Crime of the Week
If you have any information about these crimes or any person(s) involved, you are urged to call Crime Stoppers at or submit a Web Tip . You do not have to give your name. CRIME STOPPERS will pay a cash reward of up to $1000 and you can remain anonymous.
Assistance needed for a hit and run accident in 2009
August 06, 2021
A Sayreville woman died in April of 2009 after being struck by a hit and run motorist on Bordentown Avenue.
Karen Costello, 52, of the Parlin section, was hit by a vehicle at 9:24 a.m. March 20, according to police.
No witnesses came forward with a vehicle description or any other information regarding the suspect, according to Lt. Robert Moser of the Old Bridge Police Department.
“We don’t know what kind of car, [or] what had happened,” Moser said. He said police are investigating the incident.
The incident occurred in the area of a sharp curve in the road on Bordentown Avenue near Waterworks and Cheesequake roads, Moser said. The speed limit along that part of Bordentown Avenue is 40 mph, but it is not known how fast the driver was going when the pedestrian was hit.
The driver faces a charge of leaving the scene of an accident, and additional charges would depend on a variety of factors as police continue to investigate the incident.
Help Needed to Identify a vehicle and suspects for a Homicide in New Brunswick
July 07, 2021
STATUS: OPENInvestigation of a fatal shooting in New Brunswick
Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Director Anthony A. Caputo of the New Brunswick Police Department announced today that authorities are investigating a fatal shooting which took place on Tuesday December 1, 2020.
At approximately 8:13 P.M., New Brunswick police officers responded to the area of Suydam Street and Throop Avenue in response to a shooting. Following their arrival, the officers determined Dawson Bey, 20, of Bound Brook, had sustained apparent gunshot wounds. Bey was then transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead. Another victim was located at a nearby hospital.
A vehicle believed to have been involved in the murder was captured on video in the area of the crime.
New Brunswick Patch Story
Armed Robbery in South Plainfield
April 23, 2021
STATUS: APPREHENDEDDayshawn Brimfield of Elizabeth, NJ was apprehended in Lincoln, Nebraska on April 25th and charged with the armed robbery in South Plainfield and Aberdeen. He is held in Lancaster County Jail awaiting to be extradited to NJ. No other suspects are being sought at this time.
On Thursday April 22, 2021 at approximately 10:05 pm Officers from the South Plainfield Police Department received a 9-1-1 call reporting an armed robbery at the Krauszer's food store located on Oaktree Road.
The suspect entered the store. An employee told officers that a male, approximately 25-30 years old, wearing all black clothing and a black face mask entered the store. The suspect pointed a black handgun at the employee and ordered him to the ground. The suspect then proceeded to the cash register, removed the cash, and then fled from the store on foot. The suspect was described as bundled up pretty good wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt or jacket and a coat over that.Suspect may be same person who committed a robbery in Aberdeen.
If you have any information for this crime please submit a tip thru this website or and submit a text tip.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Det. Joseph Glowacki @ 908-226-7669 or jglowacki@sppolice.com
Murder investigation in he City of New Brunswick
September 15, 2020
STATUS: OPENMiddlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Director Anthony A. Caputo of the New Brunswick Police Department have identified the two men who died in the shooting which took place outside of 32 Delafield Street in the City on September 13, 2020.
A video, which was released to the press, shows a vehicle stopping near the residence. Four individuals exit the vehicle and open fire with handguns. They return to the vehicle and leave the area.(The video is contained in the NJ.COM link below).
Lionel Macauley, 28, of Somerset, and Anthony Robinson 23, of New Brunswick were taken to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and died from the injuries they sustained in the shooting.
An additional victim in the shooting has come forward, bringing the total to nine victims. During the shooting this victim received minor injuries which did not require hospitalization.
Four victims remain hospitalized, three in stable condition and one in serious/critical condition.
The investigation is active and is continuing. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Erika DiMarcello of the New Brunswick Police Department at (732) 745-5200, or Detective Julissa Alvarado of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office (732) 745-3848.
Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County, Inc. A reward is available for information leading to an arrest(s) for this crime.
