Paterson Times

05/15/2024

Updated 11:50 p.m.

Incumbents Michael Jackson, Shahin Khalique, Alex Mendez, Ruby Cotton, Luis Velez, and Alaa "Al" Abdelaziz are leading as ballots for the municipal elections continue to be counted, according to unofficial ballot counts. Both the 2nd and 3rd Ward races are likely to be impacted by the

02/01/2024

Authorities in Passaic County have discovered the body of a 42-year-old man in Garrett Mountain Reservation in Paterson, officials announced Thursday. The Passaic County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the find, made around 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, along with the decedent's vehicle nearby. Off

01/30/2024

The police are investigating an overnight shooting in Paterson that left two men injured. The incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. on Monday near East Main and Hillman streets. The victims, an 18-year-old and a 30-year-old, both from Paterson, sustained non-fatal gunshot wounds and were transporte

01/28/2024

A man was arrested on Monday for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that occurred earlier in the month. Stanley Londono, 40, of Paterson, has been charged with first-degree attempted murder, second-degree aggravated assault, third-degree aggravated assault, third-degree possession of a weapon

01/28/2024

A pair of Paterson residents have been charged for allegedly conspiring with a doctor to distribute opioids, federal authorities said on Friday. Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhanelle Lewis, 35, both from Paterson, were charged with conspiring with a doctor to illegally distribute oxycodone. Both app

01/23/2024

A 16-year-old was hospitalized following a shooting in Paterson, authorities reported. The incident occurred at approximately 7:56 p.m. on Monday, near Hamilton and Godwin avenues. Members of the Paterson Police Department responded to the scene after receiving reports of the shooting. Upon ar

01/20/2024

Boxer Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, who spent almost two decades in prison for a wrongful triple murder conviction, will be commemorated in Paterson with a street bearing his name. The renaming reflects both his prolonged fight for justice and his ultimate vindication. The section of Hamilt

01/20/2024

A drug investigation spanning December 2023 and January 2024, conducted by the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, has led to the arrest of two Paterson residents on charges related to narcotics distribution. Edwin Garcia-Mendez (pictured), 40, and Dinerxon Castillo, 49, both of Paterson, were app

01/19/2024

Three Passaic County correctional staff members, including two sergeants, were arrested for allegedly assaulting a pretrial detainee in a surveillance-free jail area and conspiring to obstruct justice, according to the U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger’s Office. Sergeants Jose Gonzalez, 45, Don

01/19/2024

Paterson and surrounding areas are bracing for another snowfall, with forecasts predicting a high near 29 degrees and wind chill values ranging between 20 and 25. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory effective from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday. The region is expected to se

01/19/2024

A Paterson man has been arrested and charged with making terroristic threats and cyber-harassment, linked to a series of social media posts threatening violence against government buildings and judges. Brandon Michael Hernandez, 28, was charged with third-degree terroristic threats, and fourth-de

01/19/2024

A massage therapist has been charged with second-degree sexual assault following an investigation into an incident at the Hand and Stone Spa in Franklin Lakes, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office. Kewin Sepulveda, 29, of Paterson, was arrested in Paramus on Thursday. The Fr

01/16/2024

Paterson is preparing for a snowy start to the week, with an expected accumulation of 2 to 4 inches of snow from Monday night through Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. Monday night will see the onset of the snowy conditions, with snow expected to begin after 7 p.m. Residents

01/12/2024

A 21-year-old Paterson man, Memphis Morales, was arrested on Friday in connection with a series of shootings and other criminal activities. Morales faces multiple charges, including attempted murder and unlawful possession of a handgun. The arrest followed a collaborative investigation by the Pat

01/12/2024

Two teenagers, aged 15 and 16, were arrested in Paterson in connection with a shooting that took place on October 25, 2023, near Halpine Street and North 2nd Street. The juveniles, both from Paterson, are facing charges related to attempted murder and weapons offenses. The incident, which occurre

01/12/2024

A shooting in Paterson left a 28-year-old man with non-fatal gunshot wounds, authorities said. Police responded to reports of a shooting around 4:18 p.m. on Thursday at the intersection of Arch Street and Garfield Avenue. Upon arrival, they found the victim, a Paterson resident, police said. E

01/09/2024

A rainstorm with heavy wind is expected beginning on Tuesday in Paterson and the surrounding areas, according to weather forecasts. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory that will last from 6 p.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday. Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 miles

01/06/2024

A developing snow storm is expected to blanket the region with snow beginning on Saturday afternoon. Paterson is expected to receive four inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service, which issued a winter weather advisory from 4 p.m. this afternoon until 11 a.m. Sunday. The advis

01/03/2024

The number of murders in Paterson dropped by a whopping 39 percent in 2023, according to police data released on Tuesday afternoon. Homicides dropped from 28 in 2022 to 17 in 2023, a 39.3% decrease. “We made a promise to our residents that we will deliver a safer city for them, and that is e

01/01/2024

The police responded to two separate shooting incidents in the early hours of New Year's Day, resulting in non-fatal injuries to a male and a female victim. The first incident occurred at approximately 4:56 a.m. Officers were dispatched to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson

12/30/2023

Mayor Andre Sayegh recently announced the relaunch of the Paterson Guaranteed Income Program, a significant step in supporting 200 low-income residents with a monthly stipend of $400 for one year. “Christmas has come early in Paterson,” Sayegh stated on December 21, underscoring the program& #

12/30/2023

A Paterson man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder for his alleged role in a violent road rage incident in Paramus, according to Bergen County authorities. Christian A. Velez, 24-year-old, has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, possession

12/28/2023

The police department has launched a new program to enhance transparency and strengthen community engagement by providing officers with contact cards. These cards, which officers will distribute during their interactions with community members, feature crucial details such as the officer's rank

12/25/2023

A city man was wounded in a shooting on Madison Street early Monday morning, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office. The victim, 45-year-old, was struck by gunfire on Madison and Morton streets at around 2:42 a.m. Police responded to the scene, but could not find the victim. A s

12/11/2023

An investigation into a house being used for drug dealing yielded three arrested, $20,000 in cash, a handgun, and $15,000 worth of drugs, according to Passaic County Sheriff Richard Berdnik. Detectives charged Mathew R. McBryde Jr., 26, of Paterson; Jensi L. Ortega, 18, of Passaic City; and Carl

12/09/2023

A New York City police officer has been arrested on domestic violence charges, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office. Hariton Marachilian was arrested on December 1 and charged with two counts of second-degree aggravated assault, third-degree criminal coercion, and third-degree cr

12/02/2023

A 20-year-old man was injured in a shooting incident on Friday evening. Police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Broadway and Washington Street at approximately 6:28 p.m. following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, law enforcement officials found the young man with a non-fatal

11/25/2023

A 30-year-old man was injured in a shooting incident on Friday evening, according to authorities. Police responded to a call at approximately 7:02 p.m. near the intersection of Market Street and Madison Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found the victim, a resident of Paterson, suffering from a g