NJ Teen Took Fatal Leap From NYC Hotel Rooftop After Breakup: Report NJ Teen Took Fatal Leap From NYC Hotel Rooftop After Breakup: Report
NJ Teen Took Fatal Leap From NYC Hotel Rooftop After Breakup: Report Community support is growing for the family of a 17-year-old boy from Central Jersey who went missing and was later found dead. Noah Legaspi, of Metuchen, went missing on Thursday, Aug 17. He was last heard from in Perth Amboy.  On Wednesday, Aug. 22, Noah's family announced he had been found dead, after having jumped from the Deutsche Bank Center in New York City, according to the NY Daily News. According to the outlet, Noah and his girlfriend had broken up just before he got into a taxi and somehow ended up in New York City. Noah rode a freight elevator to the Columbus Circle b…
Death Of NJ Mom In Motorcycle Crash Caused By 'Jersey Slide' Shatters Hearts Death Of NJ Mom In Motorcycle Crash Caused By 'Jersey Slide' Shatters Hearts
Death Of NJ Mom In Motorcycle Crash Caused By 'Jersey Slide' Shatters Hearts Friends are mourning the loss of a 53-year-old mother and wife who died in a motorcycle crash last weekend. Andrea Houlihan, 53, of Sayreville, was a passenger on her husband's Harley Davidson when a vehicle suddenly changed lanes on Route 9 in Old Bridge, bringing traffic to an abrupt halt on Sunday, Aug. 13, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  Andrea, a Montville native, was pronounced dead at Hackensack Meridian Hospital, and her husband remains critical. Phyllis Houlihan Schiavone, Andrea's sister-in-law, detailed the crash on Facebook in sharing a GoFundMe for the family the day …
Penn State Grad Found Dead In Los Angeles: Coroner Penn State Grad Found Dead In Los Angeles: Coroner
Penn State Grad Found Dead In Los Angeles: Coroner A 25-year-old Pennsylvania man and PSU grad was found dead in his Los Angeles County, California apartment, authorities say.  Elias 'Eli' Crone was found dead of asphyxia caused by hanging at 9:09 a.m. on Monday, July 31, 2023, according to the LA County Coroner's officer.  Eli was born in Wrightsville on June 8, 1998, authorities say. He studied at Lancaster Catholic High School where he played baseball and football, which he previously shared on social media.  He went on to graduate as a member of the class of 2020 at Penn State University, according to social media. He worked at El Serr…
NJ Corrections Officer Dies While Working At Youth Facility, Campaign Says NJ Corrections Officer Dies While Working At Youth Facility, Campaign Says
NJ Corrections Officer Dies While Working At Youth Facility, Campaign Says A youth officer with the New Jersey Department of Corrections died over the weekend. Senior Correctional Police Officer Emiliano Serrano, of Camden, died on Sunday, Aug 6. He worked in Burlington County. A Marine Corps veteran, Serrano died at work, a GoFundMe page said, but the exact circumstances of his death were unclear. Serrano began his NJDOC career in 2007. He was assigned to the Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, where he served with honor, according to the department. "He will be greatly missed," the department said on Facebook. His mother will be looking over his two son…
'Ride In Paradise': Hit-Run Death Of Motorcyclist, 23, Stuns Manchester Twp. 'Ride In Paradise': Hit-Run Death Of Motorcyclist, 23, Stuns Manchester Twp.
'Ride In Paradise': Hit-Run Death Of Motorcyclist, 23, Stuns Manchester Twp. Shock and sadness spread following the hit-and-run death of a 23-year-old Jersey Shore motorcyclist. Jeff Schlinger, of Manchester Township, was struck by 22-year-old Yasmin Sanchez-Centeno, of Toms River, on Thursday, Aug. 3, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. An investigation found Sanchez-Centeno was an unlicensed driver, and he's since been jailed and charged with vehicular homicide, strict liability vehicular homicide, and more. Meanwhile, condolences poured in for Schlinger, including tributes from Good Samaritans. "I didnt know you, but I was the first to spot you on th…
Dad Had Taken Off Work To Give Kids Dream Day Before Drowning In NJ River, Family Says Dad Had Taken Off Work To Give Kids Dream Day Before Drowning In NJ River, Family Says
Dad Had Taken Off Work To Give Kids Dream Day Before Drowning In NJ River, Family Says The day Rolando Camarillo-Cholula died was supposed to have been a dream day for his kids. The 43-year-old South River dad heard his three children were in low spirits, and so, he called out of work in hopes of lifting their spirits on Wednesday, Aug. 2, according to a GoFundMe launched by his niece. "He took his kids to go see their mom at work, enjoyed a good breakfast together, did karaoke in the car, before heading their way to enjoy a walk in good weather," Isaura Lopez writes on a GoFundMe page. Rolando took the kids to their favorite walking path and swimming spot along the Mil…
