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Newark, N.J. – Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II is pleased to announce that a new session of ECPO’s free domestic violence response initiative, “Sanctuary”, will start on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. “Sanctuary”, is a comprehensive 100-hour program that trains community members to provide crisis intervention and outreach services to victims of domestic violence.…
Newark, N.J – Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda announced today an arrest in connection with a fatal two-car crash that claimed the life of an elderly woman in Newark on Monday, April 27, 2026. Aides Benites Rivera, 45, of Newark, is charged with second-degree leaving the…
Newark, N.J. – Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II announced today that an Essex County jury has convicted a Newark man in connection with the death of an elderly pedestrian who was struck while crossing a Newark street in 2023. Andre Snowden-Stegall, 23, was convicted of third-degree of endangering an injured victim, and fourth-degree…
Newark, N.J- The current digital environment has created increasing challenges in safeguarding personal and financial information. As scams grow more sophisticated and widespread, Essex County residents are urged to remain vigilant, exercise caution, and take proactive steps to protect their personal data. In response to this growing threat, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, and the…
Newark, N.J – Essex County will join communities across the nation in observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 19 through April 25, 2026, marking the 45th anniversary of this important annual observance. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. and the Essex County Board of County Commissioners join Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II in…
Newark, N.J.- Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II announced today that a Newark man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for sexually assaulting a minor. Assistant Prosecutor Logan Teisch and Assistant Prosecutor Zhen Liu tried the case before the Honorable Christopher S. Romanyshyn, J.S.C., who presided over both the trial and the sentencing. On…
Newark, N.J – Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda announced today the arrest of a juvenile in connection with a fatal carjacking in Newark. The juvenile suspect was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Due to the individual’s age no identifying information is being released…
Newark, N.J – Essex CountyProsecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda announced today that a suspect is sought in connection with a suspected fatal carjacking attempt in Newark on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The Newark Police Division received calls reporting a crash involving two vehicles and a pedestrian on the…
Newark, N.J.- Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II announced today that an Irvington man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for the fatal shooting of a man in 2021, in a case of mistaken identity. Assistant Prosecutor Brian Pollock and Assistant Prosecutor Christian Marin tried the case before the Honorable Christopher Romanyshyn,…
Newark, N.J.- Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda announced today that an investigation is underway into a fatal car crash on Sunday, March 29, 2026. At approximately 7:29 a.m., the Newark Police Department received reports of a motor vehicle accident involving two vehicles at McCarter Highway and…