Tip information may be provided anonymously by calling 1-800-939-9600 or submitted online at www.middlesextips.com. Tips may also be sent by text messaging 274637 (CRIMES) with the keyword: “midtip” followed by the tip information.
NJ.COM news article 9/14/2020
Suspect sought in connection with South Amboy homicide
June 03, 2020
STATUS: APPREHENDEDThe suspect was arrested by the Middlesex County Prosecutors Office, the South Amboy Police Department, NJ Transit Police and other agencies involved in the investigation.
Middlesex County Acting Prosecutor Christopher L.C. Kuberiet and Chief Darren LaVigne of the South Amboy Police Department said that authorities are actively searching for a suspect after a fatal attack in the area of the South Amboy Train Station on May 29, 2020 at approximately 9:14pm.
The victim, Robert Spiegel, 32, of South Amboy was found in the area of the South Amboy Train Station where he was pronounced dead, the victim of apparent stab wounds.
Acting Prosecutor Kuberiet and Police Chief LaVigne are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating this man. They are asking anyone with information to contact Detective An Wang of the South Amboy Police Department at (732) 721-0111 or Detective Mark Morris of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at (732) 745-3927.
Tip information may be provided anonymously by calling 1-800-939-9600 or submitted online at www.middlesextips.com. Tips may also be sent by text messaging 274637 (CRIMES) with the keyword: “midtip” followed by the tip information.
Those who provide information will be given a unique numerical code that that allows them to communicate with the program and collect a reward should their information lead to an arrest. All reward amounts are approved and set by Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County Inc.
LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ON ABOVE BURGLAR, PAST JOBS OR PRESENT
May 14, 2020
STATUS: WANTED
************LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ON ABOVE BURGLAR, PAST JOBS OR PRESENT************
Two deceased newborn children found in New Brunswick
May 12, 2020
STATUS: OPENOn February 19, 2020 workers at the Colgate Paper Stock Company, located on Industrial Drive in New Brunswick (A company that buys paper and other recyclables) located two deceased new born babies within the recycling.
The newborns are unidentified at this time, were not born in a hospital setting, and may be from anywhere in the surrounding area or from other counties. The Middlesex County Prosecutors Office and the New Brunswick Police Department are looking to speak with anyone who may have information about a woman who may have been pregnant and does not have the babies or any suspicious or unnatural circumstances surrounding a pregnancy and/or delivery that may have been suspiciously explained.
If you have any information concerning this investigation please submit a tip to this site or contact New Brunswick Police Detective Raymond Quick at 732-745-5200, or Middlesex County Prosecutors Office Detective Sean Sullivan at 732-745-4060.
Link for a recent news story from NJ.com
NJ.com news story February 20, 2020
COVID-19 Pandemic Guidance
May 01, 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic it is important to continue outreach to our further isolated communities vulnerable to exploitation. There are a number of scams appearing relating to COVID-19 including but not limited to: cures, misinformation, IRS scams, and cash advance scams. The office has compiled a quick reference with resources to disseminate to your at-risk communities without having to make physical contact with people.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
(https://www.FTC.gov/PassitOn)
“Pass it On” Consumer information provides a reference point for all scams and it valuable even outside COVID-19 scams. This covers ID Theft, Unwanted Calls, Imposter Scams, Health Care Scams, You’ve Won Scams, Home Repair, Work from Home and Charity scams. There has been a significant uptick in work from home and charity scam activity relative to COVID-19.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) (https://www.fcc.gov/covid-scams)
This resource is a succinct guide to recognizing SMS and telephone scams with actual sound bites. This resource is updated and provided in multiple languages. The FCC offers the following tips within the guide: Do not respond to calls or texts from unknown numbers, or any others that appear suspicious.
· Never share your personal or financial information via email, text messages, or over the phone.
· Be cautious if you’re being pressured to share any information or make a payment immediately. · Scammers often spoof phone numbers to trick you into answering or responding. Remember that government agencies will never call you to ask for personal information or money.
· Do not click any links in a text message. If a friend sends you a text with a suspicious link that seems out of character, call them to make sure they weren't hacked. · Always check on a charity (for example, by calling or looking at its actual website) before donating. (Learn more about charity scams.)
