Christmas 2007 Killer Convicted

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that an Essex County jury convicted David Fernandez, 29, of Newark of murder and attempted murder for killing Jose A. Rivera, 39, and attempting to kill Uriel Ocasio, who was 36 at the time. Both victims are longtime Newark residents. Following a five-week trial, the jury…

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Activities

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office will join communities across the nation in observing National Domestic Violence Month. The month is a special time designated by President Barack Obama to remember victims of domestic violence, their families and those who serve and support them. “We all…

Seton Hall Basketball Player Pleads Guilty

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that former Seton Hall University student and basketball player Robert Mitchell plead guilty today to 3rd degree criminal restraint, 2nd degree conspiracy to commit burglary and 2nd degree burglary. Appearing before the Honorable Alfonse Cifelli, J.S.C., Mitchell, 24, of Brooklyn admitted entering a private, off-campus Irvington…

Irvington High School Teacher Charged with Murder

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that Irvington High School teacher Sharonda Wilson, 31, of Irvington has been arrested and charged with the murder of Erik Stubblefield, 38, also of Irvington. On Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010 at approximately 2:23 p.m. Irvington police responded to a 911 call and found Stubblefield in the…