Newark Man Admits Arson

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that Original Allah, also known as Raymond Champan and Raymond Chapman, 46, of Newark plead guilty yesterday to second degree aggravate arson before the Honorable Michael L. Ravin. Allah admitted to starting a fire in the 500 block of North 6th Street in Newark on Feb.…

Corrections Officer is Wanted for Sexual Assault

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that law enforcement authorities are seeking the public’s help in apprehending Devere Hatchett, a corrections officer at Northern State Prison who is wanted on sexual assault charges. As a corrections officer, he is authorized to carry a firearm. An arrest warrant was issued last night for…

North Bergen Man Admits Stealing $630,000

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today Marco Laviola, 35, of North Bergen plead guilty to one count of theft by deception on Thursday, Aug. 5 before the Honorable Robert H. Gardner. Assistant Prosecutor Jane Plaisted said Laviola stole approximately $630,000 from Sal Son Trucking Company, located at 88 Doremus Avenue, Newark. Between…

New Jersey Transit Conductor Admits Stealing $3,500

Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced today that Terance Campbell, a former assistant conductor with New Jersey Transit, plead guilty before the Honorable Torkwase Sekou to stealing $3,500 from his former employer. “When a public employee commits a crime related to his job, he creates two victims – his employer and society. With…