Somerset County News, Weather & Scanner Reports
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🚨🚒 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.