Mercer County News, Weather & Scanner Reports
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🚨🔴 Homicide Investigation Underway After Deadly Shooting in Trenton
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning near Trenton City Hall. A male victim died at Capital Health Regional Medical Center, and the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Task Force is assisting with the active investigation.
🚨⛈️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING ISSUED FOR PARTS OF NEW JERSEY ⚠️
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Hunterdon, Mercer, and Somerset counties until 3:45 a.m. Residents should expect damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and potential power outages, and are advised to stay indoors until the storm passes.
🚨🌧️ FLASH FLOOD WARNING ISSUED FOR MERCER COUNTY⚠️
A flash flood warning is in effect for Mercer County until 5:45 a.m. Monday due to heavy rainfall. Residents are urged to avoid flooded roadways and stay alert for changing weather conditions.
🚨 TWO HOWELL RESIDENTS CHARGED IN SHOPLIFTING INVESTIGATION 🛍️👮
Police arrested Howell residents Marie Zuco and Matthew Mercer for allegedly shoplifting from Wanderlust Land & Sea on Route 35. The pair was identified through store surveillance and released on summonses following a swift investigation by local authorities.
Eight Arrested in Mercer County Internet Crimes Against Children Investigation
The Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office announced the arrests of eight individuals following a months-long investigation targeting alleged online exploitation of children.