Morris County Narcotics Task Force Dismantles Drug Trafficking Network

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Morris County Narcotics Task Force Dismantles Drug Trafficking Network

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announces the arrests of several drug traffickers following a three-month investigation into the importation and distribution of heroin and cocaine in Morris County.

Between December 2015 and March 2016, members of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Special Enforcement Unit and Detectives with the Morristown Bureau of Police received information regarding cocaine and heroin distribution by multiple members of the Washington family.

An investigation commenced and intelligence was developed by members of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Special Enforcement Unit/Narcotics Task Force, that Ronald G. Washington and his brother George Washington were obtaining a significant supply of heroin and cocaine from a source in Passaic County. The cocaine and heroin was imported into Morris County and sold throughout Morristown, Victory Gardens, Dover and surrounding areas.

On March 13 and 14 several court-ordered search and arrest warrants were executed throughout Morris and Passaic Counties by members of the Narcotics Task Force, Morris County Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team (SERT), Passaic County Sheriff’s Department SWAT and the New Jersey State Police TEAMS Unit.

The investigation resulted in Court authorization for 25 arrests, the seizure of more than 1400 individual folds of heroin, approximately 55 grams of cocaine, various packaging and drug distribution related material, more than $33,500 in United States currency, and handgun ammunition. Additionally, eleven motor vehicles were seized.

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Customers arrested

The following is a list of individuals charged in the investigation. The charges specific to each individual are included on the attached table:

  1. Prentice Melton (aka “Prince”), 47, of Clifton (arrested)
  2. Ronald G. Washington (aka “Trank”), 56, of Dover (arrested)
  3. George R. Washington (aka “GW”), 51, of Morristown (arrested)
  4. Michael A. Washington (aka “Raheem”), 54, of Dover (arrested)
  5. Robert L. Washington (aka “Robbie”), 49, of Morristown (arrested)
  6. Deborah A. Jones (aka “Auntie”), 61, of Dover (arrested)
  7. Derrell A. Jones, 31, of Dover (arrested)
  8. David W. Jones (aka “Bones”), 58, of Dover (arrested)
  9. Randy Gwaltney (aka “Pee Wee”), 44, of Dover (arrested)
  10. William A. Bryant, Jr., 50, of Morristown (arrested)
  11. Gregory Blayer, 34, of Flanders (arrested)
  12. Otis L. Davis, 57, of Morristown (arrested)
  13. Andrew W. Mistkowski, 50, of Randolph (arrested)
  14. Jennie E. Maccario, 36, of Hopatcong (arrested)
  15. Jessica L. Debonis, 30, of Flanders (at large)
  16. Melissa A. Lapinski, 36, of Budd Lake (arrested)
  17. Richard J. Hillabrant, 45, of Rockaway (arrested)
  18. Korey E. Holloway, 41, of Morristown (arrested)
  19. Carla J. Forgione, 44, of Rockaway (arrested)
  20. Sheyne V. Jordan, 45, of Rockaway (arrested)
  21. Marcelo Fabian, 44, of Dover (arrested)
  22. Stephen Rudolph, 59, of Glen Gardner (arrested)
  23. Lauren M. Ellis-White, 52, of Dover (arrested)
  24. Brandon L. White, 22, Dover (arrested)
  25. Ashon J. Hackett-Taylor, 22, of Morristown (arrested)

The Honorable Stephen J. Taylor, P.J.Cr. authorized the warrant complaints and set the bails for most of the defendants. The Honorable Ira Cohen, J.M.C. set bail on Derrell Jones.

Prosecutor Knapp stated: “This investigation uncovered a prolific drug trafficking network that distributed cocaine and heroin on the streets of Morris County. The widespread distribution of heroin has a detrimental impact on the lives of all citizens of Morris County. It remains a priority of this Office to target those offenders responsible for spreading this deadly narcotic drug throughout our communities.  The cooperation of numerous state, county and local law enforcement agencies throughout northern New Jersey made this hugely successful operation possible.”

