Mercer County News, Weather & Scanner Reports
Breaking news, police and fire scanner coverage, severe weather alerts and power outage updates for Mercer County, New Jersey.
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🚨 EAST WINDSOR MAN FACING FATAL HIT-AND-RUN CHARGES DETAINED BY ICE 🚔
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained an East Windsor man following a fatal hit-and-run crash on Route 33. Herman Johel Santos-Morales faces multiple charges after allegedly striking two pedestrians, killing one and critically injuring another, while driving with a suspended license.
🚨⛈️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING — UNTIL 9:00 PM ⚡🚨
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for five New Jersey counties until 9:00 p.m. tonight. Residents should stay indoors to avoid damaging winds, frequent lightning, and potential flooding across the region.
🚨TWO DEAD, EIGHT INJURED IN OVERNIGHT TRENTON SHOOTING
Two people died and eight others were injured when shooters opened fire on a large block party on Locust Street early Sunday morning. The Trenton Police Department and county investigators are currently searching for suspects, and no arrests have been made.
🚨🌧️ FLOOD WATCH — MUCH OF NEW JERSEY
A Flood Watch is in effect for most of New Jersey until 4:00 AM Friday. Heavy rain and thunderstorms could cause flash flooding in low-lying areas, and residents are urged to avoid driving through flooded roads.
🚨⛈️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH — MUCH OF NEW JERSEY
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for fifteen New Jersey counties until 8:00 PM tonight. Residents should prepare for potential damaging winds, large hail, and flooding while monitoring local weather updates for possible warnings.
🚨🌊 FLASH FLOOD WARNING — MERCER & SOMERSET COUNTIES
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Mercer and Somerset counties until 5:15 p.m. Torrential rain from thunderstorms may cause dangerous flooding, and residents are urged to avoid driving through flooded roads and seek higher ground.
🕯️ Victim Identified in Fatal Trenton Shooting
Authorities identified 29-year-old Maicol Eliezer Metzler Chic of Trenton as the victim of a fatal shooting during an attempted robbery on Whittaker Avenue Sunday night. Police are searching for three suspects, and the investigation remains active.
🕯️ 29-Year-Old Man Killed in Late-Night Trenton Shooting
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that killed a 29-year-old man late Sunday night in Trenton. Police found the victim with a gunshot wound to the chest near Whittaker Avenue, but no arrests have been made in the active case.
🚔 Trenton Police Address Arrest Following Interaction With Immigration Activist
Trenton police arrested a Resistencia en Acción activist for eluding officers after she allegedly followed federal immigration agents while honking her horn. Authorities denied coordinating with federal agents, and the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office will now review the incident.
🚨 Trenton Man Arrested in Connection With August Shooting Homicide
Authorities arrested a 32-year-old Trenton man for the August 2 shooting death of Jamear Miller. The suspect faces murder and weapons charges following a motor vehicle stop in Bordentown by the New Jersey State Police.
🚨🏍️ ROBBINSVILLE POLICE SEEK PUBLIC'S HELP IN SERIOUS MOTORCYCLE CRASH INVESTIGATION 🚨
Robbinsville police are investigating a serious crash on Robbinsville-Allentown Road involving a motorcycle and a red Ford dump truck. Anyone with information or video footage of the incident, which occurred on Wednesday, August 12, should contact the Robbinsville Police Department.
🚨 MERCER COUNTY NARCOTICS INVESTIGATION LEADS TO TWO ARRESTS, COCAINE AND CASH SEIZED 🚨
A two-month investigation led to the arrest of Andrew Anderson and Aniyah Boone in Trenton. Mercer County authorities seized 160 grams of cocaine and over $36,000 in cash from a residence, a storage unit, and a hidden vehicle compartment.
🚨 Hamilton Police Seek Public’s Help After Dead Dog Found Abandoned Along Roadside
Hamilton Township police are investigating after a large brown dog was found dead and abandoned near Second Avenue and Assunpink Creek. Authorities recovered evidence at the scene and are asking the public for help identifying whoever left the animal behind.
🚨 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH ISSUED FOR 16 NEW JERSEY COUNTIES ⛈️
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for sixteen New Jersey counties until 9:00 PM tonight. Residents should prepare for damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and heavy rain that could cause localized flooding across most of the state.
⚖️ 31 WOMEN FILE LAWSUIT AGAINST FORMER LAWRENCEVILLE OB-GYN OVER ALLEGED SEXUAL ABUSE ⚖️
Thirty-one women filed a lawsuit against former physician Bruce R. Pierce and his medical group, alleging decades of sexual abuse and misconduct during examinations. The complaint follows the permanent revocation of Pierce’s medical license by state officials in late 2024.
🚨🔴 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.