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🚨 SOMERSET COUNTY ALREADY SURPASSES 2025 FATAL CRASH TOTAL 🚨
Somerset County has recorded 16 fatal vehicle crashes through August 2026, already surpassing last year’s total. The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office is urging drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists to prioritize safety to reverse this deadly trend.
🕊️🇺🇸 10:03 A.M. — SEPTEMBER 11, 2001
United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania at 10:03 a.m. on September 11, 2001, after passengers fought back against hijackers. All 40 people on board were killed, but their bravery prevented the aircraft from reaching a target in Washington, D.C.
🔥 SECOND-ALARM HOUSE FIRE DISPLACES TWO FAMILIES IN SOUTH BOUND BROOK 🏠
A second-alarm fire at a South Bound Brook home displaced two families on Friday morning. No injuries were reported, and the American Red Cross is providing emergency assistance while local officials investigate the cause of the blaze.
🚨 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING — CENTRAL/NORTH JERSEY ⛈️⚡
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, and Somerset counties until 7:30 p.m. Residents should stay indoors to avoid dangerous lightning, heavy rain, and damaging wind gusts.
🚨 MISSING PERSON — PLEASE SHARE 🚨
The Franklin Township Police Department is searching for 22-year-old Katuri Lawrence, an at-risk individual with autism last seen Thursday morning at a Wawa in Somerset. Lawrence was wearing all black and carrying a Pikachu backpack along with two suitcases.
🚨🌊 FLASH FLOOD WARNING EXTENDED — MIDDLESEX & SOMERSET COUNTIES
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Middlesex and Somerset counties until 5:00 p.m. Heavy rain and thunderstorms may cause dangerous flooding on roads, and officials advise drivers to never travel through flooded areas.
🚨🌧️ 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.
🚨🌊 FLASH FLOOD WARNING — MIDDLESEX & SOMERSET COUNTIES
A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Middlesex and Somerset counties until 5:00 PM today. Heavy thunderstorms may cause dangerous flooding on roads and in low-lying areas, and officials advise drivers to never travel through flooded streets.
🚨 FORMER NJ WRESTLING COACH CHARGED IN ALLEGED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF 15-YEAR-OLD
Prosecutors charged former wrestling coach John Kane with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old in a Livingston hospital parking lot. Kane previously worked with several school and youth programs across multiple New Jersey counties, and he now faces six criminal counts.
🚔 Piscataway Man Arrested After Fatal Watchung Hit-and-Run
Authorities arrested a Piscataway man following a fatal hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian on U.S. Highway 22 in Watchung. Daniel Cole faces charges after investigators found his damaged vehicle and linked him to the early Saturday morning crash.
🕯️ 19-Year-Old Franklin Township Man Identified as Crash Victim
Authorities identified 19-year-old Karrar F. Alogaili of Franklin Township as the victim of a fatal collision involving an electric motorcycle and another vehicle. The crash occurred on August 15 near Route 27, and the cause remains under investigation.
🚨 Motorcyclist Dies Following Crash in Bridgewater Township
A 29-year-old Somerset man died after his motorcycle struck a pickup truck in Bridgewater Township on Sunday afternoon. The Bridgewater Township Police Department is currently investigating the collision, which occurred when the truck turned into the motorcycle's path.
💜⚾ 6th Annual Overdose Awareness Day Coming to TD Bank Ballpark August 29
Four county prosecutor offices will host the 6th Annual Overdose Awareness Day at TD Bank Ballpark on August 29. The event features free naloxone kits, recovery resources, and a charity raffle to support addiction prevention and treatment efforts.
🚨 FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP FATAL CRASH INVOLVING ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE UNDER INVESTIGATION
Police are investigating a fatal crash between an electric motorcycle and a car at the intersection of Route 27 and South Middlebush Road. An adult male died from his injuries after the two vehicles collided on Saturday afternoon.
🚨 FATAL CRASH INVOLVING ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE UNDER INVESTIGATION IN FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP 🚨
Franklin Township police are investigating a fatal Saturday afternoon collision between a car and an electric motorcycle at Route 27 and South Middlebush Road. The adult male motorcyclist died at a local hospital following the crash.
🚨 Somerset County Fugitive of the Month Patsy Ragonese Apprehended
Authorities have arrested Patsy Ragonese, who was recently named the Somerset County Fugitive of the Month for August. The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the capture but has not yet released details regarding the charges or the circumstances of the arrest.
⚖️ Somerville Man Found Competent to Stand Trial in 2024 Homicide
A Somerville man is now fit to stand trial for the 2024 stabbing death of Mary Rose Fealy. A judge ruled that David Shroitman regained competency following treatment at a forensic center and is scheduled for a court appearance in September.
🚨 Fatal E-Bike Crash Under Investigation in Franklin Township
Franklin Township police are investigating a collision at Route 27 and South Middlebush Road that killed an e-bike rider on Saturday. The crash occurred when a vehicle turning left struck the man, who later died at a local hospital.
🚨🛥️ MANVILLE MAN CHARGED IN DEADLY LIBERTY ISLAND BOAT CAPSIZING THAT KILLED MOTHER & BABY
A Manville man faces federal charges after his overloaded commercial tour boat capsized near Liberty Island, killing a mother and her infant. Authorities say the vessel lacked proper safety certifications and did not have an infant life jacket on board.
🚨 SOMERSET COUNTY NAMES AUGUST FUGITIVE OF THE MONTH 🚨
The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office named Basking Ridge resident Patsy Ragonese as the August Fugitive of the Month. The 35-year-old is wanted for failing to appear in court regarding multiple drug and identity theft charges across several New Jersey counties.
🚨➡️ SOMERVILLE MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH WIFE’S HOMICIDE 🕊️⚖️
Somerville police arrested Ignacio Espinal for the fatal stabbing of his wife, Alyne Espinal, at their home on August 6. The fifty-five-year-old man faces first-degree murder charges and is currently being held at the Somerset County Jail.
🚨 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.
🚨 FBI OFFERS $25,000 REWARD IN 20-YEAR DISAPPEARANCE OF WARREN WOMAN 🚨
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering a $25,000 reward for information regarding the 2006 disappearance of Margaret Haddican-McEnroe from her Warren Township home. Authorities hope the new incentive will generate leads in the nearly 20-year-old cold case.
🚨⛈️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING ISSUED FOR PARTS OF CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Middlesex, Monmouth, and Somerset counties until 4:15 p.m. Saturday. Residents should expect 60 mph wind gusts and small hail, which could damage trees and power lines across the region.
🚨🚒 DRIVER RESCUED AFTER SERIOUS I-287 CRASH IN SOMERSET COUNTY 🚑
A 61-year-old Monroe man was seriously injured Monday morning after losing control of his SUV and crashing into a tractor-trailer on I-287 in Franklin Township. Firefighters extricated the driver, who was the only person injured in the collision.
🚨⛈️ 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.
🚨 WARREN TOWNSHIP MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE MATERIALS INVESTIGATION 🚔⚖️
Warren resident Craig Babcock, 33, was arrested following an investigation into the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse materials. Authorities seized electronic devices from his home after receiving multiple tips, and he is currently held at the Somerset County Jail.
🚨 ARREST MADE FOLLOWING FATAL RARITAN CRASH INVESTIGATION 🚨
An 18-year-old Belle Mead man faces vehicular homicide charges after allegedly running a red light and killing a Bridgewater woman in a Raritan crash. Authorities say the suspect fled the scene on foot following reports of erratic driving on Route 202.