Prosecutor Knapp wishes to thank the following agencies for their invaluable assistance and commitment to the Task Force: Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Special Enforcement Unit, Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department, Morris County Park Police, New Jersey State Police, Morristown Bureau of Police, Florham Park Police Department, Dover Police Department, Roxbury Township Police Department, Morris Township Police Department, Mendham Township Police Department, Chester Township Police Department, Madison Borough Police Department, Chatham Township Police Department, Chatham Borough Police Department, Chester Borough Police Department, Fairfield Police Department, Randolph Township Police Department, Butler Police Department, Mt. Arlington Police Department, Lincoln Park Police Department, Harding Township Police Department, Wharton Borough Police Department, Jefferson Township Police Department, Hopatcong Police Department, Hanover Township Police Department, Rockaway Township Police Department, Morris Plains Police Department, and the Clifton Police Department.

The investigation and prosecution is being conducted by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Special Operations Division. Task Force Officer Edward Zienowicz of the Morris County Narcotics Task Force and Detective Scott Pino of the Morristown Bureau of Police were the lead investigators. The prosecution is being handled by Assistant Prosecutor Erin Callahan.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.


 

“Legally Blonde” continues at PHHS

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“Legally Blonde” continues at PHHS

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills Players is performing “Legally Blonde” The Musical at Parsippany Hills High School, 20 Rita Drive.  The show opened last night, and will continue today, Friday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 19 at 7:00 p.m.

The show is based on a book by Heather Hach. Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Neil Benjamin, based on a novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn Mayer Motion Picture.

When a blonde sorority queen is dumped by her boyfriend, she decides to follow him to law school to get him back and, once there, learns she has more legal savvy than she ever imagined.

Admission is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for senior citizens and non district students. Parsippany-Troy Hills School District students are free with student ID.

It was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture: Musical or Comedy and was ranked 29th on Bravo’s 2007 list of “100 Funniest Movies”.

For her performance, Witherspoon received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy and the 2002 MTV Movie Award for Best Female Performance.

 

Jury learns Parsippany woman charged in fatal crash

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Jury learns Parsippany woman charged in fatal crash

MORRISTOWN — The jury hearing the case of Vanessa Brown, who’s accused of killing an East Hanover man in a DWI crash, learned Wednesday she was convicted of DWI in 2009, the Daily Record reported. Superior Court Judge Salem Vincent Ahto read to the jury a stipulation — an undisputed statement of facts agreed to by…

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Jonathan Franchini earns degree from Delaware Valley University

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Jonathan Franchini earns degree from Delaware Valley University

PARSIPPANY —  Dr. Bashar Hanna, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the faculty at Delaware Valley University, announced that Jonathan Franchini of Lake Hiawatha earned a degree (B.S., Food Science and Management) from Delaware Valley University in December 2015.

Delaware Valley University is an independent, comprehensive university with more than 1,000 acres in Bucks and Montgomery counties. Founded in 1896, DelVal emphasizes experiential and interdisciplinary learning and provides small class sizes where students learn on a first-name basis. Through the innovative Experience360 Program, all DelVal students gain real world experience in their fields.

Located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, DelVal combines the comfort of small-town living with the excitement of big-city access. DelVal offers more than 25 undergraduate majors in the sciences, humanities and business, more than five master’s programs, a Doctor of Education and a variety of adult education courses.

Learn more at delval.edu.

Police charge motorist with driving while intoxicated

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Police charge motorist with driving while intoxicated

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Dispatchers were contacted by a citizen reporting a male yelling in the parking lot of 300 Parsippany Road and revving a vehicle’s engine at 11:06 p.m. on Sunday, March 13.

Upon arrival of multiple Patrol Units they made contact with Daniel Henry, 41, Parsippany, who was observed operating a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.

After a short investigation Mr. Henry was placed under arrest for Driving While Intoxicated. He was then transported to Parsippany Police Headquarters where he was processed and issued summons for Driving While Intoxicated and Possession of an open/unsealed container of an Alcoholic Beverage in the Passenger compartment of a Motor Vehicle. Mr. Henry was released on his own recognizance into the custody of a friend pending his court date.

