle School were placed on lockdown Friday morning following a potential threat reported by federal authorities. The situation was resolved within 30 minutes, and no active threat was found, according to local officials.
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Oradell NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 23-year-old GERALD A. PICADO of Fair Lawn, NJ on charges of aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual contact, criminal sexual contact, 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 Matthew Finck and the Oradell Police Department under the direction of Chief William Wicker.
Continue reading Fair Lawn Man Charge with Multiple Sexual Assaults on Oradell Victim
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Oradell NJ, in a lawsuit filed this week, Oradell Police Sgt. Richard Liguori has accused the borough, the Police Department, and his supervisor, Lt. David Gangemi, of orchestrating a campaign to undermine his career and health. The allegations paint a picture of prolonged harassment, intimidation, and a toxic workplace culture within the department.
Continue reading Oradell Police Sergeant Files Lawsuit Alleging Career Sabotage and Harassment
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Oradell NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of VASHAWN A. DAVIS, 28, of Paterson, NJ for strict liability in a drug-induced death and drug distribution-related charges. The arrest is the result of a year-long investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Oradell Police Department under the direction of Chief William Wicker.
Continue reading Paterson Drug Dealer Charged in the Overdose Death of Oradell Man
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Continue reading Oradell Police Warn of Anonymous Opportunists Using Snapchat to Blackmail Juveniles
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Oradell NJ, Oradell Avenue has reopened in both directions, after a sinkhole had kept the eastbound side of the thoroughfare closed since the end of May. A sinkhole caused by a ruptured sewer line was first spotted on May 23 near the Oradell Street train station. According to Police ,there will be periodic maintenance this week during day time hours. Traffic will need to be altered so stay tuned for traffic updates.
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Oradell NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of SUZETTE R. HART (DOB: 01/13/1966; married; teacher) of 570 Fletcher Avenue, Oradell, NJ on the charge of Theft By Deception. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti, the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office under the direction of Sheriff Anthony Cureton, and the Oradell Police Department under the direction of Chief William Wicker.
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Oradell NJ,according to the Oradell Police Department , Two vehicles were stolen in town yesterday both unlocked with key fobs inside.
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July 6,2018
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Norwood NJ, Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo announced the arrest of PETRO “PETER” BARBOUNIS (DOB: 06/14/1972; married; and employed as a consultant) of 12 Second Street, Norwood, NJ on charges of Invasion Of Privacy. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti.
On Friday, June 29, 2018, members of the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit executed a court-authorized search warrant at the residence of Petro “Peter” BARBOUNIS during an invasion of privacy investigation. The investigation revealed that BARBOUNIS used a camera to record two victims depicting them nude and/or sexually explicit without their knowledge or consent.
As a result of the investigation, Petro “Peter” BARBOUNIS was arrested on June 29, 2018 and charged with two counts of Invasion Of Privacy, N.J.S.A. 2C:14-9B(1), a 3rd degree crime. BARBOUNIS is scheduled for a first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, NJ on July 18, 2018, at 9:00 a.m.
Acting Prosecutor Calo states that the charges are merely an accusation and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Acting Prosecutor Calo would also like to thank the Norwood Police Department for its assistance, as well as the Lyndhurst, Hillsdale, and Oradell Police Departments, which participate in the Bergen County Cyber Crimes Task Force.
December 1,2017
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Paramus NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Gurbir S. Grewal announced the arrest of JOHN P. HUANG (DOB: 4/10/70; single; and employed as an Information Technology professional) of Paramus, New Jersey on charges of Aggravated Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Production of Child Pornography, Attempted Distribution of Child Pornography, and Possession of Child Pornography. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by members of the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti.
On Wednesday, November 29, 2017, members of the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit executed a court-authorized search warrant at the residence of John HUANG during the course of an Internet child pornography investigation. The investigation revealed that John HUANG utilized the Internet to view, possess, and attempt to distribute digital images depicting nude or sexually explicit prepubescent and pubescent children. In addition, the investigation revealed that HUANG endangered the welfare of a child and produced/manufactured child pornography by taking digital pictures of a 10-year-old victim, which were nude or sexually explicit. Furthermore, the investigation revealed that HUANG sexually assaulted the 10-year-old victim.
As a result of the investigation, John HUANG was arrested on November 29, 2017 in Paramus and charged with one count of Aggravated Sexual Assault, N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2(a)1, a first degree crime; one count of Production of Child Pornography, N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4(b)3, a first degree crime; one count of Sexual Assault, N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2B, a second degree crime; one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4(a)1, a second degree crime; one count of Attempted Distribution of Child Pornography, N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4(b)5(a), a second degree crime; and one count of Possession of Child Pornography in an amount greater than 100 images, N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4(b)5(b), a third degree crime. HUANG was remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending his arraignment, and is scheduled to appear at Bergen County Central Judicial Processing Court for a first appearance on December 13, 2017 at 8:30 a.m.
Prosecutor Grewal states that these charges are merely accusations and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Prosecutor Grewal would also like to thank the municipal police agencies that lend support to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Cyber Crimes Task Force, and whose personnel assisted with this investigation, namely the Paramus Police Department, the Ramsey Police Department, and the Oradell Police Department.
November 23,2016
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Oradell NJ, According to the Oradell Police Department Endangered Missing Person Donald Richard had been located safely and is receiving medical attention. The Oradell Police Department would like to thank everyone who helped search for Mr. Richard and who shared our post.
**Endangered Missing Person**
The Oradell Police Department is attempting to locate Donald Richard of Oradell. Mr. Richard is 79 y/o, M, white, 5’8″ and 160 lbs. Mr. Richard was last seen on 11/21/16 at 5:00 PM walking south on Forest Ave. Mr. Richard was wearing sneakers, blue jeans and a blue LL Bean down jacket. Mr. Richard suffers from Alzheimers and Dementia. If you come into contact with Mr. Richard contact the nearest police department. Please help us locate Mr. Richard safely by sharing this post and spreading the word.