NJ's Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver Mourned As Trailblazer NJ's Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver Mourned As Trailblazer
NJ's Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver Mourned As Trailblazer Sheila Oliver, the lieutenant governor of New Jersey, died on Tuesday, Aug. 1, her family announced. She was 71 years old. Oliver, who was born and raised in Newark and lived in East Orange, had been serving as acting governor while Gov. Phil Murphy was vacationing in Italy. She was taken to a hospital on Monday, July 31 for an undisclosed medical issue. In a statement, Murphy said he and his family were "incredibly saddened and distraught" to hear of her passing. "When I selected her to be my running mate in 2017, Lieutenant Governor Oliver was already a trailblazer in every sense of…
Friends Killed In Route 18 Crash Remembered With Motorcycle Ride Friends Killed In Route 18 Crash Remembered With Motorcycle Ride
Friends Killed In Route 18 Crash Remembered With Motorcycle Ride Several events have been planned to remember two young friends and motorcyclists killed in a multi-vehicle crash earlier this week in Monmouth County. Ka'shon K. Cross, 18, of Hazlet, and Gregory K. Tuft, of Keansburg, were identified as victims in a fatal collision with three cars along Route 18 in Marlboro on Monday, July 24, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office. So sad to hear about the passing of Gregory Tutt. This kid was always so kind and genuine. Always a smile on his face... Posted by Anthony Viera on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 A balloon release organized for Grego…
NJ Police Officer, Expectant Father Samuel Irvin Dies Suddenly At 23 NJ Police Officer, Expectant Father Samuel Irvin Dies Suddenly At 23
NJ Police Officer, Expectant Father Samuel Irvin Dies Suddenly At 23 Tributes and condolences are pouring in after the sudden death of a Central Jersey patrolman and expectant father. Samuel Cooper Irvin, a Columbus resident and a member of the Mansfield Police Department in Burlington County, died Sunday, July 23. He was 23 years old. Samuel attended Northern Burlington Regional High School, where he played baseball, football, and basketball before graduating in 2018, his obituary says. He went on to earn his AAS from Mercer County Community College, as well as a BA in Criminal Justice from Wilmington University. Most recently, he graduated from the Glou…
Bicyclist, 40, Fatally Struck By Car In Monmouth County Mourned As Loyal Friend Bicyclist, 40, Fatally Struck By Car In Monmouth County Mourned As Loyal Friend
Bicyclist, 40, Fatally Struck By Car In Monmouth County Mourned As Loyal Friend The 40-year-old Middletown woman killed in a bike crash "truly felt one with nature," friends say. Funeral services have been announced for Crystal Kaylor who was fatally hit by a car last week. Kaylor was hit by the car at 9:21 p.m. July 19 at the intersection of Route 35 and Chapel Hill Road. She was riding her bike north on Route 35 at the time, police said. The driver remained at the scene and no criminal charges had been filed. There will be a visitation from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, Aug. 4 at Pfleger Funeral Home at 115 Tindall Road in Middletown.  A graveside service wi…
‘She Was The Galaxy:’ Somerset County Mourns Death Of 1-Year-Old Journey Milani Lovett ‘She Was The Galaxy:’ Somerset County Mourns Death Of 1-Year-Old Journey Milani Lovett
‘She Was The Galaxy:’ Somerset County Mourns Death Of 1-Year-Old Journey Milani Lovett Somerset County is grieving the tragic loss of a beloved one-year-old girl through an outpour of heartfelt tributes and memorial donations. Journey Milani Lovett died Friday, July 14, her obituary says. Born on Father’s Day 2022, Journey is lovingly described in her memorial as the “sun, moon, stars to everyone” — “the Galaxy to her parents Jamiyl and Arielle,” and “the sunshine to her brothers, Jadiel, and Jessiah." In addition to her parents and brothers, Journey is also survived by numerous extended family members. “Journey’s arrival healed many hearts,” reads her obituary. “She had s…
‘Beacon Of Light:’ Tributes Pour In For Asbury Park Bartender After Unexpected Death At 36 ‘Beacon Of Light:’ Tributes Pour In For Asbury Park Bartender After Unexpected Death At 36
‘Beacon Of Light:’ Tributes Pour In For Asbury Park Bartender After Unexpected Death At 36 Tributes, condolences, and donations are pouring in after the unexpected death of a beloved uncle and charismatic Asbury Park bartender. Robert Hrapsky Jr. died Saturday, July 15, aged 36, his obituary says. Born in New Brunswick, Robert was raised in Highland Park before settling in Asbury Park about 10 years ago. In addition to being a handy mechanic, Robert was known for expressing his charismatic and spirited nature during his career in the bar and restaurant industry, which started at Uno’s and later led him to Kim Marie’s in Asbury Park. Robert loved to travel, play and watch baseb…