Driver with fictitious license plates charged with numerous violations

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Driver with fictitious license plates charged with numerous violations

PARSIPPANY — While patrolling the area of Route 46 East and Edwards Road, on Thursday, March 10  at 12:05 a.m. Patrol Officer D. Ross observed a 1992 Buick Century fail to signal a right turn onto Edwards Road and then straddle the double yellow line.

Patrol Officer D. Ross attempted to check the vehicle’s registration, but it came back invalid. At this time he conducted a motor vehicle stop of the vehicle on Edwards Road and spoke to the driver, Pete Petrosino, 55, Morris Plains.

After a brief investigation Mr. Petrosino was placed under arrest for Driving While Intoxicated and for an active warrant issued by Paterson Municipal Court with a bail amount of $405.00.

Mr. Petrosino was processed and issued summonses for Driving While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Driving While Suspended, Fictitious Plates, and Failure to Signal a Turn. Mr. Petrosino was released on his own recognizance to a friend pending his court date for his Parsippany charges.

Paterson Municipal Court also released Mr. Petrosino on his own recognizance pending his court date in Paterson for their charges.

RB Announces Durex Condom Donation to Combat Spread of the Zika Virus

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RB Announces Durex Condom Donation to Combat Spread of the Zika Virus

PARSIPPANY — As recently announced the CDC Foundation, RB is donating more than 225,000 Durex condoms to the CDC Foundation for inclusion in their Zika prevention kits being distributed in the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands to combat the spread of Zika virus. This donation follows RB’s creation of a $1 million Zika relief package. The three U.S. territories have reported local spread of the virus from mosquitoes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  All Zika cases reported to date in the continental United States have been associated with travel to areas where Zika virus is active. RB is located at 399 Interpace Parkway.

“RB is committed to helping people live healthier lives, and I’m proud that RB can help the CDC Foundation and private individuals take action to prevent the spread of the Zika virus in the United States and abroad,” said Alexander Lacik, president of North America at RB. “We hope that this donation of Durex condoms and our continued partnership with organizations such as the CDC Foundation will help combat the spread of the Zika virus.” 

The CDC Foundation connects CDC with private-sector organizations and individuals to build public health programs to make the world a healthier and safer. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared Zika virus disease and its association with severe birth defects a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on February 1, 2016. The CDC Foundation activated its Global Disaster Response Fund and the U.S. Emergency Response Fund in early February to help control the outbreak.  

Zika virus is primarily spread through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito and, according to the CDC, usually causes few to no symptoms in people.  However, when a pregnant woman is infected, the virus can spread to her fetus, potentially causing birth defects such as microcephaly, a condition that causes babies to be born with underdeveloped brains.  Zika virus also can be spread by infected men to their sex partners.  Until more information is known about the virus, CDC is recommending that people (who live in or have sex with people) who have visited at-risk areas use a condom when having sex.

“We are extremely grateful for RB’s generous contribution,” said Dr. Judith Monroe, president and CEO of the CDC Foundation. “Their donation of condoms for the Zika prevention kits will help in protecting people and saving lives.”

“For more than 80 years, Durex has played a leading role in sexual health and bringing people together safely,” said Karen Chisholm of Durex at RB. “Each of our condoms goes through a rigorous process to ensure only the highest quality of product reaches our consumers, ensuring that we meet the best international standards as well as our own.”

About RB
RB* is the world’s leading consumer health and hygiene company. The company has operations in over 60 countries, with headquarters in London, Dubai and Amsterdam, and sales in most countries across the globe. The company employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide.

Inspired by a purpose to deliver innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes, RB is in the top 20 of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange. We are the global No. 1 or No. 2 in the majority of our fast-growing categories, driven by an exceptional rate of innovation. Our health, hygiene and home portfolio is led by our global Powerbrands including: Nurofen, Strepsils, Gaviscon, Mucinex, Durex, Scholl, Clearasil, Lysol, Dettol, Veet, Harpic, Cillit Bang, Mortein, Finish, Vanish, Calgon, AirWick, Woolite and French’s. Our Powerbrands represent 80% of our net revenue. 

