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View all🦟⚠️ West Nile Virus Detected in Howell Mosquitoes; County to Conduct Spraying Friday
Monmouth County officials will spray insecticide in parts of Howell early Friday morning after mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus. Residents are encouraged to use repellent and remove standing water to reduce the risk of infection.
🚨 Driver Allegedly Pepper Sprays Pedestrian During Montclair Confrontation
Montclair Police are investigating an incident where a driver allegedly pepper sprayed a man in the face after he refused to give her money. The female suspect fled the scene near Glenridge Avenue and Pine Street, and the investigation remains ongoing.
💔 Five-Year-Old Boy Dies Days After Drowning in Union Township Pool
A five-year-old boy has died after falling into a backyard swimming pool in Union Township. Despite life-saving efforts by neighbors and emergency responders on Sunday afternoon, the child passed away at a local hospital on Tuesday.
🚨 Search Underway for Missing Parsippany Man at North Jersey Lake
Authorities are searching Parsippany Lake for Jigar Prajapati, a 31-year-old autistic man missing since early Tuesday morning. The New Jersey State Police are using a helicopter to assist local officers in the ongoing search.
🚨 Two Arrested Following Alleged Assault at Fairfield Restaurant
Police arrested two Little Falls residents following a physical fight at the Franklin Steak House in Fairfield. Both individuals face aggravated assault charges after one victim suffered extensive facial injuries and required hospital treatment during the Saturday morning altercation.
🚨 New Jersey State Police at Trenton City Hall as Investigation Continues Into Former Employee
New Jersey State Police visited Trenton City Hall on Wednesday as part of an investigation into a former housing department employee. City officials referred the case to the state following an internal probe into allegations of misconduct from earlier this year.
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