Center on Disease Control (CDC) (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus)
The CDC provides a resource on what to do if you’re sick and also preventative measures. This resource offers clarity for some of the distributed misinformation from scammers.
US Department of Justice (DOJ) (https://www.justice.gov/coronavirus)
On Monday March 30, 2020 the United States Department of Justice announced a Federal-State COVID-19 Task Force. This site provides resources on the Federal-State partnership as well as the following: combatting Coronavirus fraud, combatting hoarding and price gouging, as well as other federal resources for information on COVID-19.
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
(https://www.fbi.gov/news/pressrel/press-releases/fbi-expects-a-rise-in-scams-involving-cryptocurrency-related-to-the-covid-19-pandemic)
FBI is warning of increases in fraud involving both crypto-currency as well as healthcare fraud. The linked article cautions against crypto fraud in the wake of nationwide economic uncertainty leading to an uptick in crypto.
US Department of the Treasury (https://home.treasury.gov/services/report-fraud-waste-and-abuse/covid-19-scams)
The above resource warns of you calls, emails, or other communications claiming to be from the Treasury Department and offering COVID-19 related grants or stimulus payments in exchange for personal financial information, or an advance fee, or charge of any kind, including the purchase of gift cards. The Treasury clarifies that these are scams. Please contact the FBI at www.ic3.gov so that the scammers can be tracked and stopped
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) (https://www.ic3.gov/)
The IC3 accepts online Internet crime complaints from either the actual victim or from a third party to the complainant.
New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA)
Division of Consumer Affairs “Disaster Hotline” to report COVID-19 Frauds (866-720-5721) (https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/COVID19/)
This New Jersey based resource allows residents to directly report price gouging, prescription hoarding, or violations of Executive Order #107. This site also offers resources covering healthcare professionals, temporary licensing for out-of-state providers, COVID-19 news, scam warnings and frequently asked questions.
Middlesex County COVID-19 Information (http://www.middlesexcountynj.gov/Government/Departments/PSH/Pages/2019-CoV.aspx)
The Middlesex County website contains information on testing as well as the 2-1-1 hotline to call for COVID-19 information. This site offers the ability to make appointments for the Middlesex County testing site as well as other resources; Health Topics, Government Resources, Resident Resources, Videos and additional resources.
Wanted for Murder in New Brunswick
April 29, 2020
* THE SUSPECT TURNED HIMSELF INTO THE POLICE*
Suspect Sought in New Brunswick Murder
Middlesex County Acting Prosecutor Christopher L.C. Kuberiet and Director Anthony Caputo of the New Brunswick Police Department said that authorities are actively searching for a suspect in the fatal stabbing of his brother last night in the City.
Roberto Lopez, 33, of New Brunswick, is charged with one count of first-degree murder, one count of possession of a weapon, and one count of possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.
Lopez is 33 years of age, approximately 5”8” in height, and weighs 180 pounds. When last seen he was wearing a brown jacket and a red hat.
The murder took place on April 27, 2020, at approximately 9:00 pm inside the residence they shared on Livingston Avenue in New Brunswick.
Henry Lopez, 43, of New Brunswick was pronounced dead by medical personnel and police who arrived at the scene.
The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office is still working in conjunction with the New Brunswick Police Department to locate and apprehend Roberto Lopez.
The investigation is active and continuing. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Victor Delgado of the New Brunswick Police Department at (732) 745-7200, or Detective Mark Morris of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at (732) 745-3927.
Tip information may be provided anonymously by calling 1-800-939-9600 or submitted online at www.middlesextips.com.
Those who provide information will be given a unique numerical code that that allows them to communicate with the program and collect a reward should their information lead to an arrest. All reward amounts are approved and set by Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County Inc.
