Jimmy Hoffa might be buried in North Jersey after all. A new report suggests the body of the former head of the Teamsters was dumped in a 55-gallon drum under the Pulaski Skyway, NYDailyNews.com said. Mobster Phillip “Brother” Muscato made that revelation to investigative reporter Dan Moldea before Muscato died last year, the report said. Muscato…
Case against Parsippany ex-Boy Scout leader accused of abusing 3 Scouts gets back on track
MORRISTOWN — The case against a former Parsippany Boy Scout leader, who is accused of sexually abusing three Scouts when they were teenagers in the 1990s, is moving forward again with his representation by a new defense attorney. Stephen Corcoran, 47, of Morris Plains, is now represented by attorney Blair Zwillman of the Parsippany firm Weiner…
Two Residents on Roger Williams University Dean’s List
PARSIPPANY — Select students have been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. Full-time students who complete 12 or more credits per semester and earn a GPA of 3.4 or higher are placed on the Dean’s List that semester.
Nicole Campisano, a graduate of Parsippany High School, currently majoring in Foreign Languages
Nicholas Gaudio, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, currently majoring in Engineering
About RWU: Roger Williams University, with its main campus located on the coast of Bristol, R.I., is a forward-thinking private university with 45 undergraduate majors spanning the liberal arts and the professions, where students become community-minded citizens through project-based, experiential learning. With small classes, direct access to faculty and boundless opportunity for real-world projects, RWU students develop the ability to think critically while simultaneously building the practical skills that today’s employers demand. In the two years since launching its signature Affordable Excellence initiative, the University has established itself as a leader in American higher education by confronting the most pressing issues facing students and families – increasing costs that limit access to college, rising debt and the job readiness of graduates. In addition to its 4,000 undergraduates, RWU is home to more than a dozen graduate programs, a thriving School of Continuing Studies based in Providence as well as Rhode Island’s only law school.
Overnight road closures in Parsippany
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department is advising motorists about overnight exit and ramp closures to accommodate construction on State Highway Route287 and Route 80.
The closures are scheduled to take place from 9:00 a.m. Thursday to 5:00 a.m. Friday:
• Route 80 Eastbound on ramp from Smith Road
• Route 80 Eastbound Exit on South Beverwyck Road (Exit 45)
• Route 80 Eastbound Express to Route 80 Eastbound crossover to local lanes (mile marker 44.0)
• Route 287 off ramp (Exit 41A) to Route 80 East, Route 46 and Smith Road
Man Arrested for Possession of Weapons Charges in Morristown
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric Knapp and Morristown Police Chief Peter Demnitz announce the arrest of Andrew Pfitzenmayer, 26, Peapack, on charges related to the possession of weapons.
On Wednesday, July 29, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the Morristown Police Department responded to the Headquarter’s Plaza Building, located at 19 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, regarding a male acting suspiciously.
The male was later identified as Andrew Pfitzenmayer and was in possession of weapons. Piftzenmayer was placed under arrest on scene and transported to the Morristown Police Department.
Further investigation led him to be charged by way of complaint with Unlawful Possession of Weapons (crimes of the Second Degree) related to the possession of the two (2) Glock 9MM handguns, as well as Possession of Prohibited Weapons (crimes of the Fourth Degree) related to the possession of hollow-point ammunition.
The Honorable Gary Troxell, J.M.C. authorized the complaints as well as bail in the amount of $100,000 cash, bond or property. Pfitzenmayer was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility.
Numerous law enforcement agencies responded to investigate, including the Major Crimes and Intelligence Units of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, the Morristown Bureau of Police, and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Section.
The charges and allegations are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200 or the Morristown Bureau of Police at (973) 538-2200.
Garden State Orthopedics opens office on Sylvan Way
PARSIPPANY — Avison Young, the world’s fastest-growing commercial real estate services firm, announced today that Garden State Orthopedic Associates, P.A. has signed a long-term lease for nearly 5,200 square feet at Two Sylvan Way, 53,365-square-foot, three-story office building.
Avison Young Senior Vice-President Patrick Eichner and Vice-President Peter Hedley of the firm’s New Jersey office represented the property owner, Dowell Associates, in the transaction.
Currently, 2 Sylvan Way is undergoing major capital improvements, including the expansion and reconfiguration of parking, landscaping and lighting. The building’s façade and entryways, lobby, common area corridors and bathrooms will also be redesigned. Garden State Orthopedics was particularly attracted to Two Sylvan Way’s ample parking and on-site property management.