RB is redefining the world of consumer health and hygiene. Our people and unique culture are at the heart of our success. We have a drive for achievement and a passion to outperform wherever we focus, including sustainability where we are targeting a 1/3 reduction in water impact, 1/3 reduction in carbon and 1/3 of net revenue from more sustainable products. We are proud to be Save the Children’s largest global partner, with a new vision to radically reduce one of the world’s largest killer of children under 5, diarrhea.

For more information visit www.rb.com.

*RB is the trading name of Reckitt Benckiser group of companies

Parsippany resident arrested for Possession of Marijuana

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Parsippany resident arrested for Possession of Marijuana

PARSIPPANY — While patrolling the area of Knoll Country Club at 8:37 p.m. on March 12, Patrol Officer Ernest Elston and Michael Sprung observed a 2003 Chevy Malibu parked in the Amphitheater parking lot after the park had closed for the night.

The vehicle was found to be unoccupied, so the Officers began to check the surrounding area. A short time later they made contact with a 19 year old Parsippany resident, along with another male from Boonton.

After a brief investigation the resident was placed under arrest and transported to Parsippany Police Headquarters were he was charged with Possession of Under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released on his own recognizance pending his court date.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Osmun arrested for DWI and four other charges

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Osmun arrested for DWI and four other charges

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Dispatchers were advised of a two vehicle motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 46 West and Baldwin Road, on March 1 at 10:23 p.m.

Upon arrival of Patrol Sergeant Ross Cooper and Patrol Officers J. Domiciano and E. Ebanks, they found a 2010 Chevy Traverse and a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle that were involved in a motor vehicle crash.

The three occupants in the Chevy Traverse and the sole occupant/driver of the Volkswagen Beetle were all uninjured. Patrol Sergeant R. Cooper and Patrol Officer J. Domiciano spoke to Christopher Osmun, 23, Parsippany, who was driving the Volkswagen Beetle.

After a brief investigation Mr. Osmun was advised that he was under arrest for Driving While Intoxicated. As Officers attempted to handcuff Mr. Osmun he began flailing his arms and resist the Officers attempt to handcuff him.

After a brief struggle Mr. Osmun was handcuffed and transported back to Parsippany Police Headquarters. While at Parsippany Police Department he was charged with Resisting Arrest, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Intoxicated in a School Zone, Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test, and Reckless Driving.

He was released on his own recognizance into the custody of a family member pending his court date.

Preliminary investigation by Patrol Officer E. Ebanks revealed that the Chevy Traverse was stopped at the red light on Route 46 West at Baldwin Road when the Volkswagen Beetle failed to stop and crashed into the rear of the Chevy Traverse.

Officer Stone arrested two males with stolen vehicle

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Officer Stone arrested two males with stolen vehicle

PARSIPPANY — While patrolling New Road, Patrol Officer William Stone observed an improperly parked 1998 Nissan Altima on the shoulder of the road near Interstate 280.

As he passed the vehicle he conducted a check of the registration and also observed a male sitting inside the vehicle and another male standing outside it.

He quickly received a response that the vehicle was reported stolen, at which time he conducted a U-Turn to further investigate the vehicle and the two males.

While conducting the U-Turn he observed the two males crossing the roadway heading towards Wawa. Patrol Officer Stone made contact with Xaquai Green, 18, East Orange, and a 17 year old juvenile male from East Orange in front of Wawa and inquired about the vehicle.

Other patrol units arrived on scene to assist. After a brief investigation it was determined that the vehicle was reported stolen from Newark on February 24, at which time Mr. Green was placed under arrest and the juvenile male was taken into custody.

Both individuals were transported to Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department and charged with receiving stolen property.

Mr. Green’s charge had a bail amount of $2000.00 with a 10% option which he was able to post. He was released pending his court appearance. The juvenile was released to the custody of his parents pending his court date.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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