Seven People Shot in Union; One Died; Investigation Ongoing

UNION, NJ (CNBNews)(April 12, 2026)–At approximately 9 pm on Saturday, April 11, the Union Police Department responded to the Chick-Fil-A on Route 22 in Union (below) in response to a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they located seven victims, one of whom was subsequently pronounced deceased. The six other victims were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

This is an active and ongoing investigation.

We now know that last night’s shooting in Union Township tragically claimed one life and left six others injured,” Governor Mikie Sherrill said Sunday. “Our hearts go out to the victim’s loved ones, and we are hoping for the full recovery of those who were injured.”

While no arrests have been made at this time, the preliminary investigation reveals this does not appear to be a random act of violence and that there is no immediate ongoing threat to the general public. We encourage the community to remain vigilant and report any information to UCPO Homicide Task Force Detective Edward Mack at (908) 347-2212, Sergeant Jennifer Smith at (908) 759-8254, or Union Police Department Detective Teon Freeman at (908) 851-5033.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously by phone at 908-654-TIPS (8477) or online at www.uctip.org; submission of tips made in this fashion that result in an indictment and conviction can be eligible for a reward of up to $10,000 via the Union County Crime Stoppers.

source: Union County Prosecutor

Wanted: Suspects for Shooting Incident in the 22nd District [VIDEO]

The Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Group is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the suspects depicted in the following video.

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Advances in DNA Link Suspect to Cold Case Homicides in Camden County

Camden County, NJ – DNA evidence has led to detectives identifying a Mantua Township man as the suspect responsible for the murder of two young women in the 1990s, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.

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High School Teacher Charged for Sexual Relationship with Student

Runnemede, NJ – A teacher at Sterling High School has been arrested and charged for engaging in a sexual relationship with a student, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Runnemede Police Chief William Sampolski.

Jason D. Howe, 26, of Runnemede is charged with 2^nd-degree Sexual Assault and 2^nd-dgree Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

On Friday, April 3, 2026, the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit was notified by local police that a female student, who was at least 16 but less than 18 years old, reported having a sexual relationship with a teacher. During the investigation, detectives determined Howe and the victim engaged in sexual intercourse at his apartment in Runnemede in March 2026.

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Officer Involved Shooting/Overnight Incidents

Please note that the following information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues.

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at approximately 7:14am, two 18th District Philadelphia Police Officers responded to a radio call for a person with a weapon and a report of a family being held hostage on the 5400 block of Webster Street. Preliminary investigation indicates the 911 call originated from a phone registered to the decedent.

Upon arrival, the uniformed officers observed a male (later identified as the decedent) on the front porch of a residence. The officers, Officer #1 and Officer A, exited their RPC, at which point the male brandished a firearm, and raised the handgun in their direction. The officers took cover and issued multiple commands for the male to drop the weapon. The male discharged one round from his weapon. At that point officer #1 discharged her service weapon one time, striking the male.

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Vineland PD Investigation Into Fatal NY Eve Traffic Accident Ends; Pittsgrove Man Jailed

VINELAND, NJ (Cleary’s Notebook News)(April 7, 2026) — The Vineland Police investigation into the death of Philadelphia Christian Pastor Lance Warren on New Year’s Eve concluded on Friday, April 3, 2026, resulting in the arrest of Donald Hunt Jr., 34, of Pittsgrove. Hunt had been free since the accident, pending the outcome of the accident investigation.

Image source Cleary’s Notebook News

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Ex-Camden Hospital Worker Charged in $2.5M Medical Supply Theft

A former surgical technician was charged with stealing roughly $2.5 million worth of medical supplies from a hospital in Camden and selling them for profit, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.

Marci M. Staub, 44, of Galloway, NJ was charged on April 1, 2026, with 2nd-degree Theft, 2nd-degree Receiving Stolen Property, 2nd-degree Distribution of Prescription Legend Drugs and 2nd degree Impersonation of a Representative of a Medical Organization following a six-month investigation.

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Homicide Investigation

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

On April 4, 2026, at approximately 4:42 p.m., officers from the 18th District responded to 4004 Market Street following reports of a shooting inside a grocery store. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound.

The victim was transported by University of Pennsylvania Police to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased at 5:13 p.m.

The investigation is currently ongoing with the Homicide Unit

Investigation Reveals Fatal Waretown House Fire Ruled Accidental, Woman, Age 71, Died

Cleary’s Notebook News (April 3, 2026)-Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Ocean Township Police Chief Michal Rogalski announced that on April 2, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Ocean Township (Waretown) Police Department and Waretown Fire Departments were dispatched to a structure fire on Route 9 in Waretown. During a primary search of the structure, emergency personnel discovered a deceased 71-year-old female in a first-floor bedroom in the northwest corner of the structure.

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The Philadelphia Police Need Help Identifying Thieves

The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individuals in the attached images. On Saturday 3/28/26 & Sunday 3/29/26, Philadelphia Police responded to five (5) bank locations after discovering trap door devices attached to ATMs. These are simple devices placed on an ATM to block cash from being dispensed to the customer. The offenders then return, remove the device, and take the money that was dispensed but not received by the previous user.

The below males then fled in a dark-colored SUV with possible New Jersey registration.

The public is encouraged to call 215-686-TIPS (8477) with information.–