As is the case with all criminal defendants, the charges against Lopez are merely accusations and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty
Commercial Burglaries in South Plainfield and Edison
February 14, 2020
The Middlesex County Crime Stoppers, in conjunction with the South Plainfield and Edison Police Departments, are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a male suspect who has been connected to a rash of commercial burglaries over the past year near the Route 287 corridor. The suspect is described as a black male, between 30 - 40 years of age, 6’0” - 6’3” in height, weighing approximately 200 – 230 lbs, wearing a hooded sweatshirt, ski mask, and gloves. Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County Inc. is offering a cash reward to anyone who anonymously provides information leading to the arrest of the suspect. Anyone with information pertaining to the suspect vehicle is asked to contact Detective Joseph Glowacki of the South Plainfield Police Department at 908-226-7669 or Detective Dominic Decarlo of the Edison Police Department at 732-248-7540 or submit a tip thru this site.
Police asking for assistance in fatal South Brunswick hit and run
December 19, 2019
STATUS: OPENMiddlesex County Acting Prosecutor Christopher L.C. Kuberiet and Chief Raymond J. Hayducka of the South Brunswick Police Department announce today that authorities are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the driver that fled after striking a 49-year old bicyclist on Route 522 on the evening of December 13, 2019.
Police are actively searching for the driver of a red 2018-2020 Honda Accord Sedan Sport or Touring with damage to the front end of the driver’s side. The driver was traveling on Route 522, struck the victim and then fled the scene.
At the time of the impact, Ronald VonThun, 49, of South Brunswick was riding his bicycle in South Brunswick, at approximately 10:06 pm, and was struck between Georges Road and Kingston Lane on Route 522. He was taken to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital where he was pronounced dead from the injuries he sustained in the hit and run.
Acting Prosecutor Kuberiet and Police Chief Hayducka are requesting the public’s assistance and are asking anyone with information to contact Officer Michael Leung of the South Brunswick Police Department at (732) 329-4646, or Detective Jonathan Berman of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at (732) 745-4328.
Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County, Inc., a non-profit organization that partners with law enforcement to enable the public to anonymously submit crime information and will pay a cash reward should it lead to an arrest.
Tip information may be provided anonymously by calling 1-800-939-9600 or submitted online at www.middlesextips.com. Tips may also be sent by text messaging 274637 (CRIMES) with the keyword: “midtip” followed by the tip information.
Help solve an Aggravated Arson in Old Bridge
May 30, 2019
East Brunswick Patch and ABC News New York Story
Need help to Identify
September 25, 2018
Middlesex County Crime Stoppers, in conjunction with the Middlesex Borough Police Department, is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a suspect, depicted in the sketch, involved in a recent “distraction style” burglary and theft. On Friday, September 14, 2018 at 6:45 PM, two male suspects came to the victim’s residence, claiming to be water company employees. While one suspect directed the elderly resident to her rear yard, the second apparently entered the vacated home and ransacked a first floor bedroom, making off with a reported $857.00 in cash and jewelry. The one suspect, depicted in the sketch, was described as a tall, thinly built, light skinned (possibly Hispanic male), approximately 30 years old, who wore a reflective vest and a tan baseball cap. The second suspect was described as a dark skinned male with a medium build, short dark hair, with a short untrimmed beard who wore what appeared to be a tool or utility belt. The suspect vehicle was described as a dark in color, 4 door pick-up truck with no bed cover. Anyone who can assist with identifying the suspects, the suspect vehicle, or who has any information on this crime, is asked submit a tip through this website.
WOODBRIDGE-HELP NEEDED IN LOCATING A HIT AND RUN DRIVER
August 22, 2018
On August 13, 2018 at approximately 12:20 am, 31 year old
John Kukuch Jr. was struck by a car while walking southbound on Route 1 by
the Clover Leaf Cemetery in Woodbridge.
As a result of being struck, Mr.
Kukuch succumbed to his injuries. Follow up investigation revealed a potential
vehicle as the one that struck him. It is described as a late model smaller SUV
or cross over type vehicle black in color. Vehicle last seen proceeding
southbound on Rt. 1. Vehicle should have front end damage on the passengers
side of the vehicle as well as possible passengers side headlight damage.
Anyone with information pertaining to the suspect vehicle is asked to contact
Officer Steven Botti of the Woodbridge police Department at 732 634 7700 or
Detective Donald Heck of the Middlesex County Prosecutors Office as 732 745
8842 or submit a tip thru this site.