“With significant capital improvements underway, the property owner is aiming to appeal to more healthcare tenants in addition to general office users,” comments Eichner. “Dowell Associates recognizes what is needed to appeal to healthcare users, and is committed to making the necessary improvements.”
Fitted for medical office and general office uses, Two Sylvan Way is strategically located at the intersection of Sylvan Way and Route 202, with signage along Route 202.
This is the seventh location for Garden State Orthopedic Associates, P.A., which specializes in sports medicine, total joint replacement, rehabilitation, general orthopedics, foot and ankle, hand, wrist, knee and shoulder surgery. The tenant also has offices in Fair Lawn, Mahwah, Hoboken, Midland Park, and Clifton.
Avison Young is the world’s fastest-growing commercial real estate services firm. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Avison Young is a collaborative, global firm owned and operated by its principals. Founded in 1978, the company comprises more than 1,700 real estate professionals in 66 offices, providing value-added, client-centric investment sales, leasing, advisory, management, financing and mortgage placement services to owners and occupiers of office, retail, industrial and multi-family properties.
Beware: New Traffic Signal on Littleton Road
PARSIPPANY — A new traffic signal was “turned on” yesterday on Littleton Road at the intersection of Route 80 west exit to Smith Road.
The new traffic signal will expedite the flow of traffic for those vehicles turning left onto Littleton Road from Route 80 and those vehicles traveling west on Littleton Road wishing to turn onto the Route 287 North, especially during rush hours.
Police Department warns residents about phone scams
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany–Troy Hills Police Department issued a statement regarding “Phone Scams.”
The Police Department will not contact any citizen and advise them they have a warrant for their arrest which must be paid over the phone to avoid arrest.
Recently they were advised that someone contacted a resident of another town and told them that they were a Police Officer from Parsippany Police Department which currently had a warrant for their arrest.
They further stated to prevent an arrest and to clear the charges they need to send a certain amount of money immediately.
In these scams they advise the person to call them back once they purchase a money card, money gram, visit a Western Union, or some other type of currency transfer service. In some instances the caller forces the individuals to stay on the line while they complete the transactions.
The calls were spoofed (Caller ID information altered) to appear as they had come from the Parsippany Police Department to make it appear legitimate.
If you get a phone call of this nature please record the phone number that appears on your caller ID and contact the Police.
The Federal Communications Commission has also stepped in with information and tips for consumers and a breakdown of the rules. Tips include:
- Don’t give out personal information in response to an incoming call. Identity thieves are clever – they often pose as representatives of banks, credit card companies, creditors, or government agencies to get people to reveal their account numbers, Social Security numbers, mother’s maiden names, passwords, and other identifying information.
- If you get an inquiry from a company or government agency seeking personal information, don’t provide it. Instead, hang up and call the phone number on your account statement, in the phone book, or on the company’s or government agency’s website to find out if the entity that supposedly called you actually needs the requested information from you.
To download a guide on spoofing, click here.
For more information about caller ID spoofing please visit the FCC website by clicking here.
Former Accountant Admits Forging $125K Company Check
FLORHAM PARK — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announces that LePolian McConnell, 34, East Orange, and a former employee of Kushner Company in Florham Park, pled guilty yesterday to one count of second degree Theft by Deception in violation of N.J.S. 2C:20-4(a); one count of second degree Attempted Theft by Deception in violation of N.J.S. 2C:5-1a(1) and N.J.S. 2C:20-4(a), and one count of second degree Conspiracy in violation of N.J.S. 2C:5-2 and N.J.S. 2C:20-4(a).
In pleading guilty, the defendant admitted to fraudulently issuing a Kushner Company check in the amount of $125,000. McConnell also admitted that he conspired with another individual to cash the check at Jersey City Check Cashing in Jersey City.
Under the terms of the plea agreement the State will recommend that the defendant be ordered to pay restitution and to be sentenced to three years in New Jersey State Prison.
Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Francine S. Ehrenberg represented the State in this matter.
The Honorable William J. McGovern, III, J.S.C., presided over the plea. The defendant is scheduled to be sentenced on October 9, 2015.
Prosecutor Knapp thanks Police Chief Patrick P. Montuore and the Florham Park Police Department, and the Financial Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office who assisted in the investigation and the resolution of this matter.