Burglary Investigation New Brunswick and North Brunswick
August 22, 2018
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Gas Station burglaries near Middlesex Boro and Piscataway
July 26, 2018
Our Middlesex County Crime Stoppers, in conjunction with the Middlesex Borough Police Department and the Piscataway Police Department, are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a male subject in connection with two recent gas station burglaries. On July 11, 2018 at 3:28am, a male subject entered the Delta Gas Station (595 River Road, Piscataway, NJ) and stole $150.00 in cash and 5 packs of Newport cigarettes. At 4:25am, the same male subject entered the Exxon Gas Station (1353 Bound Brook Road, Middlesex, NJ) and stole a cash register that contained $150.00 in cash. The suspect then fled in a dark colored minivan. The suspect is described as a white male with a thin build who wore a green colored hooded sweatshirt, dark colored shorts, a pair of red colored sneakers, and a pair of blue colored gloves.
CRIME STOPPERS OFFERS REWARD FOR SUSPECT SOUGHT BY THE MIDDLESEX BOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT
May 25, 2018
Middlesex County Prosecutor Andrew C. Carey and Middlesex Police Department Chief Matthew P. Geist announced today that Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County Inc. is offering a cash reward to anyone who anonymously provides information leading to the arrest of Jamil B. Lewis, 21, of Somerset.
Investigators with the Middlesex Police Department identified Mr. Lewis as the individual who fled from a motor vehicle stop and unlawfully entered the Von E. Mauger Middle School while fleeing police on Thursday, May 24, 2018. A warrant has been issued for Mr. Lewis’ arrest, charging him with Eluding, Obstruction, Hindering and Trespassing.
Prosecutor Carey and Chief Geist are requesting the public’s assistance and are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
PREVENT YOUR VEHICLE FROM BEING BURGLARIZED OR STOLEN
April 11, 2018
To prevent your vehicle from being broken into do not leave any valuables in plain view.
If you see a suspicious vehicle prowling around your neighborhood or see anyone you do not recognize looking into vehicles call the local police department as soon as you can.
Suspicious persons in Monroe Township possibly looking to commt a burglary
March 08, 2018
A SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE AND TWO OCCUPANTS APPROACH A RESIDENCE DURING THE SNOW STORM ON 3/7/2018
The house is located in Monroe Township and
set back from roadway. A vehicle stops near mailbox for a short time,
then proceeds down the driveway. At this time, two subjects appear to be
outside the vehicle. One male approaches the front door and stands on the
landing for some time before lightly knocking on the door. The resident quickly
answers the door.
The male states he is there to buy a tree stand his
friend told him about. The resident tells him that she
does not have a tree stand for sale. The resident asks the subject for further
information as to who sent him to this address for a tree stand, which he is
unable to answer. As this subject is at the door, he appears nervous and
continuously is looking to the driveway area, where the second subject is
located. Attached are photographs of the person who approached the front door and the vehicle in question.
The resident spoke with adjacent neighbors and was told that
none have a tree stand for sale.
If you experience this type of incident in your neighborhood or see suspicious persons please call your local police right away. Burglar`s tend to knock on or ring doorbells to see if residents are home and have bad excuses as to why they are there if someone answers the door. If you know this person please submit a TIP thru this site..
HELP IDENTIFY A BURGLARY SUSPECT IN NEW BRUNSWICK-ARRESTED
February 02, 2018
STATUS: ARRESTEDSUSPECT APPREHENDED BY THE NEW BRUNSWICK POLICE DEPARTMENT
THE NEW BRUNSWICK POLICE DEPARTMENT IS INVESTIGATING SEVERAL RECENT BURGLARIES AND ATTEMPTED BURGLARIES YO RESIDENCES AND VEHICLES THROUGH OUT THE CITY. ON 2/2/2018 A SUSPECT ENTERED A RESIDENCE AND STOLE VARIOUS ITEMS INCLUDING THE VICTIMS VEHICLE. THE SUSPECT WAS CAPTURED ON VIDEO USING ONE OF THE VICTIMS CREDIT CARDS. IF YOU KNOW THIS INDIVIDUAL IN THE PHOTO PLEASE SEND IN A TIP.
Click on the below link to view the suspects photo:
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